After 10 years of filming, traveling, and investigating, Professor Ahlam Muhtaseb shares the stories of those who have been ignored regarding the Palestinian and Israeli conflict in her new documentary, 1948 Creation and Catastrophe. The film showcases a piece of Palestinian history that many are not familiar with. This is the story of when Jewish communities relocated to Palestine and pushed out the Arab communities that were already residing there with the help of the British and United Nations. According to Professor Muhtaseb, this film shows “ the systematic expulsion of the Palestinian people.” The narrative of this documentary is not a frequent account in conventional media. … [Read more...] about 1948: A Documentation of Palestinian Pain
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Samhain for the Modern Pagan
Samhain, pronounced SOW-in, is the Pagan holiday beginning the evening of Oct. 31, extending to Nov. 1. This late fall festival marks the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter, the darker half of the year. There are too many sects of Paganism to define, but most practice with an eclectic approach. This means that the person draws from different practices of paganism from around the world to make a personalized practice that fits the individual's needs. Some Neopagans, modern Paganists, celebrate Samhain as the Celtic New Year and a day to honor and communicate with passed loved ones. The wheel of Pagan holidays follows a story of the God and Goddess throughout the … [Read more...] about Samhain for the Modern Pagan
ASI hosts fall festivities and ‘Annabelle’ movie night
On Oct. 26, CSUSB's Associated Students Incorporated (ASI) organized a Halloween Movie Night screening of Annabelle: Creation at the Lower Commons patio area. In addition to showing the movie about a supernaturally possessed doll, an assortment of other activities was also available for students to partake in. 4:30 p.m. is when the Halloween Movie Night officially began, while the actual movie screening started two hours later. Before the showtime, attendees could get snow cones, play games like Jenga or Connect 4, and even take pictures in a photo booth with Annabelle herself. There were also two contests that ran before the movie, rewarding participants for Best … [Read more...] about ASI hosts fall festivities and ‘Annabelle’ movie night
Cyber Security Awareness Month
October has become National Cyber Security Awareness Month due to both how intertwined the internet has become within our daily lives, as well as how unaware many people are about the importance of cybersecurity. In 2009, the United States government saw that more people needed to be aware of cybersecurity, which led to the Department of Homeland Security creating an awareness campaign called “Stop.Think.Connect.” The goal of the campaign is to reach as many unaware people as possible and help them understand the importance of cybersecurity and how to protect themselves from digital threats. The campaign is organized through partnerships at the federal, state, and local … [Read more...] about Cyber Security Awareness Month
Coffee Roasters and Augie’s Coffee House
Coffee roasters now work alongside farmers to create a great product from the plant to the cup. Coffee seeds are not actually beans like most of society thinks they are. The seed is actually the pit of a cherry on a coffee plant. When a cherry becomes a bright, deep red color, it is picked. Once the coffee seed has been picked, the processing must begin as quickly as possible, to prevent the fruit from spoiling. Famers processing the seed out of the cherry do it two ways: either a dry method, which is the oldest way, or the wet method. With the dry method, the freshly picked cherries are simply spread out on huge surfaces to dry in the sun. To prevent the cherries from … [Read more...] about Coffee Roasters and Augie’s Coffee House
Student Loans Vs Employment
CSUSB students, alumni, and faculty discuss the advantages and disadvantages of either acquiring student loans or getting a job to pay for a college education. For the majority of students, acquiring a degree is expensive. Many wonder if a student loan is worth the debt or if they are better off getting a job while going to school. "I work every day after class at Target to pay for my tuition upfront," said CSUSB sophomore Julius Hernandez. "Sometimes I wish I could have more time to participate around the school campus instead of rushing straight to work." Student loans help provide financial freedom during those hectic college years. Not having to worry about work allows … [Read more...] about Student Loans Vs Employment
How to cope with a breakup
By Monica Rosales |Staff Writer| A breakup can sometimes feel as if your whole world was suddenly flipped upside down and although there is no magic spell to make it all better, looking for healthy ways to get over your hardship is essential. “I did not want to talk about it because I didn’t think it was worth talking about," said Jessica Ramos, student. "I knew the relationship was ending but something still lingered." Whether the relationship lasted a week or years, feeling a sense of devastation is a normal reactio. Sheri Meyers, a marriage therapist said, “you’ve gotta feel,” in her article "Dealing with a Breakup". “If you feel like crying, cry," said Meyers. "If you’re … [Read more...] about How to cope with a breakup
Summer Destinations
By Monica Rosales |Staff Writer| Summer is right around the corner and the time to start planning vacations is now—California is ideal for the summer weather and students share their favorite destinations for vacation time. “Palm Springs has a lazy river that's fun and relaxing to hang around," said student Alexandria Ornelas. "It is the perfect local getaway.” A city located in the middle of the desert may not sound attractive unless you find out about their hot springs, hotels, golf courses and countless spas for a relaxing getaway. On the other hand, the beaches of California tend to be the first on the list of many options people pick. “Laying on the beach is so relaxing … [Read more...] about Summer Destinations
Me, Myself, and fashion
By Brittanie Gutierrez |Staff Writer| Dressing "put-together" has been part of my identity since I was little—I always had my hair done, my clothes ironed and shoes cleaned. Growing up, I started to wear makeup and heels, not to conform to beauty standards, but because I liked how I looked when I had the dark circles under my eyes covered and how a certain outfit is pulled together with a cute pair of shoes. My mother, being a seamstress, when I was a toddler, is the reason fashion has such a large influence in my life. I would sit around her while she worked on beautiful gowns and ask her to make my dolls and I matching dresses. The process of finding my style was not … [Read more...] about Me, Myself, and fashion
Wine and canvas paint
By Arthur Medrano |Staff Writer| An entertaining alternative has arrived that no longer pits the social drinker to drink and drive, but rather to drink and paint. San Bernardino's Generation Now was tactical in its way of having the community break away from the typical hangout to enjoy festivities at the Garcia Center for the Arts in San Bernardino on May 26. The Spirit and Arts event occurs every fourth Friday of the month and relies on receiving donations from local city patrons to provide resources so individuals don't have to worry about purchasing their own art supplies. The Garcia Center, which is run by SB's Valley Concert Association, is also home to artwork and … [Read more...] about Wine and canvas paint
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