Nikolas Samuels

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Worked on 88 assignments, created 51, named on 25 bylines for Moorpark Reporter.

By (Nikolas as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 6 min read

Top five bars in Ventura County

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Moorpark students, it’s time to wet your whistles and get a little saucy as we explore five bars in Ventura County that you should know about and keep in mind for your next bar hopping adventure. Each establishment on this list maintains the traditional aspects of a bar that you would expect while also offering something unique that makes them...

By (Nikolas as desk editor) + 3 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

U.C. and Cal State application deadlines are approaching

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In a matter of weeks, Cal State and U. C. schools will begin accepting applications and it is a good idea to prepare yourself ahead of time, according to campus counselors. Gema Ortiz, 19-year-old business major, is excited to welcome the next two months because it'll help her get a better understanding of what to expect next year. "I know...

By (Nikolas as desk editor) + 3 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

Improve your transfer application now

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As the transfer application deadline for various universities approaches, Moorpark College is giving students an opportunity to improve their applications during the upcoming transfer workshops. Co-Director of the Writing Center, Beth Gillis Smith, says students will get assistance from tutors who have already completed the process and will receive the necessary preparation for the transfer essay process.“Sometimes the pressure can...

By (Nikolas as photographer) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

Students can get guaranteed admission to various UC's

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The Transfer Admission Guarantee application is open, and this is the time to apply for transfer. During the month of September, eligible students can apply for guarantee admission into their choice of various UC's including Davis, Irvine, Merced, Riverside, Santa Barbara or Santa Cruz. "Even if students aren't thinking they want to go to a UC, if they’re eligible, they...

By (Nikolas as desk editor) + 3 others for Moorpark Reporter - 7 min read

Clubs bring a sense of community and camaraderie to campus

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Day two of September's Club Rush has ended and it provided students an opportunity to check out the various clubs on campus that set up booths along Raider Walk. If you missed the event this time around, there will be another opportunity in October. Meanwhile, here are some of the clubs that were featured: America's Teaching Zoo of Associated StudentAmerica’s...

By (Nikolas as photographer) + 1 other for Moorpark Reporter - 2 min read

Club Rush recruits students on Raider Walk

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Students were given an opportunity to make new friends and experience a sense of community on campus during Club Rush on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Mickenzie Cornwall, an 18-year-old film major, introduced herself to several different clubs before she decided to join the Fitness, Business and Film Clubs."Me and my friends really want to join clubs together since we don't have...

By (Nikolas as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

Comedians are coming to the Civics Arts Plaza

Put on a smile and grab some friends because it is time to enjoy a couple nights of laughter at the upcoming comedy shows at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. Brian Regan and Ron White will be performing at the Fred Kavli Theater over the course of this month. Armando Chavarria, a 21-year-old business major, revels at the chance...

By (Nikolas as copy editor) + 3 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

Radio station brings music and campus news to Moorpark College

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A new radio station called KMCJ-Mooprark College is now broadcasting live 24/7 making it easy for students to listen to music and get news regarding the campus. The Film Television and Media department (FTVM) has a new course that gives students the chance to broadcast live. Students in the class are given an hour a week to have their show....

By (Nikolas as desk editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

Five simple recipes to start your morning

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It is the Year of Wellness here at Moorpark College, however it is a common occurrence for students to eat unhealthy in the mornings, or not eat at all. Many students, such as 20-year-old business major Michelle Landgraf, underestimate the disadvantage of not eating a nutritious breakfast before tackling their hectic schedule. This is usually due to inconvenience, being unmotivated...

By (Nikolas as copy editor) + 2 others for Moorpark Reporter - 3 min read

Spotify: The ideal streaming device

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Spotify has been my favorite streaming device for the last few years. It is user-friendly, there is a college student discount subscription, and there is dozens of ways to discover new artists. The options are limitless when it comes to listening to music, but Spotify has always suited my needs. Out of all the ways to listen to music, statistics...