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Martin Bilbao, Editor-in-Chief

I am a political science and journalism major with a passion for writing and the pursuit of knowledge. As an immigrant and duel citizen of Ecuador and the United States, I have always been fascinated by civil rights, civil liberties, comparative politics, and international relations.

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Several hundred guests surround over 400 graduates attending the Moorpark College commencement ceremony on May 18. Just over 34 percent of the class of 2018 graduated with honors, according to college president Luis Sanchez.

Over 400 graduates attend commencement on May 18

By Martin Bilbao
May 20, 2018
Vice president of the Business Students Association Adil Khan, left, and president Alec Aivazian expect hundreds of students to attend the Business Expo on May 1. The Expo was planned entirely by the club and will feature two successful business leaders as guest speakers. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

Business Expo hosts successful business leaders on May 1

By Martin Bilbao
April 25, 2018

[Video] Campus celebrates Multicultural Day on April 10

By Martin Bilbao
April 10, 2018

Weekly Update March 2, 2018

By Kevin Bell and Martin Bilbao
March 3, 2018

[Video] Weekly Update Feb. 23, 2018

By Kevin Bell and Martin Bilbao
February 23, 2018
Students line up at the Grab and Go food pantry entrance. Its visited by students in time intensive programs such as America’s Teaching Zoo, the nursing program and athletics program, according to professor Ruth Bennington. Students in such programs or that take excess units are often incapable of holding down an off campus job. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

More free food will be available to students this semester

By Martin Bilbao
February 11, 2018
Professor Lydia Etman stands outside her office in the Technology building. As an art history instructor, Etman will take her class on an 11-day trip to Japan over the summer. Photo credit: Kendall Sattler

Students can study abroad in Japan over the summer

By Martin Bilbao
February 8, 2018
President Luis Sanchez offers student staff Shandor Batocski a gift certificate to a Wood Ranch restaurant during the employee of the Month celebration on Jan. 19. Batocksi attends Cal State Channel Island as a psychology major but works in the Moorpark College online student support office where he assists student in their online education. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

MC employees recognized for January and February

By Martin Bilbao
January 24, 2018
Students make their way down Raider Walk on Thursday Jan. 11. Though rainy weather clouded the campus during the first two days of class, skies were clear by Thursday. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

Students start classes with easier parking

By Martin Bilbao
January 12, 2018
There are currently four different fires in surrounding area. The Thomas fire in Ventura has burned 96,000 acres and is only 5 percent contained. They nearby Rye fire has been completely contained but has yet to be extinguished. Photo credit: James Schaap

Moorpark College resumes classes as fires continue in the region

By Martin Bilbao
December 7, 2017
Chancellor Greg Gillespie expresses concern about the impact of state legislative initiatives such as Assembly Bill 19, on the district budget. AB19 offers tuition-free community college for first-year students, but is has not been funded yet. Photo credit: Cole Carlson

Chancellor forum highlights concerns over funding for tuition-free college, union negotiations

By Martin Bilbao
December 7, 2017
Smoke from the Rye Fire settles over the Academic Center at Moorpark College. The fire originates from Sylmar, which is approximately 30 miles east of the campus. Photo credit: James Schaap

Campus closes Dec. 6 due to poor air quality from multiple fires in Ventura County and San Fernando Valley

By Eric Caldwell and Martin Bilbao
December 5, 2017
Moorpark College students line up to sign the Wall of Kindness. Dr. Kuldeep Singh spoke on the importance of kindness and the misconceptions of the Sikh religion to over 80 students. Photo credit: Eric Caldwell

Social justice event raises awareness for Sikhism, promotes kindness

By Martin Bilbao
November 14, 2017
Nick Salazar, 18, Business major uses a megaphone to draw people toward his clubs Day of the Dead event. La Raza club offered pan de muerto, or bread of the dead, and champurado, or Mexican hot chocolate. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

New club commemorates Day of the Dead, promotes activism.

By Martin Bilbao
November 7, 2017
Associated Students Vice President Wyatt Kohler, left, and Logan Garretson, 17, Business major, watch as members of Associated Students hand out candy on Raider Walk. Bluesdays will be a regular spirit day every Tuesday, with giveaways occurring sporadically. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

New spirit day to occur every Tuesday

By Martin Bilbao
October 25, 2017
Sergio Lagunas (right), a representative from El Concilio Family Services, speaks about immigrant rights and action steps following the repeal of DACA. Lagunas was brought in by the campus to offer information and advice to DACA students. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

Campus hosts supportive forum for DACA students

By Martin Bilbao
September 20, 2017
Sandra Daughenhaugh, 20, kinesiology major (left) is instructed on keeping healthy blood pressure levels by Rebecca Pancake, 29, nursing student. Students got the opportunity to measure their blood pressure and body fat in Fountain Hall as part of the Health Centers Heart Health Day on Aug. 29 and 30.

Health Center offering cholesterol testing and flu vaccinations in September

By Martin Bilbao, Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2017
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August 23, 2017
The first issue of the Moorpark College Reporter, from 1967, introduces the college. Fifty years later, the college will be hosting its anniversary gala at the Ronald Reagan library.

[Photo] Foundation to host Moorpark College’s 50th anniversary celebration

By Cole Carlson
August 16, 2017
Students navigate Raider Walk at the passing period during on the second day of classes for the fall semester. From traffic issues to funny professors, each student has a unique yet similar experience during their first week.

[Photo] Students share their fall semester feels

By Dallas Vorburger
August 16, 2017

America’s Teaching Zoo plans major expansion

By Martin Bilbao
May 10, 2017
Payton Robinson and his campaign associates stand in the campus center lobby on election day with polling stations in the background. Robinson ran on a promise to increase recreational activities and create a healthy food market.

New board of directors elected for Associated Students

By Martin Bilbao
May 8, 2017
Dr. David El Fattal presents during his allotted time. Fattal emphasized his experience in educational finance and private industry as qualifications of the position of chancellor. Photo credit: John Louie Menorca

Finalists for chancellor position speak at public forum

By Martin Bilbao
March 28, 2017
President Sanchez speaks to students at the Presidents Leadership Forum before the arrival of the guest speakers, Dianne McKay and Scott Harris. McKay serves on the Board of Trustees and co-owns Mustang Marketing with Harris. Moorpark College Feb. 11, 2017 Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

President’s Leadership Conference hosts local business leaders

By Martin Bilbao
February 20, 2017
Police surrounded the campus on Tuesday, Feb. 14. They patrolled the surrounding roads, parking lots, and the walkways on campus. Classes and campus activities continued despite the threat. Photo credit: James Schaap

Low-credible shooting threat spurs an increased police presence

By Martin Bilbao
February 20, 2017
Suzanne Fagan, a full time theater instructor, takes a picture of the participants of the Ghostlight Project on Thursday. The light symbolizes the safe and inclusive nature of the theater department. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

A Safe Place

By Martin Bilbao
January 20, 2017
Eric Litwak, 19, answers questions from Martin Bilbao, a Student Voice reporter. Litwak is concerned about the election of Donald Trump. Photo credit: James Schaap

Students Reflect on 2016

By Martin Bilbao
January 14, 2017
Students Maya Lara and Joshua Vincent work at the computer station in the Student Success Center. In the background, Student Success Supervisor Dr. Jesus Vega and Student Success Coach Joanna Moreno talk. Photo credit: Martin Bilbao

New GPS Program eases transition for incoming students.

By Martin Bilbao
January 10, 2017
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