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Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief

Kianna Znika is the current Editor-in-Chief for Talon Marks and previously worked as the News & Community Editor. Her goal is to work for any publication that values nature, mental health, community and the overall wellbeing of others. When she’s not working on a news story or sharing her unfiltered opinion with the world, she enjoys reading/writing, hanging out with friends, and taking care of her dog, geckos, and indoor plants.

All content by Kianna Znika
(L-R): John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Lemar Hoskins (Cle Bennett), Zemo (Daniel Bruhl) and Falcon/Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) in Marvel Studios' THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER exclusively on Disney+. Photo by Julie Vrabelova. ©Marvel Studios 2021. All Rights Reserved. Photo credit: Marvel Studios, Julie Vrabelova , Kianna Znika & Walt Disney Company

[Photo] ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’: ‘The Whole World is Watching’ is an intense commentary on the state of America

Rafael Magana, Co-Arts & Entertainment Editor • April 15, 2021

(L-R): John Walker (Wyatt Russell), Lemar Hoskins (Cle Bennett), Zemo (Daniel Bruhl) and Falcon/Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) in Marvel Studios' THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER exclusively on Disney+....

Photo credit: Kianna Znika

[Photo] Cerritos College places several women’s soccer coaches on leave due to allegations of misconduct and harassment

Daniel Suarez Jr. and Edgar Mendoza • August 16, 2020

Photo credit: Kianna Znika

Cerritos College makes the decision to continue with online learning going into the Fall semester. This sign is placed outside of the Liberal Arts building on April 28, 2020. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

[Photo] Fall classes remain online as Covid-19 cases soar in California

Daniel Suarez Jr., News Editor • August 14, 2020

Cerritos College makes the decision to continue with online learning going into the Fall semester. This sign is placed outside of the Liberal Arts building on April 28, 2020. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

Manuel De Leon taught at Cerritos College for about 40 years before retiring in 1987. According to his daughter, Marita, the campus was like a second home to him. Photo credit: Courtesy of Marita De Leon

Remembering her ‘greatest gift,’ her dad

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • May 21, 2020
In this heartfelt interivew, Marita De Leon expresses the impact left behind by her father the late Manuel De Leon, a former Cerritos College arts professor.
The Trap truck can be found in Los Angeles, CA. Here, a customer can find all their cannabis needs including THC-infused exotic drinks.

Rose Buds: The Trap truck

Rebecca Aguila and Kianna Znika • May 20, 2020
The essentials for all stoners on wheels!
Photo by: Wiki Commons

Talks of Norwalk-La Mirada schools set to potentially close

Kianna Znika and Edgar Mendoza • May 17, 2020
Budget issues, low enrollment and COVID-19 all contribute to possible closings.
Cerritos College is introducing a new transfer degree in Filmmaking, Television, and Electronic Media. The degree will prepare students for an ever changing media landscape.

Fine Arts and Communication brings new multimedia degree to light

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • May 17, 2020
Beginning Fall 2020, Cerritos College students may apply for the new AS-T degree in Film, Television and Electronic Media.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds: Such a thing as ‘too much’

Kianna Znika, Rebecca Aguila, and Luis Lemus • May 17, 2020
Although it is not possible to overdose on cannabis, it is important to know it's possible to reach one's own limit.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds: The end of ‘Reefer Madness’

Kianna Znika and Rebecca Aguila • May 10, 2020
A history lesson to show that the "Devil's Lettuce" is not as scary as we once believed it was.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds Radio: Universal benefits, with new guest speaker

Kianna Znika, Rebecca Aguila, and Victoria Nicholls • May 3, 2020
In this episode of Rose Buds Radio, we discuss the universal benefits of cannabis and share personal experiences.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds: The ultimate stoner playlist

Rebecca Aguila and Kianna Znika • May 3, 2020
All stoners can appreciate a fantastic "stoney baloney" music playlist!
COVID isn’t the time to punish students but to understand and assist. Tough times aren’t limited to teachers.

‘F’ your failing grades

Kianna Znika, Editor-in-Chief • May 3, 2020
Students deserve academic leniency during the COVID-19 pandemic, a period of literal shared trauma and death.
It is still unknown when Cerritos College will reopen. The campus has been closed to the public to prevent the spread of COVID-19 since March 13, 2020.

Cerritos College closes campus, plans for future semesters

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • April 29, 2020
Disputes amongst faculty, students left to adapt, future semesters uncertain as a result of COVID-19.
The #CAHEART webinar held on April 22 included a Q&A session with key representatives. The next meeting will be held on May 8, 2020.

