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Roommate from hell survival guide Nicole Socala Features Editor

The roommate from hell: an obnoxious individual who insists on scattering Geronimo’s wrappers on your side of the room and listening to Gangnam Style for the hundredth time on full volume. They come back at 3 a.m. and assume you won’t hear them or their overnight guest as well as the shuffling of footsteps and laughter echoing down the hallway. Fortunately, this is the dreaded worstcase scenario. Living on campus will probably be an enjoyable or even transformative experience where you meet new people with common interests, make lifelong friends and enjoy spending time with everyone in the building. Liberty Freeman, the Residential Life office manager, encourages students to trade the comfort of dorming with friends for a social education. Freeman explains that one benefit of rooming with new people is that students get the opportunity to live with someone from a different socioeconomic background or culture. “It expands your mind and perception about things and introduces you to a different view you haven’t been exposed to,” she said. Despite the perks that come with dorming, it is important to prepare for situations that can potentially cause stress, lead to conflict and plunge into a semester bubbling

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with drama and festering in negativity. Yukiko Bryant, Student Life and Housing manager, candidly describes the not-so-pretty side of dorming and the importance of setting boundaries with roommates. “Get the courage to tell your roommate ‘no’ sometimes,” Bryant said. “Some roommates will use

another person’s shampoo, or soap or toothbrush. Know where to draw boundaries and how to keep those boundaries. This is all important to maintaining a good relationship.” Set guidelines with your roommate about overnight guests, sharing items and personal space. After meeting your roommate, address

sleeping habits and study routines before this becomes a problem mid-way through the semester. It may sound like an awkward conversation to have with a complete stranger but it can make or break the relationship you continue to develop. Since this is someone you will see on a daily basis, it is important to approach situations in a non-accusatory manner that leads to a resolution. There is no guarantee that everyone who lives on your floor will be respectful of your space and adhere to the quiet hours. Investing in a pair of earplugs or noise-cancelling headphones will help tune out some of the noise. Freeman also advises students to familiarize themselves with the Resident Advisor (RA) who knows how to handle issues that frequently come up. The RA is present on each floor and has the responsibility to address any concerns relating to your living situation. The first few days of dorming can be a socially awkward experience. The assortment of personalities, ages and interests sometimes refuse to click into place. Kimberly Aceytuno, senior, recreation and tourism management major and residential life staff member, encountered some problems while facing this entirely foreign experience. “At first it was awkward living with someone new but after some social interaction outside of the dorms, my roommate and I shared experiences together and we were able to bond,” she said.

Aceytuno’s fears were silenced once she attended the G.R.E.A.T. (Getting Residents Excited About Tomorrow) Escape event where freshmen were able to move into dorms a week early. “I wasn’t so lost and confused and was able to meet people ahead of time,” she said. Living Learning Communities (LLCs) and Themed Living Communities (TLCs) foster a close-knit learning environment where students are paired into housing based on common interests. LLCs are based on a student’s major while TLCs are based on a theme or area of interest such as sustainability or living above the influence. Freeman explains that choosing to live in one of these communities makes students want to come back and excel in their area of choice. There is no way to sugarcoat the dorming experience often described as a nightmare. “Roommates are not necessarily friends but if they can establish some kind of bond by perhaps once a month having everyone present for cleaning day, they might begin to understand that it’s ‘our home and we are responsible for taking care of it,” Bryant said. As long as you and your roommate set ground rules and follow them, there is no reason for the brief time spent together to be littered with conflict. Roommate from hell stories are common, but they can be prevented if you follow tips that can alleviate the issues at hand.

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An interactive way to study via apps These must-have apps can serve as helpful resouces throughout your college semester Nicole socala Features Editor

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the traditional way demands traditional tools. You’re staring at a computer screen then your eyes start to glaze over, you’re hunched over a textbook then your shoulders start to ache, you’re typing at what seems like a hundred words a minute and start wondering if you’re experiencing carpal tunnel. With more classes implementing iPads into their curriculum, students have additional options to get creative with their study methods. It should be no surprise to find that there’s an app to help you transition to a fresh approach to studying. Apps can help organize, prioritize and provide you with useful research tools applicable to your major. These on-thego study tools are convenient and make your time productive if your day consists of a visit to the DMV or waiting at the doctor’s office. The following apps provide you with the handy options to flip through flashcards, power through quizzes, access pre-made study guides and familiarize yourself with programs beneficial to your future career.

