Are you enjoying the gloomy days and free car washes? It is no understatement to say this winter has been one of the rainiest and coldest seasons in recent years. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, the consistent rain has almost eliminated California drought conditions, with over 67 percent of the state free of any level of dryness. Drought-free conditions is something to be happy about, but what about the negative effects from this drenched winter? Driving through San Bernardino is similar to driving in a video game, with a sudden twist and turns avoiding potholes and the damage the will bring to your car. This winter, driving in the area has become more challenging as … [Read more...] about Rain, Rain Go Away
Tips for Studying Based on Your Sun Sign
Are finals stressing you out? Do you need new techniques for studying? Here are some tips to help you prepare for exams on your sun signs. Aries (March 21 - April 19) Aries are known for being determined and confident. Stay organized with a planner or make a list with it in the order of importance. When studying, choose a place besides home, like a coffee shop. Being away from home will motivate you to get more work done faster and whatever you do, do not forget your headphones. Being an enthusiastic sign, reward yourself after large educational leaps. Taurus (April 20 - May 20) For Taurus, the practical and responsible sign, pack … [Read more...] about Tips for Studying Based on Your Sun Sign
Celebrating Lunar New Year
Holidays empower people to celebrate religious events, cultural traditions or significant events. They bring the participants together. Nowadays, with every holiday, marketers align sales or events with them. Are festive celebrations becoming heavily commercialized? Everyone understands the best time to do shopping is during holidays. There are always sales or special promotions during holidays and celebrations like Valentine's day, Easter or Labor Day. This month's big celebration is the Lunar New Year. Lunar New Year, the year of the pig, is the longest Chinese holiday. There is no set date but it runs from January 28th to February 19th this year. It is the one celebration that … [Read more...] about Celebrating Lunar New Year
ASI Welcomes Dr. Cornel West to CSUSB
Love has different meanings to people, but many can agree it has an impact it has on us. Personal strength can be rooted from some kind of love or support a person gets. Love can be fuel for empowerment and social justice. Dr. Cornel West, a respected professor, philosopher, activist and author of 20 books, emphasized the beauty and significance of love in his discourse on social justice during A Conversation with Dr. Cornel West, a forum hosted by Associated Students Incorporated at Coussoulis Arena on Jan. 25 Dr. West explained that love is the key to social justice, freedom and democracy. He started out by explaining how his love from and for his parents made him who he is. He … [Read more...] about ASI Welcomes Dr. Cornel West to CSUSB
New sbX Saturday Service
As of Jan. 12, OmniTrans sbX bus riders can commute quickly on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. OmniTrans is a suitable eco-friendly quick fix for getting to destinations because of its fast, pleasant and low-cost option to avoid traffic. The economic bus gets passengers where they need to be in a safe manner. The Federal Transit Administration has gone as far as extending the road on an existing highway specifically for buses. The FTA guarantees their projects will have the least negative effects on the surrounding communities. The transit service departs from the university bus stop on University Parkway every 20 minutes and makes multiple stops … [Read more...] about New sbX Saturday Service