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The Student News Site of California State University, Bakersfield

The Runner

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...

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...

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...

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...

10 must-ask questions for a first date

Rhyan Nile, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

Does hearing the words “First Date” or the thought of going on a first date make you anxious? The idea of wanting to achieve perfection for the first date can cause a lot of over-whelming feelings....

Celebrate on campus with Friendsgiving

Anahi Lomeli, Staff Writer November 17, 2021

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and for many students hey will not be able to go home for the holidays. While it may seem tough to be away from family this holiday, a great way to brighten the...

CSUB is all in for OUTober

Carlos Hernandez, Digital Content Producer November 2, 2021

OUTober has traditionally been a week-long celebration of the LGBTQ+ community at CSU Bakersfield. This year that celebration has transitioned to a month of activities and events. Dr. Bre Evans-Santiago,...

Pumpkin Roll Cake Recipe

Pumpkin Roll Cake Recipe

Leah Truitt, Reporter November 1, 2021

Hello Runners! It’s pumpkin season so here is a recipe for those who are in a pumpkin pastry mood!    Preparation time: 1 hour  Total time: 4 hours with cooling time   Servings:...

CSUB Celebrates Coming Out Stories at Expression Nights

CSUB Celebrates Coming Out Stories at Expression Nights

Yasmin Marcelo, Staff Writer October 28, 2021

For the month of October, CSUB’s Campus Programming department organized an Expression Nights event to celebrate members of the LGBTQ+ community and to give them a safe space to artistically express...

Relief Shopper Relieves Elderly

Relief Shopper Relieves Elderly

Anahi Lomeli, Staff Writer October 28, 2021

The COVID-19 virus has numerous effects, from schools being moved online to new contactless ways of shopping.Perhaps the group that is least reliant on this method is the elderly population. That is where...

Work experience by Ana and Ary Dominguez

Job Interview Tips for College Students

Ana Dominguez, Staff Writer October 22, 2021

Most college students need a job to finance their career or support their families. College students find difficulties when seeking a job because few employers are willing to adapt to the college student’s...

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