“Don’t be afraid of taking risks, be confident in your abilities and in who you are.”
This is a quote Elijah Green, a communication major, would tell his younger self if he could go back in time.
When...
Oscar Torres, Community News Digital Editor
• April 7, 2023
Growing up, you start to keep a hold of something you’re passionate about. No matter what it is, you strive to keep that passion even in your adult years.
I have always thought of collecting, but...
Students don't have to be philosophers to attend Cal State LA's philosophy club meetings. In fact, club President Edie Markovich says their space is an open-environment where all students are welcome.
The...
Dear Denis,
Do people have soulmates? How long should you wait to say “I love you?”
- Angel
Dear Angel,
I’ve always had the firm belief that people have soulmates. But I don’t...
I have always felt like my Jewishness confuses people.
I am genetically half Jewish and half not. My mother is of European Jewish descent and my father is mostly Norwegian. According to Jewish law,...
Note: Headline has been updated from original posting.
The marketing club is “more than just a club.” According to its leaders, it’s about creating valuable connections while working on one’s...
Outstanding contributions of Black students, staff and faculty members were recognized at the Black Joy red carpet event at the end of Feb.
This event also celebrated Black identity, leadership, achievements...
Erik Adams, Senior Multimedia Reporter
• March 2, 2023
Discussions of culture, personal empowerment and embracing individuality filled the room in Cal State LA’s Career Center in Feb., as the “Black is Not a Monolith” workshop went underway.
Despite...
The Cal State LA Center for Student Involvement (CSI) recently hosted a Cupid Social event in the University Student Union Plaza in honor of Valentine’s Day. Students gathered to celebrate love with...
Denis Akbari, Community News Editor-in-Chief
• February 28, 2023
At the Weird Wave Coffee Brewers in Boyle Heights, owner Jackson Defa provides a space for some of the community's artists to grab a cup of joe and seek inspiration for their next masterpieces.
Boyle...
Alyssah Hall, Senior Multimedia Reporter
• February 22, 2023
“Women of Color Talk it Out,” “Gospel Fest” and a “Black Excellence Tour” are just three of 20 ways to “inspire, support and uplift Black culture” on college campuses, according to Dr J....
“What is your resistance?”
This is the question that special guest, Dr. Julianne Malveaux, asked everyone at the Black brunch event on Feb. 2.
Hosted by the Division of Student Life and led by...
