Daily Sundial

Potential college dean rallies support

Darya Riyahi • March 20, 2007

As CSUN prepares to hire a new dean of the Mike Curb College of Arts, Media and Communications, Bonnie Brennen, the first of three candidates, talked about her past experience and future goals for CSUN. Brennen has educational and employment experience in corporate communications and said more media attention and a stronger inter-departmental relationship could raise awareness of the Mike Curb College in the community.

Leaders discuss rec center referendum

Rafael Cornejo • March 20, 2007

The University Student Union Board of Directors met Monday to discuss the upcoming referendum on the new recreation center and also to approve health and dental insurance for USU retirees. The recreation center referendum is the second of two attempts. Alisa Langford, a graduate assistant of USU marketing and public relations, said that this time around, informing students has been the priority.

No School Spirit

Oscar Areliz • March 20, 2007

There is no doubt CSUN is a university that lacks something other institutions such as UCLA and USC have. Yes, we do not have a football team or a prestigious sports program, but those are not it. It is such a problem that the University Student Union and Associated Students have gone to great lengths to do something about it.

CSUN students celebrate Iranian New Year

Katie Sheehy • March 20, 2007

With disco lights, Iranian music and food, the Iranian Student Association kicked off the celebrations of a festive New Year, or NoRuz, for all to enjoy on Wednesday. It was a festival that had all the makings of a party and was attended by nearly 100 people.

Club says A.S. budget not sufficient for events

Hilda Yeghishian • March 20, 2007

This year's budget allocates $467,707 to CSUN clubs and organizations, in spite of calls for reform in last semester's Senate open forum. The recommendations for next year's annual budget are underway as the A.S. finance committee now turns over the budget to the discerning eyes of the A.

HD DVD and Blu-ray of similar quality but differ in price

John Manalang • March 20, 2007

Consumers have decided to delve into the world of high-definition movie entertainment. After splurging on a shiny HDTV and a mind-blowing surround sound system, what better way to show off their technological monuments than by purchasing a high-definition disc player? The dilemma is which format to choose: HD DVD or Blu-ray Disc? Reminiscent of past video format competition between Sony's Betamax and VHS, Toshiba's HD DVD and Sony's Blu-ray disc format have constantly persuaded consumers to invest in their product.

Professor speaks out on Holocaust at special lecture

Kristen Whitehurst • March 20, 2007

Looking at the Holocaust from a variety of standpoints will foster a greater understanding of the catastrophe, said a philosophy scholar to a classroom filled with students and faculty in Sierra Hall on Thursday. "There are aspects of the Holocaust that can't be illuminated by the kind of research that history does," said Dr.

Voices of Dissent

defaultuser • March 20, 2007

About six thousand people from all over California gathered in Hollywood on March 17, the fourth anniversary of the conflict with Iraq, to peacefully protest the war. This time, however, the temperature was higher than in previous years. More war supporters were present to confront the protesters.

Provocative posters present political punch lines

Alondra Hernandez • March 20, 2007

Americans are so used to seeing thousands of advertisements on a daily basis that it is impossible not to recognize what a Nike swoosh looks like or to know what product is being advertised with a poster using a black silhouette on a bright background. "Subvertisements: Using Ads and Logos for Protest" is an exhibition currently on display at the CSUN Art Gallery that demonstrates how popular ads can be used to express political and social issues.

‘Wild West’ nostalgia for unlikely audience

John Manalang • March 20, 2007

Western art sculptures have rode off an unusual path in Redwood Hall. Since January 31st this year, CSUN has displayed several bronze statues by renowned Western artist Harry Jackson, a donation from Washington Mutual. But instead of appreciating the art and history behind the statues, visitors are more interested in finding out why they're there.

Coffee chain forms label for up-and-coming artists

Grace Chon • March 20, 2007

Starbucks places quotes on their recycled cups to inspire the minds and hearts of consumers. They also sell music to "inspire the soul." But Starbucks is now taking a step further into their music plans. Starbucks and Concord Music Group joined efforts to create Hear Music, a Los Angeles-based music label, and plan to release their first album by the end of this year, but the artist has not yet been revealed.

Letter to the Editor

defaultuser • March 20, 2007

During a speech last week in Mexico, President Bush renewed his pledge to reform immigration law and establish a temporary guest worker program. Bush claimed that such a plan was compatible with both legal and humanitarian concerns because reducing the motivation for illegal immigration would help curb exploitation of immigrant labor.