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The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

The independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

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Universal Pictures celebrates 100 years of movies

October 12, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp A&E Co-Editor The studio that brought Hollywood some of its most memorable films celebrates their 100th Anniversary by re-releasing their best movies. Universal is America’s oldest movie production studio, having been created by Carl Laemmle in 1912 who adopted an interest...

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Comic Book Corner: Marvel’s future is ‘Marvel NOW!’

October 12, 2012

By Faith Orcino Staff Writer With the final round of “Avengers vs. X-Men” on the shelves, Marvel begins a new era with a relaunch of a number of their series and the release of several new ones. Teasers flooded the web hinting what will happen to the universe, but readers no longer have to guess. ...

Pop star Rihanna and R&B singer Chris Brown have had a tumultuous relationship.

All’s fair in love and war… ?

October 12, 2012

By Juliana Stumpp Co-A&E Editor On Feb. 8, 2009, pop singer Rihanna was hospitalized after a heated argument with her boyfriend, R&B singer Chris Brown, left her with bruises and injuries to her face. Brown was later charged with felony assault and pleaded guilty in court. He was sentenced...

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Taylor Swift’s ‘Red’: Country meets modern

October 12, 2012

By Melissa Martinez News Editor For young adults, surviving love can be a demanding, chaotic and stressful time in your life. Taylor Swift’s love life is no different. However, not many young adults can say the ups and downs of love have won them six Grammy awards, 10 American Music Awards,...

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Improv Spotlight: Frank John Tabarez

October 12, 2012

By Melissa Martinez News Editor Improvisational comedy is a good way to relax, let off steam and have fun. It’s also a way to build confidence and self-esteem. For self-described “super-duper senior” Frank John Tabarez, being a member of the CSUSM Improv Team has not only taught him valuable...

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Top 10 playlist: T3ch F4ll mixes it up

October 12, 2012

By Jessie Gambrell A&E Co-Editor Junior Alec Pagliaro, also known as DJ “T3ch F4ll” has been a DJ since middle school, when his brother introduced the skill to him. As well as playing on campus, he regularly plays at bars and clubs in the San Diego area as well as Comic-Con International. His...

BOOK REVIEW: 'No Easy Day' an easy, worthwhile read

BOOK REVIEW: ‘No Easy Day’ an easy, worthwhile read

September 27, 2012

Mark Owen’s Navy SEAL memoirs rife with humor, patriotism By Fredrick Misleh Senior Staff Writer When I heard there was a book being released by a retired Navy SEAL, especially a SEAL who was a member of the Naval Special Warfare Development Group [a.k.a. DEVGRU, formerly known as SEAL Team 6]...

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Filmmaker visits campus with folk-gothic Nervous Films

September 27, 2012

By Tara Flesner Staff Writer Next week, rural Appalachia native filmmaker, Brent Green, will display on campus his animated films of the “folk-gothic” genre stylistically similar to director Tim Burton. Cougars, do the words “folk-gothic” make you shiver? Don’t be nervous! Come and...

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MOVIE REVIEW: No garlic necessary for ‘Hotel Transylvania’

September 27, 2012

By Karla Reyes Staff Writer Set to hit theaters Friday, the 3D film “Hotel Transylvania” has a befitting cast that will keep kids entertained and adults happy. The plot follows the story of the renowned Dracula (voiced by Adam Sandler) and his attempt to plan the perfect birthday party for...

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BOOK REVIEW: ‘Origin’ questions the price of immortality

September 27, 2012

By Brittany Edinger Staff Writer Jessica Khoury’s debut novel, “Origin,” was released on Sept. 4 and has been named a New York Times “Weekend Read” and Barnes and Noble’s “Book of the Month.” The novel’s interesting play on science and nature has received praise from various...

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Fall into step with Off Centre dance performances

May 1, 2012
This year marks the tenth year for the faculty and students producing “Off Centre,” an annual production beginning in 2003. “Off Centre” consists of three different “lectures” of three to 10 minute contemporary dance performances from the dance workshop held by Dr. Karen Schaffman.
Students raise money to keep art in San Diego classrooms

Students raise money to keep art in San Diego classrooms

May 1, 2012
Instead of spending their Friday night enjoying a movie or out with friends, the students of VPA 380-17 attempted to keep art alive.
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