By Lilliana Ulloa Opinions Editor Hey, I get nervous and anxious sometimes, I won’t lie about it. Just imagine being a single mother of two young children and working on finishing a college degree; it’s enough to give you anxiety, right? Well, that’s my life. But I always figured that anxiety is just something we all […]
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The College of Health, Human Services and Nursing Holds Open House
By Migdalia Sanchez Social Media Manager The College of Health, Human Services and Nursing hosted its first annual open house Wednesday on the third floor of Welch Hall from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. CHHSN goal was to highlight the various programs the department offers and allow students to meet the faculty and staff. Some of […]
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Financial Aid Audit Hinders Low-Income Students
By Cindy SepulvedaContributing Writer It’s no secret that attending college now is more expensive than ever. Like most students across America, I applied for financial aid. Financial aid for college students is one of the most critical processes in obtaining a college education. In fact, just how important is financial aid in achieving a college […]
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The Debate About the Flu Shot
By Migdalia SanchezStaff Writer Flu season is upon us, and everywhere we turn we are reminded to get the flu shot. It truly couldn’t be easier. You can get the flu shot at your local pharmacy, some employers offer it during work hours, and the Student Health Center distributed a campus email Jan. 17 informing students […]
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Free College Shouldn’t Be a Pipe Dream
By Alex GrafNews Editor If you’re a college student struggling with the financial burden of getting a four-year degree, you’re far from alone. According to the Federal Reserve, American college students carry a whopping total of $1.48 trillion in student loan debt among 44.2 million borrowers, which comes to $39,400 per borrower. But what if […]