California students unite, urge ‘consistency across all systems’

Kianna Znika, Editor-in-Chief • April 26, 2020
The California Students HEART Coalition are working to address urgent student needs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds Radio: 420 appreciation

Kianna Znika and Rebecca Aguila • April 26, 2020
In this episode of Rose Buds Radio, Kianna and Rebecca discuss local brands, the cancellation of festivals such as Kushstock, and 420 appreciation.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds: The games of 420

Rebecca Aguila and Kianna Znika • April 26, 2020
Games to keep you entertained while you toke and quarantine!
The faculty senate carried the motion for postponing evaluations to Fall 2020 upon mutual agreement between the team and the evaluatee. Tenure process timeline and other concerns were discussed during the special faculty senate meeting held on April 21, 2020.

Faculty senators propose postponing Spring evaluation cycles

Kianna Znika, Editor-in-Chief • April 26, 2020
COVID-19's impact on evaluations presents many items for faculty to consider, including tenure process.
Stephanie Mora, a cosmetology student at Cerritos, practicing hands-on before Cerritos College closed due to COVID-19, March 13.

Challenges arise in Cosmetology Dept. with online-only format

Jazmin Taha and Kianna Znika • April 25, 2020
Cosmetology moving to an online learning format is ‘quite an adjustment.’
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds: Celebrating with only the good stuff

Kianna Znika and Rebecca Aguila • April 19, 2020
In this week's column, Rose Buds reviews their favorite cannabis dispensaries and brands.
The Falcons Care Campaign has raised more than $24,000 toward the student emergency fund. PIH Health donated $10,000 for the cause, according to a Cerritos College press release on March 23, 2020. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

Cerritos College students may be eligible to receive $500 from emergency fund

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • April 19, 2020
The college's Falcons Care campaign commits to putting its students first.
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds Radio: The many ways to enjoy cannabis

Kianna Znika and Rebecca Aguila • April 18, 2020
In this week's podcast, Rose Buds will explain the pros and cons of all the different ways to (legally and responsibly) enjoy marijuana.
Major league teams are not refunding tickets yet for games missed this season, although that could change.

Off The Field: Fans deserve their refunds, not credit

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • April 15, 2020
With no promise of watching a game in person any time soon, why aren't ticket providers allowing their sports fans to get their money back?
"Rose Buds" is a cannabis-friendly column intended for readers 21 years and older. We encourage only legal and responsible enjoyment of all cannabis products.

Rose Buds: It’s time for the virtual sesh

Kianna Znika and Rebecca Aguila • April 12, 2020
Welcome to the 4/20 celebration no one will ever forget: In the midst of a global pandemic, Rose Buds is meant to help celebrate the cannabis-friendly holiday all month long within the safety of our own homes.
Student Trustee Ballot #3 Johnny Wallace Jr.

Student Trustee Ballot #3 Johnny Wallace Jr.

Kianna Znika, Editor in chief • April 7, 2020

Q: What are some of the things you have done in the past to better the student's collegiate experience? A: "Our mission for the community organization I and others have dedicated our time to accomplishing...

Student Trustee Ballot #2 Rebekah Montes de Oca

Student Trustee Ballot #2 Rebekah Montes de Oca

Kianna Znika, Editor in chief • April 7, 2020

Q: What are some of the things you have done in the past to better the student's collegiate experience? A: "Things I have done in the past to better the Student's collegiate experience is my work through...

Ballot #3 Vice President Leslie Gonzalez

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • April 7, 2020

Student Trustee Ballot #1 Valery Escobar

Student Trustee Ballot #1 Valery Escobar

Kianna Znika, Editor in chief • April 7, 2020

Q: What are some of the things you have done in the past to better the student's collegiate experience? A: "One of the ways that I have helped to provide students with a better collegiate experience,...

Ballot #3 President Stephanie Jo Marquez and Vice President Leslie Gonzalez

Ballot #3 President Stephanie Jo Marquez and Vice President Leslie Gonzalez

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • April 7, 2020

Elections on Canvas will stand for April 8, 2020, at midnight to April 9, 2020, at 11:59 p.m.

Ballot #2 President Valery Escobar and Vice President Armando Avilla

Ballot #2 President Valery Escobar and Vice President Armando Avilla

Kianna Znika, Editor-in-Chief • April 7, 2020

Elections on Canvas will stand for April 8, 2020, at midnight to April 9, 2020, at 11:59 p.m.

Ballot #1 President Christian Pena and Vice President Leslie Mbara

Ballot #1 President Christian Pena and Vice President Leslie Mbara

Kianna Znika, Editor-in-Chief • April 7, 2020

Elections on Canvas will stand for April 8, 2020, at midnight to April 9, 2020, at 11:59 p.m.

