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

photo of apple

Commuter students face healthy diet challenges

October 25, 2012

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer It’s time to tackle the question of the differences between the diet of commuter students and those living on-campus. Henry Hall is a sophomore who commutes from San Clemente. He occasionally gets fast food on his way to school when convenient, and buys...

Barbecue with steaks over wood fire grill.

Greek organizations give back to the community

October 25, 2012

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor For only $1 or a can, your free time during U-Hour could be spent helping those in need. On Thursday, Oct. 25, CSUSM’s Greek Community will be hosting Greeks Give Back n Grillin’. As part of the kickoff to Greek Week, the event will give back to students as...

Exterior photograph of McMahan House

Exploring the mysteries of the McMahan House

October 25, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell A&E Co-Editor To most students, the McMahan House is a mysterious, hidden house on the hill above the Mangrum Track & Field. This mysterious gem is a modern-looking event facility that was built in 2009 and was completely funded and drawn up by Richard and JoAn McMahan...

Sign for masquerade ball

Swirl on over to the Masquerade Ball

October 25, 2012

Jessie Gambrell A&E Co-Editor Dust off your ball gowns and suits, it is time for the fourth annual Masquerade Ball! The ball will take place 8 p.m to midnight, Friday, Oct. 26 in San Diego at the House of Blues. While tickets to the ball are no longer available, students going are not required...

Exterior of Prime Cut Grill restaurant

Restaurant Review: Prime Cut Grill opens near campus

October 25, 2012

By Alison Seagle Staff Writer Students looking for magic, great burgers and beer at a suitable price should stop by the newly opened Prime Cut Grill just across the street. The menu is full of great things to choose from, such as the Prime Cut Ale with the South of the Border Burger, which tastily...

student food drive photo

Kinesiology students, agencies feed hungry fellow students at food drive

October 18, 2012

By Curtis Bovee Staff Writer One thing is certain, there is an overwhelming need for food among CSUSM students. One in five North County residents has food supply issues on a regular basis, according to the nonprofit group Donate Don’t Dump. To address the crisis, a coalition of CSUSM student...

The Pride Center is hosting The Coming Out Monologues, a program where gay students can share their coming-out experiences.

Students invited out to ‘Coming Out Monologues’

October 10, 2012

By Melissa Martinez News Editor LGBTQ students will share their own experiences about coming out at ‘The Coming Out Monologues,’ from 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 20 at McMahan House.  The event has been organize by the LGBTQA Pride Center. Inspired by Eve Ensler’s confessional play “The Vagina Monologues,”...

A career expo for students was held on campus Oct. 4.

Career expo draws students, job-seekers

October 10, 2012

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer On Oct. 4, recruiters from various industries were looking for a few good students at the Career Expo on library plaza. As part of the many expos and fairs that CSUSM hosts, the Career Expo showcases some of the job opportunities college students will...

photo of art exhibit

Library’s Indian art exhibit challenges stereotypes

October 10, 2012

By Katie Sweeney Features Editor Students can find interesting information not only in the books at Kellogg Library, but in its décor as well. Since Sept. 25, the “More Than Casinos: California Indian Culture, Contributions and Communities” exhibit has been granting visitors an inside look...

Chris Ang, left, and Mirandah Thung are the new sushi-rolling team at the Big Cat Bistro on campus.

Sushi ladies on a roll at Big Cat Bistro

October 10, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell A&E Co-Editor If you’ve been in the Big Cat Bistro this semester, you may have see the “Sushi Ladies.” New cafeteria workers Chris Ang and Marindah Thung have been expanding the menu with new varieties such as Tsunami Combo Medium, Eel Rainbow Roll and Spicy Rainbow Roll. “We...

The interior of Churchills Pub and Grille.

Restaurant review: Churchill’s Pub and Grille great for the college budget

October 10, 2012

By Fredrick Misleh Senior Staff Writer If you are looking for a great place to hang out with friends that does not exceed your budget, then Churchill’s Pub and Grille is the place for you. Named after former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, this pub offers an extensive beer selection...

Photo of people at booth during U-Hour

What do you do during U-Hour?

September 27, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell Staff Writer Twice a week CSUSM devotes time for student interactions and mingling during the Tuesday and Thursday U-hour from noon - 1 p.m. In 2006, Cal State San Marcos proposed a program that increased campus engagement while meeting the needs of CSUSM’s diverse population...

Load More Stories

Comments (1)

All Sort: Newest