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Lina Fasihi

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer

This is my second year at ECC, and I am working on getting my Associate in Science. Afterwards, I plan on majoring in biochemistry, and I’m interested in pursuing astrobiology or wildlife biology. I joined the Observer because I love photography and taking photos of just about everything, and I hope to gain more experience with photography. Some other things that I’m interested in are writing, gardening, and running.

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Comfort dogs were at the Stress Free Zone on May 11.

Spring Semester Closes With the Stress Free Zone

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
May 13, 2022
ECC students celebrate with games as part of Asian Pacific Month on May 4.

Asian Pacific Month concludes with outdoor celebration

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
May 13, 2022
Student Leader Alexia Smith at the Climate Refugee walk, holding a sign that says "We walk 4 climate refugees."

Climate Refugee Walk: HIA Strives to Spread Climate Awareness

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
May 13, 2022
The climate protest was held as a walk around campus on May 10.

Members of HIA at the Climate Refugee Walk.

Em Myers holding a sign that says "Save the people, save the planet" at the Climate Refugee Walk.

Kelly Stoffle, the HIA officer for PTK, at the Climate Refugee Walk holding a sign that says "One world, one family."

The climate protest was held as a walk around campus on May 10.

Dapper Brews Coffee was served at the Stress Free Zone on May 11.

Comfort dogs were at the Stress Free Zone on May 11.

The Stress Free Zone took place in the Jobe Lounge to help students relieve stress on May 11. Watercolors and free coffee was provided.

Nat Leon, an Observer staff member, painting with watercolors at the Stress Free Zone.

An attendee of Asian Pacific Month was given an Henna tattoo.

Turon, a traditional Filipino snack which consists of fried banana wrapped in a spring roll wrapper, was served at Asian Pacific Month celebration on May 4.

Refreshments served at Asian Pacific Month celebration on May 4.

Several games were played at Asian Pacific Month celebration on May 4.

A student draws with chalk art at Asian Pacific Month celebration on May 4.

Guests dining at the Spartan Terrace.

Restaurant review: Spartan Terrace Restaurant

Lina Fasihi and Gwen Sihanath
April 24, 2022
A writing test at Drunk Busters on April. 20.

Drunk Busters: coffee with a cop

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
April 24, 2022
Ian Alexander of Fusion Academy of Martial Arts teaches self defense techniques with Hector Salazar on April 19.

Asian Pacific Month: martial arts showcase

Dominic Di Palermo and Lina Fasihi
April 24, 2022
For dessert, a flourless chocolate cake with fresh strawberries and a pistachio macaron.

Ian Alexander of Fusion Academy of Martial Arts teaches self defense techniques with Hector Salazar on April 19.

Ian Alexander of Fusion Academy of Martial Arts teaches self defense techniques with Hector Salazar on April 19.

On the side of a Go Kart, "don't drink & drive."

Dapper Brews at Drunk Busters on April. 20.

A student drives a Go Kart while wearing drunk buster goggles on April. 20.

Donuts served at Drunk Busters on April. 20.

Vegetarian pasta with tomato capers, mushrooms, asparagus, and basil coulee.

Our table at the Spartan Terrace.

Lina's Apple Pomegranate Tea - fruit flavored tea with a blend of cloves, cinnamon, and orange peel.

Vegetarian pasta with tomato capers, mushrooms, asparagus, and basil coulee.

Vegan roasted buffalo cauliflower with ranch dipping, served with fresh carrots and celery.

Gwen's Raspberry Mojito - lemon-lime soda, raspberry syrup, and mint.

The Spartan Terrace has a charming atmosphere.

Ely Thompson at Honors in Action's Eco-Action presentation

Students at Honors in Action's Eco-Action presentation.

A video about climate change shown at Eco-Action.

Kelly Stoffle, the Honors in Action chair for PTK.

[Photo] Honors In Action turning to Eco-Action

April 24, 2022
Kiersten Popovich's crystal & rock jewelry at the Craft Vendor Fair on Apr. 15.

