The United States’ continued willingness to launch, and even escalate, military conflicts in pursuit of natural resources and global hegemony is putting the nation at risk. Ultimately, our domestic and foreign policies not only put lives in harm’s way, but also undermine our claim of championing democracy and human rights worldwide. Over the past nine […]
Category: Opinion
The classroom shouldn’t feel like a courtroom
Do you ever want to ask a question in class, but second-guess yourself? This is the reality for many students at CSUDH, including myself. When clarification is necessary, the fear of saying the “wrong thing” takes top priority. Although CSUDH offers a substantial number of courses, for me, speaking up in class has often felt […]
The joy of riding the bandwagon
I was watching game one of the National League Championship Series with my best friend; the Dodgers were playing the Milwaukee Brewers. At one point during the game, my friend made a comment about how this was the time when bandwagon fans come out and claim to love the Dodgers. This simple comment took me […]
Letter to the Editor—Oct. 7, 2026
California Faculty Association: Stand with us, Toros By CFA E-Board and Contract Team Editor’s note: The printed version of this letter on Oct. 7, 2026, contained unedited draft text. The piece has been updated to reflect the author’s final submitted version. We are the California Faculty Association (CFA) e-board and contract action team members at […]
The financial burden of belonging: The case for cheaper campus merchandise
When I first came to CSUDH in 2023, I was ecstatic to show my new school colors. I remember rushing to the Loker Student Union to buy a hoodie at the bookstore. But when I saw the price tag was $75, my excitement quickly vanished. In high school, I often dreamed about walking around my […]
