After decades of back and forth deliberation on what to do about Prospector Pete, Long Beach State President Jane Close Conoley announced Sept. 21 that the university would finally retire the 51-year-old mascot from his perch between Liberal Arts 4 and 5. The reactions have been strong on both sides[Read More…]
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Our View: Graduating staff goodbyes
Now that the Daily 49er is closing up shop for the school year, we say goodbye to the graduating seniors who have helped mold this paper into what it is today. Some have been here for three years and others a single semester, but all have created an impact at[Read More…]
Our View: What we consumed over winter break
Winter break is a time for going on vacation, celebrating the holidays and binge watching all the shows you’ve been putting off all semester. This year, the Daily 49er editorial board got the chance to step away from the newsroom and spend some time with the things we enjoy. From[Read More…]
Our View: Tips and tricks for the big tests
Finals are here. We can see the light at the end of the first semester tunnel, but we have one more gruelling week to get through before we can tune out for the holidays. The work may seem overwhelming at this point, but with the right combination of tips and[Read More…]
Our View: Worst gifts received
Contrary to popular belief, there is such a thing as a bad Christmas gift. Yes, the thought counts, but there’s not enough well intentions or pretty wrapping paper in the world to make up for certain gifts. Mostly everyone has a bad memory of a present they have either given[Read More…]
What is the best movie to watch this Halloween?
Starting Oct. 1, the newsroom has been decked out with Halloween decorations. We’re talking ghosts, pumpkins, spider webs and a little stuffed bird dressed up as a cat. The Halloween spirits are high this year, and everyone has their own way of celebrating — and their own movie to ring[Read More…]