By Yena Hong |Staff Writer| Communication is one of the biggest problems that many Korean students currently face here at CSUSB. Through verbal and nonverbal communication, Korean students find it difficult to adjust to the American culture, and may experience culture shock. One Korean student, Sohyeon Hong, says that the biggest part of culture shock is verbal communication. She explained that she gets confused with slang language in American culture. "One of my group members said 'I am down' in the class discussion," said Hong. "I've never heard this expression before, so I guessed she didn't agree with my opinion [...] Because 'down' sounds negative for me, but it means … [Read more...] about Communication differences
Movie Review: Arrival
By Yena Hong | Staff Writer | The movie "Arrival" was released on Nov.11, providing a futuristic reality with aliens and spacecrafts. This movie is based on Ted Chiang's 1998 short story "Story of Your Life" The director of the film “Arrival” is Denis Villeneuve who also produced the famous movie “Prisoners” and “Sicario” and the film is written by Eric Heisserer. The cast included Amy Adams as Dr. Louise Banks, Forest Whitaker as Colonel Webber, Jeremy Renner as Ian Donnelly, and Michael Stuhlbarg as Agent Halpern. At the beginning of the movie, it shows Louise's personal life. Her daughter Hannah, who also has a considerable part in the movie. The relationship between … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Arrival
Finals Playlists
By Yena Hong | Staff Writer | Finals are just around the corner and what better way to prepare than with a killer playlist to keep you focused. A few students shared what songs get them pumped up while studying. “I listen to k-pop, but the songs would have to be slow and calm songs like 2PM’s “I’ll Be Back,” Block B’s “Toy,” and Got7’s “Forever Young.” The effects would keep me focused and when I take the test I remember the songs that I listen to which makes me remember the notes I studied and helps me remember the formulas or other subjects that I would be studying for,” said Student Lexus Valencia. Haeji Hong mentions that she usually listens to low-key and quiet music. London … [Read more...] about Finals Playlists
Alicia Keys: Getting gritty and political
By Yena Hong | Staff Writer | After four years since her last album release, Alicia Keys is back with her new album “Here” which was released through RCA Records on Nov. 4. The album “Here” contains 18-tracks with different musical styles like groovy, dancy and slow-jam includes “The Gospel,” “Pawn It All,” “Holy War” and so on. Throughout the album, Keys showcases her soulful voice that perfectly balanced the different instruments used; acoustic guitar, piano, and drums. Keys expresses her freedom and openness throughout 'Here'. "She Don’t Really Care_1 Luv" is a song described places that contributed to her personal identities. "She grew up in Brooklyn/ She grew up in … [Read more...] about Alicia Keys: Getting gritty and political
Kings Of Leon Releases A New Album
By Yena Hong |Staff Writer| Kings Of Leon released their seventh studio, 10-track album "WALLS" on Oct. 14. "Walls" is a collaboration of calming acoustic guitar and a lead singer Caleb’s soulful voice, creating plaintive feelings throughout a slow tempo. “I really liked the song 'Walls' by Kings of Leon, even though it made me feel depressed," said student Marissa Ramiret. "It has a nice, slow rhythmic beat and peaceful message,” continued Ramiret. "Waste A Moment," is suggestive of their first single released "Sex On Fire". They both have similar tempo and melody. "Around The World" entices listeners to dance with the reggae rhythmic drum sounds and lively harmony. The … [Read more...] about Kings Of Leon Releases A New Album
Poppin’ News
By Yena Hong |Staff Writer| Taylor Swift Performs Pre-Super Bowl Night The singer will headline DirecTV’s 12th annual pre-Super Bowl event on Feb. 4 in Houston, Texas. The showcase will be on a 64,000-square-foot venue custom venue and the tickets will get support from a series of promotions and campaigns from AT&T. Nobel Prize in Literature, Bob Dylan Bob Dylan won the 2016 Nobel Prize in literature on Oct. 13 from The Swedish Academy. “He is having the great American song tradition with created new poetic expressions," according to the Swedish Academy. Elton John’s New Autobiography in 2019 Elton John will publish his crazy life in … [Read more...] about Poppin’ News
Halloween Events Inland Empire 2016
By Yena Hong |Staff Writer| From haunted houses to mazes, Halloween events are keeping students spooked and entertained without leaving the Inland Empire. Follow the list and choose one of the many ways to enjoy this Halloween. Halloween in the Village Location: The Village in Big Bear Lake Date: Oct. 31 at 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Admission: FREE Description: Children can join a safe place to trick-or-treat. People can stop by more than fifty places to fulfill their sweet tooth. The village might be seen as frightening but people still manage to walk through the village. Dress code is a must and attendees are expected to wear costumes, people miss out on the trick or … [Read more...] about Halloween Events Inland Empire 2016
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