Art - Tayasui Sketches Tayasui Sketches (Free): This unique app offers a variety of tools to sketch out ideas effortlessly. The tools include a pencil, fineliner, felt pen, oil pastel, watercolor brush and filling tool. The sketches can be stored in a folder or book. Get a head start on developing your portfolio and stand out by making your art entirely on an iPad. Other apps: Procreate 2, Inspire Pro and Brushes 3

Political Science - Show of Hands Show of Hands (Free)– The interactive app gives insight to current events. It allows you to express your opinion, see how others respond, have discussions and analyze the data obtained.

English - OmmWriter OmmWriter ($4.99)Sometimes the simplest interface can encourage a steady stream of writing. The om-like features of this app create a distraction-free environment. The audio and visual affects promote creativity via chromatherapy techniques and sound effects.

More Apps Athletic Training: Visual Anatomy Lite (Free - Android Compatible) – An anatomy reference with full descriptions of the muscular system. This app includes over 120 high resolution images and offers quizzes after each chapter. Visual Anatomy Lite is recommended by US licensed doctors on Health Tap and described as an ideal learning tool for physicians, educators or professionals. Communication Disorders: Verbally (Free) – A communication tool designed for people with speech disabilities caused by autism, apraxia, ALS, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Cerebral Palsy and muscular dystrophy. It helps users to communicate effectively when working with individuals with speech disorders.

History: BBC History Magazine ($4.99/month) – This app is great for history buffs as it explores a wide range of topics and key events of the past. Each issue also gives a historical background of current events. Math/Engineering: Quick Graph (Free) – A powerful graphic calculator that makes it easy to enter and edit equations and visualize them. The app is capable of solving trigonometric functions and inequalities, 2D tracing and evaluating expressions with variables. It also includes an evaluate feature and a library where you can store commonly used equations.

Deaf Studies: ASL Dictionary ($4.99 - Android Compatible) – Individuals of all levels are able to learn from over 4,800 featured signs. Complemented by videos which have a unique ability to slow the speed of motions.

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Australian indie-psychedelic dance duo Jagwar Ma will grace the Santa Monica pier in one of several intimate outdoor concerts. The band will perform music from their debut album ‘Howlin,’ with a DJ set by KCRW’s Jason Bentley. For those looking to fulﬁll their thirst of intriguing psychedelic grooves, Jagwar Ma is a free show not to miss! CINESPIA CEMETERY SCREENINGS

AUGUST 16, 7P.M.- SUNRISE HOLLYWOOD FOREVER CEMETERY, 6000 SANTA MONICA BOULEVARD

Relish in a night of fantasy movies from dusk till dawn at Cinespia’s cemetery screenings featuring The Neverending Story. Cinespia invites movie lovers to enjoy movie screenings of all genres from fantasy to cult classics. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnics to snack on before and throughout the entirety of the ﬁlm. Make the event a memorable one by taking a photo at the Cinespia free photo booth with a backdrop inspired by the night’s ﬁlm. This event is $18.

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Enjoy an evening of decadence with the many cultural offerings of Chinatown, accompanied by some of LA’s best gourmet food trucks, local artists, ﬂea market vendors and DJ sets by the good folks at KCRW. Outdoor video productions as well as handson cultural activities are also provided by local organizations and museums. No need to worry about a cover, this event is free.

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Tips from the editors on surviving your ﬁrst semester ANDREW MARTINEZ EDITOR IN CHIEF “If you are a commuter or you live near campus, try to schedule all of your classes during the middle of the week. You don’t want to burn yourself out by going to campus every day of the week, and you’ll enjoy the extra time you have on weekends to catch up on homework or hang out. Midweek is when the campus is most busiest, so you’ll have more opportunities to meet new people, check out more events and clubs and get involved in more campus activities.” PETE CAMARILLO SPORTS EDITOR “Join an organization because it can make the campus seem a lot smaller. CSUN has more than 200 clubs, professional organizations, fraternities, and sororities for students to join. Being a part of something other than school gives you an extra bonus to perform well in school.” NICOLE SOCALA FEATURES EDITOR “Forming a relationship with your professors can be extremely useful. There are those that will make an impact on you for the rest of your life and steer you in the right direction. Once you ﬁnd that professor, make sure to be proactive and stay in touch with him or her. They can continue to mentor and guide you even after you graduate.” JONATHAN DIAZ LIVE NEWS EDITOR

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Looking for one last event to attend before the semester? Every third Thursday of the month, Canoga Park offers a chance for the community and all San Fernando Valley inhabitants to come together to enjoy art, music and food at their monthly artwalk. Local merchants, musicians and restaurants present an array of enticing amenities for all to indulge in.

