The uplift of the mask mandate brought back life to the local community of Rancho Cucamonga with families celebrating live music, food, and drinks at Haven City. The community was able to have a taste of old times after San Bernardino County made masks optional. With the mask mandate being lifted, there were many people who wanted to participate in something that made life feel normal again. On March 14, many people were intrigued by the atmosphere of Haven City Market and decided to spend their evening there. Inside, the market was buzzing with people examining the different cultural food and dessert options from vendors, thinking about which option to sink their teeth into. There … [Read more...] about Life returns to San Bernardino County after lifting mask mandate
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Dia Latino
By Elina Urrutia |Staff Writer| Come learn and experience Latino culture. Día Latino is a celebration of Latino culture, presented by Acto Latino and Los Amigos Spanish Club. The event will be held on campus, June 2 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the library lawn. Los Amigos Spanish Club is a student run organization that provides students a common interest in Spanish languages and culture. "Almost everybody has one view of what Hispanics are; that is the typical Mexican with the big sombrero and the big mustache and that's not who we are," said Valerie Salazar, president of Los Amigos. The club tries to educate other people on the culture of Hispanics everywhere. "We have … [Read more...] about Dia Latino
Great Games are Coming
By Marvin Garcia |Staff Writer| It’s game on! Set your hi-def television, get your best headset, and get the junk food ready, because this year the sickest, most anticipated video games will conquer your living room for months to come. “Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain (MGS5),” “Batman: Arkham Knight,” “Uncharted 4,” “Halo 5: Guardians,” and “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” are the top-of-the-chart releases bringing an uncanny, hardcore digital art package set to blow the minds of audiences. Of the above listed games, “MGS5” has been the only one that has already given a taste of what is to come in the prologue, “Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes.” While the prologue can be … [Read more...] about Great Games are Coming
Player of the week: Nicole Nobbe
By Jacques Lee |Staff Writer| In the classroom, Nicole Nobbe is just your everyday college student, but on the softball field, she is a force to be reckoned with. She was recently named the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Division II National Player of the Week for the games between Feb. 10 - 15. This award is given to the player with the highest batting average of the week. She received the award for having a staggering batting average of .721 going (16-22) over that week. This is the first time at CSUSB a player has been named National Player of the Week in softball. "It hasn't really kicked in. Everybody has been saying cool stuff about it, but I think it … [Read more...] about Player of the week: Nicole Nobbe
Innovative & fun apps galore
By Camillia Dababneh |Staff Writer| Android and iPhone users rejoice—the following apps may not have the most downloads, but pack a punch in utility and innovation. Oyster is a digital library that allows access to over one million books, with a monthly subscription of $9.95. Users call it “Netflix for E-books,” since it is a streaming service for books. While readers are free to explore a variety of genres, they still have the option of getting an expert recommendation from the application’s editorial team. If you love to cozy up next to a good read, Oyster is definitely for you. Once Oyster becomes familiar what the user is reading, it will recommend books … [Read more...] about Innovative & fun apps galore
Top 4 video games of 2014
By Ezequiel Ramos |Staff Writer| New video games are hitting the market with awesome new graphics; these new video games are becoming more realistic and enhance every gamer’s experience. One franchise that never ceases to amaze is Call of Duty. The newest installment Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare hit the stores on Nov. 3. “The graphics are seriously so amazing. With the new Xbox one and the new COD game, I’m set,” said student Samuel Rodriguez. The graphics aren’t the only new addition; Call of Duty enhanced their gameplay as well. New body suits that perform unthinkable functions, and new weapons that seem futuristic and unimaginable both come together to take warfare to a … [Read more...] about Top 4 video games of 2014
Coachella: Beyond the music
Joy Utterback |Staff Writer| Music lovers gather once again in Indio, California for the Coachella Music Festival which will take place over the course of two weekends this April. This year will feature a variety of artists including Grammy Award winning Lorde and Arcade Fire among others. Coachella is one of the largest music festivals in Southern California. In addition to the wide variety of artists, Coachella has to offer an array of food, activities, and parties that will cater to any festival seeker. From meat lovers to those who practice veganism, there is something to cater to you. According to the festivals website, “As in years past there will be something for … [Read more...] about Coachella: Beyond the music
K.I.S.S.- Keeping it sexually safe
By Diana Ramos |Staff Writer| February is National Condom Month. The Student Health Center hosted their first event called Keeping It Sexually Safe (K.I.S.S) on Wednesday Feb. 12. This event educated students on contraceptives and sexually transmitted infections (STI). Jeanette Montoya said, “If you’re not sexually active you can still participate, because this event is not meant to pressure you into having sex.” The event was to inform students, so when they decide they are ready, they will know how to take care of themselves. The event brought together different departments from CSUSB for the purpose of educating and informing students how to have safe sex. The … [Read more...] about K.I.S.S.- Keeping it sexually safe
National Orange Show: more than a fair time
By Marlyn Rodriguez |Coyote Contributor| Memorial Day weekend in San Bernardino County is unique among California counties. To commemorate the holiday, the city held the 97th annual National Orange Show Festival. The NOS Festival consisted of “music, food, world-class carnival and midway, indoor and outdoor shopping, petting zoo, pig races, circus and animal acts, hypnotists, clowns and juried art show,” as stated by advertisements. This year there was a new twist to the festival, which integrated a diversity theme to show the different cultures in our county. For some families, the National Orange Show Festival is a yearly tradition, for others it is just something to do on the … [Read more...] about National Orange Show: more than a fair time
Water polo falls short despite valiant effort
By Ray Beasley |Staff Writer| Despite an incredible comeback attempt during the final three quarters of the game, water polo lost their weekend match up on April 7 against Fresno Pacific, 13–15. The Coyotes were trailing Fresno Pacific 1–6 after the first quarter but outscored their opponents 12–9 over the final half of the game. Despite the amazing effort the Coyotes made during the last half of the game, Fresno Pacific handed the Coyotes their 26th loss of the season. Fortunately, there were a few standout players hidden amongst the heartbreaking loss. Misty Vu had an amazing game, leading the Coyotes in scoring with five goals. Her teammate Jasmine Duran, not far behind, … [Read more...] about Water polo falls short despite valiant effort