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Carlos Holguin

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer

This is Carlos Holguin’s fourth semester with the paper and he couldn’t be happier to continue. When not writing or taking photos for the paper Carlos is the creator and host of The Weekly Geek, a podcast informing students on recent music, movie, and gaming news. Carlos has also been know to partake in theater here at Cerritos College.

All content by Carlos Holguin

Blade Runner 2049: More than human

Carlos Holguin • October 13, 2017

If the original 1982 film Blade Runner asked audiences what makes us human, then Blade Runner 2049 expands on that idea by asking this: What does it mean to be human?Set thirty years after the events of...

Mildly Powered Rangers

Carlos Holguin • April 3, 2017
While, thankfully, not as dark as the trailers made it seem, Power Rangers never fully embraces the silliness of the series.
Students admire and walk through the art presented at the Cerritos College Art Gallery. The gallery featured abstract art from a variety of artist focusing on science, religion and other ideas.

[Photo] Art gallery showcases the universe

Carlos Holguin • August 28, 2015

Students admire and walk through the art presented at the Cerritos College Art Gallery. The gallery featured abstract art from a variety of artist focusing on science, religion and other ideas.

The hero we deserve

Carlos Holguin • August 24, 2015
Lenny Robinson, the "Route 29 Batman," is killed but not without teaching us what heroes truly are.
The Weekly Geek | May 6

The Weekly Geek | May 6

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Marquez • May 9, 2015

Staff Writers Carlos Holguin and Carlos Marquez talk about the final fate of PT and the crowd-funded Yooka-Laylee. Want to be in our final episode of the Weekly Geek? Let us know in the comments!    

Body cameras for safety

Body cameras for safety

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • May 7, 2015

California is set to make history in such a way that some are calling the Los Angeles police force 'Orwellian'.After a debate discussing the pros and cons of the situation, the Los Angeles Police Commission...

The greatest trick the devil pulled

Carlos Holguin • May 5, 2015
Marvel's Daredevil has not only made its mark on the MCU but gives it a much needed gritty gut punch.

Stark contrast in Age of Ultron

Carlos Holguin • May 5, 2015

As the credits rolled on Avengers: Age of Ultron, the crowd cheered and immediately wanted more and it was no surprise. Full of fight scenes and moments that helped define the superhero genre as an almost...

Weekly Geek | April 29

Weekly Geek | April 29

Gustavo Lopez and Carlos Holguin • May 2, 2015

Editor-in-Chief Gustavo Lopez and Staff Writer Carl Holguin talk about the Dragonball Super series, the canceling of Silent Hills and X-Men Apocalypse.

Run for office flames up

Carlos Holguin • April 24, 2015
Rapper Waka Flocka Flame has officially signed paperwork to run for United States president.
Weekly Geek | April 22

Weekly Geek | April 22

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Marquez • April 23, 2015

Staff writers Carlos Holguin and Carlos Marquez talk about the new Star Wars and Dawn of Justice trailers, and the new Battefront game.

Weekly Geek | April 15

Weekly Geek | April 15

Carlos Holguin and Gustavo Lopez • April 20, 2015

Gustavo Lopez and Carlos Holguin break down news on A.K.A Jessica Jones, Mortal Kombat X, and more in this week's installment.

Kintsugi Album Review

Kintsugi Album Review

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • April 20, 2015

Staff writer Carlos Holguin breaks down what makes Death Cab's latest album stand out from the rest, and why you should give it a listen.    

California’s major water fiasco

Carlos Holguin • April 15, 2015

With the drought here in California four years in the making, Governor Jerry Brown has enacted limitations and rules that the citizens of California follow (http://bit.ly/U4HBmI). This is the first time...

Photo credit: Carlos Holguin

Dancing for culture and a cause

Carlos Holguin • April 9, 2015
MECha club members use the week of Cesar Chavez to inform others of their culture.

Student-athletes deserve money

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • April 7, 2015
Student athletes may be paid in education, but risk injury and rejection at every corner.
Sorrow and Recovery dance together in latest 'Death Cab' album

Sorrow and Recovery dance together in latest ‘Death Cab’ album

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • April 3, 2015
After a four year break, and a band member leaving, Death Cab For Cutie picks up the pieces left behind.

