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To Bemoan a Brother: A Study in Vietnamese Grief
To Bemoan a Brother: A Study in Vietnamese Grief
Tommy Vinh Bui, contributor • November 12, 2024

Grief is somehow both the default setting and a sentiment fiercely dodged, pitched from family member to family member like a hot potato. We’re...

A CSUN student places American flags on the Library Lawn in honor of fallen veterans. Thursday Sept. 11, 2024, Northridge, Calif. Photo by Solomon O. Smith
Opinion: A Veterans Day reminder: the United States military deserves better than Trump
Solomon Smith, Contributor • November 11, 2024

The new president-elect of the United States, Donald J. Trump, has shown consistent disdain for veterans, showing a lack of respect for those...

Illustration by Amy Sandoval
Could the Harris Walz social media campaign cause a “DEMininomenon” this election?
Jaya Roberts, Opinion Editor • November 5, 2024

Since the 1960s, college students have been vocal and radical, pushing for systemic change in the United States. From Columbia University students...

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True Life: I’m 27 and still in college
Yulissa Garcia, Reporter • November 1, 2024

“Why is she 25 and in college?” First of all, I’m 27 and I didn’t know pursuing your first bachelor's degree had an age limit. I...

Illustration by Maliahguiya Sourgose
Investing in safer schools: My thoughts on Prop. 2
German Gonzalez Aquino, Contributor • October 31, 2024

Dear Matadors, My name is German Gonzalez Aquino, and I am a Master of Social Work (MSW) student here at CSUN. I hope that you are all doing...

Opinion - Cartoon
Opinion – Cartoon
Tania Huerta, Page Designer • October 29, 2024

Opinion - Cartoon
Opinion – Cartoon
Amy Sandoval October 29, 2024

Allison Maltun in Italy during her study abroad trip over the summer in 2024
My experience studying abroad in Milan
Allison Maltun, Reporter • October 18, 2024

Over the summer of 2024, I had the experience of a lifetime studying abroad in Milan, Italy. I was immersed in Italian culture and had the chance...

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CSUN food options are lacking inclusivity
Chelsea Corry, Reporter • October 16, 2024

Attending university can be full of opportunities: self-discovery, new friends and career paths. One thing that students would not expect to...

Illustration by Maliahguiya Sourgose
The Burden of Birth Control
Teagan Davidge, Assistant Social Media Editor • September 23, 2024

Have you ever stopped to wonder why there are only two forms of male birth control, while there are 12 options for women? This is because men...

The main entrance of the University Library (Sundial File Photo).
Opinion: Finding Community In A Post-Lockdown College Life
Jaya Roberts, Opinion Editor • August 29, 2024

When the Coronavirus pandemic began spreading across the world in early 2020, there was no way for anyone to know what the future may hold, and...

CSUN Smash Bros. Ultimate team members Sebastian Merino (left) David Chavez (middle) and Neathan Gallardo (right) taking a group photo March 9 at Long Beach State University.
A day in the life of an esports gamer
David Chavez, Reporter • May 19, 2024

It’s 7 a.m. and it’s the day of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament at Long Beach State University. After the hour-long drive filled...

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Life as a parent returning to college
Desiree Kiva Powell, Reporter • May 17, 2024

My two teenage sons motivate, frustrate, inspire and infuriate me. They make me smile and make me, to use their lingo, cringe. They have watched...

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Unpacking the Intersection: Judaism, antisemitism and criticism of Israel
Jaya Roberts, Opinion Editor • May 14, 2024

On May 1, the United States House of Representatives passed a legislative bill to broaden the definition of antisemitism to include the “targeting...

Illustration by Amy Sandoval
Building an inclusive campus: Why CSUN faculty and staff should have disability education training
Alyssa Alvarez, Reporter • May 14, 2024

When I told my professor that I had not yet been able to inform the disability office of my deafness and get official accommodations through...