“The best four years of your life.” That is what people say college is meant to be. While this has the ability to be true, and is true in many ways, for some, college can be a time of great trial and struggle. Shiloh Fox, sophomore Christian behavioral science major, has faced such trial this […]
Author: Jasmine Emeish
Staff Writer
Wiffle ball tradition unites students
Intramural tournament eases school stress amid finals time The air blew through the holes of the plastic balls as players tossed them back and forth April 18, the first day of the California Baptist University’s annual Wiffle Ball tournament. Players warmed up on the front lawn to play the game, a variation of baseball played […]
Students discuss roommates versus ‘alone time’ and privacy
Having a roommate is what some may consider as part of “the college experience,” yet not everyone chooses to live the co-occupant life. There are pros and cons to living alone versus having a roommate. Upon moving away from home, living on or off campus is the first decision to be made, then living with […]
Show concern without discernment
“I just want what’s best for you .” This phrase is one most of us have heard and said at least once in our lives. I know I have spoken them and had them spoken to me. While most of the time these words have been said in genuine love and care from those around […]
Physical, mental health aids in midterm preparation
For many, it may seem the semester has just begun, but the hard truth is midterms are fast approaching. Focusing on keeping the mind and body healthy is a great way to prepare for midterms. Students often take the “study long and study hard” approach to midterm prep, but what is often overlooked is the […]
‘Ring by Spring’ adds Valentine’s pressure
Heart-shaped candy and cupid cutouts flooded stores and street corners before January ended. Whether one views Valentine’s Day as a celebration of love and affection or as “Singles Awareness Day,” Feb. 14 is fast-approaching. It is no surprise to anyone attending California Baptist University that the concept of “Ring by Spring” permeates the campus culture. […]
Event invites students to ‘praise as they please’
West Colony worship event encourages creative praise and expression Praise and worship are often personal aspects of an individual’s relationship with God. Certain methods of praise work well for some but not others. The resident adviser staff in West Colony at California Baptist University recognized this and hosted their first “Praise as you […]
Poetry slam aims to bridge gaps and ease tensions
California Baptist University’s Community Life Office held its second poetry slam Jan. 26. In the days leading up to the event, George Martin, director of Cultural and Community Programs with Comm. Life explained the inspiration behind the event and importance of it in light of the current state of affairs in the United States. Last […]
Students both struggle and succeed in spring
Starting college is full of excitement, anticipation, nerves and change. For freshmen and transfer students, the beginning of the year is a time of adjustment and acclimation. .While the adjustment period is a different beast for each individual, it can also be a different beast for those starting in the spring semester as opposed to […]
Yule tradition closes out year
Yule has been a California Baptist University tradition since one year after the school’s opening in 1950. This year, the Christmas-themed banquet took place Dec. 2 at the Riverside Convention Center in Downtown Riverside. As interns for the Office of Community Life, William Frankian, senior political science and history double major; and Laney Hantz, senior […]