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 independent student news site of San Marcos, California

The Cougar Chronicle

Restaurant Review: Board and Brew

Restaurant Review: Board and Brew

April 25, 2015

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer Board & Brew in Carlsbad Village specializes in creating delicious quality sandwiches, with a broad menu that has something for everyone to enjoy. Founded in 1979 in Del Mar, California, Board & Brew has stayed true to its mission of creating healthy meals made...

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A straight woman’s perspective on sexual stereotyping

April 22, 2015

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer One of the greatest lessons that I have learned is to not judge a book by its cover. Upon starting my first year at CSUSM, I kept an open mind when meeting new people, because who a person is on the inside is worth a thousand times more than their physical exterior. Everyone’s...

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The modern woman fights for eqaulity

March 18, 2015

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer Innovative, strong, brave and unique. These are the words that come to mind when I think of the American women of today. Women are fighting for equality among men, joining the military and fighting social stigmas, proving that everyone is beautiful in their own way....

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Life hacks: New uses for old things

March 5, 2015

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer When juggling family, friends, classwork, jobs and other everyday activities, it is very easy to get lazy and leave old, used items lying around the house. Instead of gathering everything up and throwing it in the trash, turn everyday items into useful tools, decorations...

Properties of gentlemen

Properties of gentlemen

February 18, 2015

By Kat Diltz  Staff Writer  A popular theme in today’s culture is the evolution of the average woman. Many women have gained a radiating sense of empowerment and independence, simply by expressing their individuality. However, even though some women exert confidence and boldness, men should...

Musician Spotlight: PlayFight

Musician Spotlight: PlayFight

November 21, 2014

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer When asked to describe his band, PlayFight  in one word, vocalist Kyle Castellani jokingly replied, “RockaFunkBlues...does that count?” From an audience’s perspective, it certainly does. As the recent winners of the 2014 Temecula Valley International Film Festival’s...

Headline: Technology: Blessing and curse

November 20, 2014

By Kat Diltz  Staff Writer  It’s inevitable--we are surrounded by technology 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Access to entertainment, communication and information is at our fingertips. While having this luxury has quickly become the norm in our society, I’ve noticed that so many people...

Musician Spotlight: New Years Day

Musician Spotlight: New Years Day

October 20, 2014

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer New Years Day is not your average rock band. Mixing dark imagery, alternative punk beats and emotional, relatable lyrics, the self-proclaimed “haunted-mansion-core” group is tough on the outside, but soft on the inside. Hailing from Anaheim, California, the band consists...

Musician spotlight: Midnight Satellites

Musician spotlight: Midnight Satellites

September 27, 2014

By Kat Diltz Staff Writer Midnight Satellites (MSATS) is a band that thinks outside of the musical box. Playing punk riffs, bluesy jams, modern pop tunes and much more, MSATS refuses to be listed as another generic rock band. From playing small open mics in bars and restaurants to playing...

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