The Department of Aviation Science at California Baptist University purchased new planes from Piper Aircraft to help students learn more advanced aircraft systems and cut down on logistical costs. The new fleet, consisting primarily of Piper Archer aircraft, offers a new computer system that increases situational awareness and makes it easier to maintain than the […]
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Learning the basics of music production
Much of the music college students consume is produced partially or entirely with digitally produced sound. With a little practice and the right tools, they can make similar music themselves. There are simple tools and approaches students can take to jump right into producing their own tunes in no time. An understanding of music theory […]
Information age moves forward at CBU
Technology has come a long way, especially in the last 20 years, and California Baptist University always upgrades to match the times. CBU had a rather steep technology curve through the ‘90s and has only continued to grow since then. Prior to that, technology developments were slow and incremental. Tracing CBU’s history with technology before […]
Apple releases new payment, news and entertainment experience
Apple’s “It’s show time!” event on March 25 showcased some of the new software and features that Apple will be releasing in coming months for the public along with guest appearances by some big names. These features include Apple TV channels, Apple TV Plus+ Apple Arcade, Apple News+ and Apple Card. Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, […]
Memes change marketing tactics
Memes may be great for laughs but they can also be great for marketing, too. A meme is “a unit of cultural information … that is transmitted verbally or by repeated action…”, according to the Free Dictionary by Farlex. As it applies today, memes typically come in the form of videos or images shared on […]
Media consumption can affect psychological intake
Ideas influence thought and society’s direction, but do the way people consume ideas affect the way they process them? The medium that is used to convey a message affects the way it is received. However, all mediums have their place and can be used in constructive ways to convey information. Philosopher and media theorist Marshal […]
Riverside resident makes the most of her degree in work
Sometimes people end up in careers in which they never imagined themselves. This is exactly what happened with 28-year-old Alyssa Digangi, project manager and realtor associate. Digangi was born and raised in Riverside and went to college at Loyola Marimount University to get a business degree with a studio art minor and planned to own […]
Learn to balance tech quality and price
Looking for quality customer service, positive reviews and a reputable company are just a few ways to stay within budget and find high quality devices. When buying computers, it is important to balance cost with quality, especially for college students. One can buy something inexpensive that may not work best, but buying the most expensive […]
Downtowne Bookstore offers affordable used books
Tucked away in the back corner of a historic building across from the Mission Inn in downtown Riverside sits a small bookstore with an enthusiastic staff, retro atmosphere and a wide selection of books. Downtowne Bookstore sells a wide range of used books and was purchased by its current owners, sisters Nadia and Vira Lee, […]
Despite delays, F-35 set to deploy mid- 2019
The F-35 Lightning II, the U.S. military’s advanced new fighter, brings cutting-edge technology and advancements to the table for both shoot- ing down other aircraft and ground attack missions. How- ever, it has also faced criticism and been plagued by cost over- runs and delays. The F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike fighter is a multi-variant, […]