Lariat https://lariatnews.com The official student news publication for Saddleback College Thu, 21 May 2026 09:50:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/lariatnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/cropped-L-2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Lariat https://lariatnews.com 32 32 110642062 The conclusion to an impressive season https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/the-conclusion-to-an-impressive-season/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-conclusion-to-an-impressive-season Thu, 21 May 2026 09:18:12 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056143 The Saddleback College softball team capped off one of the most successful and memorable seasons in its history on Sunday, May 17. They finished as runner-up at the 3C2A State Softball Tournament against Palomar College, the final score being 13-0, in the championship game in Bakersfield. Playing their sixth game in four days, the Bobcats […]

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]]> 6056143 Moonwalking through Michael Jackson’s life https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/moonwalking-through-michael-jacksons-life/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=moonwalking-through-michael-jacksons-life Thu, 21 May 2026 08:57:51 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056140 Fans exploded box office sales with a record-breaking turnout for director Antoine Fuqua’s 2026 biopic, “Michael.” While critics likened the film to a daytime movie of the week, and some criticized the decision to omit the darker events in the pop star’s life, Michael Jackson audiences pushed “Michael” to the number one music biopic debut. […]

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]]> 6056140 “Euphoria” as a tool of influence https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/euphoria-as-a-tool-of-influence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=euphoria-as-a-tool-of-influence Thu, 21 May 2026 05:54:26 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056137 When Euphoria first premiered on HBO in 2019, it immediately became more than just another teen drama. The series stuck out within pop culture through its use of glittery makeup, neon strobe lighting, chaotic energy, and emotional storytelling that drew audiences in, differentiating it from any series before it, especially those aimed at a younger […]

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]]> 6056137 Saddleback’s worst fashion trends https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/saddlebacks-worst-fashion-trends/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saddlebacks-worst-fashion-trends Thu, 21 May 2026 05:05:04 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056134 Fashion trends come and go, most rarely last forever; some we wish had stayed longer and many we wish never arrived at all. Specifically on Saddleback’s campus, there is a significant amount of students who embrace popular and well-liked fashion trends, but there is also a fair share of those who veer off the path […]

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]]> 6056134 Canvas Crash https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/canvas-crash/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=canvas-crash Thu, 21 May 2026 04:31:10 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056131 As of May 7 college students struggle to complete work as Canvas experiences a major outage. For students who use it, Canvas is not simply a website, its just about their entire life.  It’s where assignments are viewed, submitted, graded, where a student can look at their overall grades, or take a test, and where […]

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]]> 6056131 Finding joy in a hobby without the pressure https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/finding-joy-in-a-hobby-without-the-pressure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=finding-joy-in-a-hobby-without-the-pressure Thu, 21 May 2026 04:12:45 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056086 Social media turns our passions into performances, it is easy to forget what brings you joy. Alysa Liu’s return to the rink shows us that fulfillment comes from the hobbies that allow us to grow. These days we put a lot of emphasis on how many followers we have, if what we do is cool […]

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]]> 6056086 Saddleback Theatre Department’s “Next to Normal” https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/saddleback-theatre-departments-next-to-normal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saddleback-theatre-departments-next-to-normal Thu, 21 May 2026 03:53:12 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056125 Emotional. That seems to be the one word audiences leave with when having watched Saddleback College’s production of the musical “Next to Normal.”  The show centers around grief, loss, and mental illness, highlighting the effects such heavy emotions have on a family. As heavy as these topics are, the theatre department tackled the show with […]

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]]> 6056125 Between two borders: Raised in the United States but uncertain of tomorrow https://lariatnews.com/life/between-two-borders-raised-in-the-united-states-but-uncertain-of-tomorrow/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=between-two-borders-raised-in-the-united-states-but-uncertain-of-tomorrow Thu, 21 May 2026 03:39:30 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056108 Recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood program, or DACA, continue to navigate through uncertainty regarding their immigration status. Created in 2012 by former President Barack Obama through executive action, the program provides a two year temporary protection from deportation and allows them to obtain a work authorization. But in order to get approved for […]

