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The Runner

The Student News Site of California State University, Bakersfield

The Runner

President Vernon Harper photo provided by CSUB

President Vernon Harper’s first 100 days: Strengthening CSUB’s role in Kern County and expanding leadership

Jocelynn Landon, Editor-in-Chief February 19, 2025

Over the last few months, President Vernon Harper has been leading Cal State Bakersfield, a task immediately met with challenges that required strong leadership from someone determined to make the university...

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A New Program at CSUB is taking students “Beyond The Classroom”

Zachary Trevino, Staff Writer February 18, 2025

Whereas the common idea of learning is centered around being in a lecture hall and reading books for multiple hours on end, a common misconception is that this is the only way to learn and grasp concepts...

Survivors spreading awareness at Human Trafficking Event on Feb. 4.

Survivors of Human Trafficking Bring Awareness

Mario Saldana, Staff Reporter February 17, 2025

Trigger warning: This story contains the topic of sexual assault. Three women, survivors of human trafficking, shared their stories with audiences at the Central Valley‘s Hidden Highway event, on...

Photo of the sign and storefront of "Panorama Liquors"

Banana Beer Buzz Bliss: Champagne Vibes on a Beer Budget

Jaki Sevieux, Opinion writer December 4, 2024

Nestled on the crest of the Panorama Bluffs, “Panorama Liquors” sign stands like a grand, white sentinel watching over Oildale. Known for its wide-ranging drink kit collection, this viral Bakersfield...

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Pour Decisions? CSUB Students Weigh in on Alcohol Sales at Games

Autumn Newbury, Writer December 3, 2024

At Cal State Bakersfield, alcohol is currently not sold at any of the university’s sports events. As the campus continues to grow and evolve, the question of whether alcohol should be allowed at...

A conversation with Lauren Skidmore, Jamey Heath and Justin Baldoni on Oct. 28.

“So much harm was caused from insecure men”

Brittany Oceguera, Editor-in-Chief of El Veloz November 22, 2024

Domestic violence is not a one size fits all issue. While physical abuse is the one we hear of the most, there are various types of domestic violence, and scars that are often invisible. Domestic violence...

Canva graphic by Jacquelin Garcia Garcia/ El Veloz

The return of the Souls

Jacquelin Garcia Garcia, Managing Editor of El Veloz November 22, 2024

It is believed that The Day of the Dead is when the souls of those who passed away return to visit their living family to nourish themselves with the food and their family's presence. The Day of the Dead...

Photo of Joe Ren, CSUB communications professor

Beyond the classroom: The growing financial pressure on faculty

Ashlie Whitaker, Public Relations Director November 21, 2024

In past decades, it was considered the norm to complete your education and then pursue a single profession but in today’s financial landscape it is not as promising.   For a number of lecturers,...

Graphic by Angela Torres

Beyond the tuition: A look into the hidden costs students pay

Angela Torres, Features Editor November 21, 2024

   With the recent six percent tuition increase, Cal State Bakersfield’s undergrad tuition has gone from $3,040 to $4,045 since 2022. A reality for the majority of college students is facing...

Canva Graphic by Melissa Jorge

DACA Recipients Fear For The Future

Melissa Jorge, Digital Managing Editor November 20, 2024

Undocumented immigrants looking for deportation relief and work authorization can find temporary reprieve with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals if they meet the requirements.   Opposed to a...

CSUB Theater Puts on Preview of Title "Life in the Trees"

CSUB Theater Puts on Preview of Title “Life in the Trees”

Blake Burton, Photo Editors November 7, 2024

If you are bored and looking for something to do during the week, head over to Cal State Bakersfield’s Dore Theater to see Life in the Trees directed by Mandy Rees.    Cal State Bakersfield brings...

Mental Health Benefits of Boxing

Mental Health Benefits of Boxing

Marina Gonzalez, Features Writer November 6, 2024

By Marina Gonzalez  Many people are living busy, stressful lives and they struggle with finding a way to relieve stress and relax themselves. However, there is a solution to relieve all the stress that...

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