Cupcakes and Chili staples for Spring Festival

Carlos Holguin • April 3, 2015
ASCC helped cook things up this April 1 in the Student Center by hosting the Chili and cupcake contest.
Weekly Geek | April 1

Weekly Geek | April 1

Carlos Holguin and Gustavo Lopez • April 2, 2015

Staff Writer Carlos Marquez and Editor-in-Chief Gustavo Lopez discuss Tron: Ascension, the reveal of Age of Ultron's the Vision, X-Men Apocalypse, The Smithsonian's Wonder Woman invisible jet, Mad Max:...

clubs compete in the physical portion of the Falcon Games. Tuesday March 25. Photo credit: Carlos Holguin

Clubs compete for glory and companionship

Carlos Holguin • March 27, 2015
Ready, set, go! Clubs balance eggs, race through mazes and take on obstacles all in the name of comradery and a bit of cash.
Weekly Geek | March 25

Weekly Geek | March 25

Carlos Holguin and Gustavo Lopez • March 26, 2015

Carlos Holguin and Gustavo Lopez discuss upcoming Marvel movies, set back in the release of Arkham Knight, an X-Files Television series comeback and other headlining geeky news.     Russo...

Weekly Geek | March 11

Weekly Geek | March 11

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Marquez • March 24, 2015

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Marquez discuss upcoming games such as the fourth installment of Rock Band, the remastered Mortal Kombat game, new Supergirl television series and other headlining news.

FSZ: What are some qualities you look for in a presidential candidate?

FSZ: What are some qualities you look for in a presidential candidate?

Amanda Del Cid and Carlos Holguin • March 23, 2015

Pharrel and Robin Thicke must pay $7.4 million for infringement of Marvin Gaye's "Got to Give It Up." This questions the work of other artists.

A blurred line between inspiration and infringement

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • March 15, 2015

Courts have decided that the Robin Thicke and Pharrell collaboration "Blurred Lines" has borrowed so heavily from Marvin Gaye's hit song "Got to Give it Up," that Thicke and Pharrell must pay the Gaye...

Weekly Geek | Feb. 25

Weekly Geek | Feb. 25

Carlos Holguin and Gustavo Lopez • March 10, 2015

A show where we break down some of the interesting news that has occurred in pop culture on a week to week basis.

A workstation used by some of the members used at the Airwolf 3D event. Multiple types of printers were used in the event, giving the team more experince with the machines.

Students use skills from class to create thriving business

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • February 25, 2015
Four students from Cerritos College help local business make the most of new 3D printing capabilities.
Fifty Shades of Awkward

Fifty Shades of Awkward

Amanda Del Cid and Carlos Holguin • February 24, 2015

Staff Writer Amanda Del Cid reviews 'Fifty Shades of Grey'.

‘Jupiter Ascending’ scrapes bottom of barrel

Carlos Holguin • February 10, 2015
The new Wachoski film fails on a laughable level to be anything but a failure and 'Star Wars' ripoff.

Students to revise two Constitutions

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • February 1, 2015
Members of the Cerritos College student government have come together to address possible issues with the current ASCC constitution.

New drum line equipment on the run

Carlos Holguin • February 1, 2015
ASCC and the Music Department work together to help create legislation that would mobilize the college's drum line.

ASCC Cabinet Meeting – January 26, 2015 (Part 4)

Carlos Marquez and Carlos Holguin • January 29, 2015

ASCC Cabinet Meeting – January 26, 2015 (Part 3)

Carlos Marquez and Carlos Holguin • January 29, 2015

ASCC Cabinet Meeting – January 26, 2015 (Part 2)

Carlos Marquez and Carlos Holguin • January 29, 2015

ASCC Cabinet Meeting – January 26, 2015 (Part 1)

Carlos Marquez and Carlos Holguin • January 29, 2015

Cabinet calls for bike committee

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • January 27, 2015
Cabinet gathered on Monday Jan. 26 to discuss the plans they have and those they wish to implement in the semester.

