The sound of drums and cheers filled the basketball courts outside of Mission Hall as Polynesian dancers glided across the pavement. Across the lawn, students sat around a table learning how to make origami cranes while others received paper slips with their names hand-written in Arabic. The first Asian Pacific Islander Celebration took place on […]
Tag: Community Life
Open Mic night encourages students to share talents and demonstrate skills
The biannual tradition of Open Mic Night continued on March 17, St. Patrick’s Day. Community Life hosted this event to bring students together to showcase their talents. This event featured 17 performances that included singers, stand-up comedy and musicians displaying their talents and skills. Open Mic Night involves students who grew up performing and love […]
CBU plans in-person Open Mic Night
Community Life plans to host Open Mic Night for this semester on Oct. 14. It is the first time Open Mic Night will take place in person since spring 2020. “Open Mic Night is a chance for California Baptist University student talent to be on display,” said Kristin Holderman, director of Community Life. “We provide […]
COVID-adapted events occur at CBU
Community Life has completely reshaped its approach to events this semester to abide by social distancing guidelines and to consider students currently residing at home rather than on campus. Few events have occurred thus far this semester, but more have been scheduled with Riverside County moving into the red tier, lessening some restrictions. Despite the […]
Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 and Community Life is celebrating throughout the month. For the cultural celebrations at California Baptist University, Community Life typically plans events during which students can experience culture through food, music and games. However, with the current guidelines in place, the celebration has to be changed. In past […]
Community Life moves events online amid Coronavirus
With the many changes that novel coronavirus has brought to California Baptist University, many students now at home fear they will miss out on opportunities to be involved in on-campus events. However, beloved events from Spiritual Life and Community Life are still available to students with the help of technology and social media. Krisitin Holderman, […]
Students celebrate Black History Month
California Baptist University students gathered Feb. 20 to celebrate Black History Month at an event hosted by Community Life in Lancer Plaza. This event occurs every year during February, which is Black History Month. “It is an opportunity to celebrate African American history and to also recognize the hurt that has occurred for many African […]
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 […]