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The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

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Juncture exhibit features work from Jake Northington titled “Young Sunsets” (left) and “Altazia Blues” (right).

JUNCTURE exhibit showcases talent of San Marcos artist community

Annelisa Zamora, Managing Editor October 24, 2019

In May of this year, CSUSM alumni Kimberly Lopez and SofA fourth-year student Sarah Bricke put out an open call for artwork. According to CSUSM News, of the 30 submissions they received, 11 artists were chosen to have their work presented in the JUNCTURE art exhibit.   The work of  these...

Kristian Nairn answers questions during Q&A.

Game of Thrones actor visits CSUSM

Sasha Anand, Features Editor October 24, 2019

The fantasy of the hit television show Game of Thrones, which ended earlier this year, was brought to CSUSM when Kristian Nairn, who portrayed Hodor on the series, visited campus on Oct. 15.    Nairn, who visited as part of the Arts & Lectures series, spoke to a crowd of about 200 people...

President Neufeldt and Maj. Gen. Tony Jackson cutting the ribbon.

Campus reopens renovated Epstein Family Veterans Center with ceremony

Anneliese Esparza, Arts and Entertainment Editor October 24, 2019

CSUSM formally unveiled the newly renovated and expanded Epstein Family Veterans Center in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 10.    The existing building was renovated and an additional building was constructed. A large wooden deck connects the two adjacent structures. The project was made...

Jamie Jacob is Septembers Student-Athlete of the Month.

Conversation with Student-Athlete of the Month

Raul Marroquin, Sports Editor October 10, 2019

Q.What is your major? What do you plan to do with your degree? A: My major is Global Business Management with an emphasis in Marketing. After shooting my shot at the professional golf level, I hope to work up to be a global marketing manager or an operations manager for an international golf company....

Exceptional student-professor relationships improve the quality of every class.

Student-Professor communication benefits both parties

Tania Ortiz, Assistant Opinion Editor October 10, 2019

We all have our opinions of our professors throughout the semesters we’ve spent at CSUSM. Thinking about past professors can either bring good or bad memories to mind. Every professor on campus is different and creates different dynamics for each of their sections. Some may provide an effective...

Stacey Strubhar found her place by working with the O-team here on campus.

CSUSM Orientation Team member encourages campus participation

Kathleen Carpio, Assistant Features Editor October 10, 2019

Three years ago, Stacey Strubhar transferred to Cal State San Marcos. It was this very campus where she experienced excitement but also some nervousness as she chose to continue her academics here at CSUSM.    “I was a transfer student from Mt. San Jacinto College and… as a transfer student,...

President Neufeldt answers questions from the CSUSM community.

CSUSM President addresses concerns in open forum

Antonio Pequeno IV, Editor-in-Chief October 10, 2019

Students, faculty and staff gathered for an open forum with President Ellen Neufeldt to discuss CSUSM’s past and future. The forum, held on Oct. 8, began with Neufeldt saying, “One of the things that’s most important to me before making any big decisions is to hear from the campus. It’s vitally...

Joaquin Phoenix stars as Arthur Fleck in Todd Phillips Joker

‘Joker’ delivers sobering and polished cinematic experience

Antonio Pequeño IV, Editor-in-Chief October 9, 2019

With respect to the divisive dialogue surrounding the release of Todd Phillips’ "Joker," let’s make something abundantly clear: When art discards its true vision and message so that it may comfort the anxieties and insecurities of the climate it is created for, art dies. Suffice to say, "Joker" does...

President Ellen Neufeldt replaced former president Karen Haynes in July.

CSUSM’s new president shares personal story and plans for student success

Sasha Anand, Features Editor September 25, 2019

The new school year did not only bring in new students, but also a new school president. Doctor Ellen Neufeldt became CSUSM’s fourth president in July of this year, replacing Dr. Karen Haynes.    Neufeldt was born in Lansing, Michigan, where her father attended Michigan State University....

CSUSM v. Simon Fraser

CSUSM v. Simon Fraser

Mia Enriquez, Sports Writer September 25, 2019

California State University San Marcos’ women’s soccer team played Simon Fraser University and tied 0-0. The game was held at CSUSM’s “The Cage” on Sat. Sept. 14 at 12:30pm. The game was a long and rigorous one,with the Cougars going into overtime, not once but twice against Simon Fraser.   The...

Cougars Creating a Sustainable Campus

Cougars Creating a Sustainable Campus

Tania Ortiz, Opinion Writer September 25, 2019

Save the trees. Save the Amazon. Think about the sea turtles. You might have heard these phrases in the past couple of months, all of them concerning the environment and the sustainability of the place we call home. Advocating for and spreading the word concerning this issue has spread in a multitude...

Clear The Air students advocate a smoke-free campus.

Students learn about local health services and risks of substance abuse

Kathleen Carpio, Assistant Features Editor September 25, 2019

Students gathered at the USU Arcade for Let’s Talk About It, an event set up by the Student Health and Counseling Services to spread awareness about the risks of alcohol and smoking while providing information about local health services on Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.   Each table represented...

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