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

Cal Times

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

Cal Times

A tour guide introduces Cal U’s Natali Student Center on the virtual tour offered as part of the “Experience Cal U” section of the university’s website at www.calu.edu/visit. 

How to choose the right college in a pandemic

Hannah Wyman, News Editor October 1, 2020

For high school juniors and seniors, selecting a college to attend is no easy task, and now COVID-19 has added safety, accessibility and financial concerns to worries of standardized tests, college...

Parenting students are able to focus on their schoolwork and still spend quality time with their children thanks to the Child Care Means Parents in School grant.

Student parents find relief with free childcare

Hannah Wyman, News Editor September 30, 2020

For twenty-five-year-old Christina Holstine, remote learning this fall semester means juggling virtual classes for two degrees, chemistry and biology pre-medicine, along with working and raising...

Bonus points in bed! Cal U hosts web seminars for students to earn bonus points

Bonus points in bed! Cal U hosts web seminars for students to earn bonus points

Alexandra Paes, Contributor September 28, 2020

Instead of attending seminars on campus, how about earning bonus points from your bed instead? With COVID-19 changing the look of a typical fall semester, Cal U has opted for an all online experience...

The statue of philanthropist and businessman Robert Eberly outside of Manderino Library and the Vulcan statue on the Cal U campus Quad have each been fitted with a mask to remind all of us to stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Unmasked: Why certain Cal U statues are now wearing masks

Kaitlyn Collins, Staff Writer September 17, 2020

Recently, face masks have appeared on certain statues around Cal U’s campus. The Vulcan statue, which stands in the Quad, and the statue of Robert Eberly, located outside of the Manderino Library, are...

Jamain Stephens

Virtual Memorial held for Jamain “Juice” Stephens

Tom Caton, Editor in Chief September 16, 2020

“Today we come together as a community to remember and celebrate the life of Jamain Stephens,” was the opening of statement of Dr. Karen Hjerpe, athletic director at California University of Pennsylvania,...

Cal U, Clarion University and Edinboro University integrating to form higher education "powerhouse"

California University of Pennsylvania collaborates with both Clarion and Edinboro to expand high-quality educational opportunities for students

Cal U Communications September 16, 2020

California, Clarion and Edinboro universities are forming a partnership that could change the face of higher education in western Pennsylvania. Under the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education’s...

First-year students Sarah Tinker, Masontown, Pa. and Taylor Tubbs, Smithfield, Pa. at a  California University of Pennsylvania "Welcome Weekend" event at the off-campus Vulcan Village apartments on Aug. 22.

First-year students adjust to online learning at Cal U

Veonna King, Staff Writer September 16, 2020

This fall, students are experiencing a unique and virtual semester due to the novel coronavirus pandemic. On Aug.6, Cal U President Geraldine M. Jones announced that University will operate remotely in...

California University of Pennsylvania’s Old Main building.

California University of Pennsylvania posts modest enrollment increases

Cal U Communications September 16, 2020

Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, enrollment at California University of Pennsylvania has increased slightly this fall, compared to last year. Cal U’s total Fall 2020 headcount...

The municipal building of California Borough on Third Street in California, Pa. on Friday afternoon, Sept. 11, 2020.

California Borough adopts emergency ordinance requiring face masks and limits social gatherings

Cal Times September 16, 2020

As of Thursday, an emergency ordinance of the California Borough has been put in place until further notice. This ordinance is the response to the current COVID-19 pandemic and aims to protect the health...

U.S. Presidential Candidates: Democratic candidate Vice President Joe Biden and Republican candidate President Donald J. Trump.

Decision 2020: The State of the Race

Chris Lisle September 9, 2020

With the national conventions now complete, the general election campaign has officially begun with less than 60 days until Election Day on Nov. 3. Republicans have re-nominated President Donald J. Trump...

Old Main, California University of Pennsylvania.

Cal U Moves to Remote Learning for Fall

Cal U Communications August 6, 2020

CALIFORNIA, PA. (July 31, 2020)  Citing the recent rise in COVID-19 cases throughout Pennsylvania and across the country, the president of California University of Pennsylvania announced today that Cal...

Joy Helsel, California University of Pennsylvania’s director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, is honored by Alpha Sigma Alpha, July 25, 2020

Cal U Greek Life Adviser Wins National Honor

Cal U Communications August 6, 2020

Joy Helsel, Cal U’s director of Fraternity and Sorority Life, has received the 2019-2020 Alpha Sigma Alpha Outstanding Fraternity/Sorority Advisor Award. The award recognizes a campus professional...

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