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Unpacking Stan State’s 2020 Clery Crime Report

Christopher Correa February 17, 2021

Stanislaus State’s 2020 annual security report, also known as the Clery Report, has been released, providing members of the campus community with statistics on recent on-campus crimes, such as motor...

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...

Reusable bottles can be used to prevent environmental waste. (Photo courtesy of Allison Westlund)

Easy Eco-Friendly Swaps

Switching out single-use items for reusable and eco-friendly alternatives has positive impacts not only on the planet, but it can also add some relief to your wallet over time.  Simple swaps such...

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Housing for the 2020 Winter Break

Essence Saunders December 16, 2020

For Stan State students who are currently on-campus residents, housing will remain open during the winter break (from December 19th to January 2nd) at no extra cost to the student. If a resident would...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Trinity Montoya.

ASI Showcases Online Resources Available to Students During Taco-‘Bout It Events

Despite Stan State's transition to predominately virtual instruction and activities, many resources are still available to students in an online format. Associated Students Incorporated (ASI)...

Check out what's currently trending for Stan State students in the virtual world. (Signal Photo/Schuyler Becker)

Our Virtual Reality

Schuyler Becker November 10, 2020

Virtual media has been on the rise for many years now, finding its way into every home and suffusing the daily lives of many. This year especially the Internet has taken center stage as a necessity for...

Illustration by Ethan Hunt

Staying Logged On: Stan State Students Prepare for an Online Spring 2021 Semester

Anthony Perkins October 24, 2020

In the beginning of September, President Ellen Junn announced via email that the spring 2021 semester would continue to be primarily virtual. Students had barely begun the semester and many did not know...

What's spookier than a pandemic during Halloween! This year, we all need to make sure we celebrate spooky season safely. (Illustration by Ethan Hunt)

How to Celebrate Halloween During a Pandemic

Kerry Young and Nicole Azof October 9, 2020

With social distancing orders and other COVID restrictions, this Halloween will be looking very different for a lot of people, but that doesn’t mean that spooky season canceled all together. A few...

The empty housing common area on campus. (Signal, Essence Saunders)

Student Limitations in the Time of a Pandemic

Essence Saunders September 29, 2020

In the midst of the pandemic, students living on campus have become subject to a new normal of restrictions where they once had guaranteed expectation of connection. This obligatory separation from their...

FMP members introduce their pets on Zoom. (Screenshot of Zoom meeting taken by Lindsey Ouk)

Faculty Mentor Program Hosts First Zoom Event of the Semester

Lindsey Ouk September 26, 2020

Stan State’s Faculty Mentor Program hosted a Zoom event on Friday, September 25th which consisted of Kahoot games and other social activities. The semester's first meeting was filled with contagious...

Pekoe/DC "dorm cat" explores the campus. (Photo courtesy of the AdvoCATS)

Kitty Quarantine Life: An Update on the Campus AdvoCATS

Schuyler Becker September 23, 2020

With Stan State’s campus closure, the community cat-lovers may be wondering how the campus cats have been fairing.  Stan State has been eerily quiet this semester – no bustle of activity,...

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