Students seek to add Korean language classes

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • January 21, 2015
In order to help both native and international students John Karlagon, president of the Korean Popular music (K-Pop) club, seeks to add Koran language classes to the college.

1 Minute Review | Sonic Boom

Carlos Holguin • December 15, 2014

During this weeks 1 Minute Review Carlos Holguin is doing a special review for Sonic Boom; a video game for the 3DS and Wii U.

One Minute Review | Big Hero 6 Vs Interstellar

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • November 27, 2014

During this weeks One Minute Review Carlos Holguin has special guest Daniel Linares, debating whether Big Hero 6 is better than Interstellar. Watch and find out! Participants: Carlos Holguin Daniel...

Students strut their stuffing for Turkey Trot

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • November 20, 2014

As students ran and walked the course of this year's annual Turkey Trot, donations flowed into the registration desk by Falcon Square in the form of canned goods and cash Thursday, Nov. 20, starting from...

Film festival starts off International Education Week

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • November 19, 2014

Hosted in conjunction with the International Student Association, International Student Services, and sponsored by the Student Government, Cerritos College began an International Film Festival to correlate...

The Automotive Technology department shows off 2013 Cadillac ATS that was donated to the school. Students who work in the automotive department get experince with the latest models. Cerritos College Nov. 18, 2014 Photo by Carlos Holguin Photo credit: Carlos Holguin

Students out looking for ‘major’ success

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • November 18, 2014
That's a nice pun.

FSZ: What would you do to minimize noise in the library?

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • November 17, 2014

Slideshow: Zombie Fest 2014

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • November 5, 2014

Falcon Sports ALWC

Alexander Naveja and Carlos Holguin • October 31, 2014

Carlos Holguin and Alex Naveja gives you a recap of A's game vs the Royals. If you like the video and want more, tune in for our predictions!

[Video] California ShakeOut ‘Shakes’ Up Campus

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 31, 2014

Cerritos College took part in the California ShakeOut Thursday, Oct. 16 at 10:16 a.m. It is a state-wide earthquake drill. Camera: Daniel Linares

One Minute Movie Review | Gone Girl

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 31, 2014

Carlos is back again this week to bring you a One Minute Movie Review of Gone Girl, directed by David Fincher and starring Ben Affleck.

Don’t save the boobs, save the person

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 27, 2014
I hate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. To clarify, that's not me saying that cancer is not something people should celebrate or that we should not continue research and awareness for breast cancer.

One Minute Review | The Book Of Life

Carlos Holguin, Daniel Linares, and Kristopher Carrasco • October 26, 2014

Carlos is back again this week to bring you a One Minute Movie Review of "The Book Of Life, " starring Channing Tatum, Zoe Saldana and Diego Luna. The movie takes a twist on the Mexican culture of the...

Safety first: Officials set up a triage area to practice what would happen in case of a real earthquake. Participants were told to treat the drill as if it were real.

Great Shakeout a wake up call for earthquake preparedness

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 20, 2014
Students and staff prepare for the next big earthquake by participating in The Great California Shakeout.

Oct. 16 | News Roundup

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 17, 2014

Carlos Holguin gives the lowdown on news for the week.

Six of the seven Homecoming Queen nominees stand together during the introduction ceremony that occurred Monday, Oct. 13. Voting for Homecoming Queen will occur this week, with the results being announced at the Homecoming game Saturday, Oct. 18 Photo credit: Carlos Holguin

Homecoming nominees hopeful despite dismal student outcome

Carlos Holguin • October 13, 2014
While the rows of seats were largely empty, Homecoming Queen nominees were happy to be on stage.

Review: ‘Waiting for Lefty’ transcends time

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 12, 2014

Much like the set that the set the play is set on, "Waiting For Lefty" by Clifford Odets has some character to its looks, and it's that character that carries "Lefty" through both of its acts. While...

Voter registration just one goal for AAUW

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • October 6, 2014

With November elections approaching next month, the La-Palma Cerritos American Association of University Women was on campus Thursday, Oct. 2, to register students to vote. "The goal today is to get...

