The coronavirus pandemic has certainly made an impact on the public’s health, however, the effects of the virus don’t end there. Thousands of Americans may find themselves financially impacted. These may include some CSUSM students and their families. If you are one of these students, please know...
With the COVID-19 pandemic spreading and no real end to the self-isolation period insight, you may find yourself with a bit more free time now that you are not having to attend classes on campus. Keeping yourself busy is a good way to get your mind off of the crazy things that are going on in the world...
With the threat of the Coronavirus outbreak get- ting worse, the world is experiencing a pandemic at the moment, and it is something, unlike anything anyone has experienced in a long time.
With these uncertain times that society is in, many people are having fears and doubts about the effects that...
Magne Wallacher, a graduate student of the CSUSM’s Master’s in Public Health, shared his opinions on how COVID-19 is currently affecting our communities. He believes that the practice of social distancing is necessary, “ …it is important to try and stop the spread because the vulnerable population...
A restaurant recommendation in the CSUSM orbit that I always enjoy visiting for a delicious meal is Cuscatlan Salvadorian Cuisine.
The eatery is in the heart of Escondido, CA between Kalmia St. & Juniper St at 221 E Grand Avenue. The Cuscatlan is an authentic cuisine experience. According to its...
Kathleen Carpio, Assistant Features Editor
• February 21, 2020
For Altaf Safi, the trip from Dubai to Southern California was an international journey filled with layovers at Istanbul, London and a final stop at Los Angeles.
Safi was born and raised in Dubai and while she considers it home, her family originated from Afghanistan.
She shared that many people...
President’s Day is one of those holidays that we often overlook. For students and staff, it is simply seen as a much needed day off.
However, you may not know the true meaning behind the break away from class. President’s Day is celebrated to primarily honor presidents George Washington and Abraham...
It is now a new year, spring semester is here whether you like it or not and many may find it difficult to get out of the winter break mindset. Here are some ways to get out of the vacation headspace.
Continue to set goals for yourself. Reflect on the goals you set for yourself last semester and see...
Kathleen Carpio, Assistant Features Editor
• February 7, 2020
Eating healthy may sound intimidating to all of us amateur cooks out there. It may also seem expensive on top of all the textbook rentals a student goes through in a semester but with a little planning you can eat healthy and pass your classes on a budget.
Try and make your meals as much as possible....
The holiday season is fast approaching and soon there will be time to relax and take some focus off of academic pressures.
If you find yourself with a moment of spare time and want to prepare for the holidays, then try adding some holiday decor to your home. Here are a couple of ideas you can try...
Marina Flowers (Pronouns: She/Her/Hers) was not always involved with student outreach. However, after transferring to CSUSM from community college, she has created and hosted her own featured events on campus.
Flowers is a third-year literature and writing major and women and gender sexuality studies...
The end of the semester brings many stresses and one can easily get overwhelmed. If you need to take a break from your studies or work, here are a few easy things you can do without worrying about the cost.
Spend time or check in with friends and loved ones. Even though you will be busy during this...
