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Photos contributed by Ronald John Magoa, right, and Clementine, left

How GenZ is breaking down male fashion barriers

Ernesto Leon, Features Writer December 1, 2021

Putting on your daily foundation, followed by some eyeliner, a ring on every other finger, along with some bracelets and necklaces, all finished up with a crop top and a skirt before going out. For...

Student quits job to rekindle her passion

Student quits job to rekindle her passion

Ernesto Leon, Features Writer December 1, 2021

She walked into work for her shift. It was like every other day she had worked except this was her final day. She was constantly overworked with expectations to still excel in her course load in college...

From Immigrant to Published Writer

From Immigrant to Published Writer

Teresa Alcantar, Staff Writer December 1, 2021

On Friday, Nov. 16, the Kern County Library, in collaboration with CSU Bakersfield, held their annual evening with the author as part of the One Book Project. This year’s featured author was...

Members of CSUB's Edible Garden posing for a picture after finishing potting their plants on November 18th, 2021.

The Edible Garden Hosts a Gardening Workshop

Yasmin Marcelo, Staff Writer November 20, 2021

On Thursday, November 18th, the Edible Garden hosted a gardening workshop for small spaces. According to ASI’s Director of Sustainability, Najeeb Darwish, “Gardening in small spaces is part of...

Teacher and Substitute Shortage

Teacher and Substitute Shortage

Somiah Alkobadi, Staff Writer November 19, 2021

Before Covid-19 impacted the lives of many across the globe, the shortage of teachers had already started. Teachers that were close to retiring, retired once classes went online. According to nu.edu, “8.5...

E-sports Club hosts Halloween gaming

Yasmin Marcelo, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

The E-sports Club at CSUB held Operation: Mash of Monsters in the Student Union multi-purpose room. on Oct. 23. The event involved a costume contest, board games, DIY mask painting, lanyard sales, and...

‘Inside Job’ is Netflix’s new must-see

Leah Truitt, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

If you are a fan of conspiracy theories, dark humor, AI, and technology gone terribly wrong (or hilariously right), then the new Netflix animated television show, “Inside Job,”is for you. Produced...

Thanksgiving serves up cultural fare for families

Juniva Bojorquez, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

Thanksgiving is a time when families get together to enjoy delicious foods, and each culture has its signature dish that they make every year. Almamun Alfarah stated, “I actually do celebrate...

The pressure of work and its impact on students

Alexis Lynde, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

The general rule of college is to study two to three hours per unit, per week, but what does this mean for full- time students who work 30-plus hours a week? Leeonny Velasquez is a junior at CSU Bakersfield...

Newly released film ‘Antlers’ masters suspense

Juniva Bojorquez, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

“Antlers” is a wonderful horror mystery film directed by Scott Cooper that was released to theaters on Oct. 29, 2021. The starring cast is Jesse Plemons, Keri Russell, and Jeremy T. Thomas. The...

Las Vegas showcases cars in the ‘SEMA Convention’

Somiah Alkobadi, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

Las Vegas has been known as a party city for some time now. I recently went this past week for a car convention, “SEMA,” and it seemed that COVID-19 took a toll on the Vegas strip. Las Vegas was...

Budget-friendly gift guide

Jacqueline Gutierrez, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

With money and dead-lines tight, it may be hard for some college students to shop during the holiday season. But that does not mean they have to settle on gifts for loved ones. Here are some gift ideas...

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