Ray Rice and why the the NFL is a crappy institution

Carlos Holguin • September 24, 2014
Backlash continues against NFL and Rice

Fall of the Fall Banquet?

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • September 23, 2014
ASCC is seemingly at odds on the subject of the future of the Fall Banquet
FSZ: How do you feel about hackers leaking private celebrity photos/videos?

FSZ: How do you feel about hackers leaking private celebrity photos/videos?

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • September 17, 2014

Infograph: Scholarship money distribution from AAUW

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • September 17, 2014

AAUW aims to help students in more than one way

AAUW aims to help students in more than one way

Carlos Holguin, Staff Writer • September 16, 2014
From giving scholarships to encouraging students to be aware of inequality, the American Association of University Woman has been helping students on campus for years.

Cabinet Meeting| Sept. 15

Carlos Holguin • September 16, 2014
The Sept. 15 Cabinet meeting focused on how some past events can be improved or changed, while also hoping to encourage students in upcoming events.

One Minute Review: Frank

Carlos Holguin • September 12, 2014

Carlos Holguin gives a quick rundown on the movie 'Frank', a story about a young wannabe musician who joins a band.

Review: ‘Dame To Kill For’ fails expectations

Carlos Holguin • September 5, 2014
After a nine year wait, "Sin City: A Dame To Kill For" brings nothing new to the table.

Callbacks bring nervous excitement

Carlos Holguin • August 23, 2014
"Waiting for Lefty" auditions saw students of different levels of experience working toward the same goal - making the play.
FSZ: How do you like the new Elbow Room?

FSZ: How do you like the new Elbow Room?

Nicolette Aguirre and Carlos Holguin • August 18, 2014
We asked Cerritos College students on what they thought about the new Elbow Room renovations.
Diamond Bracamontes, Queer Straight Alliance (QSA), and Eric Banuelos, Chicanos/Latinos for Community Medicine (CCM), have been awarded the second Drag King and Drag Queen titles for the Fall 2014 Cerritos College on the May 1 event in the Student Center. Photo credit: Joe Zermeno

Drag show participants strut on the catwalk

Gustavo Lopez and Carlos Holguin • May 5, 2014
The drag show took place on Thursday, May 1 at the Student Center.

Don’t let college kill you

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • April 16, 2014

A few weeks ago, my life came to a halt when I got a phone call halfway through my day. I stopped typing up an essay for a class and decided that somethings are worth more than a good grade. A friend...

One Minute Review: ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • April 14, 2014

Associate Arts Editor, Carlos Holguin, does a one minute movie review on 'Captain America: Winter Soldier.'

Review: ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’ exceeds standards of superhero genre

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • April 11, 2014
Captain America: The Winter Solider sets Marvel up for greatness.
Scott Henderson performance preview

Scott Henderson performance preview

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • April 2, 2014

Music major John Eric Santamaria practices without his partner for a duet he will be performing at the Scott Henderson Memorial Concert. Photo credit: Carlos Holguin

Student performers wish to impress students

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • April 1, 2014
Practice makes perfect as students prepare for the Scott Henderson Memorial Concert.

FSZ: What is a life lesson you’ve learned from films?

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • April 1, 2014

What is a life lesson you've learned from films? Cristian Martinez, undecided major "Make your shots last as long as possible." From films. Jason Arias, firefighting major "Never give up," from...

Flim Club Vice President Josh Craft views Film Club President Malory Padilla and film major Alexandra Cabriales throught the camera while preparing to film 'The Papercup Caper.' Photo credit: Carlos Holguin

Film Club explores black and white genre

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • March 4, 2014

While the equipment for a day of filming was being set-up, film major and Film Club member Alexandra Cabriales looked over lines for the scene ahead. The scene was from the ongoing film project “The...

Arts: Page 6 of the February 26, 2014 issue

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • February 28, 2014

Different sexualities should not be ignored

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • February 25, 2014
Transgender students who identify with the opposite gender should be able to use the bathroom of the gender they identify with.

