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The Cal Times student news is a publication of the Student Association Inc. at California University of Pennsylvania

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The Cal Times student news is a publication of the Student Association Inc. at California University of Pennsylvania

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Adam Ace Brings the Fun: PennWest Cal Presents Free Money Game Show

Adam Ace Brings the Fun: PennWest Cal Presents Free Money Game Show

Nikkisha Thompson, Staff Writer November 1, 2024

Adam Ace has been a fixture in the world of live entertainment since 1997, and he’s been hosting game shows with unmatched energy and humor since 2008. As the host of the "Free Money Game Show" from...

Meet the Cosplay Club

Meet the Cosplay Club

Jacob Kerfonta, Contributer November 1, 2024

Clubs are spaces where like-minded people can gather and discuss topics, generally reflecting the members' shared interests. With over 100 student-led clubs, most students at PennWest California can find...

PennWest Launches AI Program

Salem Yeschenko, Contributer November 1, 2024

“AI is everywhere. It’s coming at us like a freight train, whether we like it or not,” Camille Dempsey, the future head of the Center for AI and Emerging Technologies said. Following the announcement...

Vulcans Defeats IUP to win 15th Coal Bowl

Vulcans Defeats IUP to win 15th Coal Bowl

Braxton Turner, Sports Editor November 1, 2024

On Saturday, Oct. 26,  the California Vulcans overcame the IUP Crimson Hawks in overtime 16-13. The 15th Coal Bowl matchup between the two teams marks history as the Vulcans became the first to win the...

Homecoming Highlights: A Week of PennWest Pride

Homecoming Highlights: A Week of PennWest Pride

Anna Hohowski, Editor-in-Chief October 24, 2024

Each year, students and alumni of PennWest California eagerly anticipate time-honored traditions, giveaways, performances, and the vibrant entertainment that defines Homecoming Week at PennWest California....

Coming Soon to PennWest: Pen Club

Coming Soon to PennWest: Pen Club

Sydney DeCurtis, Staff Writer October 24, 2024

PennWest California students can look forward to the launch of a new club aimed at English majors, set to be established on campus by next semester.   Second-year English major Manasseh Robertson is...

California Celebrates a Homecoming Victory Against Slippery Rock

California Celebrates a Homecoming Victory Against Slippery Rock

Luke Clister, Staff Writer October 24, 2024

On Oct. 19, the California Vulcans hosted No.6 Slippery Rock. The Vulcans defeated the Rock 28-7 dominantly and now hold the top spot in PSAC West. California was able to snap a six-game losing streak...

The Plan to Boost Enrollment and Retention

The Plan to Boost Enrollment and Retention

Jessica Wheeler, News Editor October 24, 2024

David Dollins, Associate Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management, recently discussed PennWest's current enrollment landscape. The university faced significant challenges this year, in part because...

University President Dr. Jon Anderson Shares Plans for Growth and Innovation

University President Dr. Jon Anderson Shares Plans for Growth and Innovation

Jessica Wheeler, News Editor October 18, 2024

PennWest University president, Dr. Jon Anderson, led an update on the university's progress on Oct. 17. The presentation outlined new developments and ambitious plans across the university's campuses in...

Vulcans Volleyball Defeated by Pitt Johnstown

Vulcans Volleyball Defeated by Pitt Johnstown

Owen Haluska, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

On Saturday, Oct. 12, our Vulcans (3-12, 0-6) hosted the Pitt Johnstown Mountain Cats (15-3, 3-2). It was also the Vulcans’ Senior Day and they recognized four seniors—Julia Blair, Allie Droneberger,...

Phi Sigma Sigma Volunteers at Local Animal Shelter

Phi Sigma Sigma Volunteers at Local Animal Shelter

Sydney DeCurtis, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

On Saturday, Oct. 13, the PennWest California chapter of the Phi Sigma Sigma sorority headed to a Washington County shelter to volunteer with some of their members. This is a part of their mission as well...

PennWest California Hosts 2024 Homecoming Drag Show

PennWest California Hosts 2024 Homecoming Drag Show

Alivia Wheeler, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

On Wednesday, Oct. 17, PennWest California held its annual Homecoming week drag show in the Natali Performance Center, hosted by PennWest California’s very own SAB, the Underground, and Rainbow Alliance....

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