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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

Puerto Rican senator Sila Gonzalez-Calderon will speak at The Clarke Field House on Oct. 3.

Puerto Rican senator to speak on women in leadership

September 14, 2013

By Liezel Herradura Staff Writer  Women in leadership positions has become a prevalent topic in recent years, and now CSUSM is joining the conversation.   On Oct. 3, The Clarke Field House will host Puerto Rican Senator Sila González-Calderón as she leads a discussion on women and leadership....

A look at the new fall TV lineup

A look at the new fall TV lineup

September 14, 2013

By Katie Agner Staff Writer Fall is in the air, and that means the start of a new semester, new classes and, most importantly, the start of a new television season! All our favorite shows are coming back, but don't get cozy just yet. Here is a sneak peak at four new shows coming this fall that everyone...

Cougar Shuffle: Back to school jam

Cougar Shuffle: Back to school jam

September 14, 2013

By Abel Castillo Staff Writer  School is starting again and it can mean many things to different people. For some, it’s the beginning of their first year and for others, the beginning of their last. Whether you’re a freshman or a senior, the feeling of starting a new year is all the same. With...

Comic Book Corner: Resident Alien brings sci fi home

Comic Book Corner: ‘Resident Alien’ brings sci fi home

September 14, 2013

By Faith Orcino A&E Editor The publisher Dark Horse will be releasing Issue One of “Resident Alien: The Suicide Blonde,” the newest installment in the comic series, on Sept. 11.   Writer Peter Hogan and artist Steve Parkhouse return to continue the tale of Dr. Harry Vanderspeigle, an...

Dropping: New CDs, DVDs on the horizon

Dropping: New CDs, DVDs on the horizon

September 14, 2013

By Faith Orcino A&E Editor   Nine Inch Nails’ “Hesitation Marks”   Trent Reznor returns to Nine Inch Nails with a brand-new album.  Pitchfork reported on the band’s hinted hiatus in early 2009 which became true after their tour with Jane’s Addiction.  This album contains...

Employees of Vanquish Interactive at display booth

Comics-maker offering student internships

September 12, 2013

By Anne Hall Staff Writer For students that are interested in comics and finding a cool, new internship, look no further than Vanquish Interactive.   The company’s first comic book, “Telikos Protocol,” was created by Jay Douglas and has been gaining rapid attention and fan base.     Kickstarter.com...

Lambert, Mars and Pitbull highlight summer concert season

Lambert, Mars and Pitbull highlight summer concert season

May 9, 2013

Nicole Ignell Staff Writer Summer is almost here, and with the fun in the sun comes concerts. Where the sun is shining, no homework is due (for those who aren't dying in summer school) and no rules apply. Whether you enjoy the relaxing peaceful music of Marilyn Manson, or the head banging mixes of...

Book Review: Great Gatsby far better than movie adaptations

Book Review: ‘Great Gatsby’ far better than movie adaptations

May 9, 2013

By Ben Carlson Staff Writer Many aspiring intellectuals, especially those attending this university, love to use the cliché phrase “the book was way better than the movie,” when referring to the film version of a popular novel. With the film version of “The Great Gatsby,” hitting theaters May...

Secrecy cloaks lineup for San Diego Comic-Con

Secrecy cloaks lineup for San Diego Comic-Con

May 9, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer Summer has always had special meaning to citizens of San Diego, especially those of us with geekier prejudice than most people. It’s almost that time of year when people from all over the country flock to the annual  San Diego Comic-Con International convention. San Diego...

Download this summer playlist

Download this summer playlist

May 9, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer Well, summer is coming up! I don’t think I need to be any more forward in saying that opportunities may arise within the next few months to either have fun, move on up in the world, or just get through it. Regardless of what those options are, here are a...

Revenge, Girls offer different takes on female heroines

‘Revenge,’ ‘Girls’ offer different takes on female heroines

May 9, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor ‘Revenge’ 5/5 Paws Must-Watch Episode: “Chaos” Season 1, Episode 15 “Revenge” is one of ABC’s most captivating shows, with protagonist Emily Thorne moving back to her childhood home in order to wreak havoc on the people who caused her father’s untimely...

Q&A with Backyard Aventures web series creator

Q&A with ‘Backyard Aventures’ web series creator

May 9, 2013

The basics of creating a web series By Juliana Stumpp San Diego is filled with little-known restaurants, bars or hangouts that aren’t mainstream...yet. It’s always fun having a local place that you can bring your friends or family to. With summer approaching, finding places to eat and enjoy is...

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