My best friend who is on the verge of graduating college with a great GPA may be deported. As a student, she was happy just to be considered a resident but she thought by the time she would graduate college she would be a U.S. citizen. She started the process for citizenship years ago but her lawyer submitted fraudulent paperwork and simply ran off with her money. She will have to start her immigration process all over again through no… Read more

It comes in different sizes, shapes and colors. It’s slimly, rubbery and safe for all. It’s the only form of male contraceptive that can help prevent spreading HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. However, the adult film industry makes its use optional, which puts performers and the public’s health and safety at risk. Condom use should be mandatory in pornography because it’s a preventive tool. They reinforce a safer work environment rather than only depending on blood work results as… Read more

Despite heavy winter rains, the new Student Recreation Center is still set to open in Spring 2012. “We’re on time,” said Bryanne Knight, the Recreation Center’s project coordinator. Construction of the complex is on pace to be finished in December 2011. Students, staff, and faculty will be able to step foot inside the new facility in Spring 2012, she added. Aside from some minor set backs such as the recession and weather conditions, the steel structure is complete along with… Read more

The Civil Discourse and Social Change initiative kicked off the semester with a lecture commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  The Rev. James Lawson spoke about his work with King, and the admiration he had for him. “Its an important day.  We should celebrate it as the second American Revolution day,” Lawson said, referring to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which is celebrated on the third Monday every January. Lawson briefly described why he has such strong feelings about equality… Read more

Associated Student’s top priority this semester is finances in light of Governor Brown’s budget cut proposal to the UC and CSU systems. “It makes me shudder to think that this cut is a best case scenario,” said Tom Piernik, A.S. university advisor during the A.S. meeting.  “The CSU is putting a value on your education, that is the reality of the state’s finances.” A.S. President Conor Lansdale and Vice President Neil Sanchez said it was their priority to stay informed… Read more

The University Student Union (USU) is throwing a spring kick-off demo event to provide students with a taste of its three signature programs to raise awareness for student participation. The event will showcase the USU’s Red Rallies, Craft Corner and Noontime concerts said Event Manager Shanell Tyus, who said she hopes showcasing the USU’s programs will instill “Mattitude” among students and provide them the opportunity to gain some insight into the programs. “Mattitude is having the attitude of a Matador… Read more

With last month’s announcement that the University of Hawaii will join the Big West Conference starting in July 2012, many issues about traveling came up, but CSUN athletics see the addition as a positive to its league. The Warriors will depart from the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) – except for football, which will join the Mountain West Conference – and expand the current all-California league to 10 teams. CSUN men’s basketball head coach Bobby Braswell said the move will make… Read more

CSUN radio station, KCSN, was presented with a Golden Mike award at the 61st Annual Golden Mike Awards Dinner in Universal City. KCSN news’ “Evening Update,” which aired Sept. 16, 2010 was recognized for “Best Radio Newscast—Over 15 Minutes (Division B).” Kristin Phillips, Jason Yanos, Greg Donnell and Annie Gldzhyan were honored for the work that went into creating the award-winning piece. The Golden Mike Awards are held by the Radio and Television News Association of Southern California (RTNA) to… Read more

The Pantages Theatre in Hollywood has proudly welcomed the Broadway revival of “Hair,” a tale about the flower children of the late ‘60s. While sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll were obvious aspects of the characters’ lives, the message of peace and love that was preached in the Vietnam era was as strong in today’s production as it was when the play debuted in 1967. Because it is set in wartime, today’s young adults can relate to the anger, confusion… Read more