Daniel Monteleone has loved politics since the day he started his political career in fifth grade at Valencia Valley Elementary when he ran for treasurer. Monteleone’s political career continued into middle school. “Vote for Dan, he’s the man: Vote for Monteleone for Vice President,” was Monteleone’s slogan during his junior high school c…
Read moreAn array of artists took the stage during Espressions, an open mic night, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday in the University Student Union Games Room for an opportunity to be the opening act for India.Arie. Twenty-five different poets, singers, creative writers, musicians and spoken word artists performed pieces through their respective mediums of e…
Read moreGrowing up without a male father figure since the age of seven was difficult for CSUN student Anthony Barajas. Despite his loss, the benefits of being raised and growing up around all females served to the 22-year-old’s advantage as he learned things about women that many men are unaware of. “I’m not as hesitant or nervous when [...]…
Read moreSince the mid 20th century, when the American Jewish community was at its peak of about six million religious followers, it has decreased to less than two percent of the entire United States population. According to the U.S. Census, only 1.7 percent of the whole population in 2007 was identified as Jewish. This number is expected [...]…
Read moreApril 20, 1999 marks an unforgettable tragedy in the community of Littleton, CO. Eric Harris, 18, and Dylan Klebold, 17, walked into Columbine High School and shot and killed 12 students and one teacher before taking their own lives. Ten years later, the question still lingers – why did they do [...]…
Read moreFor many fans of India Arie, Friday night’s concert did not disappoint. For Ron Robinson, a senior finance major, who attended the concert with some of his friends, the concert was a pleasant surprise. “I decided to come with some of my home girls. You know, because it’s free,” he said. “I can’t say that I’ve really [...]…
Read moreKevin McAllister was accidentally left behind when his family took off to Paris for a Christmas family vacation. He was 8 years old, and enjoyed living by himself until two intruders tried to rob his house. He protected his home and himself by learning how to fight the robbers. He arranged [...]…
Read moreDuring the beginning of the semester, 26-year-old Daehyan Kim’s future looked bleak. Like others, he was not able to get into the classes he needed due to the effects of the budget crisis. Kim is an international student from Korea who transferred from Santa Monica College. As an international student, the CTVA major is required [...]…
Read moreHe tested positive for HIV in 1992, was paroled in 2007 and as a result 41-year-old Michael Dilley has tried to help others combat addiction and prevent HIV. “Like four months after my diagnosis I was in a school talking about it,” said Dilley, a health education student. Since Dilley was paroled in December of 2007, he [...]…
Read moreWith the semester in full swing, an opportunity to relax and forget about stress-filled days is right around the corner. Imagine sitting under the stars listening to the sultry voice of India Arie while the cool evening breeze blows away all anxiety. On Friday, Sept. 25, the R&B singer is set to perform at CSUN. Hamid Jahangard, program [...]…
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