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Students taking advantage of the quiet study area in the Associated success center, located on the Library’s second floor.

New program for student success

Stephany Mejia, News Editor September 15, 2017

History 130 and Psychology 100 have the highest rates in D, F grades and withdrawals. The Academic Success Center (ASC) is a new program still in development focusing on student needs. It officially opened in fall 2016. Five faculty members work for ASC hosting workshops. “The center was created...

LGBTQA graduates recognized for excellence

Sierra Contreras, Design & Layout Editor May 15, 2017

The LGBTQA Pride Center’s Rainbow Recognition event May 8 put the spotlight on student contributions of 14 who are graduating this year. “We recognize people who contributed to the Pride Center or the community, on and off campus,” said Robin Simmons, a peer educator at the Center. “Each recognized...

Pridefest celebrates diverse identity

Sierra Contreras, Design & Layout Editor May 15, 2017

More than 200 students and guests attended the annual CSUSM Pridefest on April 27. Sun Quanjun, peer educator at the Pride Center and an event organizer, described the outdoor event as upbeat and “a bigger turnout than I thought.” “Every booth got adequate attention,” Quanjun said in an...

What is Patriotism? The leading topic during discussion forum

Micaela Johansson, Assistant Opinion Editor May 15, 2017

Questioning Patriotism, that was the leading topic during a discussion forum on Thursday, May 4, in Markstein 106 during U-hour. It’s the third and last topic of the series from “Speaking of Democracy,” sponsored by the American Democracy project at CSUSM. Ruoxi Li, assistant professor in...

The Cougar Chronicle awards seniors and staff for hard work

Bryanna Martinez, Staff writer May 15, 2017

The Cougar Chronicle independent student newspaper held it’s annual “Celebration of Journalism” on May 3 at 8 p.m. at the University Student Union (USU) Ballroom A & C. The event is to recognize and congratulate the writers, photographers and the media team who contributed and dedicated...

Students help ASI “bite out hunger”

Students help ASI “bite out hunger”

Annelisa Zamora, Staff writer May 15, 2017

On May 2, the  Associated Students Inc.,  hosted the “Bite Out Hunger” event where students were encouraged to donate non-perishable and canned foods in exchange for free pizza and shirts. Staff and students contributed and ASI took  two overflowing bins of canned goods. Those who didn’t...

Veterans share their stories

Veterans share their stories

Stephany Mejia, A&E Editor May 15, 2017

The Veteran Center hosted the first ever Vet Talks to give veterans an opportunity to tell their stories. On May 4, five veterans, Andrew Morris, Catalina Melendez, Kristina Johnson, Rick Brier and Keith Hassett shared their stories on the USU Rooftop. Morris shared his memories about his time...

Graduate students to be honored on CSUSM 27th annual commencement.

Cesia Cano, Staff writer May 15, 2017

This year’s graduates will join the increasing 38,000 body of CSUSM alumni. According to CSUSM campus statistics, more than 50 percent of graduates are the first in their families to earn a Bachelor’s degree. “I feel relieved now that graduation is right around the corner,” said Sierra...

The unheard conversation about disability on campus

The unheard conversation about disability on campus

Stephany Mejia, News Editor May 15, 2017

The message of an open conversation about people with disabilities is “we are not defined by an issue we cannot control.” That was the wisdom offered during a panel discussion on Disability and Belonging held May 4 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in Academic Hall 102.   Women’s Studies Professor...

ASI finalizes Board of Directors election results

Karen Ambrocio, Managing Editor May 15, 2017

The Associated Students Inc. (ASI) Elections Committee verified the final election results for the Board of Directors and completed their investigation regarding complaints on the April 21 meeting. ASI will no longer conduct a re-election on April 24 to 27. The idea of a re-election, the committee...

A solution to fix democracy

Stephany Mejia, News Editor May 15, 2017

History Professor, Kim Quinney presented “Speaking of Democracy,” an open discussion with students held on April 20 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Markstein Hall. Quinney discussed the topics of private gains in public office and corruption. In her presentation, she gave examples of how people can...

Northeastern University provides various master’s programs

Christopher Ruiz, Distribution Manager May 15, 2017

Northeastern University hosted an information table advocating their Align program at Kellogg Plaza on Wednesday, April 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Senior recruiter for Northeastern University, Alanta Hider, came from the San Jose campus to inform students about their available master’s degree programs...

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