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The start of a new semester brings the opportunity to set new goals and create better habits. (Signal photo/ Kerry Young)

Starting Fresh in Spring 2021

Kerry Young February 2, 2021

As we venture into the first days of the spring 2021 semester, students have the chance for a fresh start.Looking back on the last semester and what they have learned, some students are evaluating what...

The film industry, at borh the national and local level, has been greatly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. (Photo courtesy of Michael Jones)

How COVID is Impacting the Local Film and Video Industry

By contributing author Michael Jones December 20, 2020

While many campus programs have adjusted to virtual learning and instruction, there is one area of study that is still feeling the limitations of the online environment: filmmaking. While video isn’t...

Study abroad programs at Stan State allow students to explore multiple parts of the world. (Signal Photo, Berenice Jacobo Zurita) 

Studying Abroad During a Pandemic

Traveling abroad while studying can become an unforgettable experience. Unfortunately, Spring and Fall of 2020 generated a great amount of uncertainty for Stanislaus State’s Study Abroad students...

Me on move in day at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. This was the moment where a lifelong dream was realized, but I had no idea what I was in for. (Signal Photo/Bobbi Solano)

Grad School Chronicles: Bobbi Solano

Bobbi Solano December 18, 2020

College has not been the kindest to me. It’s been a long, extremely windy road that, after six years, is giving me a degree that is the complete opposite of what I initially sought.  I...

Dr. Lonn-Nichols after receiving her doctorate here at Stan State. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Clarissa Lonn-Nichols)

Grad School Chronicles: Dr. Clarissa Lonn-Nichols

Bobbi Solano December 18, 2020

Throughout my grad school journey, there have been serendipitous moments assuring me that I am ready to take this next step. Talking to Stan State’s Associate Dean of Students Dr. Clarissa Lonn-Nichols...

Dr. Maldonado-Valentin after receiving her doctorate degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio. (Photo Courtesy of Dr. Mirta Maldonado-Valentin)

Grad School Chronicles: Dr. Maldonado-Valentin

Bobbi Solano December 18, 2020

Going about the grad school process can be intimidating to anyone. Applications, letters of recommendation, and any other supplementary materials can come to seem as if they’re all too much. When...

Two of Karl Marx's seminal texts, The Communist Manifesto and Capital Volume I. (Signal photo/ Alex Hernandez)

Classes in Connection to Social Movements

Alex Hernandez and Jessica Silva December 15, 2020

Are you interested in social movements happening across the world? Perhaps you are passionate on issues like racial injustices and Indigenous rights. Believe it or not, there are continuous global movements...

Graphic by Ethan Hunt.

Changes Made to Stan State’s Zoom Camera Policy

Berenice Jacobo Zurita December 14, 2020

Using your Zoom camera during a lecture allows the professor to make sure students are paying attention and participating. However, students may feel shy, nervous, or uncomfortable by others looking at...

Have your pen at the ready for some helpful tips from and recent updates on Stan State’s Writing Center. (Signal Photo/Schuyler Becker)

Stan State’s Writing Center Recaps Covid-19 Changes and Offers Writing Advice

Schuyler Becker December 12, 2020

The Stan State Writing Center is a helpful resource for many students, which should not be overlooked during distance learning. It is rare that a career does not involve writing in some manner, and even...

Screenshot of library website homepage by Essence Saunders.

Accessing Library Services During Finals

Essence Saunders December 12, 2020

With finals here, there are several library resources offered to students, digitally. Outreach and Student Engagement Librarian Laura Rocco says that during finals, the Stan State librarians will be extending...

Methods of communication have changed for students this semester. (Signal Photo/Berenice Jacobo Zurita)

Communication Methods Influenced by the Pandemic

Berenice Jacobo Zurita December 8, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has brought restrictions that have drastically challenged the routes of communication used by Stanislaus State students, professors, and staff. Since students can no longer attend...

A clean space to work is a great first step in being productive. (Photo courtesy of Guadalupe Aleman) 

Tips to Improve Time Management and Studying

Earlier this semester, Taylor Whitehead led an online Zoom session for Stan State students on how to manage their time and how to study better in order to lead a healthier life. As we approach finals,...

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