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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

Representation of Pacific Islanders in film

Pierce Brenner, Senior Staff Writer April 13, 2016

  Like many indigenous groups, Pacific Islanders are rarely portrayed in film and are very much an underserved niche group. There are also very few actors, directors, etc., of Pacific Islander descent. But just because they are a rarity in film, it doesn’t mean there aren’t some...

Musician Spotlight: Nakii Moala is ready for her voice to be heard

Musician Spotlight: Nakii Moala is ready for her voice to be heard

David Yuter, A&E Staff Writer April 13, 2016

  With a style mix of R&B, soul, hip hop and island reggae, Pacific Islander Nakii Moala is determined to make a name for herself in the music industry. “I am a ninja in this music industry, an underdog, an up-­and-­coming artist ... I just want to be heard, no need to be known,”...

Local Asian/Pacific Islander Restaurants

Local Asian/Pacific Islander Restaurants

Shannon Gallacher, Arts & Entertainment Assistant Editor April 13, 2016

  San Diego is home to hundreds of hidden cuisine gems. When it comes to Asian and Pacific Islander inspired foods, San Diego is not lacking in excellence. Here are the top five Asian/Pacific Islander-­inspired restaurants in San Diego that are perfect for college students: 1. Chamorro...

Artist Spotlight: Cecelia Linayao finds her voice through chalk art

Artist Spotlight: Cecelia Linayao finds her voice through chalk art

Lexy Perez, Arts & Entertainment Editor April 13, 2016

  Successful Filipina street artist Cecelia Linayao uses her work as a creative outlet and freedom of expression. Growing up with a shy demeanor, Linayao always believed that art is a magical process that could give her the opportunity to share her voice and perspective with the world. “From...

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