The Robert K. Jabs School of Business kicked off its Faith & Enterprise series of lectures Sept. 27 by inviting three-time gold medalist Leah O’Brien-Amico to speak on her experiences as an Olympic athlete. The Staples Room at California Baptist University was filled with students eager to hear O’Brien-Amico’s story as both an elite athlete […]
Buying student art expands creative horizons
Visual art comes in many different and distinct forms. Whether it is graphic design, photography, painting or even stickers, every piece of art has a story behind it. However, when that art is purchased from a store, the creative source behind it remains a mystery. When supporting a student artist, that mystery is solved: The […]
School of Business welcomes students to new academic year
Excitement filled the air as business students from California Baptist University filled the auditorium at the Robert K. Jabs School of Business for the Welcome Back bash held Sept. 10. Booths from each concentration lined the walls as each department advertised their specialization. Dr. Andrea Scott, dean of the School of Business, opened the night […]
Seniors create theatre company
Student-run, student-led and student-featured. A dream come true for Caleb Leal, senior theater major. Open Source Theatre Company debuted its first ever 10-minute play showcase, and with the help of 10 individuals the show had a great turnout. Leal, along with friend and colleague Sean Lewis, senior theater major and public relations coordinator of Open […]
NFL sponsors respond to debate over national anthem
The recent National Football League protests have impacted the company’s sponsors severely, regardless of which side the businesses support. Companies that are supporting the players’ choices are now seeing a direct negative effect on its success. After many players chose to kneel or stay in the locker room during the national anthem, President Donald J. […]
Original series plunge Netflix into major debt
Netflix original shows have captivated viewers worldwide. According to the Los Angeles Times, more than 50 Netflix original shows have won multiple Emmy Awards and have been nominated 91 times. However, original content has partially caused Netflix to fall into $20 billion of debt. “I was surprised because Netflix has been churning out originals left […]
Amazon purchases Whole Foods, prices decrease
Since Amazon purchased Whole Foods this past summer, prices on its food products have dropped immensely and the organic food store has seen a 25 percent increase in foot traffic throughout its stores. Though Whole Foods is a store that prides itself on its high-quality grocery items, many reports have shown the prices on some […]
DineEquity to close 135 Applebee’s
DineEquity Inc. is expecting to close 105 to 135 Applebee’s locations worldwide. DineEquity’s quarter fiscal 2017 report showed that stores are expected to close because of customers, lease expirations and changing trade areas In the past few years, businesses serving comfort food have hit slumps. DineEquity, the company that franchises and operates Applebee’s and IHOP […]
Hidden Stash Candy shop connects with Riverside community
Hidden Stash Candy is a new candy shop in downtown Riverside with distinguishing features to impress and unite customers of all ages within the community. The candy store recently opened its doors to customers in July and has already established itself as a staple destination for after-school snacks and weekend treats. With its colorful decor […]
Cracker Barrel sets date for arrival in California
The West Coast is meeting Southern charm with the future establishment of California’s first Cracker Barrel, opening February 2018 in Victorville. Despite Internet confusion, Breanna Straessle, manager of corporate communications for Cracker Barrel, said the Victorville location will be California’s first. Best known for its hearty, homestyle comfort food and quaint, antique decor, Cracker Barrel […]