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]]> 6056108 Saddleback students share their career goals https://lariatnews.com/life/saddleback-students-share-their-career-goals/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saddleback-students-share-their-career-goals Thu, 21 May 2026 03:29:22 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056071 With the end of the academic year and graduation upon us, the Lariat decided to catch up with some students to ask what they wanted to do after they graduate from Saddleback. Young San Yoon – pre nursing major “After I’m done with Saddleback, I’m going to apply to nursing programs in Cal State Fullerton, […]

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]]> 6056071 “Project Hail Mary” takes science fiction to new levels https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/6056119/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6056119 Thu, 21 May 2026 03:02:42 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056119 In an era in which science fiction films seem to rely on fancy visual effects and not much else, “Project Hail Mary” sets itself apart with its well developed characters and humor.  Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, and based on the touching novel, the film seamlessly combines space travel with a truly heartfelt […]

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]]> 6056119 SoCal Santa Clause https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/socal-santa-clause/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=socal-santa-clause Wed, 20 May 2026 19:39:48 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056050 How the Wahoo’s co-founder gives back to the community year-round On April 12, 2020, during the height of the pandemic, Wahoo’s Fish Taco Wing Lam, co-founder of the Costa Mesa restaurant called up his friends to help him to deliver meals to the Hoag Hospital in Irvine, California. “It was kinda scary at first,” Lam […]

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]]> 6056050 Johnny Greenwood: part Radiohead guitarist, part film composer https://lariatnews.com/ae/music-2/johnny-greenwood-part-radiohead-guitarist-part-film-composer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=johnny-greenwood-part-radiohead-guitarist-part-film-composer Wed, 20 May 2026 19:30:55 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056053 After the release of his fifth score with director and longtime collaborator Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” Jonny Greenwood’s genius instrumentals can be found in every song. Whether it’s for a film about a modern American revolution or Radiohead’s most recent full length project, “A Moon Shaped Pool”, released in May of 2016. […]

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]]> 6056053 A journey of finding community and coming out https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/a-journey-of-finding-community-and-coming-out/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-journey-of-finding-community-and-coming-out Wed, 20 May 2026 19:09:01 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056103 Coming out is one of the most personal and vulnerable experiences in an LGBTQ+ person’s life. Considering pride month is right around the corner, many Saddleback students who are still in the closet — a term used for LGBTQ+ people who have not yet come out — may be searching for advice on figuring themselves […]

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]]> 6056103 Local thrift stores for college students on a budget https://lariatnews.com/life/local-thrift-stores-for-college-students-on-a-budget/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=local-thrift-stores-for-college-students-on-a-budget Wed, 20 May 2026 18:58:50 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056090 Going out to shop these days feels like a death sentence to your wallet. With prices rapidly increasing and wages struggling to keep up, it can sometimes feel like you have to take out a loan just to afford getting some new clothes or appliances. This challenge only gets greater as a college student trying […]

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]]> 6056090 What do first generation students carry in their backpack? https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/what-do-first-generation-students-carry-in-their-backpack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-do-first-generation-students-carry-in-their-backpack Wed, 20 May 2026 05:29:02 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055987 Navigating college without a roadmap, first generation students balance pressure, responsibility and strength First generation college students experience a whole new world. While walking through campus not only are they holding onto their backpack. They are holding onto the hopes, dreams and sacrifices of their family and those that helped them get to where they […]

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]]> 6055987 The countdown begins: Senioritis in community college https://lariatnews.com/opinion/the-countdown-begins-senioritis-in-community-college/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-countdown-begins-senioritis-in-community-college Mon, 18 May 2026 19:32:56 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056022 College students face burnout and fading motivation as the semester ends while struggling to push through While the end of semester is nearing, it can be both exciting and tiring for many. After late nights of studying and juggling work and school, many students may experience senioritis. The term senioritis is not a medical term, […]

