New York, Washington D.C., Philadelphia, San Fransisco, Los Angeles, Dallas — these are big cities in which many students find themselves searching for a summer internship. Summer internships are a common requirement for many college majors, but do these internships actually help students? Are they useful in preparing them for the post-graduation work force? Most […]
Farm House Motel set to undergo renovations
The currently abandoned, 1950s vintage Farm House Motel o University Avenue in Riverside, will soon be turned into a new dining and shopping experience thanks in large part to Bailey California Properties LLC. The plan of the developers is to maintain the historic nature of the property by preserving the historic exterior while making the […]
New podcast genres appeal to student community
Once considered as entertainment for older generations podcasts have recently become a trend among college students thanks to new genres available. Podcasts today are known for more than providing infor- mation. They can also be come- dic and entertaining. Deitrik Ito, sophomore film production major, said he mostly enjoys listening to pod- casts by pastors. […]
Students use alternate ways to protect from cyber viruses
Using laptops for online banking, shopping, and other applications may be convenient but it also increases the threat of identity theft. Logan Petersen, freshman applied theology major, said he had a virus on his computer during school last year. “I was writing a report on my computer and all of a sudden it shut down,” […]
Smartphones collect more data than most users realize
In today’s digital era, technological advance is inevitable. With the ever-growing prevalence of devices such as the smartphone, a question worth considering is how “smart” these devices really are. Lindsey Bruch, senior mechanical engineer major, said she has had many strange interactions with her smartphone. She was looking for Disneyland tickets for her family’s trip […]
Police acquire new technology to fight crime
Smartphone apps, drones and body cams are just some of the cool new “toys” the Riverside Police Department is using to do their jobs in a safer and more effective manner. The technology consists of license plate reader technology, the RPD app as well as body cams and SWAT drones. Some patrol cars and intersections […]
Colleges offer esport scholarships
Say goodbye to the days of traditional collegiate sports and hello to the age of competitive online gaming. Having a passion for video games and knowledge about how to play them is finally paying off. In 2016, the National Association of Collegiate Esports formed in Kansas City, MO. This nonprofit organization supports more than 80 […]
Tim Boba brings in student crowd
Driving down University Avenue, the words “Drink, Eat, Study” can be seen lit up in front of Tim Boba, a recent addition to the Riverside restaurant scene. Tim Boba not only offers boba tea and food but free Wi- Fi and printing for college students, as well. Savannah Rios, freshman liberal arts major, visited Tim […]
Nursing students train with virtual cadavers
As society continues to make strides in science and medicine, California Baptist University is keeping up with the latest technology and enhancing the learning experience for its students. Recently, CBU purchased digital cadavers from Anatomage, a company that produces cutting-edge technology. The cadavers are advanced pieces of equipment that can enrich the students’ learning experience. […]
Secret campus technologies to learn
Over the summer, the new Dennis and Carol Troesh Engineering Building brought California Baptist University modern technology marvels few other universities have. Not only will the new classroom and engineering technologies benefit current students but they will draw potential students as well as businesses that went to work with this cutting-edge technology. Most of CBU’s […]