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The Student Voice Of Contra Costa College, San Pablo, Calif.

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Xavier Johnson

Xavier Johnson, Web editor

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The lecture hall in the General Education Building features a drop down projection screen and dwarfs the LA-100 lecture hall in size comparison.

Remote instruction raises logistical questions

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
May 3, 2020
Knox Center events for the spring 2020 semester have been cancelled due to Coronavirus concerns.

Drama department cancels spring semester productions

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
April 25, 2020
Parasite won Best Picture at the Oscars capping off its wildly successful awards season.

“Parasite” masterfully plays with expectations

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 19, 2020

Enrollment plateaus as numbers decrease

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 10, 2020
The Mandalorian (Pedro Pascal) aims his cycler rifle with Baby Yoda by his side during the new Disney+ original series “The Mandalorian.”

‘The Mandalorian’ brings a new perspective to ‘Star Wars’

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
December 11, 2019
Right side hitter Nadia Thomas (left) spikes the ball over the net in the Comets’ first game of the season against Yuba College in the Pinole Middle School Gymnasium on Sept. 18

Young squad ends season winless

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
December 11, 2019
A young Frida Kahlo, played by Vanessa Crisostomo Garcia (right), shows Diego Rivera, played by Carlos-Manuel Chavarria, her artwork during “Frida Kahlo: The Artist; The Woman” in the Knox Center on Oct. 24.

[Photo] Trailblazing effort brings Frida Kahlo’s story to life

November 13, 2019
An adult contest dancer competes during the Berkeley Indigenous Peoples Day Pow Wow on Oct. 12 at Martin Luther King Civic Center Park in Berkeley, California.

Culture and resistance celebrated

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 23, 2019
Urban natives re-claim untold familial stories

Urban natives re-claim untold familial stories

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 23, 2019
Boxer Patrick Day died at Northwestern Memorial Hospital on Oct. 16 after suffering a traumatic brain injury during his knockout loss to Charles Conwell in Chicago on Oct. 12. He was 27.

Boxing’s dangerous norms raise questions

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 23, 2019
Freshman middle blocker Christina Hall (left) hits the ball past two defenders during the Comets’ game against College of Alameda on Oct. 16 at Pinole Middle School.

Aerial bombardment stifles Comets

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 23, 2019
Rainbow Club President Alfredo Angulo has established the club to represent Contra Costa College’s LGBTQ population.

Activist forms Rainbow Club

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 23, 2019
Comet freshman libero Jamie Tianero plays for a Comet team coached by her mother, Christy Tianero, after earning Tri-County Athletic League second team all-league honors in high school.

Untapped potential

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 2, 2019
Online learning expands outreach

Online learning expands outreach

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 25, 2019
Kyle “Bugha” Geirsdorf is awarded $3 million after winning the Fortnite World Cup this past summer.

‘Fortnite’ targets esports success

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 25, 2019
Marcus, played by Dontae Clark (left), Benny, played by Santiago Rosas (middle), and Nina, played by Reyna Amaya (right) deliver biting satire in the new comedy webseries “The North Pole.”

Oakland comedy embraces culture

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 25, 2019
Right side hitter Nadia Thomas (left) spikes the ball over the net in the Comets’ first game of the season against Yuba College in the Pinole Middle School Gymnasium on Sept. 18

Youthful squad drops second straight

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 25, 2019

Enrollment remains stagnant

By Xavier Johnson, Wed Editor
September 18, 2019
State Chancellor Eloy Ortiz Oakley (middle left) walks to the GE Building with his staff after meeting with CCC faculty in Fireside Hall during his visit Monday.

State Chancellor visits

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
May 15, 2019
Middle blocker Makaya Thomas spikes the ball during a volleyball game this season

Comets fail to turn progress into wins

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
May 15, 2019
ESL major Challal Kahina (left) gives her son, Massinass Kahina (right), a Mecca candy box during the annual Muslim Student Association Fast-a-thon event in Fireside Hall on Monday.

Fasting unites in Fireside

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
May 1, 2019
Diego Loza (left), Jelaine Maestas (middle front), Gregory Lee (middle back) and Andrea Flores (right) raise a glass of champagne during a scene from “The Hispanick Zone.”