Talon Marks TV Episode 3

Edgar Mendoza, Kianna Znika, David Jenkins, Sean Davis, and Rocio Valdez • March 11, 2020

TalonMarks TV is a webcast news roundup for the Cerritos College student-run newspaper.

he Gene Haas foundation has provided scholarships and machines for the students of the Machine Tool Technology department, including a recent $20K grant. The machine is used to create keychains on March 2, 2020. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

Machine Tool Technology students receive $20K grant

Kianna Znika, Editor in chief • March 6, 2020

The Machine Tool Technology program at Cerritos College recently received a $20,000 grant for scholarships from the Gene Haas Foundation, which will be used as reward to encourage student success and future...

Curator, Rebecca Hall, discussed details about the upcoming exhibition "We Are Here: Contemporary Art and Asian Voices in Los Angeles." The presentation took place during the Visual and Cultural Studies Lecture at Cerritos College on Feb. 20. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

[Photo] “We Are Here: Contemporary Art and Asian Voices in Los Angeles” art exhibition coming soon to USC Pacific Asia Museum

Rocio Valdez, A & E editor • March 6, 2020

Curator, Rebecca Hall, discussed details about the upcoming exhibition "We Are Here: Contemporary Art and Asian Voices in Los Angeles." The presentation took place during the Visual and Cultural Studies...

Some of the many posters and signs people carried around on display during the Women's March. The Women's March started at Pershing Square in Downtown LA and ended in front of City Hall with a rally on Jan.18,2020. Photo credit: Jazmin Aguayo

The Pink Tax will only lead to more red

Kianna Znika and Jazmin Taha • March 4, 2020
When did bleeding uncontrollably out of one’s vagina become a luxury?
On Feb. 19, the Board of Trustees finalized the purchase of the Barnwall student housing units. Dr. Jose Fierro plans to have the property open to the students by April 17, 2020.

Cerritos College sets opening date for first-ever student housing

Kianna Znika, Editor in chief • February 26, 2020

The Board of Trustees finalized plans for the off-campus housing facilities last Wednesday, addressing the reported “basic needs insecurities” among the majority of students within schoolgrounds. The...

The women's basketball team securesthe win against Compton College. Guard Mariah Lora goes for a hook shot against the team on February 19, 2020. Photo credit: Derrick Coleman

Women’s basketball secures win in close game against Compton College

Kianna Znika and Keanu Ruffo • February 24, 2020

The women’s basketball team won a close game against Compton College on Feb. 19 with sophomore guard No. 2, Mariah Lora scoring a career-high of 24 points for the Falcons securing the win with a score...

Talon Marks TV Episode 2

Jazmin Taha, David Jenkins, Kianna Znika, and Edgar Mendoza • February 20, 2020

Talon Marks TV is a webcast news roundup for the Cerritos College student-run newspaper.

Talon Marks TV Episode 1

Jazmin Taha, David Jenkins, Kianna Znika, and Edgar Mendoza • February 20, 2020

TalonMarks TV is a webcast news roundup for the Cerritos College student-run newspaper.

Jan. 23, 2020 – Page 1

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • January 23, 2020

SANTA ANA, CA - APRIL 08: Barry Johnson and Chase Knobbe of Joyce Manor perform during When We Were Young Festival 2017 at The Observatory on April 8, 2017 in Santa Ana, California.

Joyce Manor keeps fans hyped up at the Glass House

Kianna Znika, Editor in chief • January 23, 2020

For three consecutive nights at the Glass House in Pomona, Joyce Manor played a set that satisfied indie punk fans, old and new and proved that the group that has been playing for years now is deserving...

A terrified young woman held captive by a man with his hand over her mouth

Human trafficking stops with us

Kianna Znika, Rebecca Aguila, and Edgar Mendoza • January 23, 2020

With the recent development of Clearview, an app that allows strangers to find the name and address of others with just a photo, as well as more reports of attempted, sometimes successful, kidnappings...

Saudi Describes what is was like to first enter her first beauty course at El Camino college.

[Photo] Saudi Grajeda creates looks that will spark the color inside

Rebecca Aguila and Kianna Znika • January 21, 2020

Saudi Describes what is was like to first enter her first beauty course at El Camino college.

