Sticking together is the best way to weather economic and political uncertainty. I’m tired of just getting by. The rising cost of living is more than an inconvenience; it’s a constant weight on my shoulders. As a Gen Z adult, I used to imagine the 2000s as a time of opportunity, innovation, and upward mobility. […]
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Hungry after hours: Toros need better dining options
Limited access leaves on-campus residents choosing between safety, cost, and convenience. I think it’s pretty fair to say there aren’t a lot of food options on campus. There are food stands in the Loker Student Union, but a person can only eat so many plates of carne asada fries at Green Olive. Plus, the stalls […]
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‘UndocuToros Rising’ event supports undocumented students facing food insecurity
Attendees received free meals, groceries, and information about on-campus resources. By Dylan Smith, Managing Editor Food insecurity is an issue for millions of college students nationwide. Undocumented students face even greater challenges, as they are often ineligible for federal nutrition assistance programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). In California, 45 percent of noncitizens […]
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Black Resource Center launches meal voucher program
Initiative aims to support Toros experiencing food insecurity. By Sebastian Linan, Staff Reporter Free food is often a sure-fire way to get college students to attend an event on campus. For third-year Africana Studies major Kamen Hartford, these gatherings were more than just a chance to socialize – they were an opportunity to secure his […]
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Forking Out Holiday Help During the Pandemic
Illustration by Darlene Maes. By Robert Rios, Campus Editor It’s always rough during the holidays for anyone dealing with food and housing issues. Compound that with living in a pandemic, and this year those insecurities are only harsher. But a number of campus organizations are doing what they can to ease some of the difficulty. […]