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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

Arts & Entertainment

A drawing of the local performer Carlz Barkley

‘Carlz Barkley,’ a local who loves the music

March 7, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer Carly Skeletoyer, known as “Carlz Barkley,” is a local San Marcos musician with a ukulele and admirable musical talent. Growing up with music was an integral part of her life, with her childhood-spent being involved in choir as well as taking vocal and...

Katlin Sweeney, left, at the 2013 Academy Awards.

A red carpet walk: The guest’s view at the 2013 Academy Awards

March 7, 2013

  By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor  It is the feeling that comes when you are surrounded by hundreds of people, cameras are documenting your every move and you are trying not to trip over the red carpet.   You are not a celebrity, but being at the Academy Awards gives you a taste of...

The Shuffle: Music mix for a Monday morning

The Shuffle: Music mix for a Monday morning

February 21, 2013

By Karla Reyes Staff Writer Monday mornings are always a challenge, especially during the winter. So to make these dreaded mornings a little more pleasant, this shuffle presents five tracks that will help get over your monday-morning-blues. “Cough Syrup” by Young the Giant Young the Giant...

Pianist Ching-Ming Cheng is a member of the CSUSM faculty.

Cheng plans piano recital, outreach to students

February 21, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer It could be said that there is only one thing more pleasant than a recital by a talented and dedicated pianist, and that is a free recital by the very same talented and dedicated pianist. Fortunately, CSUSM will be showcasing the latter at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26 in...

book jacket

BOOK REVIEW: ‘Sky Bound’ captivates readers

February 21, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Rating: 4 out of 5 Paws For readers in search of unique characters and a fast-paced plot, “Sky Bound” is a science fiction novel that will maintain their interest from page to page. Set in an alternative realm where the Earth is divided into three separate...

New releases: Movies and albums out Feb. 26

New releases: Movies and albums out Feb. 26

February 21, 2013

By Tricia Alcid Staff Writer “The Master” Starring the talented Joaquin Phoenix, “The Master” focuses on the story of Freddie Quell (Phoenix), a World War II naval veteran struggling through his PTSD and his inability to fit into the world. By a stroke of luck, he stumbles upon Lancaster...

Some good TV shows to watch on Netflix

Some good TV shows to watch on Netflix

February 21, 2013

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Editor “Arrested Development” 5/5 Paw prints Must Watch Episode: Season 2, Episode 3: Amigos! The most original and underrated comedy of all time, “Arrested Development” is a show that aired on the Fox network for only three seasons. The show is so unique...

Members of CSUSMs Catholic student group with Father Gregory Boyle, after his appearance on campus.

Father Boyle attracts 1,400 for night of laughter and inspiration

February 21, 2013

By Jessie Gambrell Staff Writer Father Gregory Boyle is a name that has been floating around campus the past several weeks. Boyle, a Jesuit Catholic priest, is known for his dedication to the service of the lost homeboys and homegirls of East Los Angeles County through his Homeboy Industries organization...

The top movies for singles on Valentines Day

The top movies for singles on Valentine’s Day

February 7, 2013

By The Cougar Chronicle Staff “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” (2003) This romantic comedy is centered on the premise of a bet. Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson’s characters develop a romance, unknown to either that the other has ulterior motives. He bets that he can make a woman fall in love...

The top five film love stories youve never seen

The top five film love stories you’ve never seen

February 7, 2013

By The Cougar Chronicle Staff "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" (2004) After Joel (played by Jim Carrey) finds out Clementine (played by Kate Winslet), his new, interesting significant other has had a procedure to delete him from her memory; he attempts to do the same. However, through reliving...

Comic Book Corner: The graphic ‘Grim Leaper’

February 7, 2013

By Faith Orcino Staff Writer With Valentine’s Day approaching, independent publishers Image and Shadowline has a comic mini-series that is “a love story to die for.”  Writer Kurtis J. Webe and artist Aluisio C. Santos co-created “Grim Leaper,” a four-issue story which independent comic...

Red Bull Thre3style U mixes things up for college DJs

Red Bull Thre3style U mixes things up for college DJs

February 7, 2013

By Jason Gonzales Staff Writer Being the Red Bull Thre3style Champion is considered to be a top honor amongst aspiring DJs across the world, but Red Bull Thre3style U gives student DJs the same opportunity to showcase their skills at a professional level. On Feb. 28, San Diego will host its...

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