Growing from half a day last year to a full day event this year, the "COMM Symposium: Transcending Boundaries" brought together students, alumni, faculty and staff on May 7 at the San Manuel Student Union. "This was the first year where a team of 8 student interns put on the event as part of their coursework," commented Professor Jess Block Nerren, who lead the team of interns and organized the event. The symposium had 1270 registrations up from 500 last year and the lunch serving 175 people. The day started with panels in the morning and built up to the award ceremony and lunch in the afternoon. The ceremony honored Communication student achievements by awarding most … [Read more...] about Annual Communication Symposium Focused on Networking, Success & Gratitude
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Vegan Fresh Restaurant review
By Hairuo Yi |Staff Writer| A local restaurant for our fellow health connoisseur’s is finally here. Vegan Fresh, a restaurant that helps locals change their life style with more viable health choices for all consumers of food. Located at 24950 Redlands Blvd, Space K, Loma Linda, CA 92354, the restaurant hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday to Thursday, 11.a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday’s, then it is closed on Saturday. “This restaurant is not only for people who are vegan or vegetarian,” said Jericko Gonzalez, a Vegan Fresh employee. “I think it is also to let people come out of their comfort zone and try some new foods.” Virginia McAuley, the owner, thinks it is important for people to … [Read more...] about Vegan Fresh Restaurant review
The State Restaurant
By Jacob Strangis |Staff Writer| The State is a restaurant in the city of Redlands that is a must dine experience. The restaurant is located conveniently in downtown Redlands off Orange Street, just south from the 10 East bound freeway. The surrounding area it's located in is clean, well kept and is very welcoming for first timers and returning customers. As a bonus, there are plenty of stores to shop at after enjoying a delicious meal. The restaurant has a unique brewery look to it; there were Edison light bulbs hanging from suspended wooden planks from the ceiling, wild west-themed artwork on the walls and a giant bar with a wooden frame with a large selection of … [Read more...] about The State Restaurant
Welcome to The Green Shack
By Stephanie Corral |Staff Writer| The Green Shack Deli, established in 1978, offers a 10 percent discount to all Cal State San Bernardino students. It is a result of the owner Manal Iskander being a former Cal State San Bernardino student and wanting to show her support. It is located on 163 W Highland Ave San Bernardino, CA 92405 and has been voted best sub in the Inland Empire for three years in a row. From the outside, the area is a little intimidating; but as soon as you walk in the environment changes. Everyone including the owner, is welcoming and ready to ensure that you have a great experience at The Green Shack. Their menu varies from panini, cold subs and sides … [Read more...] about Welcome to The Green Shack
Sky Thai sends your taste buds sky high
By Jennifer Baeskens |Staff Writer| Sky Thai is a small restaurant tucked away between a liquor store and a super market on North Mountain View Ave. This hidden gem offers great, authentic Thai food at great prices. Thai food is usually the last thing on students’ minds when there is greasy fast food restaurants littered across San Bernardino. “I’ve been looking for a good Thai food restaurant close to school,” said Patrice Thompson, a Public Health Major at CSUSB. “This place is great and it is so close to school.” Sky Thai has over 80 different traditional Thai items, including Thai BBQ. The atmosphere is very quaint and peaceful and offers students a relaxing aura that let’s them … [Read more...] about Sky Thai sends your taste buds sky high
Santos Manuel Student Union celebrates 36 years
By Adrian Carlos |Staff Writer| A fully stocked nacho bar, an adventurous scavenger hunt and free iPad mini put a cherry on top of this year’s Santos Manuel Student Union (SMSU) birthday. The celebration was in honor of the SMSU, to commemorate its 36th anniversary. “One of the main goals for our SMSU birthday bash is to collect as much student feedback as possible,” said Alexsaundra Preston, marketing coordinator for the SMSU. Preston was responsible for putting this year’s SMSU birthday bash together. SMSU was incorporated in 1978. Since then, the SMSU has been celebrating its anniversary every few years, collaborating with all the centers and student staff that make up … [Read more...] about Santos Manuel Student Union celebrates 36 years
Off campus more beneficial than you think
By Brenda Servin |Staff Writer| CSUSB students shouldn’t feel limited to the food options on campus when there are many other places to eat nearby. For students who have the option, going off campus for lunch is a nice breather from the stress of school. Davon Meyers said, “I like going outside more than staying on campus eating, it’s more relaxing.” If you’ve got the time, eating off campus will save you money too. Say you’re in the mood to have a sub, most of the foot-longs at Subversions here on campus cost $7.59. Subway offers the same quality sandwiches for as low as $5. Another advantage of Subway is that you get more variety; they offer more toppings, types of … [Read more...] about Off campus more beneficial than you think