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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

Living a life to remember

Living a life to remember

Sydney Schabacker, Staff Writer May 11, 2016

  Lucas Dunn was a CSUSM student, majoring in History and minoring in French, who wanted very much to study abroad in Aix-en-Provence, France, for a year. He was enthusiastically committed to his plan, working to save money, taking upper division French classes and meeting regularly with...

Vegan dishes are healthy without sacrificing any of the flavor.

Don’t judge me because I’m vegan

Rebecca Sykes, Sports Writer April 27, 2016

When I first found out what vegan meant, I thought the concept of not eating milk, dairy, eggs or honey was very unusual. When I first tried a vegan cookie, I thought it was disgusting. I never thought I would become a vegan one day. I have been a vegan for over a year now, and changing my lifestyle...

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CSUSM students are victims of hacking

October 24, 2013
Students need to be aware of the harsh reality and prevalence of hacking in the modern era, especially in light of the cases involving CSUSM students in the past few years.

CSUSM STUDENT RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS SCHOLARSHIP

December 8, 2010
Gerrity received the William Jefferson Clinton Scholarship, and was one of only 10 students nationwide to collect the award. According to the scholarship’s website, Gerrity will attend the American University in Dubai.

WHERE DOES ALL OF OUR TUITION GO? The hidden benefits students don’t know about

December 8, 2010
The tuition fee students pay each semester covers more than just academic classes. Programs and services CSUSM offers its students are funded and operated by portions of paid tuition.

STUDY TIPS FOR CRUNCH TIME

December 8, 2010
Finals are the last way for our professors to know if we have been paying attention all semester. If you’ve been sleeping instead well this might be the last chance at getting that A—or C. As a senior at CSUSM, I’ve been reflecting on what has helped me get through finals week

TO COMMUTE OR NOT TO COMMUTE? I’m a student and a commuter

December 8, 2010
Students may believe that commuting is hard for a variety of reasons. I don’t think it takes anything away from being a college student. Tedious or not, commuting can still work. Whoever says otherwise doesn’t dictate what is and should be your college experience.

GIVING BACK DURING THE HOLIDAYS: Donation events around the county

December 8, 2010
The holidays are the time for giving, and each year hundreds of charity drives are held throughout the country. Here is a list of some local charities that you can contribute to and be a part of this season.

MYSTERIOUS CAMPUS SPORTS ARENA: When will the facility open its doors?

December 8, 2010
The women’s softball field opened in time for spring 2010 and the baseball team will open competition on their home field in 2011. Meanwhile, no one knows when the multipurpose arena for basketball and volleyball will open.

FDA DECLARES CAFFEINE AND ALCOHOL A DANGEROUS MIX

November 23, 2010
The FDA confirmed that their peer-reviewed studies suggest that the consumption of beverages containing added caffeine and alcohol is associated with risky behaviors that may lead to hazardous and life-threatening situations.

LGBTQ PRIDE CENTER: Safe space and fun place

November 23, 2010
The LGBTQ Pride Center is located in Commons 201. It is campus’s main “SafeZone” for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and questioning students, where individuals can feel supported, safe and affirmed.

CELEBRATING THANKSGIVING: Everything from charity events to pumpkin pie feasts

November 23, 2010
Thanksgiving is a time to spend with family and close friends. It is also a time where we should recognize all that we have in our lives. That doesn't mean that those who are here for Thanksgiving can’t enjoy in all the holiday’s festivities.
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