The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

Student Loans: Our Last Source

September 15, 2010
In today’s world, some American college students have no choice but to take out student loans to fuel their secondary education. With institutions dangling “instant” money accompanied with low interest rates, students have an enticing offer that develops debt very early in life.

Prowlin’ the Kitchen: Farmer’s Market Special: Bruschetta

September 15, 2010
Made from locally grown tomatoes and fresh basil from the farmer's market, Bruschetta is a tasty Italian creation that can be eaten as an appetizer, side dish, or hearty snack!

Fun, Fit, and FABULOUS!

September 15, 2010
ASI Campus recreation offers variety of fitness classes FREE to CSUSM students! Take your pick of Ashtanga yoga, "Cardio Kick," indoor cycling, hip-hop, zumba/salsa, line dancing, Jiu-Jitsu, or "AB. Blast"

Cougar men hold Master’s College scoreless in tie

September 14, 2010
The men’s soccer team took a big step defensively on Wednesday night, holding #22 The Master’s College to a 0-0 draw in double overtime. But they sure could have used former MVP and star forward Brandon Zuniga.

Penalty kick downs Cougar women in overtime

September 14, 2010
In the afternoon game, a controversial call minutes into the first overtime handed the Master’s College women the victory over the Lady Cougars, 1-0.

Late Comeback Comes Up Short as Men’s Soccer Falls to Westmont

September 14, 2010
Playing in front of a big crowd in Santa Barbra, Cal State San Marcos men’s soccer came up short against a good Westmont team, losing 2-1 on the road last Saturday.

Women’s Soccer Ties Westmont 0-0

September 14, 2010
#12-ranked CSUSM was held scoreless for the second-straight match on Saturday, but continued to play stifling defense, tying Westmont College 0-0 on the road.

Communications and Mass Media now declared impacted

September 6, 2010
Communications and Mass Media have now been added to the impacted majors list this fall 2010. A total of six majors are now impacted at CSUSM: Communications and Mass Media, both Bachelor of Arts, join Business Administration, Kinesiology, Nursing, and Human Development.

SLL encourages involvement: Students offered services at fair

September 6, 2010
The library plaza buzzed with new and returning students alike during the Leave Your Mark fair last Thursday, Sept. 2. Under a white tent sat more than 30 tables with representatives from organizations associated with CSUSM.

Social Justice Centers

September 6, 2010
Here at Cal State San Marcos, there are three social justice centers that are open to all students. These centers are places on campus where students can come together, hangout, do homework, and meet new people. They are the Cross Cultural Center, the Women's Center, and the LGBTQ Pride Center.

Prowlin’ the Kitchen: Oatmeal– so cheap, so sweet!

September 6, 2010
A delicious, hot comfort food, oatmeal is an incredibly filling, nutritious grain that can substitute as breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert. Here are THREE amazing ideas to help take your bowl of oatmeal from hum-drum to YUMMMM!!!

Living with What You’ve Got: A Helpful Guide for New Living Situations

September 6, 2010
We’ve seen it all: demented roommates, delusional landlords, terrifying bug infestations, overly friendly stray cats, overly friendly stray significant others of said demented roommates. Your college living situation will probably totally free of hassle. Stories of terror get around because they’re the entertaining exceptions, not the rule.
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