Growing from half a day last year to a full day event this year, the "COMM Symposium: Transcending Boundaries" brought together students, alumni, faculty and staff on May 7 at the San Manuel Student Union. "This was the first year where a team of 8 student interns put on the event as part of their coursework," commented Professor Jess Block Nerren, who lead the team of interns and organized the event. The symposium had 1270 registrations up from 500 last year and the lunch serving 175 people. The day started with panels in the morning and built up to the award ceremony and lunch in the afternoon. The ceremony honored Communication student achievements by awarding most … [Read more...] about Annual Communication Symposium Focused on Networking, Success & Gratitude
Attempted armed robbery on campus
An attempted armed robbery took place at April 9 at about noon in parking lot C at CSUSB. The two suspects pulled up to the two victims in a white sedan, and the passenger exited the sedan and demanded that the victims hand over their belongings at gunpoint. The two victims fled across the street to the apartments on the other side of Northpark. The two suspects then fled the scene in their white sedan. The first suspect, the passenger who got out of the car to try to rob the two victims with the handgun, was identified as a white adult male with a medium build in his early twenties and about six feet tall. He was also said to have short brown hair and facial hair. The second … [Read more...] about Attempted armed robbery on campus
Entrepreneuring the future
As if no one is watching, a high school freshman stuffs extra lunch portions into his backpack. The staff of Entrepreneur High School does notice his actions. The young man explains that the reason he is stealing the food is so he can bring it back home to his little sister so she can have dinner that night. Rather than punish or scold the kid, the staff member tells him to take more food home with him so he and his sister can eat. The children at this school are given a full range of support, from three meals a day to after-school programs completely free of charge. “These are low-income kids coming from traumatic homes and traumatic experiences, so you have to take that and … [Read more...] about Entrepreneuring the future
Students, Administrators, and Legislators Rally to Fix Financial Aid
The rise of housing costs for students of CSUSB is one of the factors leading to a higher rate of homelessness for students here, commented Madeline Zhuo, an employee at a food pantry, in response to the topics raised by the rally in Sacramento. On Feb. 20 student leaders, college executives, and legislators rallied at the state capital for financial aid reform to combat food insecurity, lack of shelter, and wellbeing issues that plague California college students. Mia Kagianas, president of the Cal State Student Association, struck at the heart of the issue during her opening remarks. “Our state and our nation are experiencing a higher education renaissance,” Kagianas said. “Issues … [Read more...] about Students, Administrators, and Legislators Rally to Fix Financial Aid
Screening and Discussion: “King in the Wilderness”
Students, staff, and faculty alike learned of the dire need for civilized, respectful conversation during a post-screening discussion on the new documentary "King in the Wilderness" on Feb. 12. The film, about the last three years of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, focused on Dr. King's challenges when moving his civil rights movement up North into Chicago, mitigating his movement of nonviolence with the ongoing Vietnam War, and working on the foundation of The Poor People's Campaign. However, the documentary also focused on the differences in views between King and fellow activists of the time, namely Stokely Carmichael, who did not feel as strongly about Dr. King's message of … [Read more...] about Screening and Discussion: “King in the Wilderness”
SOAR leader says ‘Yes’ to CSUSB sweetheart
Bubbles and applause erupted as Tierra Roman said ‘yes’ to her CSUSB sweetheart Thomas Robles’ marriage proposal. The proposal took place at 5 p.m. at the Murillo Family Observatory, as Robles, CSUSB alumni, diligently organized the elaborate surprise event. Robles got the idea to propose at CSUSB because the school meant so much to both of them. “This is the place where we met, this is the place where we had our first kiss,” Robles said, “This is where I want to start our life together, CSUSB.” Since the engagement, the couple has been enjoying the start of their new lives together. "This has been the happiest time in both of our lives," Robles said, "I love that we are … [Read more...] about SOAR leader says ‘Yes’ to CSUSB sweetheart
California election results
On November 6, Californians came out to vote, and with 100 percent of precincts reporting, the results are in with democrats winning almost every single position. Democratic candidate Gavin Newsom, with almost 60 percent of the vote, soundly beat his Republican opponent John H. Cox in the race for the governor. In the race for lieutenant governor, Eleni Kounalakis beat her fellow Democratic candidate Ed Hernandez. In the US Senate election, incumbent Diane Feinstein beat the challenging Democrat Kevin De Leon. For propositions, the gas tax was voted to stay in place with prop 6 failing to pass. The controversial gas tax will still in place because of this, but money will … [Read more...] about California election results
Multimedia Story: Marvel’s Spider-Man Review
With the release of Sony and Insomniac Game’s new title, Marvel’s Spider-Man, players can once again take control of the masked webslinger as they try to protect the island of Manhattan. … [Read more...] about Multimedia Story: Marvel’s Spider-Man Review
Student Diary: Preparing to Study Abroad
This summer, on June 16, I will be stepping into LAX airport to begin my flight across the Pacific Ocean to South Korea for a study abroad program hosted by CSUSB. Ever since I came to CSUSB and learned about the opportunities for studying abroad, I told myself that I would make it happen. It seems like such an amazing experience. Cherelle Ross, another student going to the South Korean program, sums up why this is such an amazing opportunity well. “I decided to study abroad because I really love traveling and I hope I can do it non-stop in the future,” said Ross. I have always wanted to travel as well and studying abroad is a wonderful way to see the world. According to the … [Read more...] about Student Diary: Preparing to Study Abroad
Slideshow: 2018 CSUSB Korean Festival
Students wore traditional Korean attire and performers took the stage during the CSUSB Korean festival hosted by the Korean Culture Club, Friday April 27 in the SMSU theater. … [Read more...] about Slideshow: 2018 CSUSB Korean Festival