College students who choose to travel across the globe gain beneficial and life-changing experiences. Full-time college students often seek to experience independence. Choosing to experience a different part of the world while meetings new and unfamiliar faces can be the push to maturity and culture appreciation that countless young adults desire. Often, college students are […]
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Ambition, student jazz performance group, tests lively new sound at CBU
Ambition, the student-led jazz performance group, made its debut this past January as a pilot program to test the likelihood of future investment with the Shelby and Ferne Collinsworth School of Music. They originally formed as a group to promote jazz education and culture at California Baptist University. Two saxophones, a trombone, a guitar, bass […]
‘X-Men’ producer set to speak during chapel services on applying Christ to various careers
Ralph Winter, producer of the first three “X-Men” movies, will speak at chapel Feb. 27 in the Van Dyne Gym, and again during a formal lecture Feb. 28 in the Innovator’s Auditorium as part of the “Christ and Culture” event. Winter will speak Wednesday at both 10 and 11 a.m. chapel sessions in the gym, […]
Characteristics of ‘Lancer Nation’
The California Baptist University culture is comprised of many different ethnicities, races and lifestyles. The idea of what makes a Lancer is often varied. What characteristics define a Lancer? Katie Shaw, freshman business administration major, said, “To become a Lancer, it takes integrity and knowing you have a passion for what you want to do […]
Universal language of the nations
After having moved away from home, family and their own culture, international students find themselves having to grow accustomed to a new way of playing sports in America and at California Baptist University. A fun way to get international students involved on campus is through intramural sports. Throughout the year, the school offers sports such […]
Convention season recap
Convention season was in full-swing this summer with San Diego Comic Con, LeakyCon and VidCon all vying for the attention of “techies” everywhere. San Diego Comic-Con was undoubtedly the largest of the three, attracting more than 130,000 visitors to the city. While it has always been the premiere comic industry event of the year, SDCC […]
Ten minute makeup
Between early classes and late study nights, it is sometimes difficult for a girl to get up early enough to look her best before class. If you want to perfect a quick and easy makeup routine that leaves you looking refreshed and ready to take on the day, follow the steps below to ensure that […]
“The Hunger Games:” A satisfying adaptation
Spoiler alert: The following review will give away parts of The Hunger Games book and movie. Do not proceed if you wish to be surprised. It’s rare these days to see a movie where the story is more important than the action. “The Hunger Games” film adaptation did just that and still received an 8 […]
Pros and cons of technology
Technology is a prevalent part of the learning process in today’s society. Below is a list of the pros and cons of having a technology-based learning atmosphere: PROS: Convenience: In general, technology has become a staple in today’s society. For teachers, it is easy to have students complete particular activities in class with the World […]
Out of Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Arriving in a large city can be a culturally daunting experience that affects all aspects of one’s life. As I emerged into Washington, D.C., immediate differences and similarities between California and Washington were apparent. The first major contrast was the metro system. Stepping up and out of a tunnel in the ground, […]