By Carolyn Solar |Staff Writer| Black History Month is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the accomplishments that black people have made throughout history. This is a time for many students to be proud of their heritage, look back at the past, and look to the future for all that there is to come. At CSUSB, we see that the African-American population is an underrepresented portion of our student body. Of the 20,024 students enrolled in Fall 2015, 1,182 were African-American, according to the CSUSB website. For some students, Black History Month is a “double-edged sword.” It seems to separate itself from regular history, but at the same time, it acknowledges the people … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black History Month
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Campus clubs and organizations give valuable experiences
By Janeth Jaimes |Staff Writer| Involving yourself in the campus community by volunteering in clubs and organizations is crucial because you can gain educational experience while working with others. It can be difficult for many students to grasp how valuable clubs or organizations are and the connections they provide. Many students, myself included, have a lot of responsibilities outside of school, but we need to prepare ourselves to be ready for the professional fields we are entering. Being a member of an academic club can greatly improve the odds of landing a prestigious internship and or a job. I am in the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), an … [Read more...] about Campus clubs and organizations give valuable experiences