In recent years, public trust on government officials as well as business, media and NGOs institutions in the United States has steadily declined, according to the Edelman Trust Barometer. The Department of Public Administration at CSUSB conducted "The Abdication of Truth and the Decline of Public Trust" forum at the Santos Manuel Student Union Theater with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Lowell Bergman as a guest speaker. The discussion focused on why the public has grown tolerant to accepting false statements from government officials which has increased the distrust the public has on the government. Bergman has been recognized for exposing the truth to the public in many of … [Read more...] about Lowell Bergman’s fight against the distorted truth
Writing Center and the fight against plagiarism
The Writing Center at CSUSB is offering guidance to students struggling with plagiarism on their research papers. Shelby Reeder, a Writing Center adviser, led a plagiarism workshop to highlight the most common ways students plagiarize and how to prevent it. "There are two main types of plagiarism that students often struggle with," Reeder said, "These types are known as intentional and unintentional plagiarism." Reeder displayed a presentation to students with various examples of plagiarism seen in research papers. Furthermore, she focused on the resources available at CSUSB to aid students who struggle with plagiarism. "With so many writing styles available such as APA, Chicago, … [Read more...] about Writing Center and the fight against plagiarism
Using Meditation To Be Successful In College
The Counseling and Psychological services at CSUSB is offering meditation workshops to combat the stress epidemic affecting students. Gwendolyn Brower Romero, a CAPS therapist, lead a meditation workshop to educate students on stress and how to manage it. Romero presented students with information on how stress develops and the different meditation techniques that can bring relief to students. Additionally, she focused on the main factors for stress which are personal life, work and school. “Mediation will not cure your problems instantly, but practicing this exercise constantly can teach your body how to handle stress efficiently,” Romero said. According to a 2017 national … [Read more...] about Using Meditation To Be Successful In College
Transportation Changes and Growth In The Inland Empire
Inland Empire is becoming a transport hub with the recent efforts by local corporations such as Omnitrans, San Bernardino International Airport, and Ontario International Airport. The San Bernardino Transit Center opened its doors on September 8, 2015. Serving the communities of San Bernardino, Redlands, and Victor Valley. Operated by Omnitrans the center is a first step for establishing in the Inland Empire as a hub for transportation. According to the 2017 community indicators report published by the county of San Bernardino Board of Supervisors. Victor Valley Transit boardings per capita increased to 5.9 in 2015 compared to 5.2 in 2014. Which reflects how transportation in the … [Read more...] about Transportation Changes and Growth In The Inland Empire
San Bernardino International Airport Growth
Rapid growth surrounds the San Bernardino International Airport as more partners like FedEx and UPS open cargo facilities, creating new jobs for the San Bernardino community. The San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) in recent years has expanded into the logistics market. Benefiting from developments to the SBD's land being made in collaboration with its partners. "The airport offers companies flexibility and pricing that airport's like Ontario International Airport can't afford," said Director Michael Burrows. Director Burrows stated that the SBD continues to offer more jobs, as more partners decide to open cargo docks and other purpose-built facilities. “Going back … [Read more...] about San Bernardino International Airport Growth