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HEALTHY EATING HAZARDS: HOW TO SPY THE BAD STUFF IN “GOOD” FOODS

January 26, 2011

ASHLEY DAY A&E EDITOR Images provided by coroflot.com Upon arrival at a university, new levels of stress can wear down your immune system. One way to cut out unnecessary stress is to examine your diet—reading the nutrition labels on your favorite study snacks can help you spot unhealthy amounts...

HOROSCOPE HORRORS HAVE LITTLE TRUTH, ZODIAC “CHANGE” OVERESTIMATED

January 26, 2011

People all over the world experienced an identity crisis early this year with the announcement of an alleged change in the zodiac. Capricorns became Sagittariuses, Libras became Virgos and Scorpios claimed only six days out of the year.

TRAVEL DIARY: OSLO, NORWAY: SEE THE CITY LIKE A NORWEGIAN WOULD

January 26, 2011

As this trip marked my third time visiting Oslo, I began to see what the locals of this renowned city always call “the real city.”

POST HOLIDAY BLUES

December 8, 2010

A whirlwind of family gatherings and the inability to visit family and can be a couple of factors that accumulate to holiday blues. Particularly with students, the stress of dealing with the end of the semester added to these issues can easily contribute to the blues.

THE HANGOVER SURVIVAL GUIDE

December 8, 2010

As the semester is slowly coming to a close, end of year festivities start popping up in abundance. So to keep feeling in tip top shape the next day, it doesn’t hurt to keep handy a few hangover cures to help ease the rough morning after.

10 CLASSES TO TAKE BEFORE YOU GRADUATE

December 8, 2010

Many students are leaving CSUSM soon, but have not fulfilled all their graduation requirements. Before they step into the “real” world, here are some classes that stimulate the mind and propel them toward graduation day

TO COMMUTE OR NOT TO COMMUTE? I’m a student and a commuter

December 8, 2010

Students may believe that commuting is hard for a variety of reasons. I don’t think it takes anything away from being a college student. Tedious or not, commuting can still work. Whoever says otherwise doesn’t dictate what is and should be your college experience.

PROWLIN’ THE KITCHEN: Chilaquiles Verdes

December 8, 2010

Many people believe in the “salt, grease, protein” cure for a hangover. It may not be a proven science, but it’s a great excuse to eat a “heart-stopping” breakfast! This time around, dabble in a culinary cure from the Hispanic culture.

GIVING BACK DURING THE HOLIDAYS: Donation events around the county

December 8, 2010

The holidays are the time for giving, and each year hundreds of charity drives are held throughout the country. Here is a list of some local charities that you can contribute to and be a part of this season.

CSUSM RUNNER UP in the Red Bull Barmaster competition

November 23, 2010

Before the competition, Steven Greene cheerfully said he only had two aims: “To make sure everyone has a great time,” and, “to win the Red Bull Barmaster title for CSUSM.”

FACULTY VISIT TO STUDY VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL TOPICS IN CUBA: “Busquedas investigativas”

November 23, 2010

In late October, three faculty members from CSUSM had a unique opportunity to visit Cuba and pursue academic research with the help of Cuban educators.

LGBTQ PRIDE CENTER: Safe space and fun place

November 23, 2010

The LGBTQ Pride Center is located in Commons 201. It is campus’s main “SafeZone” for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and questioning students, where individuals can feel supported, safe and affirmed.