This quarantine has given people more free time and the ability to eat whenever one wants. Because of social distancing practices, some people find it harder to keep a healthy diet at home. While the temptation to eat can be higher, reaching for healthy food instead of junk food is the goal. According to Samantha Byers, who is a PhD student in Biomedical Sciences, her food choices have slightly changed since she moved back home with her parents. "My breakfast has remained the same (oatmeal) but my lunches and dinner differ a lot," Byers says. Byers used to meal prep for her lunches, whereas now she has either leftovers or tries to heat up a quick meal. Before she moved back, she … [Read more...] about Healthy alternatives to daily meals
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Second wave of shops opened across campus
After last year's grand opening of shops at University Parkway, the second wave of shops have recently opened, expanding students' food options. The grand opening of the second phase of shops on University Parkway took place on January 11, 2020, and was located on Northpark Blvd., right across from CSUSB. This event started at 12p.m and finished at 3 p.m. The new shops that opened were Fire Wings, VCA Northside Animal Hospital, Afters Ice Cream, Asian Fusion Eatery, and Poketology. This event was open to everybody and many people came out to celebrate this grand opening. There was free samples of food and drinks, life-size games, photo stations, a balloon artist, face painting and … [Read more...] about Second wave of shops opened across campus
San Bernardino FoodFest promotes local businesses
San Bernardino FoodFest has returned for the new year. The event was hosted on Saturday, January 18, 2020, and it featured loads of local cuisine, businesses, art, and live entertainment! These monthly events have been uniting and celebrating San Bernardino's community for over a year now. The event was and will continue to be a host to several local food vendors, with options for anyone and everyone. Some of the options included fresh barbecue for the meat-eaters and vegan pizza and pastries for the more plant-based members of the community. Local artist, Dontrell Jackson (@artrelluhmillion), explained how he was invited back to the festival after his last appearance … [Read more...] about San Bernardino FoodFest promotes local businesses
SMSU expansion
The 90-million-dollar expansion of the San Manuel Student Union (SMSU) construction promises new activities and student spaces by August of 2021. The amenities and resources included in the plan of the new SMSU are based on student opinions gathered in person and via surveys. The expansion of the SMSU includes a new three-story building directly across from the current student union building. There will be a pub with outdoor seating, game room, eight-lane bowling alley, dining and lounge space, and a new bookstore on the first floor. The second and third floors will have a multi-purpose conference center, offices for the Associated Students Inc., student government, cultural … [Read more...] about SMSU expansion
123 Farm Olive Festival
123 Farm is an organic farm at Highland Springs Ranch & Inn in Cherry Valley, CA, that has been established since 1854. The farm creates its own organic products, raises livestock, offers school field trips/programs, and hosts several seasonal events. During the Fall season, they offer the Olive Festival and the Pumpkin Patch on selected weekends. The weekends this year were October 18-20 and 25-27. The Olive Festival is an event where the farm celebrates the olive fruit and shares its health benefits. The crop of olives on the farm is harvested in October every year by staff and local volunteers. The olives are pressed the day after harvesting. The farm has over 750 olive … [Read more...] about 123 Farm Olive Festival
Guide to Vegan-brunch
I have noticed some automatically assume vegan food is a plate of vegetables and are afraid to try it. When in reality you might have a meal at a restaurant and not realize it's entirely plant-based. It's that good. "What do you eat if you're vegan?" Most asked question ever. I have made looking for the best vegan brunch locations my newest hobby. This is a guide to some trendy locations around Los Angeles. I am starting off the list with CATCH, Los Angeles. Catch is a rooftop bar/restaurant. Stated in their website, "CATCH LA keeps it fresh, incorporating local and sustainable ingredients wherever possible as it cultivates a menu mix of Catch classics like the Catch Roll, … [Read more...] about Guide to Vegan-brunch
Students, Administrators, and Legislators Rally to Fix Financial Aid
The rise of housing costs for students of CSUSB is one of the factors leading to a higher rate of homelessness for students here, commented Madeline Zhuo, an employee at a food pantry, in response to the topics raised by the rally in Sacramento. On Feb. 20 student leaders, college executives, and legislators rallied at the state capital for financial aid reform to combat food insecurity, lack of shelter, and wellbeing issues that plague California college students. Mia Kagianas, president of the Cal State Student Association, struck at the heart of the issue during her opening remarks. “Our state and our nation are experiencing a higher education renaissance,” Kagianas said. “Issues … [Read more...] about Students, Administrators, and Legislators Rally to Fix Financial Aid
Twenty 2 Salute Hits Down N’ Dirty
Twenty 2 Salute is a Hard Rock band from the Inland Empire who started off as "The League" but later changed it to be more unique. The lead singer and guitarist Michael Schoon, bass player Mark Schoon, and drummer Raul Padilla known as J, performed at the Down N' Dirty Festival on the weekend of January 18th at the Adelanto Stadium in California. The two brothers have been surrounded by music their whole lives so it was given that one day this would be something they do together. "Our father was in a band growing up, he was in a rock band and he was a singer so it became our normal life to be in a band and we love music," said Mike Schoon. There were about 1,000 music … [Read more...] about Twenty 2 Salute Hits Down N’ Dirty
Homecoming Celebrations
Coordinated by the Office of Student Engagement, CSUSB had its annual Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 21, as a way to bring students, alumni, staff and community members together to celebrate what it is like to be a Coyote. “The purpose of Homecoming is celebration,” said Alumni Engagement Coordinator, Crystal Wymer-Lucero. Wymer-Lucero says the event is significant because it brings together everybody and it is also a tradition.“We’re here to celebrate what it means to be a coyote and honor everything we’ve done over the last years,” said Wymer-Lucero.This year's homecoming celebration had over 1,000 members of the Coyote Family.The day was commenced with the Homecoming Bash, which took … [Read more...] about Homecoming Celebrations
24/7 Study Space
By Samantha Flores |Staff Writer| Technology Services is in the process of providing a 24-hour study space for all students. The purpose of this study space is to give our students another quiet study area on campus that would be open all the time during regular quarters, according to Dr. Samuel Sudhakar, Vice President Information Technology Services. The study space, popularly known as 'The Wedge', is currently open from 6 a.m. to midnight Monday through Friday, until the 24/7 hours of operation are officially implemented. "I think its great because there is no time limit, no interruptions, you don't have to worry about the place closing for the night," said student Alejandra … [Read more...] about 24/7 Study Space