When living in a dormitory, here are a few basic facts to know about the stranger that will soon be sharing your space. 1. Get to know your roommate before moving in. The first thing to do, preferably the day you move in, is talk. Ice breakers can work by finding something in common with your new roommate, making things familiar and less awkward. Become aware of any health problems that your roommate might have.  Keeping contact information for their… Read more

Valerie L. Winslow, artist and art professor, showcased her fascination with the human anatomy through paintings and sketches Friday with a narrated walk-through and book signing in the CSUN Art Gallery. Although there were approximately 50 people in the gallery, the atmosphere was calm and a sense of inquisitiveness lingered in the room. Everyone was ready to learn about Winslow’s art and to hear her explain the meaning behind it. Winslow describes her art as alliteration. She displays clear symbolism and… Read more

For the last couple of years, living environmentally-friendly has taken off drastically and though some people have been living an eco-conspicuous type of lifestyle for many years, others have recently adapted. Now, there is something that can wrap up the eco-conscious ways of living by actually living at an eco-friendly place. This can be found in the heart of Echo Park near downtown Los Angeles at Echo 1030 Lofts. The building itself is “built to LEED Platinum standards, the highest… Read more

Even with a combined eight shots from junior forward Camilo Rojas and freshman midfielder Gustavo Villalobos, the Matadors were unable to attain a win in an exhibition overtime 0-0 draw against San Diego State University on Friday night at Matador Field. Rojas led the CSUN offense with four shots and had several great scoring opportunities, including one at the end of regulation and one with two minutes to go in overtime, which could have delivered the first CSUN soccer win… Read more

Even though at Northridge it feels like summer just begun with the blazing heat, for some students on campus it is time to put away the sandals and lace up the skates. The CSUN hockey team held its tryouts for the upcoming season on Friday and Saturday. “The first tryout went really well,” assistant coach JP Gale said. “Even though it is my first year coaching, (the past few years) as (team) president I did a lot of recruiting. To… Read more

The University Student Union (USU) hosted the fifth annual Welcome All Matadors (WAM) Festival Thursday night at the Residential Hall Sports Lawn. The USU collaborated with the Residence Hall Association (RHA), Associated Students’ Student Productions and Campus Entertainment (S.P.A.C.E.) and H.O.P.E., a bible group on campus to give a “Matador welcome” to students, said Jajrup Singh, event assistant for special events with the USU. “This is a collaboration that should happen every single year, every single semester and, if I… Read more

The CSUN women’s volleyball team opened its 2010 season on the wrong foot, going 0-3 this weekend in the Aztec Invitational at San Diego State University’s Peterson Gym. The Matadors lost in straight sets to San Diego State and the University of Cincinnati and went to five sets against the University of Northern Colorado in a losing effort. CSUN vs. San Diego State The Matadors (0-3) dropped their season opener on Friday to the Aztecs (25-21, 29-27, 30-28) on despite… Read more

Republican Meg Whitman has been touting her experience as chief executive officer of eBay as her primary qualification to be governor of California. But being a CEO does not necessary equal success in politics. Let’s take a look at the top five worst businesspeople turned politician of the past 10 years. 5. Carly Fiorina Coming in at number five on our list is Carly Fiorina (R–CA). This former CEO of Hewlett-Packard was forced out of her job in 2005 after… Read more

Long gone are the days of summer spent lazily lounging on a raft in the pool, at the mall, or on a colorful towel spread out on the warm beach sand. Luckily, one small treat is still guaranteed at the beginning of each school year, the government granted day off known as Labor Day. Although there are countless ways to celebrate Labor Day, one must first choose his or her preferred level of excitement. Some may choose to spend the… Read more