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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,”...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...