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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

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Things you may need as you start your semester at CSUSM: A back to school list for first time Cougars

September 15, 2014

By: Sarah Hughes Senior Staff Writer It’s that time again - if we were still in kindergarten, our would teachers have plastered the walls with paper apples and our parents would have fulfilled every item on a list that may have included pencils, paper, kleenex and 12 mysterious marbles. This...

Campus Break Time: 5 ways to spend your extra free-time on campus

Campus Break Time: 5 ways to spend your extra free-time on campus

September 15, 2014

By: Noelle Friedberg Opinion Editor Everybody dreads that day of the week when they have a four hour gap in between their classes. You can choose to leave campus when you have a break in between classes, or you can save some gas and hang around. If you decide to stay on campus and wait it...

Into the Blue

Into the Blue

Collin Vaz, Features Assistant September 15, 2014

    The alarm rings sharply at 4am. The occasion does not call for work or school; therefore, the grogginess that generally overcomes one’s senses at this hour is nowhere to be found. Pierre quietly grabs his duffle bag and ice chest and heads for the door. The pre-dawn energy...

Campus recreation calendar: Upcoming CSUSM events

September 15, 2014

By: Nada Sewidan Features Editor August: Monday 25th- Sierra Trip Opens, Flag Football Opens Thursday 28th- Karaoke Night @ Hawk’s Nest (USU) September: Tuesday 2nd- Kayaking Opens Thursday 4th- Free Bingo Night 4-8p @ CFH Friday 5th- Sierra Backpacking Trip Saturday 6th-...

Extended learning: CSUSM self-support division, Learning in school and beyond

September 15, 2014

By: James Massengale Web Assistant Extended Learning offers exciting opportunities to students that they may not be aware, or take advantage of. Laura Segall, Marketing and Public Information Officer for CSUSM Extended Learning, discussed the opportunities Extended Learning (EL) has to offer...

Faculty Profile: Meet the face behind the CSUSM Recreation Program

September 15, 2014

By: Courtney Jones Features Assistant Campus Recreation Program Specialist by day, student by night, Sonya Starr-McLin is quite the busy woman. Campus faculty member Starr-McLin creates and oversees programs aimed at promoting health and wellness, as well as student involvement here in Campus...

Restaurant review: Money night football in San Marcos

September 15, 2014

By Matthew J. Kuhlman Staff Writer/Photo Editor The iconic view of the internationally known Hooters marque never fails to rally up thoughts, images and memories of food, fun and sporting events. The new San Marcos Hooters location certainly provides for its patrons all of the above and then some. The...

‘Buds’ rather than just counselors: Ombuds Office works to make difference

September 15, 2014

By: Katlin Sweeney Editor-in-Chief Creating a safe space for students, faculty and staff to express their concerns and find pathways towards success is one of the highest priorities of the Ombuds staff. The Ombuds Office is a unique space on campus in which individuals can discover what resources...

Campus Recreation: Events, excursions offered

Campus Recreation: Events, excursions offered

September 15, 2014

By: Nada Sewidan Features Editor Zombie runs, ultimate frisbee tournaments, backpacking in the Sierra Nevada, karaoke nights at the USU- just a few of the many trips and events Campus Recreation has to offer. Campus Recreation encompasses fitness and wellness classes, outdoor excursions,...

Wear Civility on your shirt

Wear Civility on your shirt

August 30, 2014

QUICK FACTS: Who: Student Life & Leadership What: Student Org. Fair/Civility T-Shirt Day When: Sept. 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Where: Kellogg Plaza The Fall Student ORG Fair is an annual event geared to promote recognized CSUSM student organizations.  The collection of student organizations...

HIRING: Sales representatives for Cougar Chronicle

HIRING: Sales representatives for Cougar Chronicle

August 24, 2014

Love your school? Who wouldn't! Join the Cougar Chronicle student newspaper team as a Sales Representative for Sales and Advertising. It's a fun, rewarding job, and you will work with the best, most friendly team you will ever encounter! Give it a try, take a tour, learn the ropes! Email [email protected]....

FIRST MEETING OF THE SEMESTER!

FIRST MEETING OF THE SEMESTER!

August 24, 2014

We're stoked to see you the first week of school! Swing by our office at noon on the first Tuesday back for some food, meet the staff, and get started on the first edition of The Cougar Chronicle! THE DETAILS~ WHO: The Cougar Chronicle Editors, Assistants, Staff, & Newcomers! WHAT: First...

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