The notion of toxic masculinity is gaining more prominence these days and I think it often gets misconstrued as some sort of attack on men. I used to see it this way, but I feel like I can help bridge the gap that might exist for those who are still opposed to the existence of the term. The first point I wish to touch on is that we first have to stop solely associating the concept of masculinity with men because any individual can exhibit masculine behavior or traits even if it is more common among men for biological reasons. However, the reason this point is so important is because it allows us to realize that toxic masculinity can be practiced by anyone, although it is predominantly a … [Read more...] about Opinion: Thoughts on toxic masculinity
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Students speak about CSUSB experience
By Nylles Vernon |Staff Writer| Students tell about their overall experience at CSUSB and which professors and courses changed their perspective on life. There are currently well over 20,000 students here on campus and most have had a very satisfying and rewarding experience regarding their education. Students are encouraged to take advantage of their education while they are students because it will benefit them for their entire lives. Kim Nguyen, an accounting of business major said that her favorite course was English 306, Critical Analysis Composition which was taught by English professor Kristen Macias. “I wasn't the strongest writer going into that class but this class … [Read more...] about Students speak about CSUSB experience
Honesty has been killed
By Erendy Torres | Staff Writer | Honesty is dead. It's not valued anymore. We are hypocrites when we say we value honesty and are bigger hypocrites when we say we don't lie. We are selfish to expect honesty from others, normally don't think twice about lying. We hide the truth from others because we find it convenient. However, after every lie told, we confuse ourselves trying to remember what versions of "the truth" we told to those we've interacted with. "[And] that's the point. We are all liars, and we all make excuses for our ignorance of the unconscious," stated licensed California psychologist Dr. Raymond Lloyd Richmond. Even important people that are considered … [Read more...] about Honesty has been killed
Community Counselor Center now taking appointments
By Aimee Villalpando |Staff Writer| The Community Counseling Center currently has openings for children, adolescents, and adult clients from campus and the Inland Empire community who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life changes, and other issues. For more than 30 years the CSUSB Community Counseling Center has counseled or referred more than 10,000 people. Since its opening, in 1973, the Counseling Center has run on the Academic calendar. The Center is staffed by qualified CSUSB graduate students and is supervised by faculty, who are licensed psychologists. The Center offers long-term counseling on a sliding fee scale of $5-$15 per session, which can be waived if … [Read more...] about Community Counselor Center now taking appointments
Crawford wins instructor award
By Stephanie Para |Staff Writer| Psychology professor Dr. Cynthia Crawford was “ambushed” Monday morning by President Tomas Morales and her colleagues who awarded her with this year’s Outstanding Teacher Award. This surprise accolade has been around since the 2013 winter quarter, according to Psychology Department Chair Dr. Robert Ricco, who nominated Crawford along with her students for this honor. “When we [psychology department] found out she had won the award, everyone felt that no one else deserved it more than her,” said Ricco. The Outstanding Teacher award is awarded annually to a professor who has been a tenure instructional faculty member at the university for at least six … [Read more...] about Crawford wins instructor award
Higher income opportunities
By Loydie Burmah |Staff Writer| There are several majors here at CSUSB that seem to be popular, but most of them do not gather much monetary success. Majors can be defined as concentrated areas of study in which a student can develop their academic as well as professional skills. On the Fall 2013 Quick Facts document provided by the Office of Institutional Research popular Undergraduate Majors at CSUSB include pre-nursing, psychology, accounting, and bio pre-med. Popular Graduate Majors include public administration, social work, and special education. “Our data is pulled from applications, enrollments, grade reports, etc., which are then provided to our office by Records, … [Read more...] about Higher income opportunities
Project CUIDAR offers new parenting courses on campus
Essence Dennis |Staff Writer| Project CUIDAR (Spanish for to take care of) is offering a multitude of parenting classes to those in the Inland Empire for their 10th year of operation. CUIDAR is a First 5 funded program at CSUSB which is, “A county agency that funds programs that serve young children age 0-5 and their families,” according to Laura Kamptner, PH.D., co-director of CUIDAR. “To promote the developmental health and well-being of children and their families, particularly in the inland empire,” said Professor Mark Agars Director of the Institute for Child Development and Family Relations when asked about CUIDAR’s goal. “CUIDAR is a course that consists of 12 sessions that meet … [Read more...] about Project CUIDAR offers new parenting courses on campus
Reduce stress with 10 minutes of meditation
By Diana Ramos |Staff Writer| Students worry about many things such as exams, homework, studying and sometimes jobs. They get to be very overwhelmed and do not know how to relieve stress in a healthy way. Meditating 10 minutes a day can help students be less overwhelmed and stressed. The Student Health and Psychological Counseling Center is offering outdoor meditation on campus Monday through Thursday. They offer two 10 minute sessions, one at 11:30 a.m. and the other at 12 p.m. on the Pfau Library’s front lawn. Zenhabits.net states that, “Meditation is the art of focusing 100 percent of your attention in one area. The practice comes with a myriad of well-publicized health … [Read more...] about Reduce stress with 10 minutes of meditation
December 8th 2012 Shooting of Bartholomew Williams
By Luz Hernandez |Staff Writer| A 38-year-old Cal State San Bernardino graduate student was shot and killed by campus police on Dec. 8. Bartholomew Williams died during an altercation with campus police, just after the CSUSB Commencement Ceremonies. The tragedy has left students, faculty and staff at CSUSB in shock. University officials have been holding open forums for members of our university community to express their sentiments and concerns regarding the shooting. They began having these forums in December shortly after the tragedy occurred. The goal of these forums is to keep an open line of communication between the university community and university officials regarding the … [Read more...] about December 8th 2012 Shooting of Bartholomew Williams
Prefering better bosses to better pay
By, Julia Matulionis |Staff Writer| A statistical study has shown that workers would prefer better bosses over better pay. A staggering statistic was released last month after a survey of Americans was performed by workplace psychologist Michelle McQuaid who stated, “65 percent say a better boss would make them happy while 35 percent choose a pay raise.” The majority of employees surveyed stated they were unhappy with their bosses attitudes and ways of conducting business and prefer a better boss to better pay. Leaders in the workplace have a lot on their shoulders: managing a team, concerns over the bottom line, and worrying about their higher-ups. But does this amounting pressure … [Read more...] about Prefering better bosses to better pay