By: Elina Urrutia 2017 marked the first large scale study of emoji usage. Researchers at the University of Michigan analyzed an estimated 427 million messages via the Kika Emoji Keyboard. They announced that the first most popular emoji was the face with tears of joy. The second most popular emoji was a heart emoji, and that the third most popular emoji was the heart shaped eyes emoji. “I use emojis to express my emotions and bring my words to life while telling a story,” said student Aaron Valencia. “If I didn’t have emojis my text would be boring and have no meaning to them.” In the study University of Michigan conducted, they found that the French used emojis associated … [Read more...] about Bitmoji as a new dialect
Plan an adventure with CSUSB
By: Elina Urrutia | Staff Writer | CSUSB offers new and motivating ways to explore the great outdoors by offering a variety of trips for everyone. Whether it be a hike in the local mountains, an overnight camping trip to a local beach, state or national park, backpacking in the wilderness, snowboarding in local mountain resorts, surfing in California’s beaches, kayaking in the river, the bay, or the ocean. The trips that are available are not only designed for students. They are also designed for faculty, staff, alumni members, affiliates, and community members. “I think it’s great that these trips are offered to just about anyone and not only students and staff because then … [Read more...] about Plan an adventure with CSUSB
Bricks and Birch
By Elina Urrutia |Staff Writer| Bricks and Birch is a newly established restaurant in the heart of downtown Redlands, in the historic Fox Theatre building. The shop features wood-fired pizza, salad, pastries, Stumptown Coffee and a variety of other goods made fresh each day. The Stumptown Coffee was unlike anything I have ever tried. It was poured into a glass from a tap, coming out frothy like a Guinness stout; the flavors were exquisite. The shop offers many unique pizza combinations that are not available anywhere else. I had the Thai Pie with the peanut sauce that was kind of spicy, but it had a nice kick to it, which made it great. One of the best commodities Bricks … [Read more...] about Bricks and Birch
Dia Latino
By Elina Urrutia |Staff Writer| Come learn and experience Latino culture. Día Latino is a celebration of Latino culture, presented by Acto Latino and Los Amigos Spanish Club. The event will be held on campus, June 2 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the library lawn. Los Amigos Spanish Club is a student run organization that provides students a common interest in Spanish languages and culture. "Almost everybody has one view of what Hispanics are; that is the typical Mexican with the big sombrero and the big mustache and that's not who we are," said Valerie Salazar, president of Los Amigos. The club tries to educate other people on the culture of Hispanics everywhere. "We have … [Read more...] about Dia Latino
The Etiquette of Sexting
By Elina Urrutia IStaff WriterI Sexting is the new iteration of cybersex. It is the sending of sexually explicit photos, images, text messages or emails through a cell phone or other mobile device. “All across the country, teenage boys and girls are using the built in cameras on their cellphones to take nude and semi-nude photos of themselves, and sending them to boyfriend/girlfriends, friends or classmates,” said American civil rights lawyer Gloria Allred. According to iKeepSafe.org, “A 2010 nationwide survey sponsored by LG Mobile Phones found that 1-in-3 teens have participated in sexting and 1-in-4 thinks it’s a normal part of teen life. The survey also found that ‘for many … [Read more...] about The Etiquette of Sexting
Teacher Spotlight: Professor Maldonado
By Elina Urrutia |Staff Writer| Ana Maria Maldonado has been a passionate part-time lecturer here at CSUSB since 2000. “I knew I always wanted to be a professor and wanted to teach at the college level,” said Maldonado. “I find that the students here, especially upper level, are very interested in the subject, and I love that because it makes me want to teach better,” added Maldonado. Maldonado is from El Paso, Texas. She is fluent in English and Spanish due to her Mexican-American upbringing. Her grandparents who are from Mexico, came here during the revolution in the 19th century. Maldonado has done many unique things throughout her life. For instance, she was … [Read more...] about Teacher Spotlight: Professor Maldonado
Forgotten Heroes
By Elina Urrutia IStaff WriterI Delano Manongs:Forgotten Heros covers the story of Larry Itliong, a farm labor organizer and a group of Filipino farmworkers who launched one of the biggest American farm labor movements of all time. The Delano Grape Strike of 1965 was the creation of the United Farm Workers Union (UFW). While the movement is known for Cesar Chavez’s leadership, and considered a Chicano movement, many people are unaware that Filipinos played an important role. On Tuesday, May 10, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a film screening for the documentary of Delano Manongs: Forgotten Heroes of the United Farm Workers in the SMSU Theater room. “We are bringing the … [Read more...] about Forgotten Heroes
International students agree CSUSB is “diverse”
By Elina Urrutia I Staff Writer I Students from all over the world choose to study at CSUSB each year, but what makes CSUSB so special to international students? To begin questing for answers students from different countries were interviewed regarding the topic. “I chose CSUSB because compared to other schools, CSUSB is one of the most diverse campuses in Southern California,” said Gina Yeh, an international student from Taiwan. "The university also offers an English language program in which if students pass a certain level, we can get the TOEFL waiver. The TOEFL waiver, also known as the Test of English as a Foreign Language exempts students from having to take lower … [Read more...] about International students agree CSUSB is “diverse”
Students Take Back the Night
By Elina Urrutia IStaff WriterI Take Back the Night is an international event and non-profit organization with the mission of ending sexual, relationship and domestic violence. One of the first "Take Back the Night" marches was held in Philadelphia, Pa. in October 1975, after the murder of Susan Alexander Speeth, a microbiologist who was stabbed to death while walking home alone. "April is sexual assault awareness month, which is why we have Consent Week, The Clothing Line Project, and Take Back the Night, all in one month," said Felicia De La Isla, staff at the Women's Resource Center (WRC). "It's also a place where they can share their story if they want to during our open mic … [Read more...] about Students Take Back the Night
A coffee lover’s paradise
By Elina Urrutia |Staff Writer| Bleu Pitt Café is a newly established community restaurant in San Bernardino. "Our cafe opened about nine months ago," said cafe manager Angie Chhon. "We have many people visit from different areas but mainly locals. Students enjoy coming here to study or simply take a small break," added Chhon. Bleu is located at 165 W Hospitality Lane STE 17, San Bernardino, CA 92408. Their menu consists of a wide variety of freshly baked breads, bagels, sandwiches, salads, pastries, coffee, espresso, and real fruit smoothies. Compared to many other bigger corporations like McDonald's, Bleu Pitt's meals are made to order and offer a delicious fresh … [Read more...] about A coffee lover’s paradise
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