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

Friends tell of treasure trove of cheap books in ‘hidden’ wing of library

Libby Johnson July 3, 2008
A frail voice with, bright blue eyes says students can "pick and choose" information that they may not be aware exists on campus. Though they may not find a treasure trove of gold and ancient artifacts left behind in a secret room by the Founding Fathers, students may be able to buy a book about their revolutionary exploits at a bargain.

Deans, professors grow green curriculum for budding eco-jobs

Theresa Wray July 3, 2008
Deans and professors are in the process of creating a green curriculum that would bring together existing sustainability courses under one program, making it easier for students to eventually compete in today's eco-friendly job market. "Green is everywhere.

Nursing majors accelerate to learn needed skills

Theresa Wray July 3, 2008
A student dons a red medical uniform, wears a stethoscope around her neck and hauls a suitcase packed with heavy medical books to her class in Jacaradan Hall. There, Maya Barovich joins 17 other students in CSUN's new accelerated nursing program. "The program is intense.

Stand-up comic assists libraries

Susannah Reynolds July 3, 2008
Two people sitting at a table, one teaching the other to read. This sight gave comedian Paula Poundstone goose bumps and made her love for public libraries even stronger. Poundstone has partnered with Friends of the Library U.S.A. to be their spokesperson to help raise money for libraries across the country.

Cheech Marin introduces Chicano art at the LACMA

Theresa Wray July 2, 2008
Cheech Marin, CSUN alumni and actor, is mostly known for his dope-smoking, comedic role in the 1970s movie, "Cheech and Chong." What is least known about him is that he is one of the foremost collectors of Chicano art in the U.S., and his nationally-toured private collection has helped to bring Chicano artists into mainstream America.

Sherman faces two opponents this November

Susannah Reynolds July 2, 2008
Brad Sherman, the U.S. Congressman for the 27th District, will defend his House seat this November from two challengers, one of which is running for a very personal reason. One of Sherman's opponents on Election Day is Republican Navraj Singh, a former business owner.
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