Student-athletes have had a delay in their success this past year due to the rise and impact of COVID-19 throughout the year causing lockdowns in certain cities and businesses shutting down to protect everyone’s health. Since the introduction of COVID-19, the majority of our local restaurants, schools, and businesses have been negatively affected. With the rapid rise in numbers of those being affected by COVID-19, the government limited the number of businesses and activities that the communities are allowed to participate in to protect our health. One major downfall college athletes faced and are continuing to deal with this year is the decrease in access to gyms, events, and … [Read more...] about COVID-19 continues to impact student athletes as on campus classes and games resume
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Undocumented Success Center director speaks on the struggles undocumented students face
By Fatima Gonzalez Undocumented students still face many challenges today. The pandemic only increase the struggles many dreamers faced. Jairo Leon, director Undocumented Student Success Program, has been involved in the undocumented rights movement since he was an undergraduate. Director Leon started his involvement in 2012, he has gone from being a student, being involved in community spaces to being an administrator in higher education. He also works in organizing affairs and finding ways to continue to advocate for undocumented students' support and immigrants because he believes in the transformative power of higher education which involves staff, students, and CSUSB … [Read more...] about Undocumented Success Center director speaks on the struggles undocumented students face
Students share their thoughts on social media
The impact of social media on students can be excessive, especially when most of them are busy trying to get their degrees. Many students have a variety of social media platforms. Although it may seem beneficial to see other people's lives, students struggle by spending their time looking to see what the newest trends are. Nataly Rees, a communications major, says, “I think that social media has a lot of pros and cons and removing it altogether wouldn’t necessarily get rid of the cons because those things are still present in entertainment and all around us. I think that social media offers a lot of evils, but it also provides people with platforms to reach out to others with similar … [Read more...] about Students share their thoughts on social media
Video games help students unwind and connect
A common notion of the video gaming community is that it’s mainly unproductive and destructive for college students. Multiple students share their stories on how gaming has impacted their priorities, skill development, friendships, and their overall lifestyle. Video gaming is a case by case topic, but some similarities can be found. CSUSB third year history major, Nathan Arguello, expressed that he averages around four to six hours of playing video games a day. He said his daily amount usually “revolves around his schedule for the day” depending on his shift at work, activities with his church, and wanting to hang out with friends. For most gamers, playing video games is an outlet … [Read more...] about Video games help students unwind and connect
Motherhood as a full-time student
At CSUSB, 63% of students are female. However, how many of those 12,167 students are also balancing motherhood? Alexis McCool, a 20 year-old sociology major, gives insight on being a full-time mom and full-time student. “It has been hard for me to adjust, but having a support system and knowing that I have people to help me has been a big help with adjusting back into school,” said McCool. Raising a child while attending college can be both a struggle and an incredible motivator. One thing for sure is that it’s a challenge, but it's a challenge that many mothers take to achieve their goals and provide their children with a better future. As a new mother to a baby boy, McCool … [Read more...] about Motherhood as a full-time student
Work, study, late nights, repeat: Students in PDC shed light on balancing work and school life in a pandemic
Working students of the Palm Desert Campus (PDC) shared the changes in their time management caused by the shift to online learning. “I used to work two jobs and now I only work for one, which is for our school,” says Vianey Abraham, a fourth-year communications studies major. Abraham said, “I worked for a small business in Palm Springs, but since we were all too exposed to the virus, everyone had to stop working in that area. My family got paranoid, so they told me to not return to work. They wanted me to stay home safe and healthy.” The paranoia over the pandemic caused millions of Americans to quarantine while simultaneously being at risk to lose their jobs. “It didn’t … [Read more...] about Work, study, late nights, repeat: Students in PDC shed light on balancing work and school life in a pandemic
Softball players cope with mental health challenges posed by quarantine
CSUSB student athletes on the softball team reveal the difficulties of learning from home and the toll it’s taken on their mental health. Student athletes have had a year of online schooling, sports and other activities. For many, this transition has been hard and came with a cost: their mental health. Kiki Foley, a junior transfer on the CSUSB softball team, discusses overcoming two cancelled seasons and her approach to coping with emotions during this time. “Ever since high school, I’ve dealt with generalized anxiety disorder. I’ve been able to find new ways to cope by relying on my parents and best friends as a positive support system,” says Foley. Foley sheds light on the … [Read more...] about Softball players cope with mental health challenges posed by quarantine
Advice: Six tips and tricks for finals week
We are nearing finals week, Yotes! Here are some tips and tricks to help you survive the coming week. Know your finals' schedule Take an extra look at your syllabus and make sure you have the correct dates and times for your finals. Something this simple can help ease the stress and help keep you organized. Study time Set time aside so you can review any test material at your own pace. Create a study schedule and decide on a time and day to take your finals. Study for your first test first and set priorities. Allow yourself some breaks but don’t get too carried away. According to Neurosciencenews.com, “In a study of healthy volunteers, National Institutes of Health researchers … [Read more...] about Advice: Six tips and tricks for finals week
Mental health resources available for student athletes amid game cancellations
As college athletics around the world have been affected by COVID-19, CSUSB faculty look for ways to help their athletes with their mental health. To most, the cancellation of sports last spring and this fall came at a surprise and disbelief. On August 5, the California Collegiate Athletic Association released this statement regarding fall sports: “Yesterday, the NCAA Division II Presidents Council announced the cancellation of 2020 fall championship events after it was determined to be untenable from an administrative and financial perspective, due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this news, the conference is still looking ahead to the potential of all sports having the … [Read more...] about Mental health resources available for student athletes amid game cancellations
Webinar hosted to break stigma surrounding mental health
CSUSB’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) held their first webinar to take part in National Mental Health Awareness month. The webinar, titled “You're Not Alone: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health for College Students” was an hour-long discussion tackling mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, that college students face. Mental health is more prominent in students, with more than 40% of students facing depression and 66% of students experiencing overwhelming anxiety. Depression and anxiety are some of the most prominent mental health issues that students experience over the course of their college career. From not knowing exactly where their future … [Read more...] about Webinar hosted to break stigma surrounding mental health