CSUSB's 2020 Spring musical “Once Upon A Mattress" is in a state of limbo on whether or not the live performance will take place on campus. The hard-working cast and crew of the musical are pressing on forward given the current pandemic crisis. They hope to perform an actual live show during the Fall semester 2020, with a hint of the possibility of a cancellation again. Thomas Provenzano, the director of the spring musical, said, "We are open to many ideas -- but nothing is certain." There is discussion about how and what can be done concerning the presentation of the musical given the unknown nature of the pandemic timeline. Approximately a year of planning has gone into the … [Read more...] about Will the show still go on?
COVID-19
Essential workers wonder if the job is worth the risk
Frontline employees have been dedicating their life trying to make these trying times as normal as possible for the past couple of months. Some worry about the risks of contamination Police Officer David Welde, age 48, who works for the City of Tustin, tries to provide peace during this pandemic and stop the spread of panic. While hours haven’t changed much for his division, job positions have had a turn of events. From not only patrolling the city, he has also been giving the duty of security at Costco and Sam’s Club. “I’m just here to make sure everyone is getting what they deem as necessary in a peaceful manner without shoving or fighting. Never did I see myself working in … [Read more...] about Essential workers wonder if the job is worth the risk
Coyotes’ basketball season comes to unprecedented end
Collegiate sports are on hold with no timetable on when they will resume. In sports, wins and losses are understood clearly. As of now, it seems like nothing is certain because of a global pandemic. The timetable for a return to normalcy is unknown. “It’s low key depressing, but I'm just continuing to work out and stay busy, I have weights and pull up bars here at home,” explains CSUSB star point guard, Jeremy Smith. Smith is a senior on the team who was awarded all California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) first team this year. CSUSB’s men's basketball team was set to make a deep run in the National College Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament, only to find out that they … [Read more...] about Coyotes’ basketball season comes to unprecedented end
Small businesses selling handmade masks during COVID-19
TrendsFash Boutique, an online boutique created in 2017, decided they wanted to help the community when they realized just how hard it was to obtain a mask. It was founded by Cindy and Mari Munoz, two sisters from Pomona, California. Amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, many small businesses have taken it upon themselves to sell handmade masks. During the first few weeks of the pandemic, masks were very scarce. Many people complained on social media about how masks were sold out everywhere. They were even sold out online. "We want the entire community to have access to a good quality mask that's also affordable," said Cindy one of the co-owners. “Everyone should have the privilege of … [Read more...] about Small businesses selling handmade masks during COVID-19
Quarantine life through the eyes of Remy
Former CSUSB student Jorge Razo is taking advantage of the extra time during quarantine to showcase his creativity. Razo has been generating memes involving Remy, a character he created in 2013, being stuck at home during this pandemic. Razo has enjoyed drawing ever since he was a kid. "As I got older, I didn't have the same free time to draw, so I set aside all my drawing supplies and forgot about them for many years," Razo said. "It wasn't until I started reading children books to my daughter that the idea to write her a book and illustrate it came to mind." In 2013, Razo started an instagram page and called it "wiidoodle" and used the platform as an incentive to draw every … [Read more...] about Quarantine life through the eyes of Remy
Q & A with former US Marine on life straight into quarantine
Since being discharged from the military in early April, Stacy Gonzalez explains how life has been difficult to adjust to without the benefits and pay she was receiving and the hopes she has of finding a job to become financially stable during this pandemic. Q: How long were you in the Marine Corps and what was your job? A: I was in for four years, which is one full enlistment, and my job was Supply Administration and Operations, which translates into Supply Chain Management. Somewhere during my two-year mark, I transitioned into finance and budgeting. Q: Coming out of the Military into the COVID-19 pandemic, what were some challenges you have faced on a daily basis? A: … [Read more...] about Q & A with former US Marine on life straight into quarantine
Impact of pandemic on stock market
By Emma Curtis and Alexis Ramirez Ever since COVID-19 caused nation-wide company shutdowns, the United States' stock market has been anticipating another crash. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, a market index that measures the stock performance of more than 30 companies, saw its worst trading day since 2008 in March, due to growing fears of the spread of COVID-19. Millions of Americans own stock in different companies around the world and could be facing a loss of shares, and possibly millions of dollars, due to the widespread halt of product manufacturing and distribution. Dan Hepler, a father from Los Angeles, owns stock in almost 20 companies and spends two to three hours a … [Read more...] about Impact of pandemic on stock market
Businesses slowly reopen in California
Many Americans’ concerns are rising now that California is starting to reopen in stages. While several Riverside County residents feel like it's too soon and unsafe to start reopening, others think it’s appropriate as long as it's handled with caution. Restaurants are slowly planning to re-open with restrictions, but employees fear for their safety. IHOP is planning to re-open to the public on June 1 in Menifee, California. Sara Denali, a server at the IHOP in Menifee, states that she still fears her job to re-open and get her kids sick with all the people she’s in contact with during her shift. “I still feel unsafe to start work again. I am a server and have the most contact … [Read more...] about Businesses slowly reopen in California
Local law firm adjusts to pandemic
The Law Offices of Roger A. Little is a small and personal law firm that focuses its practice on workers compensation, and they have been adapting to new work methods in order to continue functioning during this COVID-19 pandemic. “This pandemic really is a tragedy, and as a team we are learning how to move forward,” shared Janet Little, the office manager and wife to Roger A. Little, the titular attorney. The staff each have their own work stations and are equipped with all materials necessary for an office to run smoothly. “Being a paperless office is really helping us in these moments because we have access to everything though our secure accounts and our staff can work from … [Read more...] about Local law firm adjusts to pandemic
Students have epiphanies in the midst of social distancing
It has been two months since universities began to temporarily close their doors. Students were sent home for the remainder of the school year and continued to learn in an online setting. As students faced distress to what life would be like while social distancing, others started to realize new things. Freshman Pre-Nursing major, Ariele Regondola, said, “All I knew was that I had to move out of my dorm and go back to my actual household in Riverside.” Like many students, Regondola was left with many questions and so much uncertainty as to how the rest of the school year would progress. In the early stages of the pandemic, many people were simply told to stay home and social … [Read more...] about Students have epiphanies in the midst of social distancing