With the end of the semester fast approaching, you are probably super busy with finals, papers and exams alike. If you’re looking for something to snack on while you get your work done, here are a few healthy snacks you can easily make.  Dates filled with nut butter This recipe is super easy....

With the Christmas season coming up, many people will not be able to provide for their family in a lot of ways, especially when it comes to toys, due to the pandemic.  If you are looking for a few ways to help out those in need, here are a few places that you can donate toys to.  Hospitals: Many...

A team of five CSUSM business students have partnered with the North County based news organization The Coast News Group for their Senior Experience project. The College of Business Administration requires students to complete their own Senior Experience project to graduate. The goal is to provide...

If you’re someone with a packed daily schedule yet want to incorporate healthy plant-based food items into your diet, here are three relatively quick and simple recipes that can help you do just that without compromising taste.  The first item is a sweet breakfast meal to get you ready for the...

Thanksgiving is a fun holiday full of classic traditions, but it will look a lot different this year.  Many people cannot visit with their family members due to the pandemic. However, here are a few Thanksgiving-themed quotes to get you into the festive season.  Charlie Brown: “I can't cook...

These days everyone is trying to find ways to fill up their time.  Whether it be it work, school or a new hobby, keeping busy is a very useful tool in staying sane while stuck at home. And, if you make a bit of money along the way, it can't hurt.  This is the strategy that CSUSM alum Yvonne Villalobos...

Do you have difficulties accepting your accomplishments and acknowledging your skills? According to the American Psychological Association, “Impostor phenomenon occurs among high achievers who are unable to internalize and accept their success. They often attribute their accomplishments to luck...

With Thanksgiving coming up, the holidays are going to look different. Nonetheless, you can still have a small, safe and socially distanced celebration in your home with these festive drinks.  Make apple cider on the stovetop with “apple cups” For this you will need: one gallon of apple cider,...

What is rasmalai?  Rasmalai is an Indian dessert that may be considered as a rich American cheesecake without a crust. Rasmalai flows and melts in your mouth so well. It is similar to milk tea cake where the moist taste takes over the entire experience. Oftentimes, Indian people make rasmalai...

Mindfulness is becoming a bigger trend these days with the stress of the world bearing down on everyone. Some days you just need a break, a moment to unwind, a moment to yourself. And, since you’re rarely without your phone, here are a few apps that can help you practice mindfulness.  Stop, Breathe,...

With the fall season well underway, many people find comfort in Starbucks drinks (the most famous being the pumpkin spice latte). However, most, if not all, of the drinks that Starbucks has to offer contain dairy. You can request a dairy-free option but even so, Starbucks as a whole can be very expensive.  You...