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Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

The student media organization of California State University Northridge

Daily Sundial

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CSUN student strategizes for chess success

David Olvera, Reporter May 19, 2022

Amid the campus’ quiet buzz lies a challenger presenting a game. The sun’s warm glow washes over Haig Amloyan as he presents a chessboard to anyone looking for a match. Seated between the CSUN Campus...

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The fall and rise of roller-skating

Ivy Jenkins, Reporter May 19, 2022

In 2020, Northridge’s Skateland roller-skating rink officially closed down, eventually being converted into a homeless shelter. Although this meant opportunities for one community, it also meant a loss...

CSUN oasis wellness center

Five spots for students to relax at CSUN

Lane Lawhead, Local Business Reporter May 18, 2022

Finals week can be a challenging time for any student. During this hectic part of the semester, finding a space to relax may be important for staying afloat amid the stress. Luckily, there are plenty of...

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Bad Bunny cast as Marvel’s first live-action Latino lead

Mariana Montaya, Reporter May 17, 2022

Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, the Puerto Rican rapper known as Bad Bunny, is entering the Spider-Man universe in the form of luchador El Muerto, making him Marvel’s first Latino lead in a live-action...

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‘Abbott Elementary’ highlights issues facing underfunded schools

Sebastian Artola, Contributor May 16, 2022

Depicting situations that teachers may often face, ABC’s “Abbott Elementary” is a comedy series about the misadventures of school staff as they attempt to deal with the realities of working at an...

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Photo Essay: CSUN’s Theatre Guild

Kaitlyn Lavo, Photo Editor May 16, 2022

Despite an annual budget of $3,400, lower enrollment rates, and shifts in leadership midway through the spring semester, CSUN’s Theatre Guild pulled together productions at a professional scale. The...

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2022 Met Gala receives mixed reviews

Alexandra Najera, Contributor May 13, 2022

Amid the draft leak of the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade opinion, May 2 saw the annual return of the Met Gala, but the success of this year’s event has been highly debated. Often touted as the fashion...

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Photo Essay: Gamer life

David Olvera, Reporter May 12, 2022

In front of the CSUN gym in the University Student Union lies a dungeon of zombie invasions, fist brawls to the death, wizards casting magic spells, and adventures beyond your wildest imagination. Students...

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Deported veterans exhibit on display

Patrick Pamanian, Reporter May 10, 2022

The “Deported Veterans” exhibit by CSUN alumnus and United States Navy veteran Joseph Silva opened to viewers in late February, and is on display at the Los Angeles United Methodist Museum of Social...

People talking at a Fair at CSUN

CSUN aims to end the stigma around periods

Mariana Montaya, Reporter May 5, 2022

From the new Disney movie “Turning Red” to the push for free menstrual products in restrooms, periods are being talked about. Conversations about menstruation have slowly become more accepted in recent...

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Reflecting on Ramadan

Habeba Mostafa, Multimedia Assistant Editor May 4, 2022

Ramadan is a holiday where many Muslims fast, or abstain from eating and drinking, from dawn to sunset for one month. This year, Muslims in the United States observed Ramadan from April 2 to May 1. The...

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Beneath the Surface: Tarik “Nishwakie” Lord

Kamryn Martell, Reporter May 3, 2022

As humans, we tend to judge people. We make assumptions of who people are before they even talk. Beneath the Surface is a podcast that highlights CSUN students and who they are as people. In the...

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