Many people enjoy taking a weekend trip with friends and family to the Las Vegas area. Soon, they will be able to travel from Victorville to Las Vegas in 90 minutes without the additional burden of parking a vehicle for several days, or the traffic concerns of the return drive back to Southern California on the I-15 with all the other weekend travelers. On October 23, the California Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank approved $3.25 billion in bonds to begin building a fully electric high-speed train between Victor Valley and Las Vegas. Private institutional investors will acquire bonds that will create the funds to support this enterprise which will be implemented by … [Read more...] about SB to LV in 90: hop on the train!
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World Wide Knowledge
By Monica Rosales |Staff Writer| The studying abroad program at CSUSB is offering countless opportunities for students to reach out of their comfort zone and travel the world. Imagine a world where traveling and getting an education is a combo deal. The Center of Global Management (CGM) is in Jack H. Brown Hall and the Study Abroad department is located in College of Education. Countless programs are offered every quarter for students who want to expand their cultural knowledge and while exploring, ultimately earning the education they need in order to become well-rounded graduates. According to studies completed within the U.S. and U.K., it was noted that students who took … [Read more...] about World Wide Knowledge
New York never sleeps
By Angie Burkhart | Staff Writer The distinct culture and historical—and equally breathtaking—landmarks native to New York City, such as the Empire State Building, the One World Trade Center, and the 9/11 Memorial make a trip to the state bucket list-worthy. Theologian and philosopher Augustus of Hippo once said “the world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” This is the mentality I have adopted and with the opportunity to spend my birthday in NYC, it didn’t take much convincing. Some have asked me, why New York? That question has always been easy for me to answer; I find it rich in diversity, cuisine, and more importantly, history. Nathan Blansett of … [Read more...] about New York never sleeps
Homework, school, WinCo
By Jessica Arciniega | Staff Writer | There is an estimated 80 percent of students who work while attending college, according to thinkprogress.org. But how many students can say they are required to travel for work while being enrolled in school? Adding travel into the mix makes things a lot more challenging. Here is my story: Balancing work, traveling, and school has brought much stress and sleepless nights, but I wouldn’t change it for the world because of the experience and learning lessons it has brought me. Let me start by explaining what my job is and what it requires. I work for WinCo Foods and travel for two week periods visiting stores in Arizona and Texas. My … [Read more...] about Homework, school, WinCo
Adjusting to life in South Korea
By Erica Wong |Staff Writer| It seemed like a dream come true when I got accepted to a school considered to be among the ‘Ivy League’ of South Korea. Yonsei University is one of the most prestigious schools in Asia, and attendance often dictates social status and determines the success of one’s future. Referred to as “SKY,” it is one of the top three schools in Korea, along with Seoul National University and Korea University. The ‘Big Three’ of Korea are synonymous with Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. Yonsei University is located in Sinchon, known as Seoul’s student district. Sinchon is a lively college area, with Ewha Women’s University and Sogang University nearby. There … [Read more...] about Adjusting to life in South Korea
San Bernardino express bus arriving late April
By Courtney Mata |Staff Writer| Omnitrans is creating a new $191.7 million sbX transit line that will create faster transportation. According to The Press Enterprise, “About a third of the route has bus-only lanes, and there will be an average of one stop every mile. That along with signals from the buses to turn traffic lights green, will cut travel time from Cal State to the VA hospital from 64 minutes on a regular bus to 39 minutes. Buses will pick up passengers at stations every 10 to 15 minutes.” The new sbX is intended to encourage residents and students to take the bus instead of drive. Students can still get free bus rides with their Coyote ID cards. “Go Smart program will … [Read more...] about San Bernardino express bus arriving late April
CSUSB student experiences University of Oregon
By Erin Posjena |Staff Writer| The term “studying abroad” often conjures images of far away places and exotic food; however, few people know that studying abroad can also mean traveling within the United States. Studying abroad, both nationally and internationally, can offer students the chance to immerse themselves into new cultures and gain new perspectives on life. Expanding your learning destinations can teach independence and offer students a chance to experience a different education system. CSUSB communications major, Jonathan Ng, chose to participate in the study abroad program on the national level at the University of Oregon for the … [Read more...] about CSUSB student experiences University of Oregon
Explore the world with study abroad
By Sung Wi |Staff Writer| If you’ve ever wondered about traveling around the world, meeting new people or trying new things, perhaps you should consider our study abroad program. The Study Abroad Program Center offers students the opportunity to study in other countries such as Asia, Europe and South America. Most majors are offered in the study abroad program with generally no requirements or prerequisites with the exception of a few countries and programs. Most classes are taught in English, so there is no language barrier in classes. There are three different lengths offered in the program: summer session, a semester and whole year. The summer program is the most … [Read more...] about Explore the world with study abroad
CSUSB students battle homesickness
By Jounghun Kim |Staff Writer| Once you find the reason for being home sick, the next measure you can take is to make new friends, be around a busy environment and keep associating with the people in your daily lives that will make you happy. Joining clubs, participating in campus activities will help you meet others and keep you preoccupied. Many of the Korean students on campus have taken it upon themselves to belong in clubs like the soccer team, the study club or the language exchange club. Enjoy your time alone. Whether or not you have friends around, you still can enjoy many activities with the company of yourself. Make a list of things you really like to do, such as … [Read more...] about CSUSB students battle homesickness
A New Yorker in Cali: Starting Over
By Angelice Romero |Staff Writer| When I decided to do the National Student Exchange program from Buffalo State College to CSUSB, I did not think that starting over was going to be the hardest part. Granted, I moved to a state I’ve never been in, a city I’ve only heard from TV and movies and a school where I knew no one. I went from living off campus in freezing Buffalo, NY to a dorm in sunny San Bernardino, Calif. not knowing what to bring, what the weather would be like, what I need for my dorm and so forth. I got to Calif. noticing that, dang, maybe I should have brought some of my coats, scarfs and hats from Buffalo. When I went shopping for my dorm … [Read more...] about A New Yorker in Cali: Starting Over