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“Ferris Bueller once said, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” As a commuter school there are many aspects of CSUN that might go unnoticed by students. Take a moment between classes to walk through campus and enjoy the natural beauty. You’d be amazed at how much these things can contribute to a true university experience.” LISETTE ROSALES ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR “My tip goes out to the commuters. Try carpooling with friends to school because it saves you a lot of gas money and miles on your car. Even if it’s only one person and you take turns every other week it’ll save you and your car a lot of money.”

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The Culture Clash Podcast is essentially anything and everything that could and should fall under the category of “geek.” Go ahead and forget the negative connotation attached to that word and accept the long-feared fact that “geek” is the new “chic.” When the podcast was started during the spring 2014 semester, it focused solely on the world of video games; just two Sundial students who felt that their love affair with Xbox and Playstation needed to be shouted from the rooftops. With the fall semester quickly approaching, the podcast aims to adopt a new outlook and include not just games, but anything that could fall under the arts and entertainment umbrella. What started off as an ode to consoles and controllers is now a rounded discussion on movies, television shows, games and anything else deemed worthy of analysis by Trevor Stamp and myself on the Culture Clash Podcast.

When you pick up an issue of Culture Clash on Wednesday morning or jump on the Sundial site to see the stories not in print, you’re most likely looking for a fun, entertaining read. You’ll find something that guides you down a certain avenue of pop culture, or gives you a quick peak into a subculture you might not have been privy to beforehand. It may sound simple enough, but therein lies the most fascinating part about a section like Culture Clash, there are endless possibilities one could stumble upon. While this section may not be delivering imperative or breaking news, it does give the readers something to look forward to during the week. Something that they can dive into and enjoy for a few minutes when they desperately need a break from writing a paper or studying for a midterm. This section is unique because it has the power to pull in readers from all walks of campus life with varying interests, hobbies and preferences. Culture Clash isn’t just about what to watch, wear or listen. It’s about informing you of something you may have been missing out on, inviting you into the zeitgeist before it becomes yesterday’s news. And that is not only what makes this section important, but also what makes it something truly special.

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No joke: poverty and education ryan mancini

Assistant Opinions Editor

In preparing for college, students from any socioeconomic level should view their next four (or more) years with a preparation for struggle regarding exams and an open mind for meeting various people and thinking differently. While taking words of wisdom and warning on occasion do prove beneficial, sometimes words of stupidity might be thrown in. In late June, the Department of Education’s Free Application For Student Aid (FAFSA) twitter account sent out a tweet tagged with a meme of a scene from the film “Bridesmaids” of a drunken Kristen Wiig pleading, “Help me, I’m poor.” The statement from FAFSA read, “If this is you, then you better fill out your FAFSA.” After some great vitriol, the tweet was eventually deleted and followed by a tweet of apology. The bad joke was, as mentioned, met with justifiable criticism. After all, this is “not as funny as coming from the government office handling your student loans,” remarked Madeline Raynor from the online news organization Mashable. In a separate piece, Buzzfeed shared a tweet jabbing at

FAFSA, which remarked, “Since I am poor, and it can be made [into] a joke, @FAFSA can you remove my student loans or is that a joke too?” While FAFSA’s tweet was certainly in poor taste, it is at least a good sign to see a government department making use of modern technology, unlike those using outdated computers (Department of Defense), outdated backlogs (Veteran Affairs) and outdated web interception (National Surveillance Agency). And any concerned American would want the government to have current use and knowledge of modern technology. That being said, FAFSA was definitely effective in using a crucial social media outlet to reach people, but they withheld the ability to remain appropriate and stay above the proverbial belt. I can understand the frustration any student, impoverished or not, would feel from something this thoughtless released by a government department. Though this cannot be seen as a reason to not attend college. No one should use this as a recommendation or discouragement by the DOE to not go to college. In fact, it should embolden new students. I say prove this government depart-

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ment that you can become successful as a student, no matter what your family’s economic background may be. Make your own personal stand. Ignore some of the DOE’s controversial actions that have occurred in recent months. Between reportedly closing for-profit colleges, setting investigations in 32 different states over universities’ handlings of sexual assaults and calls for the Secretary of Education’s resignation, there’s enough flak for which this government department has to handle. But students should go on regardless of these controversies. I also do not believe this tweet was sent with the purpose to harm anyone, but one less controversy would still have been better than more controversy. Now, I am not expecting every student to be in the know about what problematic dilemmas that the DOE is currently dealing with. The point is still out there that new students who are just able to afford to go to college should at least take that next step. And I address this also to the new students of Cal State Northridge, rich, poor and in between. First, I bid you welcome