FSZ: How do you deal with stress?

Carlos Holguin • February 4, 2014
With students starting to deal with some of the first tests and essays of the semester, the stress levels can start to build up. To give students ideas of ways to calm down and make it through the month, we asked a few students here on campus what they did to calm down.

Students snub and praise Grammys

Carlos Holguin, Associate Arts Editor • January 28, 2014
The decisions from this year's Grammys snub some older artists while trying to be nostalgic.

May 15, 2013 – Page 7 – Arts

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • May 14, 2013

May 15, 2013 Page 7 Click image to see full pdf.

May 15, 2013 – Page 6 – Arts

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • May 14, 2013

May 15, 2013 Page 6 Click image to see full pdf.

Big plans for ‘Beautiful Pain’

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • May 1, 2013

Up and coming artist Keaton Simons plans to tour the U.S. with his new album and spread his sound. Returning to the west coast after his time in Texas for the annual South by Southwest event (also known...

Extraordinary director receives exhibit

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • April 29, 2013

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art shows acclaimed director Stanley Kubrick's personal collection to the public. Part of the growing collection of director's possessions to be offered to be viewed by...

April 24, 2013 – Page 5 – Arts

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • April 23, 2013

April 24, 2013 Page 5 Click image to see full pdf.

The dream is now to be screened at cerritos

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • April 10, 2013

Davis Guggenhiem's latest film, The Dream is Now, to be screened soon in the teleconference center. History major Daniel Flores spoke with excitement when he remembered how he got involved in the The...

Escape from Planet Earth falls short

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 27, 2013

Hoping to ride on the success recent animated films, like "Brave" and "Wreck-it Ralph" director Cal Brunker and the Weinstein Company recently released the kiddie action movie "Escape from Planet Earth". Competing...

‘Crysis 3’ (Podcast)

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 27, 2013

"Crysis 3" podcast by Associate Multimedia Editor Carlos Holguin.

'Crysis 3' takes place 24 years after the events of the previous game. The game also allows players to immerse into stories where players are challenged to make decisions pertaining to the game.

‘Crysis 3’ is set to take gamers to a whole new level of experience

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 27, 2013

Hoping to continue tradition of visually stunning and thrilling action games, Crytek recently released the long awaited "Crysis 3" on Feb. 19. Full of intensity and out-of-this-world graphics, Crytek...

Pledge of allegiance is obsolete

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 26, 2013

At the beginning of each school day students ranging from kindergarten to high school seniors repeat an oath to a nation that has lasted hundreds of years. As touching as that may sound, these students...

A person is more than their aliments

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 12, 2013

People define students with disabilities or handicapped by their aliment instead of their character and personality. We forget that these students are just like us and face challenges in their every...

Modern music has lost its voice

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 11, 2013

Despite the quantity of genres and artists available, the condition of the music industry is worsening. Musicians don't seem to care about what they're putting out on the air waves nowadays. They could...

As what's likely to be the last major Wii release from Nintendo, "The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword" is a fitting finale for the console. (MCT)

Nintendo plans on bringing big names to the Wii U

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • February 3, 2013

Eiji Aonuma, producer of the Legend of Zelda series, recently gave Nintendo and gaming fans some exciting news about the future of the Zelda franchise for the Wii U console. "Our mission in developing...

Drowsy Chaperone aims to be a big hit

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • January 29, 2013

Drowsy Chaperone aims for high notes and big laughs this coming May "I love acting and musicals. I just want to get back into it and this is my chance." says theater arts major Natasha Lopez who is excited...

Prisons should be more focused on rehabilitating

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • January 21, 2013

It has been the said that the American dream is to be able to make it in this country despite the odds you face. However this dream seems to be lost on the unlucky souls in our jails and prisons. Inmates...

ASCC president and vice president have big plans for the rest of their term

Carlos Holguin and Carlos Holguin • January 18, 2013

As a new year and semester starts up, the Associated Students of Cerritos College is preparing itself for a full work load. On top of managing, organizing and financing the various activities at Cerritos...

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