A Student Publication of Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, CA

SACMedia
A Student Publication of Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, CA

SACMedia
A Student Publication of Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, CA

SACMedia
Joshua D Sanchez

Joshua D Sanchez

Joshua Sanchez is the former Editor in Chief and News Editor of SAC.Media. He was previously the managing editor of LAHS’ student newspaper, The Conqueror. A portfolio of his reporting work can be found at jdjoshsan.wordpress.com.

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Ike Udengwu III (0) tore up the Allan Hancock Bulldogs while leading the team in passing and rushing with four touchdowns at home on Oct. 1.

Football enters bye undefeated, third in state

Joshua Sanchez
October 4, 2022
Forward Andrew Vazquez (14) presses past defenders off an assist from forward Hunter Devlin (5) on Sept. 27 against the Oxnard Condors at home.

Men’s soccer shuts out undefeated Oxnard

Joshua Sanchez
September 29, 2022
Forward Andrew Vazquez (14) presses past defenders off an assist from forward Hunter Devlin (5) on Sept. 27 against the Oxnard Condors at home.

Photo credit: Joshua Sanchez/SAC.Media

Mounties Unlimited – Daniel Abdala

Joshua Sanchez and Diego Renteria
July 28, 2022
Henry Diltz presents a photographic slideshow at the Founder's Hall on June 1

[Photo] Looking Through The Lens of a Prolific Rock Photographer

Bryan Jimenez, News Editor
July 4, 2022
BriAnna Goris fields the ball hard to home during warmups for the first game of the Super Regionals against the Bakersfield Renegades on May 13.

[Photo] Bringing It Back Home

Annemarie Gutierrez
June 9, 2022
Kimberly Pena finished the 10K in second with a time of 37:35:10 at the CCCAA State Championships at Hilmer Lodge Stadium on May 20.

Mt. SAC Fields Another Title

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
June 2, 2022
The college has decided to move away from Joe Mountie and move towards the neutral M.

Mascot Voted Down, “Mounties” Still Controversial

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
June 1, 2022
Bill Elliott continued his arguments against critical race theory, Brian Tabatabai and judicial candidate Thomas Allison on May 17 after making a speech at the prior council meeting that hinted at the "great replacement" theory. File photo.

City Calls Out Resident’s Racial Remarks

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
May 23, 2022
Second team All-SCC selection Trent Merrill pitches to the Cypress Chargers during playoffs on May 7.

Baseball Clinches Third Title, Exits Playoffs Early

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
May 20, 2022
Faculty gather around Emily Woolery in support of the union before she provided the Faculty Association report to the board on May 11.

Faculty Bring Board Raise Requests

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
May 12, 2022
Francesca P. Ochoa proudly marches with causes for social change. Photo courtesy of Gilda Ochoa.

Local Scholarship For La Puente Activists

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
May 10, 2022
English professor, Frank Gomez, raised his voice outside out Founders Hall with his colleagues and other faculty members on May 8, 2021. Photo credit: Abraham Navarro/ SAC.Media.

Faculty To Demand Raise, Decreased Enrollment Looms

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
May 5, 2022
As a series of photos recounting Ron Kamaka's legacy graced the Hilmer Lodge Stadium screen on April 24, Ron's smile was brightest when he was seen on the track.

The Leap Home

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
April 28, 2022
Screenshot of Sarah Nichols speaking before the Board of Trustees on April 13.

Individuals Voice Concerns Regarding Expiring COVID-19 Mandates

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
April 18, 2022
After burning sage, Native American Inter-Tribal Student Alliance President Abe Gaumot holds The Peoples Staff on April 1 and feels a connection to those that came before him.

[Photo] Club Receives Historic Peoples Staff

Bryan Jimenez, News Editor
April 12, 2022
SACDAWGS SZN 4: An Island Of His Own

SACDAWGS SZN 4: An Island Of His Own

Joshua Sanchez and Diego Renteria
April 5, 2022
Graphic by Natasha Castanedo

Students Await Mt. SAC’s First Baccalaureate Program

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
March 31, 2022
Coach Bob Jastrab, defensive lineman Lovel Mariney (58) and defensive back Aaron Smith (21) join medical staff to rally around their teammate as he deals with injuries from their game against Chaffey on Oct. 30.