The Cerritos College Campus Police presented their Campus Safety Update for Jan. 2020 at the Regular Board meeting on Jan. 15. During the presentation, Chief Tom Gallivan discussed the features of the new RAVE Guardian app which is expected to come to campus later in the semester. The app will include features such as emergency call buttons and monitored safe walks. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

[Photo] New campus safety app to hit Cerritos College

Sean Davis, News editor • January 22, 2020

The Cerritos College Campus Police presented their Campus Safety Update for Jan. 2020 at the Regular Board meeting on Jan. 15. During the presentation, Chief Tom Gallivan discussed the features of the...

The motion to enter a Third Amendment with Follet Higher Education Group was carried on Jan. 15, 2020. This is in efforts to lower textbook costs for students on campus. Photo credit: Kianna Znika

Board of Trustees carry motion to continue lowering textbook costs for low-income students

Kianna Znika, Editor in Chief • January 22, 2020

A motion to continue lowering the costs of textbooks for low-income students on campus was approved by the Board of Trustees on Jan. 15 and will be effective starting Feb. 1 of this year. The agreement...

Dec. 11, 2019 – Page 4

Kianna Znika, News Editor • December 12, 2019

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Kianna Znika, News Editor • December 12, 2019

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Kianna Znika, News Editor • December 12, 2019

LONG BEACH, CA JAN. 26, 2011 Students at Cal State students walk to and from class with a view of the Long Beach Pyramid in the background.The annual national survey of college freshmen finds students feeling more stress in both their academic expectations and their financial situations. But the "American Freshman" study, conducted by UCLA's Higher Education Research Institute, also found that new college students are generally optimistic about their college experiences and hope to get a lot out of them

Off the Field: The significance behind professional gaming

Kianna Znika, News Editor • December 11, 2019

Through power supplies, RGB keyboards and motivation, CSULB e-sports members show how they are taking the idea of sports off the field and onto the screen. Matthew Akuino, co-coach and co-manager of...

Nov. 6, 2019 – Page 3

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Kianna Znika, News Editor • October 23, 2019

Due to a $2.3 million gift left by Cerritos College alumnus John B. Smith, Jr., the program will now offer scholarships to students later in the year. The grant was announced on a Cerritos College press release on Oct. 14, 2019.

Woodworking students ‘blown away’ by $2.3M gift left by alumnus

Kianna Znika, News Editor • October 23, 2019

The Woodworking department recently received a $2.3 million grant from late Cerritos College alumnus John B. Smith Jr. that will provide scholarships for enrolled students and encourage students to join...

Oct. 9, 2019 – Page 3

Kianna Znika, News Editor • October 9, 2019

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Kianna Znika, News Editor • October 9, 2019

Sept. 25, 2019 – Page 3

Kianna Znika, News Editor • September 25, 2019

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Kianna Znika, News Editor • September 25, 2019

The Associated Students of Cerritos College are looking for more students to apply to be senators. Meetings are held every Wednesday in room BK 111/112.

ASCC Senate Seeks Student Senators to Meet Quorum

Kianna Znika, News Editor • September 25, 2019

Due to low senator count for Fall 2019, the Associated Students of Cerritos College is in need of more students to serve on senate in order to fill 26 seats and meet mandatory attendance requirements to...

Sept. 11, 2019 – Page 3

Jasmine Martinez and Kianna Znika • September 11, 2019

Sept. 11, 2019 – Page 2

Jasmine Martinez and Kianna Znika • September 11, 2019

Unheard LA is a series of events that tell stories of the people within the community. All members of the audience were encouraged to share their stories before the show on Sept. 7, 2019.

No Voice Left Unheard at Unheard LA

Kianna Znika, News Editor • September 11, 2019
"Real people, amplified."
The Vargas Family continues to seek answers to their questions regarding alleged police brutality and their relative, Anthony Vargas, who was shot in the back 13 times last year by East LA sheriffs. The family stated that Sheriff Alex Villanueva did not answer any of their questions at the town hall meeting held in Norwalk on Sept. 5, 2019.

East LA Family Left ‘Disgusted’ with LASD

Kianna Znika, News Editor • September 11, 2019

The Vargas Family of East LA continue to seek answers about their son, Anthony Vargas, who was said to have been shot in the back 13 times by East LA Sheriffs and died last year. Since the passing of...

New faculty inquiry group launched by CTX

Kianna Znika, News Editor • September 11, 2019

The new Sexual Violence Prevention Curriculum Infusion Project is meant to give five faculty members the opportunity to incorporate sexual violence prevention into their courses, and earn 10 hours of flex...

A man capable of abuse has no place in the police force

Kianna Znika • August 28, 2019

Here’s something to be said about cops:If the men in blue want to be seen and respected as the community’s protectors, they should first refrain from giving out badges, guns, and power to those...

The campus offers a variety of services and programs to encourage student success. Cerritos College welcomes all incoming students. Photo credit: Edgar Mendoza

Welcome to the Falcon community!

