Coyote Life

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Working hard and playing hard are two aspects of student life our next speaker takes very seriously. Economics major Marrian will share a sampling of the sweeter side of student life. Let’s meet her at the Santos Manuel Student Union North, the newly expanded three-story, 120,000 square foot addition, that serves as a hub for student activities here on campus. Welcome, Marrian.

– Thanks for the introduction, Alex. When it came to deciding on a university, it came down to the balance of academic rigor and social life on campus in order to help me prepare for my future career and enjoy my time on campus as well. CSUSB had everything I needed to work hard and play hard. Student life is a big part of the culture here at CSUSB. After I complete classwork, I take time to rest and spend time with my friends. Many of my friends are with Lubos P.A.S.O., a Filipino American organization that focuses on connecting people to Philippine culture. Through this organization, I have made many lifelong friends and became at home on campus. I also take advantage of the Affinity Centers CSUSB has to offer. Currently, I work as the student assistant for the Asian and Pacific Islander Center, and there is always something to do. You could be making dream catchers at the First Peoples’ Center or spending time with student parents at the Osher Adult Re-Entry Center. You could also spend time at the Women’s Resource Center or laugh with people at the Pan African Center. Overall, the student life on campus is exciting, fun and lively. The campus also hosts a variety of different events throughout the year. You can attend musical performances, theater productions, outdoor festivals, like Coyote Fest, and enjoy celebrations for many different cultures. Events can include the Annual Drag Show, the Women’s Leadership Conference or the Korean Festival. There are activities on campus for everyone to enjoy. CSUSB’s student life has aided me in more ways than I could hope. I’ve been able to meet new people and educate myself on different cultures while obtaining my degree, learning about what makes me happy each step of the way. That’s my story. Back to you, Alex.

– Marrian, thank you. You’ve just revealed the magic formula for balancing work and play while taking full advantage of the college experience. At CSUSB, there’s something for everyone in the Coyote family to enjoy, with more than 150 unique clubs and organizations on campus to satisfy everyone’s playful appetite. That was awesome, take care.