The annual Dia Latino celebration will be held on Feb. 8 from 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Santos Manuel Student Union Event Center. With the first event organized ten years ago, Dia Latino is a collaborative effort among the Acto Latino and Los Amigos student clubs and the department of world languages and literatures. The celebration will feature tables representing all of the Latin American countries with information on the native languages and dialects spoken, notable people, traditional cuisine, music, and holidays. There will be sample food items at each table and a variety of Latin music, such as bachata, banda, bossa nova, and flamenco. Interactive activities that attendees … [Read more...] about Preparations underway for Dia Latino
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Surviving the Holocaust Event
By Saeed Villanueva |Staff Writer| Dr. Edith Eva Eger, a survivor of the Holocaust, spoke about her inspiring experiences living through one of the darkest periods in human history. The event, "Surviving the Holocaust," was hosted by the University Diversity Committee in the Santos Manuel Student Union Theater on May 16. Eger captivated the crowd of over 500 people. Eger, was only a young teen in 1944 when she and her family was captured and sent to the Auschwitz concentration camp in Poland. When she first arrived at the camp, she recalled meeting the infamous Auschwitz medical officer, Dr. Josef Mengele. Mengele decided which Jewish victims would be sent to the gas … [Read more...] about Surviving the Holocaust Event
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
Star War’s day
By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| “Star Wars” fans at CSUSB were able to celebrate a day recognizing one of the most well known franchises about good versus evil, “May the Fourth.” Santos Manuel Student Union (Student Union) organizations and ASI, offered opportunities their own ways for students to enjoy the day. For those unfamiliar with the date, one of the reasons for its existence is due a pun on the popular phrase from the franchise, “may the force be with you.” This is a common phrase used by the Jedi. During the middle of the day, the Gamers Lounge was changed from its usual appearance into a “Star Wars” nerd haven with tables, music and free balloon … [Read more...] about Star War’s day
Shared Stories combat Sexual and Domestic Violence
By Arthur Medrano |Staff Writer| "Stand up!" and "Fight back!" student chanted, as the event dedicated to breaking the silence affecting all genders and sexualities. The Women's Resource Center at CSUSB held their annual "Take Back the Night" event on Friday, April 21. A group of survivors came out one by one to speak out about their stories, telling the audience that they persevered and will continue to fight back. Each participant came from a different background and their stories unfolded emotions that struck every corner of the SMSU. Guest Speakers Yesika Salgado and Angela Aguirre, also known as Chingona Fire, shared their spoken word by discussing the social stigma … [Read more...] about Shared Stories combat Sexual and Domestic Violence
CSUSB’s gender inclusive bathrooms
By Jordan Ortega & Courtney Wilkins |Staff Writers| Facilities Planning and Management is currently working toward fixing the restroom signs on campus. The estimated completion date is spring 2017, according to csusb.edu. Since 2016, California voted to change the restroom policy for all genders to be able to use the same or a neutral restroom. The restrooms in all businesses such as this university need to be “single user restrooms.” Here on campus, the laws are being followed with the project already underway. “The campus has been on top of it as well as welcoming of the idea,” said Raul Maldonado, Pride Center Graduate Assistant. “The campus is making the effort to … [Read more...] about CSUSB’s gender inclusive bathrooms
ABC Dance
By Robert Klimper |Staff Writer| A few people may know that an ABC Dance usually stands for anything but clothes, which usually involves wearing outfits that are made from various materials. The CSUSB ABC Dance shares its name with this, but at CSUSB it stands for anything but casual. The event brought the night alive at the San Manuel Student Union with good music and allowed students a place to mingle on April 14. The CSUSB Program Board held ABC Dance, a Halloween event in the spring. “We thought [ABC Dance] was something different, something we haven’t done before, we wanted to give it a theme and we had never done an ABC Dance,” said Leslie Delgadillo, Program … [Read more...] about ABC Dance
Late Night with Pride
By Arthur Medrano |Staff Writer| CSUSB students were welcomed to attend this quarter’s Late Night with Pride in the student union. The event was held on April 7, and was a warm welcome back for new and returning students at the start of the quarter. The night consisted of watching movies, hanging out with friends and enjoying great food with pizza and snacks aplenty. Many students settled themselves in by lounging around on the couches and chairs provided. The social interaction was a great investment for all diverse students to make friends with great people, and advocate their beliefs that coincide with what the Pride Center stands for. Being one of several events they … [Read more...] about Late Night with Pride
A night to Speak Yo Truth
By Yesica Gonzalez |Staff Writer| Speak Yo Truth offered a platform where students could share their thoughts and recite their poetry and writing on Feb. 15. Students gathered in the Santos Manuel Student Union Events Center to hear their fellow peers express themselves in a supportive and encouraging environment. Participants expressed themselves through various art forms, whether it was through poetry or song, it was their way of sharing with the audience who they are. Students shared their experiences regarding love, politics and any personal matters. One of the performers, Jendayan Lee, recited a poem that described her personality and characteristics to the crowd. “I … [Read more...] about A night to Speak Yo Truth
SMSU potential expansion plans
By Emily Anne Espinosa |Staff Writer| The SMSU expansion project, "Re-invent," plans to re-purpose the existing Student Union and also expand the project north of the current building. "The current SMSU was renovated at a time when the enrollment was 12,000 students and today over 20,000 students are enrolled at CSUSB," stated SMSU Board Chair, Diana Hernandez Aguilar. The main purpose behind the expansion is the need to increase space and facilities for students, as enrollment and amount of daily visitors continues to increase each year. "Last year, our scheduling office turned away 185 event and meeting requests due to lack of space," stated Aguilar. In addition to more … [Read more...] about SMSU potential expansion plans