The sleek and shiny iPad is hitting stores next month and igniting a buzz in the literary world.  Now that the all-mighty Apple has joined the e-book craze, writers are left worrying about the future of print journalism. Consumers can buy and read books, magazines and newspapers on devices like the iPad leaving the demand of printed material in question.  But before you throw out your paper and pen, stop to recognize that the iPad is just the first of… Read more

It is quite common to relate disaster with environmental issues: global warming, oil spills and droughts for instance. But religion and the environment? Not as much. In the wake of the Haitian earthquake, international groups and individuals are sending food, money and medical supplies. But, one faith-based U.S. company is sending Bibles. But these aren’t anything ordinary. They’re solar-powered, audio Bibles. The Faith Comes by Hearing group call this innovative book “The  Proclaimer.” It basically looks like a medium-sized, heavy-duty… Read more

Officials from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) will visit CSUN from Feb. 3-5 as the second step in the university’s attempt for re-accreditation. Every 10 years, universities and colleges undergo a process to renew its accreditation status to be considered a proper educational institution.   According to the executive summary report, CSUN began this three-step process when faculty and staff submitted the Institutional Proposal (IP) in 2007 and the Capacity and Preparatory Review (CPR) this past fall… Read more

Since the near bombing on Christmas Day, the threat of in-flight terrorism has reawakened the American conscious. Scrambling for some peace of mind, the newest solution is installing full-body scanners at airport security checkpoints. But this new generation of technology isn’t as simple as a metal detector. Say hello to a virtual strip-down of all your naked splendor. Even though the privacy arguments have just recently hit mainstream media, these machines have been in airport use since 2007. The U.S…. Read more

Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Terry Piper, who was diagnosed with melanoma, a malignant type of skin cancer, will be taking an indefinite amount of time off from his duties to focus his attention on his health. Dr. William Watkins, who has served as Dean of Students, will be taking over Piper’s duties as he recovers. “My goal is to continue to provide the level of service that supports the student body and that reflects the values and the… Read more

By Roxanne Estrada To Ricardo Rodriguez, music is more than just a few notes strung along a treble clef; it’s a way of life. “It’s the music, the scene, the whole culture of music, it’s almost like a ritual, a religion,” he said. Rodriguez is an amateur roadie for his many friends in local bands and said he loves just being there whether it’s carrying amps or setting up equipment. He’s not too picky when it comes to music. “I… Read more