Satire depicts Hispanic stereotypes

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
May 1, 2019

Coping aids in student stressors

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
May 1, 2019
Sia, Labrinth, and Diplo teamed up as a pop supergroup LSD.

Pop supergroup LSD tries too much in debut effort

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
April 17, 2019
Duality exposes horror in Us

Duality exposes horror in “Us”

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
March 27, 2019
Mrs. Gottlieb, played by Nicole Matthews, first meets Jean, played by Miranda Lenore, in “Dead Man’s Cell Phone” in the Knox Center.

Getting lost in a digital world

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
March 20, 2019
Pongphop Mickie Rattanasangchod (right) fist bumps his teammate Min-seok OGE Son during an Overwatch League match.

Gaming professionals need league support

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
March 20, 2019
Child development major Carmen Dorton works on homework for Math 120 as math professor Clifford Stewart tutors her in the Math Lab in the Applied Arts Building on Monday.

NSAS division finishes semester without dean

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
March 13, 2019
Ariana Grande shines through heartbreak

Ariana Grande shines through heartbreak

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 27, 2019
Dr. Patrick Johnson teaches Journalism 130 as an adjunct professor in the journalism department this spring semester. Johnson is an MCHS and CCC alum and former Advocate staffer.

Educator returns home

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 27, 2019
African- American studies major Destinee Calhoun snaps during the Black Student Union Poetry Slam on Monday in Fireside Hall.

Poetry Slam infuses words, rhythm into evening of prose

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 27, 2019

Enrollment remains flat despite early growth

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 13, 2019
Aquatics teacher Dorothy Wendt demonstrates a movement to her class. Wendt was the college’s swim instructor for 25 years

Dorothy Wendt: An unmatched pioneer

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
February 6, 2019
Boxing draws spoil the fun

Boxing draws spoil the fun

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
December 5, 2018
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has proposed changes to current Title IX policy after a wave of accusations have come forth challenging the reputations of many popular and well-known people, such as Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh.

Title IX changes would add methods to investigate

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
December 5, 2018
Joonas Donskoi (left) jukes Kevin Fiala (right) during the San Jose Sharks vs. Nashville Predators game on Tuesday.

Late game heroics help Sharks rally past Predators

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
November 15, 2018
Remedial courses axed

Remedial courses axed

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
November 14, 2018
Middle blocker Makaya Thomas makes a shot attempt over two Yuba College defenders on Sophomore Night in the Gymnasium

Volleyball ends season with a loss

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
November 14, 2018
Silvia Sobal (left) as La Llorona in The Cries of La Llorona last spring.

Fortunate circumstances direct journey, passions

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 24, 2018
Speech team captain Shreejal Luitel practices a persuasive speech for an upcoming speech tournament in Stockton in the Speech Lab in AA-219 on Monday evening.

[Photo] Location upgrade bolsters Speech Lab

October 24, 2018

ASU awaits possible 40k budget

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 17, 2018
Right setter Rosa Olivar attempts to score over Napa Valley College middle blocker Alexia Stewart in Contra Costa College’s 3-0 victory in the Gymnasium on Friday.

Comets storm past Napa Valley College

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 17, 2018

Performance funding formula sparks concern

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 10, 2018
Richard Cheech Marin highlights education and culture in candid conversation

Richard ‘Cheech’ Marin highlights education and culture in candid conversation

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
October 3, 2018
Libero Delanie Baca (left) and outside hitter Chrischelle Reyes (right) anticipate a ball during Contra Costa College’s 3-0 defeat against College of Marin on Friday at the Gym.

Mariners overwhelm Comets in home opener

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 25, 2018
Joshua Saephan (right) and Murphy Williams (middle) attempt to hide from Merit Onyekwere (left) during rehearsal for “Vengeance: A Ghost Story” in the Knox Center on Monday.

[Photo] Ghostly tale would kill to scare you

September 25, 2018
Criminal justice major Ben Hayunga peeks into one of the many voter registration booths stationed around the campus during the Constitution Day event held in the Campus Center Plaza.

