Study’ and ‘party’ are words that we do not normally use together, but the good news for us students is that there are new ways to avoid the stress of studying, and enjoy it instead. We are a few weeks away from winter break, and I am sure everyone is planning their holiday vacations. But before we go back home to our parents’ house, or plan to ride the slopes at Mammoth, we have to overcome the most dreadful week… Read more
Northridge Academy High School students Jovana Rovang, left, and Joseph Innocenzi, both 14, practice with their guitars in the quad near the Matador Bookstore complex, Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2009. Innocenzi got started on guitar four months ago, but Rovang, who has been playing since fourth grade, quipped he is already better at it than she is. Photo credit: Jonathan Pobre / Executive Editor
The U.S. military has faced some tough tasks and recently dealt with a very new version of tragedy and violence. The horrific shootings at Fort Hood last month are one reason the U.S. military is in the questionable state it’s in right now. Sure, the massacre at the Texas base was stunning. How could one not question the reasoning and motives behind this horrific tragedy? Many Americans already have qualms with the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Enlistment and recruitment… Read more
When it comes to fashion, men can have just as much fun and variety as women. This is no different when finding the perfect holiday party outfit. The holiday season is the perfect excuse to show your festive side by adding edge and elegance to your look. Just be sure to dress accordingly to the type of party you attend as you transition between office parties, dinner parties and New Year’s Eve parties. One great thing about office parties is… Read more
Dear Editor, The ‘Sex and the Nation State’ symposium, held Nov. 10, discussed issues concerning sex/gender and national security. The keynote speaker was an official from the Central Intelligence Agency, an indication that the methods and activities of government intelligence agencies not be questioned in this conference. But let us look at some of the activities of the CIA. It has overthrown elected leaders, for example in Iran in 1953, Guatemala in 1954, Brazil in 1964, and Chile in 1973…. Read more
The U.S. military has faced some tough tasks and recently dealt with a very new version of tragedy and violence. The horrific shootings at Fort Hood last month are one reason the U.S. military is in the questionable state it’s in right now. Sure, the massacre at the Texas base was stunning. How could one not question the reasoning and motives behind this horrific tragedy? Many Americans already have qualms with the conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Enlistment and recruitment… Read more
Heading into Monday night’s home opener, Cal State Northridge (3-3) head coach Bobby Braswell was getting inconsistent play from his point guards. The first few games of the season Braswell started his senior Mark Hill, but due to his poor play, he was forced to go in another direction with Dathan Lyles, who hasn’t done much to contribute. After leaving the Matadome with an 81-74 victory over Cal State Bakersfield, Braswell could be making another switch at starting point guard…. Read more
When driving down Nordhoff Street and passing the CSUN campus, even if blinking, it’s hard to miss the construction that has been taking place since last year. For people who have not yet seen or heard, this 160,000 square foot metal structure is transforming into what will be known as the Valley Performing Arts Center (VPAC). The VPAC will be the first large-scale venue to provide a unique cultural experience for residents of the San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas…. Read more
Christina Handal isn’t a person that can be pigeonholed. The free-spirited, confident 21-year-old business management major said that concrete life plans scare her. “I don’t like to project out that far and try to plan my life that far in advance,” Handal said. “Even a month ahead, you think, this is where I’m going to be at, this is what I’m going to be doing – and your life takes you on some crazy turn of events that takes you… Read more