The Acto Latino Theater Group performs an original piece, along with a written play by Luis Valdez at the Santos Manuel Student Union (SMSU) theater. The group wrote the play about a year and a half ago and has been working on its organization since then. The original piece is based on different experiences of people crossing the border, which were interviewed by the group. It’s a mixture of stories from Latin America and the Caribbean. “We interviewed parents and family members, eventually combining the stories into three scenes from our collaborative effort,” Salazar said. “We created the original piece called, 'El Cruce de los Sueños'. Edgar Astorga, Director of the Latino … [Read more...] about El Cruce de los Sueños
Queer and Transgender Resource Center
For the Trans Week of Remembrance, QTRC hosts various events, including the vigil and feature video dedicated to the transgender individuals' who were lost their lives this year. The memorial vigil will be held Thursday, November 15, at the library lawn at 5 pm. While the video screen will be featured throughout the week located in the SMSU building. According, to the Human Rights Campaign, 29 transgender people were murdered in 2017. This continuously occurs throughout the years. The city of San Bernardino does not have designated LGBTQ organization, so the center has become a resource not only for the campus but the community beyond too. In hopes for a greater audience and … [Read more...] about Queer and Transgender Resource Center
Cody Hall competes in regionals
Cody Hall, All-CCAA golf player, represents CSUSB at the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) South Central/ West Regionals in Amarillo, Texas. This year 118 individuals from 28 universities competed in the NCAA South Central/West Regional. In the first round Hall struggled due to the gusty winds in Amarillo on a 77. In the second round, he had an Eagle shot on the par-5 on the 508-yard hole finishing with a six over 77. “The winds out in Amarillo were gnarly this week," Hall said. "I struggled the first two rounds getting adjusted." The third round was best for Hall, as he hit a 69-par. He jumped 40 spots from 87th place, finishing at 47th. “I brought it … [Read more...] about Cody Hall competes in regionals
The Film Club of CSUSB
Get a head start on finals
Finals week is approaching and so is the end of the 2018 Winter Quarter. Preparing and studying before finals is essential for a better academic grade. The final exam can change a class grade for better or for worse. It all depends on the dedicated time put into studying and preparing for finals week. Here are some tips to help prepare students to receive a good passing grade. Organization It’s important to make sure to know the time and day each class will have its final. It’s essential to know just in case two classes fall on the same day and time. Write it on a calendar and be organized. Being organized before the week of finals is beneficial. It decreases stress and helps … [Read more...] about Get a head start on finals
First southern California Cracker Barrel
Cracker Barrel, a popular restaurant on the East Coast, has arrived for the first time in Southern California and has been open for two weeks serving homestyle country food in Victorville. The franchise has been busy ever since its grand opening. Many wait an hour or more to be seated and others shop in the Old Country Store while waiting to be called. To save some time and beat the line, reserving online is beneficial. The store is filled with country clothing, candy, home decorations and other amenities. Many filled their shopping baskets with popular soda pops and candy. Children headed to the toy section, where there were many toys to choose from. The restaurant is filled … [Read more...] about First southern California Cracker Barrel
Women’s Leadership Conference
CSUSB hosted the first ever Women’s Leadership Conference open to students, faculty and staff at the SMSU Event Center on Feb. 2. The conference focused on empowering women to lead by example and to not let stereotypes diminish their success. Guest speakers Marianne Cooper and activist/author Diane Guerrero were part of the full day event with workshop sessions. “It’s exciting to see a conference that’s about empowerment,” said CSUSB President Tomas D. Morales. About 50 percent of employees on campus are women making a great contribution to the campus. “They bring to the table extraordinary skill sets,” said Morales, during his opening remarks. Marianne Cooper, who earned … [Read more...] about Women’s Leadership Conference
Insight to the life of an Active Duty Marine
Civilians may seem to know or grasp an idea of an active duty military personnel's life, but many do not know the depth of it. It's a different process from deciding on enlisting to the process of enlisting, then it's time to leave home for Boot Camp. Determining a specific job as well as a duty station for the current time given also comes with the territory. Being active duty in the military is unpredictable because there are a lot of circumstances that are encountered on a daily basis. Michael Buchheit, 22, is an active duty Marine from Missouri, currently on his third year. Buchheit began in San Diego for Boot Camp, went to Twentynine Palms for his MOS, which is a nine-digit … [Read more...] about Insight to the life of an Active Duty Marine
Adelanto Mayor Pro Tem with Two Federal Charges
Adelanto Mayor Pro Tem, Jermaine Wright, will be arraigned Dec. 6 in Riverside for two federal charges of bribery and arson. It is suspected that an FBI agent offered Wright ten thousand dollars in bribery by using his political position to help with a commercial marijuana transportation business. On June 15, the FBI agent appeared at Wright’s business, Fat Boyz Grill Restaurant, to offer him the bribe. Wright pocketed the money, supposedly for his “non-profit." Wright then came up with a plot to burn down his restaurant, in order to receive 300,000 dollars from his insurance. He expressed his plot to an FBI informant. An undercover agent, disguised as the electrician of the … [Read more...] about Adelanto Mayor Pro Tem with Two Federal Charges
NFL Protests
It all began with former San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Colin Kaepernick, who sat down during the National Anthem to protest oppression during the 2016 NFL season. Then it transitioned to kneeling during the National Anthem, to make a statement towards people of color being oppressed, as well as honoring and respecting those who served in the armed forces. Many other NFL players have followed Kaepernick to bring more awareness on this issue in America. President Trump doesn’t agree with the protests, stating, “Wouldn’t you love to see one of these NFL owners, when somebody disrespects our flag, to say, ‘Get that son of a b***h off the field right now, out, he’s fired!’ You know, … [Read more...] about NFL Protests
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