Speaking of Democracy discusses executive power
Chase Spear, Staff Writer
December 7, 2018
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On Nov. 29, the American Democracy Project at CSUSM hosted an academic panel called, “Speaking of Democracy” in the USU, which allowed students and community members to discuss the role of presidential power. Assistant history professor Dr. Kimber Quinney hosted the event, along with Dr. ...
Presidential Search Open Forum
Citlally Arroyo, Assistant News Editor
December 7, 2018
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Following the announcement of President Karen Haynes’ retirement, effective June 30, 2019, the CSUSM Presidential Committee is searching for a new president. On Friday, Nov. 30, the CSUSM Presidential Search Committee held its first meeting in an open forum at the USU Ballroom from 1 p.m...
Maskulinity-Revolution Starts at Home
Christina Suarez, News Reporter
December 7, 2018
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To begin the discussion about hypermasculinity Cross-Cultural Center program specialist Elisa Serna asked the question, “What do you picture when you hear the word man?” “strong,” “tall,” “overpowering” were some of the words uttered around the room. At first, these words seem to describe the s...
CSUSM raises double amount of donations
Layda Galvan & Karen Ambrocio, EIC & Managing Editor
December 7, 2018
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Within 24 hours the CSUSM community and partners raised $448,955 and received more than 1,400 gifts in their third annual Giving Day. CSUSM Giving Day was held on Nov. 27 from 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m which coincides with the global Giving Tuesday. The purpose of this day is for the communit...
Gender Equity Center hosts Black Women in Leadership
Adrianna Adame, News Reporter
December 7, 2018
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Female faculty and staff gathered to speak about their experiences in leadership positions. The Black Student Center and the Gender Equity Center (GEC) hosted the Black Women in Leadership on Nov. 28 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in the GEC. Black Women in Leadership is a part of t...
Veterans Center hold seminar to aid student veterans
Chase Spear, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
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On Nov. 16, the CSUSM Veterans Center hosted a seminar known as the Vet Net Ally Program, which is designed to help faculty raise awareness about the needs of military veterans attending CSUSM. The program was hosted by the Veterans Center staff, including retired Marine Corps veteran, Moses M...
Social justice panel provides its expertise
Chase Spear, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
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On Nov. 8, the Career Center hosted a discussion panel that gave students insight and information on social justice within the modern career field. The five panelists were Kesha Dunigan, EEO Specialist for the FAA, Office of Civil Rights, Char Booth, Associate Dean of the CSUSM Library Admin...
CSUSM celebrates one year smoke and tobacco-free campus
Adrianna Adame, News Reporter
November 30, 2018
Let’s Clear the Air celebrated CSUSM’s one year anniversary of being a smoke and tobacco-free campus on Nov. 15. The event, sponsored by CSUSM Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs and Safety Health and Sustainability, was held at Kellogg Plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. In Ap...
Campus prepares for CSUSM Giving Day
Citlally Arroyo, Assistant News Editor
November 30, 2018
CSUSM Giving Day is a 24-hour social media driven campaign to raise money for scholarships, programs and departments throughout the university. It will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 27 in conjunction with Giving Tuesday, or #GivingTuesday that occurs each year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiv...
Students learn about campus drug policies
Adrianna Adame, News Reporter
November 7, 2018
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Several guest speakers informed students about the freedoms, consequences and health issues regarding marijuana at “What do you Know?... About Marijuana,” an event hosted by Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS). The event held on Oct. 30 at the USU ballroom featured Susan Wri...
Halloweenfest educates students on responsible drinking
Kathleen Carpio, Staff Writer
November 7, 2018
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Think before you drink. A day prior to Halloween, the Halloweenfest provided students the opportunity to learn to party safely and learn their blood alcohol content limits. Hosted by the Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS), this event included Halloween games while ...
Attorney shares information on pregnant student accommodations
Antonio Pequeño IV, News Editor
November 7, 2018
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The Gender Equity Center hosted a discussion about the nuances of pregnancy and lactation rights given to college students under Title IX. Jessica Lee, a staff attorney at the Center for WorkLife Law at the University of California Hastings College of the Law, was the guest speaker for t...