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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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Removing the “R-Word” from our Language

Hannah Wyman, Staff Writer November 3, 2019

Last month, Sen. Kamala D. Harris (D-Calif.) became subject to criticism for appearing to agree with a voter who implied that President Trump’s actions were “mentally retarded.” The voter had asked...

Textbook Troubles

Textbook Troubles

Hannah Wyman, Contributor October 23, 2019

College tuition isn’t the only thing students and parents are shuddering at anymore. The price of college textbooks has been on the rise in recent years. From access codes to textbooks to lab equipment,...

(From left to right), iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, and iPhone 11 Pro Max

Reviewing Apple’s latest: iPhone 11, Pro, & Pro Max

Cameron King, Opinions Editor September 27, 2019

It’s essentially a ritual at this point. Every September, Apple announces a slew of new technology to the market from the Steve Jobs Theatre in Cupertino, California. This year, on September 10th, Apple...

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Trump, Iran, and the Saudi Arabian Oil Attack

Cameron King, Opinions Editor September 27, 2019

There’s no denying that in the last two years, tensions between the United States and Iran have been rapidly increasing as a result of withdrawal from the Iranian nuclear agreement, formally known as...

The Democratic primary candidates for President at the first debate.

The State of the 2020 Democratic Primary

Cameron King, Opinions Editor September 24, 2019

There’s no secret that the 2019 Democratic Primary for the Presidential Election has been one of the largest fields ever seen in U.S. history. In fact, it’s even larger than most realize. Since 2017,...

Is it Safe to Test Products on Animals?

Is it Safe to Test Products on Animals?

Morgan Buckwalter, Opinions Editor April 23, 2019

The next time you reach for your face cleanser or a makeup product, take a look at the ingredients section of the product. If the product does not say it is “cruelty free,” you should reconsider buying...

Why Yoga is Extremely Effective

Why Yoga is Extremely Effective

Morgan Buckwalter, Opinions Editor April 8, 2019

Are you looking for a new way to work out, but without having to go to the gym? Yoga is a fun, simple way to stay physically and mentally fit within the walls of your own home. Some benefits of yoga are...

How Plastic is Ruining our Oceans

How Plastic is Ruining our Oceans

Morgan Buckwalter, Opinions Editor March 22, 2019

Imagine this, you are a sea turtle who is swimming frantically in the ocean because the home you have established for yourself is taken over by floating bottles, trash, and other plastic items. Where are...

Should Original Versions of Movies and Shows Remain Untouched?

Should Original Versions of Movies and Shows Remain Untouched?

Morgan Buckwalter, Opinions Editor March 4, 2019

Although there are several movies and television shows have been recreated before, it has recently been drawn to some television lovers’ attention that not every movie or show should be re-enacted. Some...

Designer Items: Are They Worth it?

Designer Items: Are They Worth it?

Tom Caton, Entertainment Editor February 19, 2019

Have you ever seen a piece of clothing you really loved, looked at the price tag, put it back and immediately felt the need to leave the shop? It happens to all of us and in recent times the high-end designer...

SPLASH into Spring Break 2019

SPLASH into Spring Break 2019

Morgan Buckwalter, Opinions Editor February 18, 2019

After mid-terms, students are ready for a long, well-needed break. The constant studying, homework and tests can put an immense amount of pressure and stress on students. Once the mid-term tests are over,...

Meet our new Opinions Editor, Morgan!

Meet our new Opinions Editor, Morgan!

Morgan Buckwalter, Opinions Editor February 16, 2019

Hello! My name is Morgan Buckwalter, and I am the new Opinions Editor for Cal Times. I started writing for Cal Times in the fall of 2018 as a staff writer. I was given the incredible opportunity to write...

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