OLAS Founders Week: craft vendor fair

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
April 10, 2022
SWANS cross stitch keychains at the Craft Vendor Fair on Apr. 5.

Crochet plushies by Kristine Lagasca at the Craft Vendor Fair on Apr. 15.

SCF jewelry at the Craft Vendor Fair on Apr. 5.

OLAS Founders Week's Craft Vendor Fair on Apr. 5.

The short film "Missed Connections" dir. Michelle Sam is shown at the SWANS Town Hall meeting.

Dr. Sam speaks at the SWANS Town Hall meeting.

The SWANS Town Hall meeting, held on Mar. 30.

[Photo] SWANS town hall provides information on the LGBTQIA+ community

April 10, 2022
artwork on the west wall

[Photo] Javier Jimenez presents “Different Sh*t Different Day”

Carlos Enrique Contreras and Gwen Sihanath
April 10, 2022
close-up of "who put the 1200s on a broke leg table" 26x40

close-up of "see what I mean" 26x40"

on the left: "see what I mean" 26x40 on the right: "move quiet at night" 26x40

artwork on the east & south walls

on the left: "sun showers" 26x40 on the right: "always play on the corner loud" 26x40

close-up of "sun showers" 26x40

artwork on the north wall

close-up of artwork on the west wall

close-up of artwork on the west-wall

Different Sh*t Different Day buttons

Dr. Kellen Bolt teaches his class with a mask on.

[Photo] ECC’s staff is excited about the mask mandate removal

Joey LeMaster, Reporter
April 10, 2022
Sierra from Siefit Studios coached the event "Kick It With Siefit Studios" for Women's History Month on Mar. 16.

ECC celebrates Women’s History Month

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
March 26, 2022
On the other side of the kitchen is student Michael Boie working on Chicken Piccata: white wine, lemon, capers, and sundried tomato sauce served over angel hair pasta.

ECC’s culinary students are cooking up a career

Lina Fasihi and Carlos Enrique Contreras
March 24, 2022
Boxing at "Kick It With Siefit Studios."

Boxing at "Kick It With Siefit Studios"

People spring into fitness at "Kick It With Siefit Studios."

Healthy refreshments served at "Kick It With Siefit Studios."

Many different varieties of tea were served at "Creativi Tea."

Students look through craft items to create self-care journals at "Creativi Tea."

Students look through craft items to create self-care journals at "Creativi Tea."

Tea and craft supplies at "Creativi Tea."

This event for Women's History Month featured creating self-care journals and drinking cups of tea on Mar. 9.

The people behind the dishes served in the restaurant. From left to right: Michael Boie, Toan Ho, Alex Selig, and Chef Patrick Stuart.

Caprese Flatbread by Michael Boie - house made tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, fontina, fresh basil, with a balsamic honey glaze - is served to guests in the restaurant.

Guests are served appetizers such as bread rolls while they wait for their orders.

Service management tries the Moroccan Lamb and Apricot Tagine before approving it for the restaurant.

The Moroccan Lamb and Apricot Tagine is plated to be sent out to Service

Chef Patrick Stuart pours chicken broth into rice in preparation for Moroccan Lamb and Apricot Tagine: traditional Moroccan seasonings served with basmati rice.

Students Alex Selig and Alex Boshan from the culinary and service sides of CUL 208 converse.

Cutting kale for the Kale Caesar Salad served in a parmesan bowl is Student Toan Ho.

Student Alex Selig is working on the Mini Arancini dish: deep fried Italian rice balls stuffed with fresh mozzarella.

Taped off furniture tucked away in the Building C hallway.

An updated campus look: ECC returns to original seating

Lina Fasihi, Staff Photographer
February 27, 2022
Students gathering and occupying what use to be a sparse lounging area in Building B.

Students fill the once empty Jobe Lounge.

Arm chairs and soft seating make their appearance again in the Jobe Lounge since the pre-pandemic.

ECC delayed the start of the Spring 2022 semester to Jan. 24 due to the rising rates of the Omicron COVID variant.

[Photo] Students, staff weigh in on late start to spring semester

Desiree Oliveros, Staff Writer
February 27, 2022
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