By Viri Garcia Gallardo, Executive Editor If someone had told my 5-year-old self that she would be graduating college in less than three months, she would have laughed in disbelief. Growing up as an undocumented student, the thought of pursuing higher education felt like a distant fantasy—an impossible dream overshadowed by uncertainty and barriers. But […]
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Toros dominate CCAA, set sights on NCAA Championship
By Jesus Cortez, Staff Reporter There’s no other way to put it: Toros basketball steamrolled the CCAA this season. Both the men’s and women’s teams came into the year with something to prove—albeit for different reasons—but the outcome was the same. Each squad claimed both the Regular Season and Conference Championships, leaving no doubt about […]
Ramadan offers spiritual renewal for Muslim Toros
Islamic holy month observed through fasting, prayer, and charity. By Archangel Apolonio, Staff Reporter Sunset on Feb. 28 marked the start of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan for nearly two billion Muslims around the world. The month—the ninth of the Islamic lunar calendar—is a sacred time for Muslims, and notably marked by 30 days […]
Cal State ready to roll out AI toolkit across all 23 campuses
By Dylan Smith, Managing Editor California State University last month announced a partnership with major tech companies to establish CSU as the nation’s first and largest AI-powered public university system. In a Feb. 5 email to all 23 CSU campuses, the Chancellor’s Office said students, faculty, and staff would receive free access to tools from […]
IJC: ‘We’re completely full on our appointments’—center sees surge of requests for immigration services
By Camila Chavarria, Staff Reporter Phones are ringing off the hook lately at the CSUDH Immigrant Justice Center. Since President Donald Trump returned to the White House this past January, current and former students have reached out to the IJC for advice—seeking everything from job support and citizenship applications, to free legal services. According to […]