California state legislators participated in a round table discussion Thursday about how the state’s budget crisis relates to higher education funding, in the USU Grand Salon. Few CSUN students attended the second of three events in the A.S. sponsored series “Big Politics” to hear guests Coby King, the Chair Elect of the Valley Industry and Commerce Association, Eric Anders, founder and owner of the Wood Ranch restaurant chain, Democratic Senator Kevin deLeon and Republican Assemblyman Cameron Smyth discuss how California’s… Read more

Twenty years ago this Sunday a six-day wave of violence, looting, vandalism and arson began that swept through African-American, Latino, and Korean neighborhoods of South-Central Los Angeles. CSUN journalism Professor Taeyun Kim invited four members of the ethnic media who covered the 1992 LA riots to share their experiences during a panel discussion titled “Sounds that Heal” at the Valley Performing Arts Center, Wednesday. Jin Ho Lee of Radio Korea, Karen Slade of KJLH radio and Ruben Tapia of Radio… Read more

I present here a cautionary tale of how the misguided choices of liberal voters in the 2000 presidential election may have cost us the ability to purchase affordable health insurance after we finish college. Last month, the Supreme court heard oral arguments challenging the constitutionality of parts of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), or “Obamacare.”  They are expected to render a decision this summer. This is particularly troubling for those of us getting degrees in departments where… Read more

  If you’re into hiking, camping, the outdoors, or just need some peace and quiet, consider a road trip to one of Southern California’s deserts. Yes, gas prices are up, but a road trip is still more affordable than flying to most places and the drive is an experience in itself.  Spring is a perfect time to visit, with blooming wildflowers and moderate temperatures.  Load your iPod with your favorite playlists. Getting there is half the fun. Joshua Tree National… Read more

Adrian M. Boluarte Chong lived on $80 a month for six months after arriving at Fullerton College from Lima, Peru. He spent most of his savings on a cheap used car, because it took two hours to get anywhere by bus. He struggled through bureaucracy to get a driver’s license. But Boluarte Chong was undaunted by obstacles to pursue his dream of studying music in the United States. “I took that risk. A lot of people criticized me – ‘You’re… Read more