[Photo] How Our Athletes Balance It All

Robbie Doctor, Brisa Gutierrez, Annemarie Gutierrez, and Ryan Hernandez
March 29, 2022
The County of Los Angeles Department of Health Services left a notice of closure sign on the window of Mountie Cafe on Sept. 27, 2018.

Student Claims Campus Food Is Trash

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
March 10, 2022
College Provides Further Spring Return Information

College Provides Further Spring Return Information

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2022
Mayor Charlie Klinakis answers a resident's question while former Mayor Pro Tem Violeta Lewis takes notes.

La Puente Replaces Council Member Following Absences, Lawsuit

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
February 23, 2022
Luis Mendoza receives his vaccine at Mt. SAC on April 8 2021. Photo credit: Abraham Navarro/SAC.Media.

Spring Return Requires Vaccinations, Has New Wrinkles

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
February 14, 2022
Senior Facilities Planner Stefyn Mikaela "Mika" Klein, left, brought joy to every room she walked in. She was honored by Mt. SAC in the new Hilmer Lodge Stadium she helped design during a celebration of her life on Jan. 28.

A Legacy Planned With Love

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
February 4, 2022
The referee looks on as Luke Noblett (7) overcomes tight coverage and scores a solid goal against the Chaffey College Panthers on Nov. 4.

Men’s Water Polo Season Ended Early After Great Recovery

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
January 14, 2022
Samantha Martinez (14) gets ready to try and score against Rio Hondo against Nov. 5.

Women’s Water Polo Exacted Revenge Before Playoff Exit

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
January 12, 2022
Squad cars gather at the end of Mt. SAC Way blocking the entrance to campus on Jan. 4.

All Clear Follows Campus Evacuation, Bomb Threat Investigation

Joshua Sanchez and Christie Yeung
January 4, 2022
Image from a slideshow presented to the taskforce on Sept. 24.

Taskforce Members Discuss Starting Over After Presentation

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
January 3, 2022
Hacienda La Puente Unified School District board member Anthony Duarte reads the agenda in a meeting before the pandemic.

Board Member Slammed For Getting Paid On Vacation

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
December 10, 2021
SACDAWGS SZN 4: Worth The Wait

SACDAWGS SZN 4: Worth The Wait

Joshua Sanchez and Diego Renteria
December 9, 2021
Image from a slideshow presented to the taskforce on Sept. 24.

Calls For Transparency Begin In Academic Senate

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
December 3, 2021
Police and Campus Safety responded to the report near Building 26.

College Handles Misreported Shooter Situation

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
December 2, 2021
Quarterback Ike Udengwu III (3) breaks through Chaffey's defenders with a quarterback keeper to gain yardage on Oct. 30.

Football Crushes Chaffey, Overcomes Numerous Penalties

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
November 5, 2021
Grace Rowland (2), left, and Aidan Murphy (2), right, both establish passes midgame.

Water Polo Heads Into Playoffs Third In South Coast Conference

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
November 2, 2021
Vice President of Instruction Kelly Fowler gave a report to the Board of Trustees about declining enrollment for their study session on Oct. 16.

[Photo] Mt. SAC Enrollment Trends Down

Gabby Flores, News Editor
October 28, 2021
Diego Lopez (9), left, sets up for a defensive stop against the Falcons while Jahanna Palmer (1A), right, deflects a Falcons goal.

Cerritos Hands Mounties First Poolside Conference Loss

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
October 25, 2021
Julia Luceo (14) breaks through the Huskies' midfielders Sara Rodriguez (3) and Kimberly Romero (7) to set up another goal for Mt. SAC on Oct. 19.

Mounties Soccer Continues Streak With Win Over Huskies

Joshua Sanchez, Editor In Chief
October 23, 2021
Mt. SAC Football run onto field for a game.

Football Comeback Falls Just Short

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 21, 2021
CSEA 262 Second Vice President Brandon Gillett tells the board on Oct. 13 how sitting at the negotiating table has given him the opportunity to hear the experiences of fellow unit members.