Constitution Day celebrates rights, emphasizes importance of voting

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 19, 2018
Musical appreciation grows through tragedy

Musical appreciation grows through tragedy

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 19, 2018
Associated Student Union Vice President Chris Miller sings during a recording session for his band, First Contact, in El Sobrante on Thursday.

Passion for music, justice brighten life

By Xavier Johnson, Web Editor
September 11, 2018
La Raza studies professor Augustine Palacios paints a butterfly during the “Exist to Resist” art show in Fireside Hall on May 2.

La Raza culture embraced in art

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
May 16, 2018

Theater schedule for 2018-19 finalized

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
May 16, 2018
Talents collide at Campus Center Plaza

Talents collide at Campus Center Plaza

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
May 15, 2018

Speech department seeks renewed growth

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
April 24, 2018
Four useful apps students dont know about

Four useful apps students don’t know about

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
April 17, 2018
Multiyear project to furnish state-of-the-art science facilities

Multiyear project to furnish state-of-the-art science facilities

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
April 10, 2018

[Video] Lenovo Yoga 920 Review

March 21, 2018
Realness, sexuality warrant recognition

Realness, sexuality warrant recognition

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 21, 2018
Xochiti, played by Stephanie Rivas, acts as she were being drowned with ribbons that signify water during a Monday rehearsal for The Cries of La Llorona in the Knox Center.

Original play brings old story to life

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 20, 2018
London excursion supplements academic journey

London excursion supplements academic journey

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 14, 2018
Director Jay Francisco Lopez shows off his shirt to the crowd filling up the Knox Center auditorium during the screening of Love, Cecy.

Film screening sells out Knox, celebrates life

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
February 6, 2018
Justin Timberlake is set to release his fifth studio album, and first in five years, “Man of the Woods” on Friday. The album release is two days before Timberlake is scheduled to perform during the Super Bowl Halftime Show on Sunday.

Timberlake’s reinvention hindered by boring music

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
January 30, 2018
Alphabe+ Club President Enrique “Kike” Duarte gives a speech as he holds up his award given to him by the Associated Student Union during LGBTQ+ Appreciation Day in Fireside Hall on Monday.

LGBTQ+ supporters honored, recognized for uplifting community

By Xavier Johnson , Scene Editor
December 8, 2017
Selector, played by Akilah Kamau, narrates the action in the hip-hop inspired play “How We Got On” in the Knox Center on Thursday. The play continues this weekend.

Spirit of rhyme drives youth tale

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 14, 2017
Rapping, music unify four teenagers in coming of age tale

Rapping, music unify four teenagers in coming of age tale

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 7, 2017
A group of students scream as they run past a scare spot during the free carnival scream house maze in the Knox Center on Tuesday.

Fear, joy fill Knox Center

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 7, 2017

Team fails to beat Napa in a three set shutout

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 7, 2017
Comets lone victory ends skid, shows improvement

Comets lone victory ends skid, shows improvement

By Xavier Johnson , Scene Editor
November 1, 2017
Mayor Arnsen played by Diego Loza raises his fist as he yells yeeha during a scene of the play Zombie Town during its opening night on Oct. 13.

Diverse roles foster actor’s commitment

By Xavier Johnson , Scene Editor
November 1, 2017

Disability flick offers insight on learning disability

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
October 26, 2017

Team loses third straight, fails to secure win

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
October 25, 2017
Contra Costa College president Mojdeh Mehdizadeh talks to the crowd at attendance during a Foundation fundraising event held at Eric Zell’s office in Point Richmond on Sept. 28.

Community supports wraparound program

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
October 11, 2017
Sonequa Martin-Green (center) stars in Star Trek Discovery as Michael Burnham.

Sci-Fi revival suffers from inconsistent storytelling

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
October 11, 2017
Folk, metal fusion radiates evil, expresses unique qualities

Folk, metal fusion radiates evil, expresses unique qualities

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 29, 2017
Say no to San Pellegrino

Say no to San Pellegrino

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 28, 2017
Senator Bernie Sanders speaks to a full crowd at the “Free City” celebration at City College of San Francisco on Friday.