Kianna Znika and Edgar Mendoza • August 28, 2019
Your handy guide to all things Cerritos College.
If you look to your right!

If you look to your right!

Quinae Austin, Kianna Znika, and Bianca Hull • May 28, 2019

Los Angeles is one of the most diverse, iconic cities in the world, making it no surprise that it’s one of the most visited cities in the United States. The city is rich in culture, entertainment and...

Playing The Game: No means no

Bianca Hull and Kianna Znika • May 24, 2019

Everyone has experienced having a crush on someone they knew they couldn’t have. It’s human nature, whether that be because of age, they’re in a relationship or they just weren’t...

Playing The Game: Situationships

Bianca Hull and Kianna Znika • May 24, 2019
Relationship or Situationship?
WideShot: Spiderman and Sonic

WideShot: Spiderman and Sonic

Derrick Coleman, Kianna Znika, and Michael Reza • May 22, 2019

Welcome back film freaks. This is the wide shot podcast. My name is Michael Reza and I'm herewith KZ Kianna Znika 0:07 Kiana sneaker DC Derrick...

WideShot: Final Cut

WideShot: Final Cut

Derrick Coleman, Kianna Znika, Michael Reza, and Edgar Mendoza • May 22, 2019

Edgar 0:00 Hi guys, welcome back to the wide shot podcast. We're here with our final podcast before a brief couple month hiatus, I'm here with... Kianna Znika 0:07 Kiana Znika Michael...

Playing the Game: Sex is a two-way street

Kianna Znika and Bianca Hull • May 19, 2019
Take care of your partners.

Playing the Game: Friend or hoe?

Kianna Znika and Bianca Hull • May 13, 2019
"Nice" guys can't finish last if they weren't in the race to begin with.

Playing the Game: Zodiac Signs

Kianna Znika and Bianca Hull • May 13, 2019

People's zodiac sign is not an excuse for how they treat people. Let me say this one for more time to make sure everyone fully grasps this: Their zodiac sign is not an excuse for how they treat people. Far...

Vampire Weekend’s anticlimactic return

Kianna Znika • May 10, 2019

It takes a heavy, indie-loving heart to admit that, although Vampire Weekend’s "Father of the Bride" has a variety of decent songs, the album overall is not that interesting. FOTB was released on...

Wide Shot: Cinema Con

Michael Reza, Kianna Znika, and Derrick Coleman • May 6, 2019

Michael Reza 0:01 Alright, what's up cinema fans. It's Mike Reza here with the Wide Shot podcast. I'm here today with   Kianna Znika 0:09 Kiana Znika   Derrick Coleman...

WideShot: Critiquing Movies

Michael Reza, Kianna Znika, and Derrick Coleman • April 24, 2019

WideShot: Steven Spielberg & Netflix

Michael Reza, Edgar Mendoza, Derrick Coleman, and Kianna Znika • April 24, 2019

Playing the Game: Move on or hold on?

Kianna Znika and Bianca Hull • April 24, 2019

Sometimes playing the game leads to a relationship that's not so "happily-ever-after.” Now that things are over, a new challenge arises: When is the right time to move on? The answer: when the person...

Playing The Game: Respect your ex

Bianca Hull and Kianna Znika • April 20, 2019

“Treat others the way you’d want to be treated” is a valuable lesson we learned in elementary school, but for some reason, that very same lesson is completely thrown out the window when it comes...

The Clothesline Project was displayed behind the resource booths at Take Back the Night. This idea consisted of shirts given by sexual assault survivors, with their stories written across them.

Students ‘end the silence’ on sexual violence

Kianna Znika • April 19, 2019

As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Week, Take Back the Night 2019 was a day-long event on April 10 dedicated to providing resources and taking action against sexual violence.“This year’s ‘Take...

The album’s third song, “626 Bedford Avenue," is already one of the band’s most popular songs out of their entire discography on Spotify.

The Drums’ Pierce takes honest, solo approach in ‘Brutalism’

Kianna Znika, Staff Writer • April 11, 2019

With the release of “Brutalism," The Drums’ solo member Jonny Pierce successfully delivered what any indie-pop fan desires: a satisfying album filled with raw, honest lyrics accompanied by an upbeat...

Using cotton and wool, Dawn Ertl demonstrated the mutations and trauma that affect us and carry into later generations.

[Photo] Dawn Ertl’s woven wake-up call

Kianna Znika, Staff Writer • April 11, 2019

Using cotton and wool, Dawn Ertl demonstrated the mutations and trauma that affect us and carry into later generations.

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