By Viri Garcia Gallardo, Executive Editor “White Flags”—the newest installation at the University Art Gallery—presents an unconventional perspective on surrender. In warfare, white flags are considered a symbol of submission, but this thought-provoking installation challenges visitors to rethink their understanding of power, authority, and resistance. Created by The Finishing School—an interdisciplinary artists’ collective exploring contemporary […]
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Academic advisor Roebuck-White reflects on 30-year career at CSUDH
Communications colleagues and students say longtime staffer’s contributions “invaluable” to the department. By Rafael Rodriguez, Staff Reporter Hang around the office of the Communications Department long enough, and students are likely to hear the staff toss out a popular saying: “The only thing constant about this campus is change.” With so much change happening right […]
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Linguistics program secures NSF grant to explore Mixtec language
By Stephinie Phan, Art Director & Alizah Salazar, Staff Reporter Changes are coming to the linguistics program at CSUDH. Starting in about 2 years, the program will refer to its undergraduate degree as a bachelor’s in languages, linguistics, and social justice. The shift in focus reflects a more critical approach to how language can be […]
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GLOW shines spotlight on clothing sustainability
By George Gallardo & Brianna Vaca, Staff Reporters At first glance, those budget-friendly clothes from fast-fashion retailers might seem like a bargain, but the true cost of those deals sometimes involves the exploitation of both workers and the environment. Shortly before Toros went home for the Thanksgiving break, the Growth and Leadership Opportunity for Women […]
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Night watch: views from the parking lot
By Karl Hays, Co-Managing Editor Walking around the parking lots on campus at night can be lonely sometimes – intimidating, too. After finishing classes for the day, sophomore Judson Hashimoto puts on a reflective neon green vest and heads to the parking lot to begin his shift as a student safety escort. As Hashimoto sees […]