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
Students raise sexual assault awareness at Teal Color Fest
Puffs of teal powder filled the air on April 19, as CSUSB students gathered to recognize sexual assault awareness month. The library lawn was buzzing with different booths and activities, all hoping to inform students about the various resources that are offered on (and off) campus. The Health Center had participants vote for their favorite celebrity couple. CSUSB Commuter Services encouraged students to spin their gaming wheel and win a prize. The Department of Housing passed out snow cones and popcorn. However, through all the light-hearted games of Jenga, bean bag tosses and dance battles, powerful chanting could be heard across the lawn. “When survivors’ lives are under … [Read more...] about Students raise sexual assault awareness at Teal Color Fest
International Market
On April 8, the International Market event was being held for the third year at CSUSB in front of the library lawn. Majority of the students view this event as a great opportunity to learn and explore other nationalities, meet new people, and get a chance to buy from the variety of vendors. The international market event was organized by the Center for Global Management in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration. There were different vendors displaying a variety of products for sale on the library lawn. One vendor was selling purses and each purse was designed in a unique way, while other vendors were selling items such as t-shirts, bracelets, rings, … [Read more...] about International Market