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The Runner

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The Runner

Bell pepper and jackfruit tortellini is a simple way to upgrade the classic dish.

Runner recipes: Bell pepper and jackfruit tortellini

Destinee Sims, Opinions Editor March 20, 2020

With the currently limited availability of most grocery items, college students are left trying to turn a handful of items into a delicious meal. In most cases, students seem to feel that they must choose...

To ensure a proper seal, it is important that the jam reaches the band of the jar.

Runner recipes: Dazzling dragonfruit jam

Destinee Sims, Opinions Editor March 16, 2020

With the increasing number of unpronounceable ingredients being added to today’s prepared food, it becomes difficult to truly control what is being eaten. This includes a variety of preservatives, lab...

The cast for "The Who's Tommy" dances to musical number in Act One of their production.

CSUB Theatre performs The Who’s rock opera, “Tommy”

Lauren Hill, Features Editor March 15, 2020

  “That deaf, dumb, blind kid sure plays a mean Pinball!”    CSU Bakersfield Music and Theatre rocks out during their colorful and exhilarating performance of “The Who’s Tommy.”   ...

Students participate in on campus Mass held for Ash Wednesday

Students participate in on campus Mass held for Ash Wednesday

Francisco Ruiz, Reporter March 15, 2020

  Ash Wednesday is a special day for those of the Catholic faith, and CSU Bakersfield started the day with an on-campus mass.   “Lent is 40 days, and in the Bible in the biblical times 40 days...

Ramen is an affordable base that can be transformed into a delish restaurant-style dish with ease.

Runner recipes: Upgraded instant ramen

Angela Jordan, Opinions Columnist March 14, 2020

Instant ramen is a staple college student meal. All of the ingredients (besides water) come in the package, and it only takes about five minutes to make. I personally don’t mind this quick and easy meal...

The ingredients come together to make a flavorful dish that can be reheated later.

Runner recipes: Italian sausage pasta

Katrina Singleton, News Editor March 7, 2020

  College is already expensive; adding on the expense of eating, pockets can get a little tight. All the ingredients for this dish can be found at your local Walmart; many of the ingredients can regularly...

Runner Premier: The Who’s Tommy

March 5, 2020

A preview of CSUB's spring musical, The Who's Tommy.

Rebecca Bender signs an autograph on her book, "In Pursuit for Love" for an attendee at her event.

Human Trafficking survivor tells story to the Kern County community

Estefany Henriquez, Reporter March 3, 2020

  The atmosphere was attentive and sobering as human trafficking survivor Rebecca Bender revealed the reality of her victimization by the illegal human trafficking business.    Bender is a survival...

Panel members speak at the Gun Violence Prevention panel at CSU Bakersfield on Feb. 20.

Bakersfield Police Department holds gun violence prevention panel at CSUB

Francisco Ruiz, Reporter March 3, 2020

 There are six speakers. Two of them are dressed up in their work uniforms, and one of them wears a light blue uniform with her name embroidered into it. She’s a crime analyst. The other guest wears...

Students gather at the Hinduism resource table to talk and speak with representatives at the Interfaith Resource Fair on Feb. 19.

Many faiths, one love: Conversation and community at the Interfaith Resource Fair

Lauren Hill, Features Editor March 2, 2020

 The Common Grounds Club on CSU Bakersfield’s campus works tirelessly to display the colors of belief and religion that cover the world. Groups of students surrounded tables, and the smiles of representatives...

Kung pao chickpeas makes a colorful dish that helps students consume their recommended daily vegetables without being too expensive.

Runner recipes: Kung pao chickpeas

Destinee Sims, Opinions Editor March 1, 2020

Buying groceries each week can get expensive, making it difficult to cook on a college student’s budget. Thankfully CSU Bakersfield has the Food Pantry; there are a variety of meals that can be made...

“Consider Me, Include Me”

Yoana Andrade, Reporter February 27, 2020

  Bullying is an emotional topic, but that shouldn’t stop teachers, students, parents, etc. from teaching what it is and how to prevent it in schools and households. Bullying happens all over the world...

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