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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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Staircase on campus

Steps to the 15: Campus stairs keep students in shape

September 27, 2012

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer One look upon the San Marcos campus and it is clear what stands out. Steps upon steps leading up to higher places, and there is no metaphor about it. CSUSM, often referred to as CSU Stair Master, and its flights of stairs seem to be an acquired taste....

Fall fitness classes a fun way to stay active

Fall fitness classes a fun way to stay active

September 27, 2012

By Karla Reyes Staff Writer CSUSM students are offered a variety of free fitness classes and elite fitness classes at The Clark from Sept. 17 through Dec. 7. Every semester, Campus Recreation and The Clarke team up to provide students with a variety of classes, including: Abs Blast, Ashtanga...

Members of the Alpha Xi Delta sorority.

Sorority Alpha Xi Delta works to create good in the community

September 27, 2012

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Of the fundamental reaons that Alpha Xi Delta is so successful is leadership and sense of community. This year, the sorority plans to continue their tradition of giving back to its community through philanthropic events and sisterhood activities. One way they...

Recruitment signs for on-campus sororities, including the new chapter of Alpha Omicron Pi, center.

CSUSM welcomes its newest sorority: Alpha Omicron Pi

September 27, 2012

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Finding a solid support system in college is essential to success, and the women of Alpha Omicron Pi exemplify the qualities necessary to help young women on the path to greatness. In the chapter’s inaugural year at CSUSM, Alpha Omicron Pi has constructed...

Quad apartment buildings photo

Choosing campus housing: The QUAD vs. UVA?

September 12, 2012

By Melissa Martinez The QUAD and other new buildings under construction on campus have both returning students and freshmen in agreement that CSUSM is evolving, however most students fail to realize just how quickly the campus is expanding. The first phase of The QUAD opened this fall to new...

Mail-order dorm linens look good in catalog, but not in reality

September 12, 2012

By Katie Sweeney College students waste a lot of money on things they do not need. Dorm room sheets should not be one of them. For those of us living in The QUAD or The UVA, finding inexpensive appliances and materials are a must. Unfortunately, not all businesses that market to the college student...

Weekly farmers market expands at CSUSM

September 12, 2012

By Tatjana Gvozdenovic With budgeting on all students’ minds, the CSUSM farmer’s market on Wednesdays and Sundays provides a healthy and moderately priced option to stock up on fresh foods. Questions of healthy food, budget and convenience run through students’ minds at one point or another....

Film classes are not your average GEs

September 12, 2012

By Sarah Hughes Most students are probably aware that they can take philosophy or psychology instead of an English or math class for their critical thinking requirement, or astronomy instead of biology or chemistry for their science requirement. But there are plenty of different classes you can explore...

Artistic opportunity: The spirit of CSUSM

September 12, 2012

by Rebekah Green The Spirit of CSUSM Artwork Competition is the chance for students to celebrate campus spirit through creative means by designing the annual greeting card for university President Karen Haynes and her husband, Jim Mickelson. Any student with good standing currently enrolled in...

InterVarsity focuses on faith, leadership

September 12, 2012

By Rebekah Green Cal State San Marcos' InterVarsity is an organization open to all students as a place for community, leadership, and growing in faith. “As an organization, we're trying to provide a place where students can explore who God is,” said full-time staff member Ramiro Marchena. “What...

Graduation ceremony

21st annual graduation ceremony set for May 18

May 1, 2012
About 1.800 students will be participating in the CSUSM commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19.
Making plans for summer staycation in San Diego

Making plans for summer staycation in San Diego

May 1, 2012
It’s time to whip out that Alice Cooper record of “School’s Out” and splash on the sunscreen, because summer time is right around the corner. While the weather has given off the appearance of summer, it is all the free time to go to county fairs, concerts and events that really make it feel like summer.
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