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Michael Schroder’s business expenses are currently subjected to an audit.

Former dean under criminal investigation

Anneliese Esparza, Editor-in-Chief May 14, 2021

Michael Schroder, the former dean of extended learning, is now under criminal investigation by the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office for how he spent tens of thousands of dollars in university funds.  As dean of extended learning, Schroder traveled often and spent university funds lavishly...

Students discuss how gentrification affects minorities

Adrianna Adame, Managing Editor May 9, 2021

Gentrification is an ongoing issue that continues to affect minorities across the country. Staff from the CSUSM Black Student Center discussed how gentrification has personally affected them and educated students on how to prevent gentrification from happening in their local communities in a virtual...

Senior music students will complete their capstone projects virtually because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pictured is Sarah Lehman singing.

Music majors complete senior capstones virtually

Anneliese Esparza, Editor-in-Chief May 9, 2021

Ten music students specializing in vocal performance, composition, piano, bass guitar and more performed or will perform in three livestreamed recitals this month. An additional six music seniors performed their projects during their capstone class. Performances came from homes, backyards and CSUSM’s...

VIDEO: Check out some of the latest news at CSUSM

May 6, 2021

Isaac Eddens is one of the two video editors for The Cougar Chronicle. He is in his third academic year at CSUSM majoring in art, media & design with a minor in video/film Production. Isaac plans to pursue a career in the video industry. In his free time, Isaac enjoys working out, playing video...

VIDEO: CSU announces fall vaccine requirement, pending complete FDA approval

May 5, 2021

The CSU announced a vaccine requirement for a safe return to campus. To read the written story with more information, click here. Jose Valdovinos is one of two video editors at The Cougar Chronicle. He is in his third year as a literature and writing major and is also minoring in video production....

CSUSM is only permitting 2020-2021 graduates to bring two guests to prevent COVID cases from spreading.

Graduating students share thoughts on two-guest limit for commencement

Jaelyn Decena, A&E Editor April 30, 2021

CSUSM’s Office of the President sent out emails announcing that they are hosting a traditional in-person graduation ceremony on March 19. The graduation ceremonies will take place on May 22 and 23, planning to celebrate the graduating classes of 2020 and 2021.  The pandemic has revealed the grit...

Photo by Kat Parra, graphic by Carolyn Cheng

Campus Notes (4/28/21)

Anneliese Esparza and Isaac Eddens April 28, 2021

College of Business Administration dean to retire in June Jim Hamerly, dean of the College of Business Administration (COBA), will be retiring on June 30. Hamerly has served as COBA dean since 2014. Previously, he was an adjunct faculty member in COBA and then COBA Director of Business Community...

The CSU announced plans for a vaccine requirement, as long as one of the available vaccines becomes fully approved by the FDA.

CSU announces fall vaccine requirement, pending complete FDA approval

Anneliese Esparza, Editor-in-Chief April 27, 2021

To watch a video version of this story, click here. The CSU system announced in an April 22 press release that faculty, staff and students accessing campus locations will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19.  The requirement is under the condition that at least one of the available vaccines...

Library announces winners of undergraduate research awards

Library announces winners of undergraduate research awards

Anneliese Esparza, Editor-in-Chief April 27, 2021

The library has announced the 12 winners of this year's CSUSM University Library Award for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity. The undergraduates came from 11 disciplines and each won $600 and public recognition for their winning submissions. “The quality and variety of submissions was remarkable,...

VIDEO: CSUSM celebrates graduates with parade and commencement ceremonies

Jose Valdovinos, Video Editor Intern April 26, 2021

CSUSM's plans to recognize the classes of 2020 and 2021 include a graduation parade on May 21 and in-person commencement ceremonies on May 22-23. Jose Valdovinos is one of two video editors at The Cougar Chronicle. He is in his third year as a literature and writing major and is also minoring in video...

The Academic Senate is calling for Craven Road, Craven Circle and Craven Hall (pictured) to be renamed because of their namesake’s past comments about undocumented immigrants.

Academic Senate endorses renaming building, streets named after late state legislator William Craven

Anneliese Esparza, Editor-in-Chief April 22, 2021

The Academic Senate voted to rename a building and streets named after the former Republican state legislator William Craven in their April 7 meeting. The senate resolution pointed to Craven’s past comments on undocumented immigrants, saying that they did not align with CSUSM’s values.  “To...

CSUSM Library holds the Library Award for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity

CSUSM Library holds the Library Award for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity

Jose Valdovinos, Staff Writer April 10, 2021

The CSUSM Library is holding its University Library Award for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity during the month of April.  Founded by Dean of Library Administration Jen Fabbi, students enrolled at the time of the competition can work on and submit a research project for a chance to win...

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