The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

Organizations come together to protest military recruitment

Cindy Von Quednow February 26, 2008
Semper Fi - Kill or Die - In a war based on Lies." "What are they recruiting for? Murder, rape, torture, war." These are some of the chants members of various local chapters of anti-war organizations recited during the demonstration that took place on Feb.

‘The Year My Parents Went on Vacation’ captures political unrest in the world

Cindy Von Quednow February 26, 2008
The title sounds more like a "Home Alone" type comedy about the antics that ensue upon being left behind by adults in an unfamiliar place. Instead, "The Year My Parents Went on Vacation" is a telling tale about a 12-year-old boy thrown into a situation far beyond his maturity level.

Struggling immigrants desire basic human rights and U.S. freedom

Cindy Von Quednow February 22, 2008
The war in Iraq and immigration are two issues that are of big concern in today's political and electoral climate. They are also issues that resonate deeply within the Latino community, both in the United States and in Latin America. Studies have shown that the U.

Traveler’s Antiquity Collection at Oviatt celebrates travel literature

Cindy Von Quednow February 19, 2008
Aside from being famous authors in their respective fields and times, Charles Dickens and Herodotus had one thing in common: their love for travel. Dickens wrote about his time in Italy, and Herodotus recounted the Greek and Persian Wars while traveling through the Mediterranean and Black Seas.

Animated film ‘Persepolis’ captures the hearts of viewers and critics

Cindy Von Quednow February 12, 2008
When Marjane Satrapi was a young girl in Iran, there were two things she most looked forward to: shaving her legs, and becoming the last prophet in the galaxy. Now, she can add winning an Oscar to her list. Her film, "Persepolis," based on her autobiographical graphic novel series, is nominated for best animated feature this year.

Professors show ‘The Daily Show’ in classrooms

Cindy Von Quednow February 9, 2008
Tucked away in the University Student Union is a relatively small theater; something you would watch an outdated movie in. There you will find a couple hundred CSUN students trying to stay awake during a session of introductory political science. Eyelids are getting heavy and thumbs are busy texting away until the professor announces he's going to show a clip of "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" to illustrate how bureaucratic agencies function.

Gas guzzlers will produce ‘feebates’

Cindy Von Quednow February 9, 2008
A global warming bill in the California State Assembly was pulled by its author late last month after not garnering enough support. The California Clean Car Discount Act, or AB 493, in an effort to curb the emission of green house gasses into the atmosphere, would have imposed a one-time fee and given rebates to new car buyers based on the amount of harmful gasses their car emits.

Nicaragua president should allow a woman to choose

Cindy Von Quednow January 31, 2008
The abortion law in Nicaragua, which bans all forms of abortion, is both draconian and implausible. Implemented in 2006, the law makes all types of abortions illegal regardless of the conditions or reasons. It is deeply embedded in the country's strict Catholic and machista values in which men have ownership of women's bodies.

Reporter’s Notebook

Cindy Von Quednow January 25, 2008
I first heard about Camilo Mejia in a Spanish-language media class last semester. I was developing a story about Latino resistance to the military and my professor gave me his name. After a quick, first telephone interview and reading the beginning of his book, I realized I needed to do a one-on-one interview in person with Mejia to really understand the depth of his story and amazing journey.

Rough road from Ar Ramadi for unwilling soldier

Cindy Von Quednow January 25, 2008
Camilo Mejia is enjoying civilian life. He recently moved to a modest house in North Miami that he will share with his 7-year-old daughter, Samantha. He's still working on furnishing and stocking the new home; the living room is empty other than two lounge chairs, wine glasses are used for water, and once the cable installation guys leave, he'll have some entertainment.

Iraq War veteran opposes army recruitment of Latinos

Cindy Von Quednow January 25, 2008
As a recently-arrived immigrant from post-war Nicaragua, Camilo Mejia felt out of place in the United States, his third home in three years. He decided to join the Army in order to find his place in the world. "I was lacking social contact and I didn't feel part of anything," Mejia said.

Culture Clash member now CSUN instructor

Cindy Von Quednow November 14, 2007
Herbert Siguenza is a busy man. Aside from being a full-time member of the award-winning comedy acting trio, Culture Clash, he's an instructor in the Central American Studies department at CSUN, teaches acting through the Cal Arts Partnership at Plaza de la Raza and was recently named the president of the Authority Commission for El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument, or Olvera Street.
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