In an age of biased news and social media, information can be easily skewed to fit the narrative of whoever is speaking or writing. With the 2020 presidential election less than a month away, it is important to focus on the facts and learn how to analyze the influx of information. With so much information […]
Author: Sofia Eneqvist
Jane Fonda inspires action for the climate crisis movement
“Vote. Voice. Use Your Feet,” these are the three phrases imparted to me when reading Jane Fonda’s newest book, “What Can I Do? My Path From Climate Despair to Action.” To be completely honest, I bought this book more out of my love for Jane Fonda than a desire to learn about climate change. However, […]
Voices of young-voters should still be amplified and used
Going into the 2020 election, it is important now more than ever that young adults understand how vital their voices really are. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2018 only 53% of the eligible voting population voted during the midterm election. Adults from 18-25 years old make up half of the eligible voting population. […]
Face masks become popular fashion pieces
Since before the start of COVID-19, masks have been a symbol of protection and safety. However, novel coronavirus brought a shift in the mask mentality. Now an everyday item, masks have become similar to wearing pants – it would be strange to leave the house without them. Brands like Old Navy, Tory Burch, Saks Fifth […]
Life in quarantine with a compromised immune system
The COVID-19 pandemic affects populations and segments of people all around the world, but the most affected group are those who are at least 65 years old. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, individuals at higher risk are those in the following groups: older adults, people with asthma, the immunocompromised, groups at […]
Weekly Newsbrief: COVID-19 update, Tax deadline
Weekly COVID-19 Update: The confirmed number of COVID-19 cases in the United States reached 477,161 on April 10. Cases confirmed in California reached 1,352, with 552 deaths. California is expected to reach its peak hospital usage and daily deaths April 26, according to the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation. The Centers for Disease Control […]
CBU’s First Year Experience partners with College of Nursing
California Baptist University’s First Year Experience program has teamed up with the Interprofessional Education Learning Resource Center at the College of Nursing to train FYE leaders using simulation experiences. The Fall 2020 FYE team is made up of 82 student leaders and 8 interns. The FYE administrators, assisted by staff members at the College of […]
U.S. government proposes 2021 federal budget
The 2021 United States Federal Budget was released on Feb. 5 by President Donald J. Trump. According to the Office of Management and Budget, the 2021 budget total is $4.839 trillion. Dr. Chase Porter, assistant professor of political science at California Baptist University, said the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has offered a helpful […]
Students perform at Open Mic Night
California Baptist University students gathered Feb. 27 to watch Open Mic Night hosted by Community Life in Lancer Plaza. The event featured students performing spoken word and singing covers or originals in groups, duos or solo. Jules Meeter, junior psychology major and Community Life activities intern, was one of two masters of ceremonies for the […]