By Jackie Monarrez |Staff Writer| Every ten seconds a report of child abuse is being made. Kappa Delta Sorority of Cal State San Bernardino volunteer each year to bring this statistic down by holding their annual Shamrock 5k run. This was Kappa Delta's sixth year in a row to hold this event; which was on March 5th. The run is to raise money and awareness for Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA). In 2015 Kappa Delta raised over $27,000 for PCAA and their goal for 2016 was to raise $30,000. PCAA helps nearly 100,000 families who have been affected by child abuse with their Healthy Families America program. With the money raised by Kappa Delta approximately 80 percent goes to … [Read more...] about Kappa Delta 5k earns $20,000+ for PCAA
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Greek misconceptions debunked
By Samantha Romero |Staff Writer| Greeks on campus, misconceptions debunked. When you think about Greek organizations on campus, what comes to mind? There are some people who see Greeks as extreme partiers, slackers, social conformers, and overall, terrible human beings who take up space on college campuses. While Greeks are cast in this kind of distasteful light by the media, that is not always the case. There are 17 different Greek organizations on campus and each of these organizations give to a different philanthropy they are actively involved with. For example, Alpha Delta Pi's philanthropy is the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Delta Sigma Phi's is the American Red … [Read more...] about Greek misconceptions debunked
Kappa Deltas host run for child abuse awareness
Marysol Guzman |Staff Writer| Kappa Delta will hold their third annual Shamrock 5K walk/run March 9 in front of the Pfau Library to raise awareness of child abuse. Kappa Delta does this charitable run to raise money and awareness for Prevent Child Abuse America (PCAA), a national prevention awareness campaign geared towards educating local communities about child abuse, and the Child Help facility, a national non-profit organization dedicated to helping victims of child abuse and neglect. Raymond Aguirre, a third time runner, said the cause was motivation itself to participate. “I work with kids and, unfortunately, I see first hand when abuse in the household takes place,” said … [Read more...] about Kappa Deltas host run for child abuse awareness
Greek life bonds students for a lifetime
By Marissa Mooney |Asst. A&E editor| The tables are set up and the Greek letters are standing as the campus sororities and fraternities prepare for recruitment and rush week. Fall quarter means the start of the new year and new students get to experience what college life is about. Events, clubs and organizations gather around the Santos Manuel Student Union to greet and welcome the new body of students. “When I am on my way to class or the library, I always see older students so involved and dedicated to their organizations and tabling outside to say hello and help the newer students,” said one freshman student. Many Greek organizations remain dedicated to recruitment and … [Read more...] about Greek life bonds students for a lifetime
Veterans Memorial Day tribute
By Desirae Contreras |Staff Writer| In their honor, CSUSB acknowledged our veterans from May 18-25 in preparation of Memorial Day weekend. On May 25, the Veterans Success Center (VSC) celebrated their grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony behind the flag poles located in front of campus. “The ceremony is very important because with the death of our former Coyote, Lt. Alejo Thompson, we have [numbers] of service members in harm’s way and we want them to know that the Coyote family is thinking about them and that we do hope for [their] speedy returns and that they’re always acknowledged here by the CSUSB family,” said Veterans Success Center coordinator, Marci Daniels. The ceremony … [Read more...] about Veterans Memorial Day tribute
Kappa Delta host run to benefit children
By Katherine Valadez |Staff Writer| Child abuse victims across America will benefit from over $12,000 raised right here at CSUSB, if a few Coyotes have their way. The Kappa Delta Sorority will hold a 5K run at CSUSB March 10 to raise money for the charities Prevent Child Abuse America and ChildHelp. Last year $12,000 was raised and the sorority plans to raise more money for this year. The funds will go to prevent child abuse and help victims of abuse. The Shamrock 5K Run/Walk 2012 is the last event held during "Shamrock Week," which includes a basketball tournament in the Recreational Center. Last year, approximately 300 people attended the Shamrock event. "This is our second annual … [Read more...] about Kappa Delta host run to benefit children
What’s Greek This Week
Ashlynne Macan |Staff Writer| Last weeks recap. The gentlemen of Sigma Chi Fraternity would like to thank everyone who came out to support their Broomball event. It was lots of fun. The Ladies of Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority are still tabling and opportunity drawing tickets this week to win a $25 gas card and other prizes. This week, the lovely ladies of Kappa Delta Sorority will be having their "I fell for a KD" event on Wednesday, Nov. 2 in the SMSU Student Union from 6p.m. to 9p.m. Gentlemen will be able to bid on a date with one of the ladies of Kappa Delta and then will go on an ice skating date with whom they bid on. all proceeds from this event will be donated to the … [Read more...] about What’s Greek This Week
What’s Greek This Week
By Ashlynne Macan |Staff Writer| Last weeks recap. The ladies of Zeta Tau Alpha raised awareness of breast cancer, which seemed to go great. Also the ladies of Kappa Delta Sorority hosted a “See a Flick with a KD chick” with local girl scouts troops and from the pictures I’ve seen it looked like they had a lot of fun. So what’s new in Greek life this week? On Mon Oct. 24, 2011 the ladies of Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority will be tabling and selling raffle tickets for baskets and an auction that they have coming up. They will be setting up their tables outside of the Santos Manuel Student Union 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wed. Oct 26, 2011 the gentlemen of Sigma Chi Fraternity will … [Read more...] about What’s Greek This Week
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