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
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Sex talk ignites the university
By Arthur Medrano |Staff Writer| CSUSB hosts a night of sexual health and HIV education aimed to empower students about the issue. The event began with an introduction panel called Sex in the Dark, a time for students to address their concerns to experts while in a glow in the dark room. For students, this made it acceptable to shine their light in interest about reproductive health and safe sex that many might have anxiety to speak out. Topics like hook up culture, reaches out to how it has dehumanized people's sexual encounters and rather than being educated by their culture on this matter, they seek advice from resources the campus provides. Representatives from Planned … [Read more...] about Sex talk ignites the university
Pride Center provides peace
By Michael Isberto |Features Editor| The Pride Center at CSUSB is one of the many resource centers on campus that empower everyone’s singular identity and journey. Their mission statement states, “The Pride Center provides education and advocacy in order to develop a more equitable and inclusive environment by addressing issues of homophobia and heterosexism throughout the campus community.” Many students are aware of the Pride Center as a resource on campus, and believe it’s a great place to build relationships, as well as build up a community. The Pride Center holds many events throughout the year including, Cosmic Queers, Lavender Graduation and Gaymer … [Read more...] about Pride Center provides peace
Let’s Chill: Students hang out in San Bernardino
By Maria de Lourdes Campos |Staff Writer| “There’s no better university than CSUSB,” stated student Britney Allan. According to Allan, the reason why CSUSB is one of the best universities is because there are an enormous amount of places around campus where students can go hangout. These places provide students with stress free environments where they can unwind and de-stress. “I love the Woman’s Resource Center here on campus, because it is peaceful and friendly. Not to mention, that they have free Scantrons, which is great if you’re ever in need of some. They also have free snacks, chocolates, and condoms, so it doesn’t get any better than that,” stated student Shirleena … [Read more...] about Let’s Chill: Students hang out in San Bernardino
CSU Chancellor Timothy White speaks to CSUSB
By Cherie Brower |Staff Writer| CSU Chancellor Dr. Timothy P. White visited CSUSB, Oct. 6, to address students and faculty. The CSUSB visit was White’s seventh visit to a CSU campus this fall, and his third campus visit last week. The purpose of the visit, he said, was “designed to give me a ‘deeper dive’ into the magic that makes up San Bernardino.” As White’s speech unfolded, he thanked facilities keepers for keeping up the campus, and also gave a tip-of-the-hat to staff for their efforts in the function of CSUSB. During his visit to the campus, White stopped by the Student’s Club fair, as well as visited the new DREAMers Center, which he called “very inspiring.” White also stopped … [Read more...] about CSU Chancellor Timothy White speaks to CSUSB
Lack of resources could lead to war
By Andres Ibarra |Staff Writer| As the world becomes an even hotter oven, the demand for natural resources like water is rising and many fear the possibility of nations going to war over the declining resources. The possibility of conflict over natural resources accompanying climate change is hitting the poor the hardest. Retired Brig. General Chris King told Responding to Climate Change, an internet blog, that dealing with climate change is like getting sucked into a war that lasts 100 years and that the military will need to plan when trouble starts. “There is no exit strategy that is available for many of the problems,” King told the blog. “You can see in military history, when … [Read more...] about Lack of resources could lead to war
Criminal Justice Club on campus gets members motivated about possible careers
By Adrian Carlos |Staff Writer| Shots being fired and stress levels rising, sirens screaming, walking into a bullet-eaten house or maybe cautiously escorting an inmate to court. These are just a few of the things the Criminal Justice Club (CJC) members may experience in their future careers. The club is a resourceful, hands-on group of students who are involved with community service on campus and throughout the Inland Empire. They are committed to helping and assisting anyone interested in finding the information they seek about the field of criminal justice. According to club president Gina Adame, the clubs roster is around 120 students and is still growing. Deborah … [Read more...] about Criminal Justice Club on campus gets members motivated about possible careers
CSUSB’s Pfau library is a gold mine for students
By Jounghun Kim |Staff Writer| CSUSB’s John Pfau Library has many resources available for students. In the library students have access to group study rooms for at least two or more people to get their work done or to make group work more convenient. Individuals cannot hold a room for a group, and any individual occupying a group study room must vacate it if a group arrives. When walking into the library you can obtain help at the reference desk located in the first floor. At the reference desk, our librarians assist users with research, reference questions, electronic databases, print resources, general Internet searching and the Pfau Library Catalog. Reference librarians … [Read more...] about CSUSB’s Pfau library is a gold mine for students
CSUSB finds relaxation at The Body Shoppe
By Desirae Contreras |Staff Writer| The Body Shoppe is here for you. It’s a one-stop shop for relaxation and rejuvenation. The shoppe is open Wednesday and Thursday from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. and offers 5–30 minute chair massages in a spa-like room to CSUSB employees and students. The massages are given by certified therapists and only cost a dollar per minute. According to Valerie Merrow, Admin Support assistant, the chair massages are given by the certified “Hands on Medical Massage School” therapists in Redlands whom are linked with the Wellness 2 U program at the Loma Linda Hospital and now service us here at CSUSB. All of the massage therapists are under a contract with … [Read more...] about CSUSB finds relaxation at The Body Shoppe
Take advantage of hidden internship gem
By Justine Plemons |Staff Writer| For many of us graduation is looming around the corner and whether it is this June or December, we all have fears about what the future holds. Unfortunately, graduating from college doesn’t mean getting a job or a career. Once we walk across the stage and shake President Dr. Albert K. Karnig’s hand we are all faced with the question “Now what?” First and foremost, we all came to college to better our lives and for the chance for a better career than most. The second you walk through the doors of CSUSB you need to start preparing for life outside these walls. College ends a lot quicker than you think. CSUSB is a hidden gem of … [Read more...] about Take advantage of hidden internship gem