As Quarantine continues, pet owners open up about their pets. Different pet owners have their ways of finding their resources for their pets and finding ways to interact with them. The struggle is to find places to get supplies for their pets and keep them entertained, say pet owners. Lizzie Stewart, a veterinary technician, who has several pets, said that she has very active dogs and that not being able to get them out as much is stressful because they get bored easily. She says that it is affecting her pets in the way that she is limited to the areas where she used to take them. “Have more patience with pets because the dogs are not used to having humans home all the time, … [Read more...] about Pets and Pet Owners during Quarantine
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Quarantine throws wedding plans into chaos
By Katie Hepler and Tanya Jansen Most couples spend months, if not years, planning their weddings. Because of social distancing practices, many have postponed or cancelled their ceremonies. Alyssa Torres, a wedding coordinator in Riverside, has dealt with over ten couples who have had to postpone their weddings. Torres’s company does not offer refunds but does allow for couples to postpone their weddings with no extra fees. Weddings often take a great deal of time, money, planning and logistics. According to Torres, many couples spend upwards of ten thousand dollars on their venue and with the nonrefundable deposit, it creates a lot of incentive to postpone until next year … [Read more...] about Quarantine throws wedding plans into chaos
Coronavirus affects local and state business owners
The pandemic has taken a toll on business, employees, and customers. Some businesses were forced to shut down while other businesses have slowed down. While many business owners are anxious to reopen to the public, there is still no time frame when that will happen. Many business owners are anxious to reopen to the public. As of June 1, many businesses that originally weren't considered essential such as restaurants, barbershops, hair salons, and more, are able to reopen. Carlos De Santiago, the business owner of a Taco shop in Laguna Beach, CA, closed down at the beginning of March and couldn't help all his employees financially. He managed to find help through programs offered due to … [Read more...] about Coronavirus affects local and state business owners
COVID-19 challenges deaf and blind community
By Karla Morales and Tanya Jansen Social distancing has hindered the ways of communication of the deaf, blind, and deaf-blind communities. Touch is critical for these communities which has become a significant risk of contagion due to COVID-19. Deaf-blind Americans use touch in their daily lives: hand over hand signing to communicate, finger scanning used for braille, hugs and handshakes. Kevin Anderson is a hard-of-hearing and blind individual who has noticed some of the challenges that his deaf-blind friends have been facing during the pandemic. “The biggest problem we're having is no interaction and no socialization among each other,” stated Anderson. “We don't have the … [Read more...] about COVID-19 challenges deaf and blind community
Unemployed residents granted more money than essential workers
By: Emma Curtis and Alexis Ramirez Many Americans are receiving more money from unemployment benefits than they previously did at their jobs before the coronavirus outbreak. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate rose to 14.7 percent after 20.5 million people lost their jobs in the COVID-19 pandemic. This is the highest unemployment rate has been since the Great Depression, and it could take years before it returns to 3.5 percent. The two criteria to be considered unemployed are that one is jobless and is actively searching for work or someone is on temporary layoff. Due to the surge in the number of unemployed Americans, Congress passed a relief package … [Read more...] about Unemployed residents granted more money than essential workers
Work, teach, study, repeat: The life of CSUSB parent/student during the COVID-19 pandemic
“I have to spend the day with my children first and then I have to get to work,” says CSUSB student, Miriam Barajas. “It's tiring and I know it is my responsibility as a mother, but that does not make the situation any less difficult.” Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the university will continue with the virtual semester in the fall, while the fate of K-12 school learning mode remains to be determined. Miriam Barajas is 1 in 5 college students, who according to the U.S Department of Education, are parents. She is one of the parent students who are facing the struggle of having to be active members in their classrooms and that of their children. It’s important in times like these to … [Read more...] about Work, teach, study, repeat: The life of CSUSB parent/student during the COVID-19 pandemic
Fraternity and sorority members debate about fees
COVID-19 has impacted many different aspects of campus life at CSUSB — from the way we learn to the way we interact with each other. One of the main things that has impacted the student body has been not being able to fully participate in fraternities and sororities. Student are filled with some mixed opinions on fees still being charged. CSUSB has fifteen fraternity and sorority chapters that are run by Student Leadership and Development on campus. While some are exclusively men or women, at least eight or more fraternities are co-ed, major specific, honors, community service related or other types of interest. The fees involved for fraternity and sorority are what keeps them running, … [Read more...] about Fraternity and sorority members debate about fees
Women’s leadership during the pandemic unveils new potentials: “Physical distancing does not mean social distancing”
Ring! Another phone call rang out waiting for her to answer, she apologized immediately and turned off the notification. The bustling household and yells of her family members continued to play out in the background of a Zoom call with Maria Ahumada, CEO of Angel de la Comunidad Fundacion, a non-profit based in the Los Angeles Area which uses advocacy and litigation to protect and fight for Latinos. These are just a few examples of the reality of women who have transformed their homes into their new office space during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ahumada and Cierra Hammond, the CSUSB ASI Director of External Affairs, are just two of the leaders in our community who are bringing a feminine … [Read more...] about Women’s leadership during the pandemic unveils new potentials: “Physical distancing does not mean social distancing”
Essential workers wonder if the job is worth the risk
Frontline employees have been dedicating their life trying to make these trying times as normal as possible for the past couple of months. Some worry about the risks of contamination Police Officer David Welde, age 48, who works for the City of Tustin, tries to provide peace during this pandemic and stop the spread of panic. While hours haven’t changed much for his division, job positions have had a turn of events. From not only patrolling the city, he has also been giving the duty of security at Costco and Sam’s Club. “I’m just here to make sure everyone is getting what they deem as necessary in a peaceful manner without shoving or fighting. Never did I see myself working in … [Read more...] about Essential workers wonder if the job is worth the risk
Q & A with Elda Rosales on immigration services from CARECEN
When she’s not hiking or spending time with her family, attorney Elda S. Rosales, located in San Bernardino, aims to bring immigration-related assistance to the community. Graduating from University of La Verne College of Law, she joined the CARECEN team in August of 2019 and has since guided students from CSUSB and Cal Poly Pomona. Q: What is CARECEN? A: CARECEN is a nonprofit organization established in 1983 by a group of refugees seeking to change an unjust immigration system. CARECEN empowers Central Americans and all immigrants by defending human and civil rights, working for social and economic justice and promoting cultural diversity. Q: When and where on campus can the … [Read more...] about Q & A with Elda Rosales on immigration services from CARECEN