Defending policy, tradition and faith
November 26, 2014
When it comes to dictating how clubs and organizations should be led on CSU campuses, government agencies felt it was best to put an end to the InterVarsity Christian Club across all CSU campuses. In August the chancellor of the California State University, Dr. Timothy White, banned the CSUN chap...
Student film ¡Corre! draws attention to sex trafficking
November 19, 2014
She is unaware of the troubles that loom inside the dark walls of the brothel. Her body may be weak, but her determination is resilient. Women continue to be tormented by fear of speaking out against their captors. This is illustrated through Lucia, a representation of the ma...
Students embrace fall fashion on campus
November 19, 2014
contributing reporting by Georgia Simone Levy Beyonce once said, “I woke up like this,” a world-dominating phrase that not only took over the web, but also inspired many to show their fashion as they just woke up. For many students, waking up early for school is already a hassle, esp...
Alexander Wang creates sporty-chic line for H&M collaboration
November 4, 2014
contributing reporting by Georgia Simone Levy For quite some time now we have noticed this “sporty-chic” style trending globally, which isgreat news for students on campus who spend the majority of their time trying to feel comfortable and stylish throughout the semester. This fall, our fas...
Fall fashion embraces the heat on CSUN campus
October 30, 2014
additional reporting by Georgia Simone Levy, contributor We already know that the heat is making statement here at CSUN, but is the style as hot as the heat? Fall fashion is here, we’re just waiting on the weather to catch up. Hoodies, scarves, turtlenecks, and boots have been put on hold...
The rise of the white, male celebrity activist
October 22, 2014
Race and gender do not play a factor in what gets recognition in the media, said no one ever. If you are a white male, chances are what you have to say won’t go unheard. No matter your celebrity platform, if you do not have the proper color or proper sex organ, people aren't going to take what you are hop...
Racist representations in the media needs to change
October 15, 2014
Black and white, two hues usually set to depict opposites. From films to one’s own reality, these shades alone hold the power of how we view each other in society. In many films and TV shows, black people are primarily depicted as the drug dealers, the thugs or the hardcore convicts. In the meantime, white people are p...
Anti-Columbus Day event raises awareness of decolonization through comedy
October 13, 2014
Nationwide, on the second Monday of October, Columbus Day is celebrated. The day brings forth history lessons about Christopher Columbus’ discovery of the Americas. However, many feel that Columbus Day should not be celebrated. Instead, some people say, the day should be changed to bri...
Career Center event informs students of choices after graduation
September 29, 2014
Students interested in learning about options after they graduate, such as graduate programs attended CSUN’s annual Graduate and Professional School Information Day. Nearly 80 different schools were available to inform students looking to enter grad school, inside the University Student Union Northridge...
Apple vs. Samsung, the smartphone battle continues
September 10, 2014
The battle of the smart phones seems to be an endless feud between suppliers and consumers. As undergraduates it’s important that the right phone is chosen to suit everyday student life. While many may argue that cost might be the most crucial factors in choosing a phone, Samsung and Appl...
Supporters, family of Armando Villa hand out water bottles to students
September 8, 2014
Friends and supporters of Armando Villa gathered outside Sierra Tower today on the first day of Rush Week to pass out water bottles to students with the words, “Stop hazing” written on them. The 19-year-old freshman died during a hazing incident while hiking in the Angeles...