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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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Arts & Entertainment

Ariana Grande released her sixth album Positions on Oct. 30.

Ariana Grande’s album Positions gives a chill listening experience

Magali Castillo, Staff Writer November 7, 2020

With the release of her sixth studio album Positions, Ariana Grande is not taking a break, choosing to give her fans new music even during quarantine. Positions has very chill tracks that can be listened to while studying, doing homework or just vibing.  In Positions, Grande showcases her talent...

The CHABSS Staff Pick was a photo submission entitled
Man Baby by art, media & design major Benjamin Smiljkovich.

CHABSS Voices “Life in a Pandemic” winners

November 6, 2020

CHABSS Voices is a monthly creative contest hosted by the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences during the 2020-21 academic year. CHABSS faculty, CHABSS majors or minors and students enrolled in at least one CHABSS-focused course are eligible. Each monthly contest will have...

CSUSM alumnus Jake Northington’s exhibition “Chasing Andromeda” is now on display on the library’s website.

Alumnus’ photo exhibit emphasizes and celebrates Black beauty

Jaelyn Decena, A&E Editor October 25, 2020

Although access to campus is limited due to COVID-19 restrictions, local artists such as CSUSM alumnus Jake Northington are able to display their work virtually.  Northington’s latest work, a photo exhibition called “Chasing Andromeda,” is on display on the Kellogg Library’s website during...

The Chronicle Entertainment Rundown

Book: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe Benjamin Alire Sáenz’s novel Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe dives into existential crises, friendship, family dynamics, sexuality and bicultural identity. The novel unfolds through Dante, a teenage boy...

Mexican Gothic creates ample representation for Mexican women.

Mexican Gothic offers a creepy fall read

Ariel Lopez, Assistant A&E Editor October 24, 2020

For those looking for a modern Gothic novel with Mexican representation, multi-genre author Sylvia Moreno-Garcia’s 2020 novel Mexican Gothic is the book you are looking for! Trigger Warning: This book contains sexual assault.  Set in the 1950s, the story follows Noemi Taboada, a young Mexican socialite...

The Babysitter: Killer Queen is now available to stream on Netflix.

The Babysitter: Killer Queen brings nonsensical humor and blood

Kat Parra, Staff Writer October 24, 2020

With the pandemic still going, streaming services have become the safest and most reliable method of watching a new movie. Now that Halloween is just around the corner, Netflix is releasing films that are perfect for nights at home.  The Netflix original The Babysitter: Killer Queen, sequel to The...

Cougar Corner

Maria Jungers, Assistant Opinion Editor October 24, 2020

Change   Half undressed trees Sprinkling silver-colored  Crispy leaves  Around their roots Colorless houses Sinking buildings  And blind skies Sharp and twisted wind  Invading under my skin Sun hides  Sitting on the umbrella of heavy clouds In this field I...

These eight movies will be perfect to watch during your quarantined Halloween.

8 spooky films for your Halloween quarantine

Angelica Cervantes, Staff Writer October 24, 2020

Psycho (1960): This classic Alfred Hitchcock film from the 60s is the foundation for many horror films today. Slasher films like Halloween and Friday the 13th derive much of their inspiration from this film.  Psycho centers around a psychopath who is nothing like what people expect him to be. With...

CHABSS Voices “Get Out the Vote” winners

October 13, 2020

CHABSS Voices is a monthly creative contest hosted by the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences during the 2020-21 academic year. CHABSS faculty, CHABSS majors or minors and students enrolled in at least one CHABSS-focused course are eligible. Each monthly contest will have a new...

CSUSM Arts & Lectures hosted an event featuring dancer, director and choreographer Raja Feather Kelly on Oct. 1.

Arts & Lectures hosts dancer and creator who brings intersectional identity to life

Jaelyn Decena, A&E Editor October 11, 2020

The Arts & Lectures series hosted an event with dancer, director and choreographer Raja Feather Kelly titled “Honest Reactions to Imaginary Situations” on Oct. 1.  Kelly uses creative expression to explore concepts such as gender, racism and LGBTQ+ identity. Through dance performances and...

Enola Holmes is now available to stream on Netflix.

Enola Holmes redefines feminism

Angelica Cervantes, Staff Writer October 11, 2020

The film Enola Holmes is a tale of rebellion and adventure within the universe of Sherlock Holmes.  Enola, played by Millie Bobby Brown, is a young woman with a brilliant mind whose talent lies in the meaning of words and ciphers. She is caught amidst familial troubles, England’s political reform...

The Chronicle Entertainment Rundown

Kat Parra, David Faketty, and Esabel Sadek October 10, 2020

TV Show: Away Netflix released a new show that dives into the lives of an international crew from all around the world with one mission: to land on Mars. The show revolves around Emma Green (Hilary Swank). Emma and her crew members become closer to one another yet are confronted with numerous...

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