Long Beach-based, professional artist Jennifer Celio displays her art at Moorpark College’s Administration Building (A) next to the President’s office. "I knew when I was a child that I wanted to become a famous artist," said Celio. Both of Celio's parents are artists, and being surrounded by their creativity was a factor in her in becoming an artist. "My work...
By Shaina Stitch (Daniela as copy editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 2 min read
Over 10 tons of snow was delivered to America's Teaching Zoo over the weekend for their fourth annual fundraiser, 'Arctic Lights.'"All of the proceeds will go towards the medical care, and the feeding of the animals here at America's Teaching Zoo," said Exotic Animal Training and Management faculty member Kris Romero. EATM hosted the event to raise money for the...
By Samantha Wulff (Daniela as desk editor) + 1 other for Moorpark Reporter - 2 min read
"Scorched:" A novel setting ablaze
Students seeking a thrilling and thought provoking book to read over the semester break can look no farther than the recently published novel “Scorched,” the tale of a young boy living underground after a solar flare destroyed the earth’s atmosphere. Author Michael Soll creates a beautifully written satirical piece that comments on the construction of society as well as the...
By Elizabeth Bradford (Daniela as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 2 min read
Fall Forensics showcased talent
Moorpark College students presented the Fall Forensics Showcase on Dec. 2 in the Performing Arts Center. The hour-long show had selected students from the Speech and Debate team perform persuasive, informative, and two impromptu or limited preparation speeches. The house was packed as the night began. The first speech of the night was a creative informative speech about the pros...
By Samantha Wulff (Daniela as desk editor) + 1 other for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read
After months of preparation, the curtains opened for the first time on five original student written and directed productions at the Student One Acts on Dec. 3 at Moorpark College. Students and families gathered in the Performing Arts Building for the opening night in anticipation for the five original plays, “Chugger,” “Confessions,” “Monster,” “Wolf Prinz,” and “Climax Club Battle Go!”...
By Matt Levine (Daniela as copy editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 4 min read
USC vs UCLA: Battle of Los Angeles for collegiate athletic supremacy
Los Angeles has been blessed to be the home of many successful sports teams or programs but unlike the professional sport teams, the two main collegiate programs are able to capture the heart of Los Angeles fans like no other. University of Southern California was founded in 1880 and University of California, Los Angeles. In 1919, making them two of...
By Samantha Wulff (Daniela as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 2 min read
Laugh yourself to death with Moorpark's improv "The Laughing Dead"
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is laughing loud for all to hear, and students are welcomed to join the merriment on Dec. 9 with the improvisation team at their upcoming event “The Laughing Dead” at Club M. The Moorpark College improv group begins its final preparation in partnership with the music and the film/television department, transforming the TV...
By Audrey Arellano (Daniela as desk editor) + 1 other for Moorpark Reporter - 2 min read
Following the "All About Jazz" show on Dec 13, the Moorpark College Wind Ensemble will take the stage for their "Music for a Sunday Afternoon" performance at 2 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center on Dec 14. The talented student musicians will perform music ranging from modern masterpieces to classics, perfect for the Sunday afternoon. Moorpark College dance faculty and...
By Samantha Wulff (Daniela as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read
As the holiday season arrives and streets become more crowded and hectic, Moorpark College students need to be cautious of pedestrians and other drivers on the road. On Halloween night, three 13-year-old girls were run over and killed by a hit-and-run driver at a busy intersection in Santa Ana. Just 30 minutes after this incident, another hit-and-run occurred in Irvine...
By Elizabeth Bradford (Daniela as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read
Dancers show a range of emotion during 'Speaking Movement'
Moorpark College dance faculty and dancers came together on Nov. 21 for an evening full of theatrical and storytelling performances.“Speaking Movement” was a two hour event that takes place every fall semester in the Performing Arts Center. Students, faculty, and the occasional special guest all take turns choreographing the dances. The show was divided into two acts with a 15-minute...