Classified Negotiations Struggles Continue

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 21, 2021
Mounties' Luke Noblett (7) takes aim to score one of his five goals against Gary Bellingham (1) of the Warriors on Oct. 15.

Water Polo Dominates Warriors, Keep Conference Records Spotless

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 19, 2021
Diego Lopez (9) sets up a pass to put the Mounties in scoring position.

[Photo] Mounties Defeat the Fighting Owls

Matthew Avila
October 15, 2021
Adult Basic Education Professor Donna Necke spoke passionately at the Mt. SAC Board of Trustees meeting on Oct. 13 about how her students could not just go online with their home life and technological struggles.

[Photo] Student Vaccination Requirement Starts Winter 2022, Remains Controversial

Gabby Flores, News Editor
October 16, 2021
Photo Credit: Abraham Navarro/SAC Media

Faculty Advocate For Uncleared Students

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 12, 2021
The following all gender restrooms are from Building 9G room 1240, Building 77 room 1010, and Founder's Hall.

All Gender Restrooms Are All Back

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 10, 2021
Image from a slideshow presented to the taskforce on Sept. 24.

Decades Long Discussions Continue On Joe Mountie

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
October 3, 2021
Graphic by Christie Yeung/SAC.Media

Faculty’s Next Steps With Uncleared Students

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
September 30, 2021
Smoke billows from the west side of the Quemetco facility in the evening hours on Dec. 26, 2018.

Board Prioritizes Principles Over Money, Rejects $25,000 Donation

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-in-Chief
September 12, 2021
CSEA 262 President Robert Stubbe gives a longer report than usual on Sept. 8 as he explains how the district has been unwilling to grant their unit members certain things.

Classified Requests Equity After Rejections

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-in-Chief
September 11, 2021
Kanye's mother, Donda West, is featured alongside initial conceptual album art for Donda.

[Photo] Kanye West Grapples Personal Stardom On Latest Album

Natasha Castanedo
September 3, 2021
An office in the SAC.Media newsroom is opened, after breaking the "deep clean" seal on Sept. 2.

More Cases Follow As Protocols Lag Behind

Joshua Sanchez, Editor-In-Chief
September 3, 2021
Staff Lot D-2 remains under construction by Tilden-Coil as of Aug. 18.

[Photo] Why Faculty Parking Changes Affect You

Gabby Flores, News Editor
August 27, 2021
Board President Jay Chen discusses how important this resolution is to the safety of the campus on Aug. 13.

College Approves Vaccination, Weekly Testing Options For Fall

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
August 16, 2021
President William Scroggins engages in a dialogue with Vice President of Administrative Services Morris Rodrigue regarding campus safety protocols at the Mt. SAC Board of Trustees meeting on Aug. 12.

College Verbally Commits To Safety First For Counseling

Joshua Sanchez, Editor in Chief
August 13, 2021
Sarah Beth McHargue Love protests at the Change West Covina press conference outside of the West Covina City Hall on March 16, 2021. Photo credit: Abraham Navarro/SAC.Media.

City’s “Unnecessary Duplication Of Services” Requires New State Process

Joshua Sanchez, Community Reporter
April 6, 2021
Graphic by Abraham Navarro/SAC.Media.

City Faces Major Health Department Funding Hurdle

Joshua Sanchez, Community Reporter
April 2, 2021
Screengrab from public video.

Ontario Explosion Leaves Two Dead

Cesar Gonzalez, Joshua Sanchez, and Abraham Navarro
March 18, 2021
Los Angeles County Health Officer Muntu Davis fields community questions on March 11 at a digital town hall meeting for West Covina residents.

Questions Still Unanswered as County Vows to Uphold Services

Joshua Sanchez, Community Reporter
March 15, 2021

Protestors Unsuccessful, Hahn’s Housing Motion Approved Unanimously

Joshua Sanchez
November 13, 2020
Photo courtesy of Joshua Sanchez.

Salazar, Serrano Poised To Win School Board Seats

Joshua Sanchez
November 13, 2020
Taken from a public video posted by the West Covina City Council on July 7, 2020.

West Covina Residents Allege Censorship

Joshua Sanchez
August 20, 2020
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