The Iranian Student Association’s (ISA) recognized the literary work of Persian writer Rumi through an original scripted play Nov. 10, bringing close to 100 community members and students to the Northridge Center. President of ISA Farzad Madarshahian said the idea behind the play, “Alchemy of Love,” was to unify the Iranian community and show them in a new light, as opposed to what the media displays. Diana Naderi, co vice-president of ISA, said it’s important to promote the culture to… Read more

The thought of terminating the use of N-word left some students and panelists doubtful Nov. 3 at the Black Student Union’s (BSU) “N-Word” Forum held in the Black House. Terrence Stewart, president of the BSU, said the purpose of the forum was to create consciousness and question the use of the N-word in black communities. Dr. Anthony Ratcliff, a panelist and professor in the Pan African Studies (PAS) department, admits to the struggle he has with the use of the… Read more