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12/05/2025

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Season 34 of Dancing With the Stars concluded on Tuesday, Nov. 25, in a much-anticipated finale that saw wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin and his partner, pro Witney Carson, become the next Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy winners. Robert came into the season as a fan favorite and had viewers furi...

11/21/2025

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As the holidays approach, many families face the stress of providing food, clothing, and gifts for their loved ones. Relief may come from community partners, food banks, and often, donation drives. Senior Ahmiya Edwards, a Psychology major, has started a “stay warm” drive, collecting coats, sock...

11/14/2025

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The men’s and women’s soccer team finished up their seasons on Wednesday and Thursday last week. The women’s soccer team finished its season on Wednesday, the 5th, at home against Pitt-Johnstown. Ended in a 0-0 tie, making their record 2-12-3. The men’s team seemed not to show up on Thursday...

11/07/2025

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PennWest California alumna, Melissa Heintzinger, started her own marketing company shortly after graduating while also balancing a full-time position. Heintzinger graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies in May of 2022. During her time at PennWest California, Heintzinger balanced a...

10/31/2025

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IUP hosted the Coal Bowl this year, and the Vulcans were looking to keep the coal bucket for themselves. Except for last year, the bucket has changed hands every year since the Coal Bowl was created. Last year, breaking the streak and becoming the first team to win the coal bowl back-to-back, Califo...

10/18/2025

The CalTimes has published a special 2025 Homecoming Print Edition, the first print edition on campus in five years. Copies can be picked up all throughout campus and in town 🗞️

Editorial Team:

Jessica Wheeler, Editor-in-Chief
Alivia Wheeler, Assistant Editor
Michael Vinsick, News Editor
Evelyn Esek, Entertainment Editor
Sydney DeCurtis, Lifestyles Editor
Ashlyn Hornick, Layout & Graphic Design Editor

Gretchen Arnold, Staff Writer
Kayla Brill, Staff Writer
Nikkisha Thompson, Staff Writer

10/17/2025

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It doesn’t take much research to discover that the print newspaper is dying. It is, in fact, the reason I have become, first, a nontraditional student at Penn West Cal, and then the Editor-in-Chief of CalTimes. I sold and delivered print newspapers locally for 18 years. I truly believed that I wou...

10/10/2025

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This year’s theme was “Boo’s & Brews,” members of clubs and orgs. attended to compete in the annual mocktail competition. This year’s event showcased spooky, Halloween-themed drinks, such as Cal Choir’s “Phantom Fizz” and Sigma Kappa’s “ Vampire Blood.” Decorations and club han...

10/03/2025

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College is often referred to as one of the most influential four-year periods of a young adult’s life. The typical stereotype often includes partying from Thursday night into Sunday, getting involved in a dozen clubs, living in a small campus dorm or apartment with strangers who become your best f...

10/03/2025

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09/26/2025

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Monday, Sept. 22, TikTok creator Brandon Max paid a visit to PennWest California. The TikToker and his father offered a free meet and greet open to all students in the Airport Lounge and invited students to be featured in a video for his TikTok page. With a current total of 2.8M followers on TikTok,...

09/19/2025

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On Wednesday, Sept. 17, sibling band SM6 took the stage in the Natali Performance Center for a free concert open to all students. The show started at 9 p.m., following an opening DJ set at 8 p.m. featuring the band’s lead singer, Isabel. After the performance, students were invited to attend a mee...