Kiara Jerez

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Worked on 64 assignments, created 42, named on 13 bylines for The Chaffey Breeze.

By (Kiara as editor-in-chief) + 2 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 3 min read

#thisisnotconsent

A recent trial further enhanced the fear of rape victims around the world. In 2001, Lindsay Armstrong was 16-years-old when she was raped near her home in New Cumnock, Ireland. The case went to trial in June of 2001. In court, the young girl was asked to reveal the thong she was wearing which resulted in embarrassment and silence. The...

By (Kiara as editor-in-chief) + 2 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 2 min read

Measure P Celebration

Students, faculty and administrators of Chaffey College recently gathered to celebrate the passing of Measure P, a bond that would provide up to $700 million in locally controlled funding to improve infrastructure and upgrade student resources. On Nov. 13, members of the Chaffey College's community were invited to AD 151 at the Rancho Campus as a way to thank those...

By (Kiara as editor-in-chief) + 2 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 3 min read

Fall Transfer Fair

(Chaffey volunteers serving lunch to transfer fair attendees.) By: Paris BarrazaOn Thursday, September 27th the Transfer Center hosted it’s fall transfer fair on the Rancho Cucamonga campus. Prior to the event, students could register to attend one of four workshops. This included a UC Santa Barbara General Admissions Workshop, UC Transfer Options Workshop hosted by University of California Riverside, a...

By (Kiara as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 7 min read

What is an Armenian?

What is an Armenian? Learning the history of the Armenians means learning the history of the world, as it connects one way or another to all humans’ history. Whether one believes in evolution or not, one must understand how civilizations found their beginnings as nations. The question of race classification comes into play when discussing this group of seemingly White...

By (Kiara as desk editor) + 3 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 7 min read

Midterm Election

In past elections, many individuals believed their vote did not matter. How would one voice outweigh the screams of others? When so many individuals start believing their voice does not matter, their silence becomes deafening. Leading up to the midterm election on Nov. 6, crowds of people were pushing others to vote. Days prior to, and on the day of...

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The Story of Sabrina.

On Oct. 16, #MeToo began trending on Twitter, which showcased victims' stories of sexual assault. According to RAINN, there are 7 million cases of statutory rape each year in the US. . Statutory rape is sexual intercourse with someone below the age of consent. The crime has a fine of $100,000 including eight years of jail time. This is the...

By (Kiara as desk editor) + 3 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 4 min read

Pittsburgh Shooting

On Oct. 27 2018, a gunman opened fire at a Pittsburgh synagogue where Shabbat service were taking place, killing at least 11 people and injuring six, including four police officers. At around 9:45 a.m., the Pittsburgh Police Department received calls about an active shooter inside of the Tree of Life Congressional in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood. It is considered to...

By (Kiara as desk editor) + 2 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 4 min read

Be an Informed Voter

During the Fontana Mayoral Town Hall organized by the Breeze, residents questioned the mayoral candidates about the issue of racial disparity in the Fontana Police Department. One attendee stated the Fontana Police Department allegedly fired people of color or creating situations to make them leave the force, and asked what could be done to change this. Lorena Corona was the...

By (Kiara as desk editor) + 2 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 2 min read

How Prop. 2 Can Impact You

A recent study completed by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, revealed that California shares 22% of the homeless population, the largest percentage of homeless people in the United States. As of 2017, almost one third of that population suffers from mental illness. Proposition 63, also known as the Mental Health Services Act, was passed in 2004...

By (Kiara as desk editor) + 2 others for The Chaffey Breeze - 2 min read

Prop 6.

Proposition 6 would mandate that voter approval be required for the California State Constitution to approve new or increased taxes regarding gasoline, vehicle license fees and transportation improvement fees. Prop. 6 would also repeal any fuel and vehicle taxes, as well as transportation improvement fees passed after Jan 1, 2017. This would mainly affect Senate Bill 1, The Road Repair...