2023

Quick History – Juneteenth

Quick History – Juneteenth

By Ethan Vo | January 1st, 1863 is also known as “Freedom’s Eve” to many. Once the clock struck midnight, all of the enslaved people in the Confederate states had their prayers answered. Both free and enslaved African Americans came together in churches and homes all over the nation awaiting the news that the Emancipation Proclamation has taken effect. When news broke, Union soldiers marched onto plantations and into cities all across the south, reading copies of the Emancipation Proclamation, spreading the good news of freedom.

Resume 101: Beginner’s Guide to the Perfect Resume

Resume 101: Beginner’s Guide to the Perfect Resume

By Ethan Vo | The resume is one of the most important aspects in landing your dream job. If your resume stands out from the rest, it can be the deciding factor between you getting a call back for an interview and getting looked over for the next applicant in line. Therefore, you need your resume game to be on point so you can be sure to cross off “Land your Dream Job” on your life checklist. 

College 101: Some practical tips to surviving your Freshman Year

College 101: Some practical tips to surviving your Freshman Year

By Sol Garay | College. What can I say? College is a whole new chapter in your life where you are thrown in a brand-new environment, new city or town, and introduced to a bunch of new people. For some, starting college can be a stressful experience and it may take some time to adapt. Don’t worry, we are here to provide you with some tips to help you survive your first year of college…

Study Spots in Riverside for College Students

Study Spots in Riverside for College Students

By Sol Garay | With finals week just around the corner, we are here to bring you some of the best study spots that Riverside has to offer! Of course, there are plenty of great study spots at your university such as the Orbach library at UCR, or the Annie Gabriel Library at CBU, however we’d like to shed light on some spots around the city…

Exploring Riverside on a Student Budget: Must-Visit Attractions

Exploring Riverside on a Student Budget: Must-Visit Attractions

By Sol Garay | Being a college student can be hard both mentally and financially. Especially that moment when you’re stressed over midterms or finals, and you look into your kitchen cabinets and all you have to eat are Cup of Noodles Ramen and some Doritos. That is why today we will be taking a look at some fun and inexpensive things to do in the city of Riverside…

Career Fair: Top 5 things to do.

Career Fair: Top 5 things to do.

By Sol Garay | A career fair is an event where multiple recruiters, hiring managers and employers can meet with job candidates in one convenient location. They are great opportunities to meet with potential employers, network with peers, and a way to put yourself out there. And with the Inland Empire Career Fair coming up on June 5th, we are here to share…

Quick History – Riverside Sister Cities

Quick History – Riverside Sister Cities

By Sol Garay | The United States Sister City program began in 1956 when President Dwight D. Eisenhower proposed a people-to-people, citizen diplomacy initiative. The following year, Riverside began its Sister City relationship with Sendai, Japan, making it one of the oldest Sister City relationships in the nation. Since then, the city of Riverside has…

Should you Study Abroad?

Should you Study Abroad?

By Sol Garay | Studying Abroad is the act of going to a different country with the genuine intention of doing more than just sightseeing and bucket list activities. It is an opportunity to live, study, and even work in a completely new environment and experience a brand-new culture – All while earning credit towards your degree…