Patricia Reily, Director of the Veterans Center, dedicated 20 years of her life to the Navy before retiring as a commander, giving up what she loved most in order to be with her family.
Reily received her bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Minnesota with a minor in...
Tiffany Tren, Assistant Opinion Editor
• November 13, 2015
Being a full-time student is no easy task, especially when also taking on the roles of being a parent and servicemember. However, veteran Kristina Johnson has managed to successfully balance her roles with strength, hard work and determination.
Johnson became pregnant with her first...
As a daughter of migrant workers, Claudia Oreegal was well aware of her family's financial situation, and saw the military as an outlet to escape poverty and better herself.
Oreegal was stationed at Camp Pendleton while she served in the Marine Corps from 1999 to 2003, a time in which...
While deployed overseas, Lance Corporal Erik Galvan’s life was changed in an instant. One moment he was fine, the next he’d stepped on an IED, an improvised explosive device.
Galvan served in the United States Marine Corps from 2009 to 2013.
As a young adult, Galvan found in the...
Briana Osuna, Student Life Reporter
• November 12, 2015
The Student Veteran Organization (SVO) welcomes all veterans of the Armed Forces and aims to provide its members with a supportive environment and tools needed to succeed.
SVO is often confused with the Veterans Center, and while they collaborate on events and activities, they are not...
Sigma Alpha Epsilon is a fraternity on campus whose members strive to be true gentlemen.
One of their previous philanthropy chairs, Tim Kelly, told us that his main goal this year is to get more involved in other Greek organizations’ philanthropy events. Sigma Alpha Epsilon members...
As the son of parents who escaped poverty and homelessness, Arnold Burgos knows the importance of earning an education and intends on seeking his full potential.
Burgos graduated in May 2015, receiving his bachelor's degree in Criminology and Justice Studies.
Being a first generation...
Cory Kay, Assistant Features Editor
• October 29, 2015
Ash Fogle, a passionate and insightful professor in CSUSM’s Communication Department, urges students to think innovatively and make connections both within and outside the classroom.
Fogle began teaching at CSUSM in 2011, and has primarily taught classes within the Communication Department,...
Ciara Walker, Assistant Features Editor
• October 29, 2015
At nine months pregnant, Jennifer Echeverria is determined to see her education through and not let society's views on pregnant, college mothers discourage her from succeeding at her goals.
In the beginning of fall 2015, Echeverria made it her mission to notify her professors about...
When new Air Force recruit Nathan Zulim stepped off the bus for basic training in San Antonio, Texas, the first thing he heard was his instructor loudly yelling orders. He was in for an interesting ride.
At the age of 18, Zulim embarked on a new journey as he ventured out to explore...
Marissa McShane, Greek Corner Assistant Editor
• October 29, 2015
The sisters of Alpha Chi Omega have been Real Strong Women on our campus ever since they joined on March 18, 1995.
Alpha Chi Omega is the first musical sorority on our campus making one of their symbols a lyre, along with pearls. The mission statement of Alpha Chi is “Together let...
This fall season, accessories, mainly, jewelry, have gotten trendier and on point with the return of classical pieces.
This change incorporates them into edgier styles; the fashion runways showcase these new and retro trends, giving them a touch of flair.
According to Vogue magazine,...
