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Students, staff celebrate civility on campus

Students, staff celebrate civility on campus

May 9, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Avid campus members dedicated to CSUSM’s Civility Campaign were honored this past week at their annual end-of-the-year dinner. The Civility & Exchange Celebration, which took place on April 30, presented awards to the students, staff and faculty members that...

ASI offers students 'Finals Detox'

ASI offers students ‘Finals Detox’

May 9, 2013

ASI’s Finals Detox Event Students to get free study materials By Ryan Downs Staff Writer It is 9 a.m. on Monday, there is a paper due, then an online test at noon, then another paper due at 2:30 p.m., than two papers due tomorrow. Yes, one of the most stressful times of the year is upon us once...

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STEM program expands science program to local grade schools

May 8, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer Hands-on science education is something that younger kids are excited by, and anyone who was once a kid understands why. The CSUSM STEM program aims to inspire that excitement. It’s fair to say that to some degree, all of us are fascinated by science. However, children...

GALLERY: Therapy dogs a big hit with students

GALLERY: Therapy dogs a big hit with students

May 4, 2013

On May 2, more than a dozen certified therapy dogs visited campus as part of the annual “Pause for Paws” event in front of Kellogg Library. The campus visit was designed to encourage stressed-out students who are heading into finals week to relax with a bit of canine cuddling. The foundation...

Arts and Social Change students raise money for veterans

April 25, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Earlier this month, students had the opportunity to give back to the men and women who have served our country. In the course Art and Social Change, students learn how to become leaders and change their society with art. Students Courteney Henley, Megan Koelln, Shayna...

Take a walk through a vineyard to raise awareness

Take a walk through a vineyard to raise awareness

April 25, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor   People who enjoy good food, wine and walking for a good cause should mark their calendars for the April 28. The Our Nicholas Foundation (ONF), a local non-profit organization in Temecula that seeks to raise awareness for autism and raise funds for families...

Therapy dogs heading to campus May 2

Therapy dogs heading to campus May 2

April 25, 2013

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Editor   At the end of every semester, “Pause for Paws” is an event that takes place in front of Kellogg Library, where certified therapy dogs are awaiting stressed students to send some love their way. The foundation that sponsors these college-based events, “Love...

Busy month of Gaypril draws to a close

Busy month of Gaypril draws to a close

April 25, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer The month of Gaypril has been jam-packed with many amazing events that have blown away the students, staff and faculty on campus. While Gaypril may be almost over, there are still a few more opportunities to take part in the festivities. The Pride Center...

Hungry Bear Restaurant

Restaurant Review: Hungry Bear has great sandwiches

April 25, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer   Tucked away in a corner of Escondido near Centre City Parkway is the Hungry Bear Restaurant, a personality-rich and unique sub-shop whose notoriety has apparently managed to reach San Marcos. Hungry Bear is open most of the day and is usually crowded, a fair example...

Jessie's Recipe Corner: Chicken soup for the student's soul

Jessie’s Recipe Corner: Chicken soup for the student’s soul

April 25, 2013

By Jessie Gambrell Staff Writer It is the season of spring colds, flus, allergies and whatever kind of sickness you can think of during this last month of school. Well, I have a wonderful recipe from my mother that will set you back on track and get you ready for the finals ahead!   You will...

GALLERY: International Fair draws a festive crowd

GALLERY: International Fair draws a festive crowd

April 19, 2013

Story and photos by Kristin Melody Co-Editor Hundreds of students gathered for the 11 annual international fair held in Library Plaza on April 18. Organized by the University Global Affairs Committee, the fair features cultural booths and free food and live entertainment. The vent was co-sponsored...

Runner, actor, musician look at how sports and art connect

Runner, actor, musician look at how sports and art connect

April 18, 2013

The Cougar Chronicle Staff Sports and the arts may seem like very different subjects, but three Cal State San Marcos professors and coaches held a panel discussion March 27 where they discussed how the two disiciplines interconnect. Organized by Dr. Merry Goldberg, chair of the Visual and Performing...

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