By Dahyun Lee Suppose you have a day without a smartphone. From checking the class schedule to finding out the arrival time of the bus, all the information that could be found with just a few touches every day is alienated. In this case, most people will feel uncomfortable or anxious about not being able to use their cell phones all day. As such, we rely more on smartphones than we think, from trivial to big. According to a study by the ICT Statistics and Information Research Office of the Information and Communication Policy Institute, the smartphone ownership rate in their 20s is 99.8%. For college students, smartphones are a necessity that has melted deep into their … [Read more...] about Mobile phone syndrome, if you can’t avoid it, prevent it
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Advice: Six tips and tricks for finals week
We are nearing finals week, Yotes! Here are some tips and tricks to help you survive the coming week. Know your finals' schedule Take an extra look at your syllabus and make sure you have the correct dates and times for your finals. Something this simple can help ease the stress and help keep you organized. Study time Set time aside so you can review any test material at your own pace. Create a study schedule and decide on a time and day to take your finals. Study for your first test first and set priorities. Allow yourself some breaks but don’t get too carried away. According to Neurosciencenews.com, “In a study of healthy volunteers, National Institutes of Health researchers … [Read more...] about Advice: Six tips and tricks for finals week
Technology downgrading
By Hairuo Yi |Staff Writer| In the wake of the Samsung phone accident explosion, more and more people are starting to be aware of safety issues with new technology. Several students who are familiar with Samsung phones say that the Samsung Note 7 exploding was not so unexpected. “I wasn’t surprised at all, my phone get’s really hot,” said Samsung user Ashlee Burton. This accident is becoming a serious problem for Samsung, and not just a insignificant mistake of technology. “Everybody can make mistakes, but these are really big ones,” said Computer Science professor, Ernesto Gomez. Computer Science professor, Haiyan Qiao, also thinks the Note 7 accidents are attracting … [Read more...] about Technology downgrading
Met Gala meets the future
By Natalie Padron |Staff Writer| The Met Gala, also known as "The Oscars of Fashion," started as a gala to fundraise for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute in New York City. It is one of the biggest fundraisers in the city with a record of $12 million raised in 2014 and the price of tickets for those uninvited continue to rise to now $35,000 to uphold its exclusivity. The Met Gala has been active since 1964, but the event that it is today did not get started until 1971 with the theme "Fashion Plate," and every year since then there has been a theme for the guests to interpret correlating with that year's exhibit. While guests are invited to the exhibit, they show … [Read more...] about Met Gala meets the future
Are you ready to rumble?
By Shirleena Racine Baggett |Staff Writer| It is not if it happens, but when it happens. Scientists believe that there is a 99 percent probability that a major earthquake will rock California within the next three years, according to nasa.gov. And I believe that many Californians are not prepared at all. There are more than 39 million Californians, according to Census.gov. Family disaster plans were found implemented in only 40 percent of homes in the sunny state, and 20 percent of homes were inspected for earthquake resistance or structurally reinforced, according to nbclosangeles.com Southern California is also the home of the world famous San Andreas Fault that stretches … [Read more...] about Are you ready to rumble?
Advancing with technology
By Destiny Guzman |Staff Writer| Computers, software and technology dominate our society and are vital tools that we should know more about. “Your entire life is digital now,” said cyber security professor Vinny Nestler. Our world is overwhelmed in technological advances, and we as students need to be aware of how knowledgeable we are about it. Google Docs, Prezi and more are basic tools that we as students should know how to use, but do we really need to have knowledge about software applications and technology if our major does not require them? “By using the technology, it only leverages your intellect to a greater extent and allows other people to collaborate and create … [Read more...] about Advancing with technology
Millennials need more motivation
By Serena Gomez |Staff Writer| Millennials: the egotistical generation that lives off technology and are content with it. “[...] Sometimes called Generation Y. Because of their dependence on technology, they are said to be entitled and narcissistic,” stated KPCC's Evie Liu. Most of the other generations will look at millennials as the diverse, narcissistic, ignorant generation. However, their way of living is understandable, as they constantly try to keep up with the latest technology to stay in touch with peers. Millennials want social changes like gay rights, immigration, and equality, but no one is willing to actually do anything because they are content with how easy life … [Read more...] about Millennials need more motivation
You’re not as smart as you think you are
By Jessica Arciniega |Staff Writer| Are you smarter than a 5th grader? Or better yet, are you smarter than a search engine? Searching online may make you think you’re smarter than you actually are, according to Matthew Fisher, a doctoral student in cognitive psychology at Yale University. People can search just about anything online instantaneously, leading them to believe they learned this knowledge themselves, despite relying on a search engine. “We think the information is leaking into our head, but really the information is stored somewhere else entirely,” said Fisher. Fisher explained that online searchers believe they took the time to search and become knowledgeable with … [Read more...] about You’re not as smart as you think you are
Humans and natural selection
By Camillia Dababneh |Staff Writer| Natural selection's influence on the human population may be suspect with the many medicinal and technological advancements available today. According to Charles Darwin, biological evolution occurs as a result of natural selection. Darwinism theorizes that in any given generation, some "stronger" individuals have a greater chance to survive and reproduce, rather than those who are considered "weak." Because not all organisms are the same, the ones with the ability to adapt to their environments will be the ones who flourish. This theory has been accepted by many, but with medical and technological advancements today, it's relevancy is … [Read more...] about Humans and natural selection
Government features CSUSB cyber security
By Marlyn Rodriguez and Marion Gil |Asst. Managing Editor and News Editor| The CSUSB cyber security program was featured in an article on the National Science Foundation’s (NSF)website. CSUSB’s cyber security program aims to prepare students in occupations that protect government agencies from hackers. “Cyber Security is an important field because it touches all aspects of modern life,” said Tony Coulson, director of the cyber security program at CSUSB. “Your personal information is your digital currency. Job growth and opportunities in this area are endless.” This program has become available to students through funding from the NSF CyberCorps: Scholarships for Services (SFS) … [Read more...] about Government features CSUSB cyber security