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A salad is a simple and easy thing to make on the go. Put it in a mason jar and it’s ready to eat wherever you are

Salad Jars: A quick and healthy meal

Sasha Anand, Features Editor May 10, 2021

Meals can be hard to make, especially when you have a busy schedule and are on the go.  Oftentimes, people sacrifice the nutritional value of food for the convenience factor. Salads are a simple and easy meal that you can put together quickly to enjoy on the go. This salad recipe is stored in a mason...

Senior music students will complete their capstone projects virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pictured is Sarah Lehman singing.

Music majors complete senior capstones virtually

Anneliese Esparza, Editor-in-Chief May 9, 2021

Ten music students specializing in vocal performance, composition, piano, bass guitar and more performed or will perform in three livestreamed recitals this month. An additional six music seniors performed their projects during their capstone class. Performances came from homes, backyards and CSUSM’s...

Cartoon: Not quite a Cal State Stair Master...

Cartoon: Not quite a Cal State Stair Master…

May 8, 2021

Carolyn Cheng is a graphic design intern for The Cougar Chronicle.  She is currently a third year student at CSUSM and is majoring in arts and technology with a double minor in video/film production and film studies.  Post graduation, Carolyn hopes to pursue a career in film or video game editing. ...

Cartoon: Congratulations Graduates!

Cartoon: Congratulations Graduates!

May 5, 2021

Melanie Ramirez is a graphic design intern for The Cougar Chronicle. She is currently a junior at CSUSM as an arts and technology major. Melanie hopes to work in the entertainment industry after graduating. She enjoys watching films and shooting photos and loves to indulge in a good book.

 Repurposing an old T-shirt into a pillowcase is a great way to take a break from stress and a great way to show off those T-shirts that are taking up space in your closet.

Try out these crafts to decorate your home

Sasha Anand, Features Editor May 3, 2021

As the semester is winding down, things may be getting more stressful. If you are looking for a way to relax, here are a few quick and easy crafts you can do.  Make a pillow cover out of a T-shirt If you have an old T-shirt that you like but dont think you’ll wear, make it into a pillow case...

Cartoon: Counting down the days

Cartoon: Counting down the days

April 30, 2021

Melanie Ramirez is a graphic design intern for The Cougar Chronicle. She is currently a junior at CSUSM as an arts and technology major. Melanie hopes to work in the entertainment industry after graduating. She enjoys watching films and shooting photos and loves to indulge in a good book.

CSUSM is only permitting 2020-2021 graduates to bring two guests to prevent COVID cases from spreading.

Graduating students share thoughts on two-guest limit for commencement

Jaelyn Decena, A&E Editor April 30, 2021

CSUSM’s Office of the President sent out emails announcing that they are hosting a traditional in-person graduation ceremony on March 19. The graduation ceremonies will take place on May 22 and 23, planning to celebrate the graduating classes of 2020 and 2021.  The pandemic has revealed the grit...

VIDEO: Cougar Showcase Ep. 5: John McAndrew

April 27, 2021

CSUSM student John McAndrew talks about his passion for collecting records (he currently has over 1,200). Brian Gallegos is a photography/graphic design intern for The Cougar Chronicle. He is currently a senior at CSUSM as a visual performing arts & tech major. After college, Brian hopes to work...

CSUSM student Gyanna Downey has a passion for photography.

Cougar of the Week: Q&A with CSUSM student Gyanna Downey

Marbella Ramirez, Assistant Features Editor April 26, 2021

Gyanna Downey is a talented second year student majoring in psychology and minoring in visual arts. Read this Q&A to learn more about her artistic journey in photography and to get a sneak peek at her future projects. When did your interest in photography start? What inspired you then? My friend...

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Pamper your pooch with this simple dog treat recipe. It only requires three ingredients and your pup is sure to enjoy it.

Treat your pup to this delicious snack

Sasha Anand, Features Editor April 26, 2021

Dogs are said to be man’s best friend and everyone wants to spoil their dogs once in a while. If you are looking for a way to pamper your pooch, here is a very simple dog treat recipe you can make with just five ingredients.  Ingredients For this recipe you will need peanut butter, pumpkin puree,...

Cartoon: The best of years, the worst of years

Cartoon: The best of years, the worst of years

April 23, 2021

Carolyn Cheng is a graphic design intern for The Cougar Chronicle.  She is currently a third year student at CSUSM and is majoring in arts and technology with a double minor in video/film production and film studies.  Post graduation, Carolyn hopes to pursue a career in film or video game editing. ...

VIDEO: Cougars on the Run: Professor Damon Stevens discusses his thoughts on return to campus

April 18, 2021

Professor Damon Stevens shares his opinions on the possibility of returning to campus in the fall semester.  

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