Sanders, CCSF honor ‘Free City’

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 28, 2017
Chef Russell Lozano places a Curb Banh-mi burger on a serving tray in Curbside Kitchen while working an event at Four Fools Winery in Rodeo.

Richmond food truck integrates cuisines

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 28, 2017
Comet outside hitter Victoria Matue digs the ball over the net during a game against College of Alameda.

Team fails to preserve momentum loses in four to Alameda, 3-1

By Xavier Johnson , scene editor
September 20, 2017
A group of students work together to solve crossword puzzles and enter a contest to win a Kindle Fire tablet during a Welcome Week event hosted by the Associated Student Union on Thursday.

Games, puzzles, prizes garner crowds

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
August 23, 2017
Punk band satisfies fans

Punk band satisfies fans

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
May 17, 2017
Playlist release underwhelms

Playlist release underwhelms

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 29, 2017
Piano tuner Victor Manuel (right) played by Sean Teal, flashes a light into a piano as Sofia Celia, played by Jelaine Maestas, and Maria Celia, played by Akilah Kamau, watch during a performance of “Two Sisters and a Piano” in the Knox Center on Thursday.Piano tuner Victor Manuel (right) played by Sean Teal, flashes a light into a piano as Sofia Celia, played by Jelaine Maestas, and Maria Celia, played by Akilah Kamau, watch during a performance of “Two Sisters and a Piano” in the Knox Center on Thursday.

Intimacy fortifies play

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 29, 2017

Stage ignites actor’s drive

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 14, 2017
Play models tragic love

Play models tragic love

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 2, 2017
Virtual reality stirs debate between platform

Virtual reality stirs debate between platform

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
March 1, 2017
Comet guard Julian Robinson jumps into the air for a layup past 49ers center Taylor Galli during CCCs 85-71 loss to Yuba College at the Gymnasium on Friday

Team fails to maintain rhythm, lead

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
February 9, 2017
Drama department Chairperson Carlos-Manuel Chavarría plays with two dolls during a scene of the one person play, “Joto!: Confessions of a Mexican Outcast,” in Knox Center on Friday.

Revealing play gains praise

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
December 9, 2016
Nan Carter, played by Kaitlyn McCoy (right), Simon, played by Alejandro Garcia (center right) and Sweetheart, Played by Sarah Ann Piane (center left) listen to Kyle Carter, played by Umi Grant (left) apologize during a scene of Exit, Pursued by Bear at the Knox Center on Saturday.

Lackluster performances hinder production

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 17, 2016
Trump lied his way into office, will fail

Trump lied his way into office, will fail

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 16, 2016

Showing adds local zest to cult classic film

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 9, 2016

Proposition 60 poses mandatory condoms in porn

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
November 3, 2016
‘Antiquated beliefs’ fuel political campaign

‘Antiquated beliefs’ fuel political campaign

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
October 21, 2016

Academy targets low success rates

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
October 21, 2016
Album blends hip-hop, sci-fi

Album blends hip-hop, sci-fi

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 28, 2016
Film fuels discussion, relays historic story

Film fuels discussion, relays historic story

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 16, 2016
Defensive specialist Jacqueline Tianero hits the ball over the net during volleyball practice in the Gymnasium on Monday.

‘Rebuilding’ team embraces season of change

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
September 1, 2016
Culinary arts Chairperson Nader Sharkes and student Kyle DeLos Santos submerge hot tomatoes under cool water in the Student and Administration Building on Friday.

Eatery improves quality, variety

By Xavier Johnson, Scene Editor
August 25, 2016

Uncontested ASU elections await results

By Xavier Johnson, Assistant Sports Editor
May 18, 2016
Police aide Ashley Crandell, an administration of justice major, and Evelio Perez, an engineering major, take a ride in Lot 10 on May 2.

Escorts reduce concerns

By Xavier Johnson, Assistant Sports Editor
May 18, 2016
Drama professor Linda Jackson-Whitmore prepares to bow down with her class after performing various scenes and skits in one part of the drama department’s open house for high school students on May 5 in the Knox Center.

Open house highlights acting skills, invites aspiring thespians

By Xavier Johnson, Assistant Sports Editor
May 18, 2016
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