The San Bernardino City Animal Shelter held a free adoption event on May 9. Adoption fees were waived to those who wanted to adopt a cat or dog. These events always worry volunteers and residents because of the number of animals that are returned in the following days. In fact, not long after the event, one of the male pit bulls that had been adopted, shelter ID #a522999, was being given away for free on Facebook. The next day, many news outlets excitedly announced that the cages had been cleared. This is not the case. As of May 10, according to the shelter listings on petharbor.com, there are still 73 cats and 54 dogs at the San Bernardino City Shelter. Many of these … [Read more...] about Update on San Bernardino Animal Shelter
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Conversations on Diversity
By Julia Carney and Destiny Johnson When people are asked what kind of music they listen to, their response is usually along the lines of “anything but country.” On May 2, Dr. Nadine Hubbs joined CSUSB students and faculty members to help them understand the complex reasons surrounding these opinions. Conversations on Diversity is an event held three times a year by the University Diversity Committee of CSUSB. Guest speakers are invited to talk about diversity. For this event, the University Diversity Committee welcomed Dr. Nadine Hubbs to speak on “What Country Music Can Teach Us about Sex, Race, Class, and Immigration in America.” She made it clear that her presentation was … [Read more...] about Conversations on Diversity
Alfedo Cruz: “We’re looking to get more bands interacting with us”
Alfredo Cruz, one of two Co-managers of Coyote Radio and Advertising, explains the importance of local bands and the Coyote Radio. Cruz has been in management for 10 years with audio production and on-air hosting. Due to studying broadcasting at the University of Texas in Austin he was able to gain some insight into the radio and audio industry. He believes that all of this experience has prepared him for Coyote Radio since radio production has been something he has grown to do and love. Cruz has had experience with radio stations. He serves as the general manager of NPR and PBS an affiliate of KVCR on channel 24 and 91.9 FM. Additionally, he was president and CEO at a jazz station in … [Read more...] about Alfedo Cruz: “We’re looking to get more bands interacting with us”
May Day in the IE
Organizations and people in the community of the Inland Empire joined the march and gathered at Meadowbrook Park for the introduction of the May Day march. With posters, banners, music and chanting, people made their way over to the first stop at Service Employment International Union (SEIU), then to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office, San Bernardino City Hall, San Bernardino County (San Bernardino county what?) and ended back at Meadowbrook Park. There, they had sign up for action booths, food and a music celebration to end the night. Different organizations like Inland Coalition for Immigrant Justice, Coalition for Humane Immigrants Rights, Training … [Read more...] about May Day in the IE
Reflecting on Hijab Challenge Week
Stepping out of your comfort zone can be terrifying, but sometimes in life, you have to get out of your comfort zone in order to grow, see new perspectives that life has to offer and become open-minded. Muslim Student Association club (MSA) hosted Islam Awareness week from April 22-26, 2019. This was an opportunity for CSUSB students to learn what the life of a Muslim is like. Nadine Barakat, a member of MSA, mentioned that during Ramadan Muslims fast food and water for a month. They do this from sunrise to sunset. The purpose of the month is to bring individuals closer to God and to strengthen their relationship with Him. Many Muslims around the world participate. Eid is the … [Read more...] about Reflecting on Hijab Challenge Week
Spring Job and Internship Fair
Dressed to impress, students took the next step to further their network and prepare for life after college. Over 40 employers gathered in the CSUSB student union on April 17, informing students about the various internship and job opportunities they offer. This event was open to students of every year and major. It was hosted by the Career Center. Those interested in attending were advised to bring their resume and a good attitude. Registration was encouraged but not required. Some of the employers in attendance included Target Corp., Prudential Advisors, The Hershey Co., Verizon and Enterprise Holdings. They came to campus in search of bright, eager students who exhibit … [Read more...] about Spring Job and Internship Fair
Are students ready to Graduate?
Many students feel clueless when given the question, “Are you ready to graduate?”. Countless students respond similarly with “ Finishing school yes, but not the real world.” I asked a few students why they felt that way, when the Career Center is there to help ease that feeling of what comes next. Numerous students have never attended the Career Center workshops. CSUSB student Janneth Milian explains how difficult it is to go during the scheduled times the career center scheduled the workshops. “Always the same time, twelve to one,” Milian said. Like Milian, many students have work or class at the time. They wish they can attend workshops on internships, resume building and … [Read more...] about Are students ready to Graduate?
Student safety in the wake of armed robbery and theater scare
Safety here has become a major talking point at CSUSB, especially after an attempted armed robbery occurred on campus on April 9, in parking lot C. Not only that, but on April 22 a man who was under the influence of a controlled substance was arrested for disrupting a rehearsal in the theater of the Performing Arts building. His bizarre behavior and unusual posturing led witnesses to believe he was possibly armed with a weapon. Nobody was harmed in either situation according to the University Police Department (UPD). However, looking back at these incidents brings up questions: how safe do students feel at CSUSB and what would students like to see improve among … [Read more...] about Student safety in the wake of armed robbery and theater scare
College of Education Turns 10
The College of Education has hosted a lot of receptions. As every few months may bring a new set of chairs and picnic tables to the lobby, April 25 was no exception. It was the 10th annual anniversary of the College of Education. “Originally, it was a celebration. It was just a celebration of the residency in this building for ten years,” Interim Dean Jake Zhu said. “But, over the course of the (planning) it changed and evolved into many things.” How then does a College of Education celebrate? With balloons, tassels, speeches and report cards it seems. It was a graduation without the parade of names. There was even a celebrity commencement speech equivalent given by Brian McDaniel. … [Read more...] about College of Education Turns 10
VOICE support group raises awareness
California State University, San Bernardino students are hosting events on campus this month to raise awareness of sexual assault. Since 2001, April has been declared Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The student group Violence Outreach Informing our Community with Education, or VOICE, hosts weekly meetings and multiple events in April to educate students about sexual assault and violence prevention. VOICE was founded during the 2016 Winter Quarter by graduate student Marina Rodriquez. Rodriguez is an advocate at the counseling center on campus, and is pursuing her second masters degree in counseling and guidance at the CSUSB College of Education. A cohort of students joins VOICE … [Read more...] about VOICE support group raises awareness