By Janet Curiel & Arturo Brooks |Staff Writers| Q. What were your initial thoughts/feeling/reactions upon receiving the vote of no confidence? A. I respect the faculties vote, certainly I am disappointed, but I am committed to moving forward, I am committed to bringing the campus together, the faculty, the staff, the students most importantly, to bring us together to make this institution a better institution. Q. I was reviewing the resolution itself, the wording for “shared governance” is thrown out a lot, What do you perceive to be " shared governance"? A. Institutions of higher education is only as strong as their shared governance systems...You will be hard pressed to … [Read more...] about Interview with President Morales
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Considering No Confidence: Karen Kolenheiman, Faculty Senate Chair
By Janet Curiel & Arturo Brooks |Staff Writers| Q. Why does the Faculty Senate feel there isn't shared governance? A. Shared governance is a hallmark of university life. It is how ideas are vetted and policies and plans are put through the grist of collective consideration. The Senate and its committees are the bodies that do this work and ensure that the faculty perspective is represented. It is incumbent upon administration to consult these bodies as a normal part of the business of the university.Since President Morales’ arrival on campus, shared governance has eroded. Major decisions affecting the university have been made with little or no attempt to solicit faculty input. The … [Read more...] about Considering No Confidence: Karen Kolenheiman, Faculty Senate Chair
The forbidden zone
There has been countless accounts regarding the friend-zone; hurt and angry individuals cursing it, but it does not exist to begin with. By Stanisha Parker |Staff Writer| The friend-zone, a self-entitled concept, may have caused multiple incidents of people but heartbreak, but its existence is questionable. CSUSB students expressed their thoughts and beleiftswhether they believe the notorious "friend-zone" is true, or just another urban legend. Fellow Coyote, Chris Toppler* (pseudonym) shared his stance regarding the friend-zone. "It's not real. Either she likes you or she don't—and vice versa—it becomes problematic when the person that likes the other gets persistent and makes … [Read more...] about The forbidden zone
Student Perspectives on the Presidential Election
By Hairuo Yi |Staff Writer| With election day right around the corner, CSUSB students are discussing propositions and our potential president. Students have their opinions about Propositions (Prop.) 64 and 63, which discusses marijuana legalization and gun control. Some students agree with Prop. 64 which legalizes marijuana; they think marijuana is similar to alcohol or tobacco. “Marijuana being legal is not a bad thing at all,” said biochemistry student, Brandan Garcia. Students think Prop.63, which would require anyone who wishes to purchase ammunition to first acquire a permit, is unnecessary. Students also have comments about Prop. 56, which increases the tax on … [Read more...] about Student Perspectives on the Presidential Election
Skills employers wish college graduates had
By Clarissa Toll |Staff Writer| It takes more than just the knowledge in a specific field to be hired. Employers want applicants to display “soft” skills, or personal communication skills. According to Fox Business, recent college graduates are lacking professional skills that will get them hired in today’s job market. “Despite their persistent use of social media and texting, a top complaint from employers about Millennial-age workers is their lack of communication skills,” said Kathryn Buschman Vasel of Fox Business. These soft skills, also known as people skills, focus on the college graduate’s communication skills in interpersonal interactions and their ability to work in … [Read more...] about Skills employers wish college graduates had
A guide to impressing employers
By Glynn Guerra |Staff Writer| It’s time to start thinking about graduation and what you are going to do once June rolls around. As students, our biggest concern is finding a job that relates to our major. On Wednesday, Feb. 12, CSUSB hosted a Career Expo in the Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center. Sarai Maldonado, a career counselor at the Career Center, gave me a list of five suggestions to help students make themselves more likely to be hired: 1. Have a professional and enticing résumé. 2. Research and educate yourself about the company. 3. Prepare and practice for your interview. 4. Create a 30 second “commercial” on why that company should hire you (a … [Read more...] about A guide to impressing employers
Stars step out with the ADA
By Alyssa Gradias & Abigail Tejada |Staff Writer & A&E editor| The American Diabetes Association hosted the annual Step Out Walk to stop diabetes on Nov. 2. More than 4,000 local walkers attended, including the wonderful siblings Jillian Rose and Robbie Tucker who have worked closely with ADA ever since their older brother was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. November is Diabetes awareness month and currently there are nearly 26 million Americans who have diabetes. In efforts to raise awareness stars gathered up at the Step Out Walk for the ADA. Stars from the MTV hit show “Awkward” made an appearance such as Jillian Rose, Kelly Sry, and Wesam Keesh. Robbie Tucker … [Read more...] about Stars step out with the ADA
CSUSB introduces new doctoral program
By Angela E. Rodriguez |Staff Writer| CSUSB has announced that they will be offering a three year doctoral degree in Educational Leadership effective Sept. 2013. In earning a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, career opportunities from different areas ranging from: Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade school and district administration, Counseling, Social Work, Health Education and Educational Policy making to Community College Administrators/ Teachers. The three year program for many students is an opportunity for personal growth and expertise development in the field. "Doctoral program helped me grow as a professional and as an individual. I have gained a tremendous insight on not … [Read more...] about CSUSB introduces new doctoral program
The Chronicle chats with Bethany from Best Coast
By Marissa Mooney |Asst. A&E Editor| Coyote Chronicle: You were born and raised in LA. In most of your songs you talk about California, would you ever consider moving or leaving? Bethany Cosentino: I moved to New York for a short period of time and that's kinda what reinstated my love for California, was leaving and coming back to it. But I would probably never move. CC: What are some of the similarities and differences between Crazy For You and The Only Place? Bethany: Well the biggest difference is production quality. The Only Place is a lot more produced sounding. And the similarities are that the songs are a lot poppy. The way that I wrote was very similar and nothing … [Read more...] about The Chronicle chats with Bethany from Best Coast