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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

Illustration by Maricruz Meza / Visual Editor

Attitudes toward suicide, depression treatment varies widely across culture

Andrew Martinez September 16, 2014

  It can be a religious practice, an honorable act or a mortal sin. Suicide is viewed very differently across religions and societies throughout history, whether it be the seppuku of the...

The Blues Project puts on a candlelight vigil for suicide victims back in November 27, 2012 at the Oviatt Library. Photo Credit: Ken Scaboro / Contributor

Blues Project works toward preventing suicide, treating depression

Lisette Rosales September 16, 2014

  Samir Hamawe, 24, graduate student and the Blues Project instructor, remembers when a close friend told him he had tried to commit suicide. More than 38,000 Americans commit suicide annually,...

Illustration by Sarah Cascadden / Contributor

Managing anxiety on a stressful college campus

Neelofer Lodhy September 15, 2014

  With the pressures of starting a new chapter in life, it’s only a matter of time before anxiety sets in, a common occurrence for many college students. Anxiety is often confused with the...

Polaroid cameras are becoming popular once again. Quick photos are produced by polariods and the cameras today like the Instax mini 8, are more portable and inexpensive than most DSLR cameras. Photo Credit: Araceli Castillo/ Photo Editor

Picture obsessed era welcomes the return of the polaroid

Hayley Hill September 15, 2014

Polaroid cameras are becoming popular once again. Quick photos are produced by polariods and the cameras today like the Instax mini 8, are more portable and inexpensive than most DSLR cameras. Photo...

Illustration by Kristine Delicana/Illustration Editor

How to beat the heat at CSUN

Rasta Ghafouri September 12, 2014

With the heat kicking in at an upcoming high of 103 degrees this coming Saturday, students are creatively finding ways to keep themselves cool and refreshed on campus. From relaxing by the pool, to...

Each room at the center is sponsored by a donor. Strength United members help victims of abuse and want to stop it from happening in the future. Photo Credit:Manny D. Araujo/CSUN Sundial.

Strength United empowers victims of abuse

Manny D. Araujo September 11, 2014

    Strength United, formerly known as the Valley Trauma Center, is a CSUN community agency dedicated to assisting victims of abuse. The desire to improve the community, spread awareness,...

Dr. Mario Giraldo and his Geography 404 class work in the garden which contains peppers, pumpkins and rare plants like Peruvian native plant and Amaranthus. 
Photo Credit: Leah Arzu / Sundial Staff

Food Garden propels students to interact with environment

Candice Criss September 10, 2014

  The CSUN campus is abundant with unique gardens and vegetation that provide both a tranquil atmosphere and an interactive learning experience. The CSUN Food Garden is no exception and provides...

Illustration by Kristine Delicana / Illustration Editor

Best buys on a student budget

Alik Ourfalian September 8, 2014

  The fall semester is here, which means back to school shopping is in full force as students prepare for the upcoming semester. For college students, shopping for supplies can get expensive,...

Ashley Rivera, 17, Communications Major and Alejandra Medina, 18, Communications Major enjoy healthy snacks of apples and cucumbers during their lunch breaks outside of Sierra Hall. 
Demi Corso/Sundial Staff

Eating Healthy on a College Budget

Allessandra Lopez September 4, 2014

The college life makes it difficult to eat healthy. With students on the go from one class to another, getting the necessary nutrients can be a hassle. Clinical Dietician and Certified Diabetes Educator...

New dean of Mike Curb College of Arts combines his role as a professional artist and academic administrator. 
Demi Corso/ Sundial Staff

New dean encourages art as form of communication

Nicole Frost September 3, 2014

For Jay Kvapil, the new dean of Mike Curb College of  Arts, Media and Communication creating art in the studio goes hand in hand with his administrative responsibilities. This might seem like an unordinary...

Society of Women Engineers tackle the science gender gap.

Women in Science and Engineering battle the stereotype

Melisa Fumbarg September 3, 2014

  As a professional civil engineer, Lilly Shraibati has had to overcome the stereotype that engineering is a man’s profession. Shraibati comes from a family of male engineers. Many of...

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Film students know how to impress: Reasons why Hollywood Reporter didn’t forget them

Silvia Gutierrez September 2, 2014

>>>CORRECTION: The story incorrectly stated that the department has the opportunity to employ lectures and part-time instructors such as television star Bill Cosby.  Bill Cosby has never...

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