The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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

Features

Martha Stoddard-Holmes

Cancer battle leads Stoddard-Holmes in new direction

October 11, 2013

By Amanda Lenox Staff Writer Professor Martha Stoddard-Holmes is a prominent figure in not only the Literature and Writing department, but also to the CSUSM campus as a whole. Her educational background includes a B.A. in English from Cornell University, an M.A. in Creative Writing from the University...

A cheese steak sandwich

East Coast flavor: Cheese steak fans rejoice

October 11, 2013

By Anne Hall Staff Writer If you’re looking for great comfort food with a Philly flare that is true to its origin, The Cheesesteak Grill is the place to be. Even though the traditional favorite comes with three types of cheese, health problems with cheese can be easily avoided; just ask to keep...

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Digital Backpack: Super Note app makes class work easier

September 26, 2013
A cool app that students should throw into their digital backpack is called Super Note.
Students in the mountains

Campus Rec offers outdoor adventures year-round

September 26, 2013
Campus Recreation offers exciting adventure trips every month of the school year.
The Writing Center

Writing center offers new consultation option

September 26, 2013

By Tatiana Zavodny Features Editor Students looking for help revising academic papers have an amazing resource at the Writing Center on campus. Located in the library in Kellogg 1103, the Writing Center provides California State University San Marcos students a place to discuss and revise their...

professor Linda Pershing in her office

Fantasy, fiction inspire professor’s classes

September 26, 2013

By Amanda Lenox Staff Writer Professor Linda Pershing incorporates "Harry Potter," Disney characters and other literary and animated folklore in her classes at Cal State San Marcos. She talked about her work in a recent interview. Question: What is your educational background? A: B.A. in Religious...

Kamalayan Alliance CSUSM logo

Filipino student group expands cultural awareness

September 14, 2013

By Margery Uril Staff Writer Students that are interested in learning about a new culture, playing games, meeting new people and having fun should join Kamalayan Alliance. According to their website, (KA) spreads knowledge and awareness about Filipino and Filipino-American history and culture at CSUSM....

Clarke Field House

Fitness classes offer much more than exercise

September 14, 2013

By Tatiana Zavodny Features Editor Whether students want to lose those freshmen 15 or are just looking for a way to stay healthy this semester, fitness classes may be the perfect way to achieve their goals. The Clarke recently posted their updated schedule for their unique and exciting fitness classes...

Group of students international location

Cougars span the globe in study abroad programs

September 12, 2013
CSUSM offers many opportunities for students to study abroad and explore a number of different languages and cultures.
Flag ceremony featuring a military color guard

Student veterans reflect on 9-11, 12 years later

September 12, 2013
Sept. 11 is a day that brings back harsh memories, especially on a campus considered as veteran-friendly as CSUSM.
Harry Potter class in the works for spring term

Harry Potter class in the works for spring term

September 12, 2013
Fans of the Harry Potter book series can now take their experience a step further with the new course that will be offered in the upcoming spring semester at Cal State San Marcos

Student video describes life in the Quad

June 9, 2013

A new video created by Cougar Chronicle staff members takes a look inside The Quad, the new student housing development at Cal State San Marcos, featuring a peek at the rooms and common areas and interviews with residents. Check out other student-made video features at the new CSUSM Cougar Chronicle...

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