The series received more than 350 submissions from students across Southern California. Only 33 were selected as finalists, including four made by CSUN students as their culminating projects. The films will be aired on PBS SoCal, Chan. 28, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 18, at 10 p.m.
Joshua trees are a vital part of the Mojave Desert ecosystem. California State University Northridge evolutionary biologist professor Jeremy Yoder is hoping a new exhibition at the Lancaster Museum of Art and History will draw attention to the endangered species.
CSUN President Erika D. Beck kicked off the 24-25 academic year on Thursday, Aug. 29, with her annual President’s Welcome Address, a multimedia presentation to share highlights from the past year and goals for the future.
Two highly regarded college rankings placed California State University, Northridge among the nation’s leaders for impact in the lives of students.
Another year, another festive President’s Picnic. On Aug. 29, students, faculty and staff gathered at Bayramian Hall Lawn to ring in the academic year with music, food and outdoor games such as Jenga, Cornhole and Connect 4. Posted signs that said “Take a seat, get out of the heat” and “Mmm tacos,” enticed students to take a break and enjoy each other’s company.
Matadors got back to it with the start of fall 2024 classes. This year, CSUN welcomes nearly 12,000 new students to campus, including an estimated 5,500 first-time freshmen.
About 1,000 new freshmen are settling into their new homes this week at the University Park Apartments and Suites on the north side of campus. Saturday, Aug. 24 was move-in day for many students, who arrived toting suitcases, comfy pillows and mini-fridges.
CSUN has its very own tradition for students who wish to mark significant achievements. It’s called “The Tradition of the Rose.”
Karroum, a rising senior, and Khan, a graduate student studying public health, spoke with CSUN Newsroom about their roles. The conversation shed light on how deeply personal experiences influence their approaches to leadership and the upcoming projects they are passionate about this academic year, such as unity among students.