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]]> 6056022 Tips, tricks and an easy recipe for how to make cookies from scratch https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/tips-tricks-and-an-easy-recipe-for-how-to-make-cookies-from-scratch/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tips-tricks-and-an-easy-recipe-for-how-to-make-cookies-from-scratch Mon, 18 May 2026 16:20:23 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056001 One dessert everyone loves is cookies, so here’s a fast and easy recipe people can use to make homemade cookies! Cookies are one of the most loved desserts by many people. But, many people don’t homemake cookies because it takes too long, the directions are confusing, or they don’t know what ingredients to get. This […]

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]]> 6056001 Saddleback Flag Football team dominates preseason tournaments https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/saddleback-flag-football-team-dominates-preseason-tournaments/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=saddleback-flag-football-team-dominates-preseason-tournaments Mon, 18 May 2026 16:19:49 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055850 This year was the first year Saddleback had a women’s flag football team and they have had a great start to their season. The sport is still considered a club as of now, but there’s hope that in the upcoming years, it will become an official sport.  The Saddleback women’s flag football team is currently […]

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]]> 6055850 Advice current students would give to future Saddleback students https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/advice-current-students-would-give-to-future-saddleback-students/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=advice-current-students-would-give-to-future-saddleback-students Mon, 18 May 2026 16:18:59 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056008 Graduating high school seniors have plenty of community colleges to pick from if that is the route they choose to take. So what should make them choose Saddleback?  Saddleback has beautiful facilities and high quality education, as Saddleback is currently rated in the top 10 community colleges in the nation.  “I’ve been to a bunch […]

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]]> 6056008 Espress-yo-self, is that coffee worth it? https://lariatnews.com/opinion/espress-yo-self-is-that-coffee-worth-it/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=espress-yo-self-is-that-coffee-worth-it Mon, 18 May 2026 16:18:31 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056028 For many college students, coffee is an essential part of their day. Whether it is late at night or early morning, a cup of coffee is seen as essential to function throughout the day. But the question is, is coffee worth it? A reason for students turning to coffee could be for the caffeine. In […]

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]]> 6056028 What’s better, streaming or theaters? https://lariatnews.com/opinion/whats-better-streaming-or-theaters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=whats-better-streaming-or-theaters Fri, 15 May 2026 20:29:40 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056017 Streaming vs Theaters Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Mortal Kombat II” was just released last week on May 8. If you were given the choice to watch a newly released film in theaters, or watch it on a streaming service, regardless of money, which would you choose? The Lariat asked around campus to get the opinion of […]

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]]> 6056017 Techniques to study for finals https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/techniques-to-study-for-finals/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=techniques-to-study-for-finals Wed, 13 May 2026 18:23:09 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056013 With finals coming right around the corner, here’s some study techniques to help all students pass their finals. Finals are the week of May 18th, so it is best to start getting study habits right now so students can do the best they can when it comes to finals.  “I like flash cards because I […]

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]]> 6056013 Southern California beach guide https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/southern-california-beach-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=southern-california-beach-guide Wed, 13 May 2026 18:22:07 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6056005 The beach is one of the most popular places in the spring and summer when it gets hot. But which one should one go to? Many people have different opinions of which beach they go to. Some people like lots of parking, others like different beaches for the water or less of a walk.  One […]

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]]> 6056005 X reacts to the ‘Clayface’ teaser trailer. https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/x-reacts-to-the-clayface-teaser-trailer/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=x-reacts-to-the-clayface-teaser-trailer Sat, 09 May 2026 09:03:56 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055973 On April 22,  Warner Bros. and DC Studios released the first trailer for its upcoming R-Rated  body horror film “Clayface”,  which focuses on the origins of the titular Batman villain. The teaser was accompanied by a horrifying poster, posted by DC Studios CEO James Gunn, gardening more than 238,000 likes on X. #ClayfaceMovie only in […]

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]]> 6055973 Best recovery techniques for athletes https://lariatnews.com/uncategorized/best-recovery-techniques-for-athletes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=best-recovery-techniques-for-athletes Sat, 09 May 2026 09:02:44 +0000 https://lariatnews.com/?p=6055910 During the season, athletes can become sore and fatigued from all of their practices and contests. To help them continue to compete at a high level, there are various methods and techniques to keep the lactic acid away and help small injuries that can be played through.  Stretching is a technique athletes use to get […]

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