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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

The Cougars Baseball team is on a seven-game winning streak.

Cougar baseball team on 7-game winning streak

February 21, 2013

Alex Franco Sports Editor The CSUSM baseball team leaves no doubt in anyone’s mind that its mission this season is to win a national title. After the Feb. 8 game vs. Chapman was delayed due to weather, the game was rescheduled to Monday Feb. 11. The delay wasn’t enough to stop them from exerting...

Cougar Asks: What’s your favorite thing to do when it’s cold outside?

Cougar Asks: What’s your favorite thing to do when it’s cold outside?

February 21, 2013

By Alison Seagle Staff Writer Lauren Toomes, chemistry major: Turn on the fireplace, snuggle up in a blanket and read a good book. Tim Grant, biology major: Do homework and smoke a bunch. Bidusha Mudbhari, sociology major: Drink hot chocolate or tea, preferably milk tea.   Sayma Alam,...

International Coffee Hour students

International coffee hour brings together wide range of students

February 21, 2013

By Karla Reyes Staff Writer Hosted every month, CSUSM’s International Coffee Hour is a great opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with students from all over the world. Besides providing free snacks and coffee for the midday blues, it is a great source of information for those considering...

Pianist Ching-Ming Cheng is a member of the CSUSM faculty.

Cheng plans piano recital, outreach to students

February 21, 2013

By Ryan Downs Staff Writer It could be said that there is only one thing more pleasant than a recital by a talented and dedicated pianist, and that is a free recital by the very same talented and dedicated pianist. Fortunately, CSUSM will be showcasing the latter at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26 in...

How you feel on Valentine's Day may be affected by whether you're in a relationship or not.

How do you feel on Valentine’s Day? It depends on where you’re at in life and love

February 7, 2013

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer Surprisingly, it is that time of year again. Valentine's Day has subtly taken us all by storm, and a great deal of us are at a loss for how to feel about this lovey-dovey celebration. But what should we feel? How many of us actually remember the history...

Cougar Asks: What are your plans for Valentine’s Day?

Cougar Asks: What are your plans for Valentine’s Day?

February 7, 2013

By Alison Seagle Staff Writer Kevin Conley, business major: “Spend a lonely night with my computer and a bottle of Jack” John Kubik, history major: “Spending the day with my kids” Wayne Twaddell, accounting major: “No plans” Mario Clay: “Go to school, have happy hour at...

Father Boyle will speak at CSUSM on Feb. 11.

Father Boyle hopes to inspire students with lessons for change

February 7, 2013

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Next week, students will be able to enjoy a lecture by noted humanitarian Father Greg Boyle as he educates the public on the importance of compassion. “Tattoos on the Heart” is at 6 p.m. Feb. 11 at  at the CSUSM Pavillion in Lot N off of Campus View Dr....

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CSUSM students sound off on new unit cap

January 23, 2013

By Juliana Stumpp Staff Writer Over our much-needed winter break, a new process for class registration took place. In late November and early December last semester, the new class registration process restricted you to a limit of 13 units until Dec. 17th, at which time you were able to add more...

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City planning university village development around campus

December 6, 2012

By Amira El-Khaouli Opinion Editor While students have battled freeway and construction traffic on or near campus all semester, they can be reassured that the best is yet to come, in time. San Marcos plans on developing a University District with a North City development area, part of which begins...

College students pick home electronics as their gifts of choice this holiday season. Photo courtesy of Hades2k

CSUSM students pick their ideal Christmas gifts

December 6, 2012

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor When buying gifts for friends, roommates, family members or significant others, many worry about finding the perfect gift. Many students on campus have said that they look forward to giving and receiving a wide variety of presents this Christmas. Here are some...

How to avoid getting overwhelmed during finals week

How to avoid getting overwhelmed during finals week

December 6, 2012

By Katlin Sweeney Features Editor Make sure your study habits are not only effective, but perfect for you. As exam week is approaching, students are beginning to stress out over essays and finals preparation. Here are some ways that you can avoid becoming overwhelmed: 1. Maintain Organization...

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Business prof ranks nationally on student ratings website

November 21, 2012

By Keandre Williams-Chambers Staff Writer In recent months, CSUSM professor Linda Hickman was honored with one of the highest ratings in the nation on the RateMyProfessors website, ranking 20th on their Top Professors for 2011-2012 list. The website is dedicated to the student evaluation of...

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