The Q2S change is happening in less than six months, and it can be intimidating if you don’t have the correct information. Students worry about not being able to finish on time or taking classes that they shouldn’t need to. Departments set up their own criteria, but as far as general education goes, everyone will have to follow the same requirements. Dr. Craig Seal, who is the former dean of the Office of Undergraduate Studies, spoke about the advantages of teaching on a semester system based on his experience with both approaches. “Quarters are so fast. When you get in and you miss a week because something happens, all of a sudden you’re failing a course and there’s no chance to … [Read more...] about A Q2S Guide
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Push for decolonization of education
As of Fall 2018, the student demographic on campus is 63% Hispanic, 13% White, 7% Non-resident foreign students, 5% African American, 5% Asian, 4% Unknown, 2% are two or more races, and 1% Native American/Alaskan Native or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander according to CSUSB'S statistical data. With this kind of diversity in an institution, students and faculty are pushing toward a decolonized education for curriculums that reflect their background, experiences, and struggles. The need to decolonize education inspires many students to pursue research beyond what is taught to them, and to search for buried archives that represent their roots that haven’t been read. Vanessa Ovalle … [Read more...] about Push for decolonization of education
Students begin conversations to progress Black Love on campus
“When I hear black love, not only do I think of a Black man and a Black woman, but I also think of Black homes and Black friendships,” explained Anaya Lawrence. Black students at CSUSB are having discussions about love within the community. Topics ranging from unmarried childbearing, to absent fathers, and cheating were present. “I don’t have any restrictions. If they want to talk about it, I am bringing it to the table.” Onyeka "O" Ubatuegwu explains his excitement for approaching topics regarding black love. Ubatuegwu is part of the Black Student Union board and got his first event on campus on February 13, 2020 in the San Manuel Student Union (SMSU). In regard to why … [Read more...] about Students begin conversations to progress Black Love on campus
Drake? We Want Frank!
Returning to the Dodger Stadium this year was the eighth year for Tyler, the Creators in the Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival 2019. Presale tickets were sold out back in May way before he released the lineup which was later released in August with a mystery guest as a headliner. Many festival attendees believed the secret artist was going to be R&B singer Frank Ocean but were quickly disappointed when singer/ hip hop artist Drake was the final closer of the festival weekend. Drake being one the biggest music artist of the world received a negative uproar from the crowd chanting “WE WANT FRANK!”. The secret artist was not revealed until the moment of. Tyler came out to greet the crowd and … [Read more...] about Drake? We Want Frank!
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
All you need to know when preparing for an Interview or applying for an Internship
Do you have a job interview coming up? Or are looking to apply for your dream job or internship? If so, here are key steps to help you stand out among other candidates. Interviews can be nerve-wracking and can cause stress, anxiety, and so on. You can spend hours googling how to prepare for one but it is you who must do the talking and walk in order to obtain the desired position. As an interviewee, the main goal is to walk in the door as a possible candidate and to come out as a new member of the team. For this, you must convince the job recruiter of your skills, knowledge, and experience for the job. In addition to showing motivation and enthusiasm while persuading the … [Read more...] about All you need to know when preparing for an Interview or applying for an Internship
Twenty 2 Salute Hits Down N’ Dirty
Twenty 2 Salute is a Hard Rock band from the Inland Empire who started off as "The League" but later changed it to be more unique. The lead singer and guitarist Michael Schoon, bass player Mark Schoon, and drummer Raul Padilla known as J, performed at the Down N' Dirty Festival on the weekend of January 18th at the Adelanto Stadium in California. The two brothers have been surrounded by music their whole lives so it was given that one day this would be something they do together. "Our father was in a band growing up, he was in a rock band and he was a singer so it became our normal life to be in a band and we love music," said Mike Schoon. There were about 1,000 music … [Read more...] about Twenty 2 Salute Hits Down N’ Dirty
Student African American Brotherhood: Upcoming event, sense of unity and self-discovery
Every Wednesday members of Student African American Brotherhood (SAAB) circle around Pan African Student Success Center room to discuss upcoming events and the importance of brotherhood. On February 18th at 6 p.m.-9 p.m. in the SMSU theater, the student African American brotherhood organization will be a having jazz night event that is themed around the Harlem Renaissance. The SAAB organization advocates brotherhood, academic achievement, and community service at the CSUSB campus, this organization embraces young men of color no matter their background and their biggest mission is to come together and form a forever bond in the name of unity and brotherhood. “We want individuals … [Read more...] about Student African American Brotherhood: Upcoming event, sense of unity and self-discovery
Riverside Community Responds to Homelessness
Volunteers and leaders of the faith-based community in Riverside County talk about what motivates them to support the homeless. Local organizations such as Path of Life Ministries, serve the homeless community, offering shelters and programs for emergency housing, permanent supportive housing, behavioral health programs, and employment resources. There are many volunteers that agree with the mission of Path of Life and choose to serve there because of it. "I started volunteering here years ago, I wanted to teach my kids that you help the poor," said Carol Cantino. "We also did service-based activities and projects, and that all carried over to now. When my kids moved out, I … [Read more...] about Riverside Community Responds to Homelessness
Visiting Local Entertainment in and around the Inland Empire
The Coyote Chronicle made a set of what students could do for fun locally on a day off. “My friends and I don’t like to spend a whole lot of money, so usually if there's a deal we’ll go out. Mondays they have discounts over at BJs, like half off pizza, so we typically go there,” Anthony Langston, a biology major and fifth-year student at CSUSB. CSUSB students are very busy with managing school and work, that can take up the whole day, aside from other things such as babysitting or doctor appointments. “My typical day is either I’ll go to school all day or work. I have a lot of doctor appointments for my baby due in December. I also have to attend Navy drill here and there,” said … [Read more...] about Visiting Local Entertainment in and around the Inland Empire