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to this school. Second, I implore you to try to enjoy your new life here. Push past all problems and calamities you may have and bravely enter this new world (no, that was not an Aldous Huxley pun). You will find your place here. Present who you are happily, defiantly and boldly. Discover your pride in becoming a Matador. Students who have endured

poverty should not take FAFSA’s senseless offense to heart or wear it as a badge of shame. Believe me, there are a lot of government statements that have pissed people off and deserve fair criticism. Take this offense and prove that you can set yourself forward. I am not saying there will be struggles, but find the willpower to stand against what FAFSA ignorantly and temporarily posted.

Manage your new life here, students. Find yourself and fully understand who you are and what you can amount to. Take control of your financial situation by managing your budget and move on from there. While I cannot foresee anyone’s success after school, I support the idea of merely living in the moment and in finding joy while you are enrolled here.

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Students ask the essential questions Lisette Rosales

Assistant Features Editor

Getting to know your campus is really important but it can also be confusing and difficult to learn for outsiders who don’t know anything about the university. CSUN is a commuter school and one of the nation’s largest universities with a very diverse student population. There were a total of 11,060 new undergraduate students as of the fall 2013 semester according to CSUN’s Office of Institutional Research. CSUN is located on 356-acres with over 60 major buildings on the campus, so it would be easy to assume that not everyone is familiar with the campus their first time around. Jaime Valles, 22, a senior majoring in sociology, remembers her first day of freshman year at CSUN back in the fall of 2010 as stressful, confusing and a little overwhelming. Valles was lost, 15 minutes late to her first class and later that day found out she had gotten a parking ticket because she thought parking the first week of school was free. “I was late to class because my class was meeting in the library on the first day and sadly I had no clue where that was,” said Valles. “There are a lot of things I wish I would have known about CSUN

when I first started but I was too embarrassed to ask people for help especially because I knew no one.” Here are the most basic answers to your most essential questions about CSUN you are too embarrassed to ask. “Where is the library and what do they offer?” asked Elizabeth Trejo, 18, freshman undecided. The Oviatt Library is located in the center of the campus across the Oviatt Lawn. There are three co mputer labs which are all located on the main floor of the library along with 150 separate computer workstations. They also offer laptop and iPad checkouts at the Learning Commons Technology office and have different areas for printing. The library also offers individual or group study rooms on a first come, first serve basis, while other study rooms have to be reserved using their online reservation system. “The library is a good place to study, relax, charge your stuff or just wait to kill time in between classes,” said Araceli Jimenez, 23, senior majoring in political science. “What is the SRC?” said Paulina Hernandez, 21, junior and first time transfer student majoring in sociology. The SRC is the Student Recreation Center, a 138,000 square foot gym. This facility

offers different types of fitness and group exercises classes; there is also up-to-date equipment, an indoor track, a swimming pool and much more. The price of the SRC membership is included with your tuition fees so you don’t need to pay anything extra in order to sign up. “Coming to this gym is a must,” said Steven Paulo, 22, senior majoring in kinesiology. “You have to check it out even if you don’t plan on coming all the time. They offer so much stuff and you meet a lot of people.” “Where is the lab where you can print for free and how much can you print?” said John Phillips, 19, sophomore majoring in business. The computer lab is located at the University Student Union (USU). CSUN students can print (for free) up to 20 pages per day. You can print directly from the lab or do it from you laptop from home or on campus by uploading your document on their USU PrintAnywhere website. You then collect your pages at the print station at the USU anytime but it has to be within the next two hours. “This is a great free service a lot of students don’t remember we have,” said Jessie Perez, 20, a junior majoring in Creative Writing. “It’s definitely saved me a lot of time and money.”

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“Where are the best bathrooms?” said Jessica Martinez, 18, freshman majoring in English. According to the Daily Sundial Best of CSUN 2014 students voted that the best bathroom on campus was the USU bathroom. The USU is located across the SRC and near the Plaza del Sol. “Where can I get good food?” Jessie Ferguson, 20, sophomore undecided. CSUN offers various locations on campus to eat. Voted the top three in the Best of CSUN 2014 were Arbor Grill, The Pub Sports Grill and the Marketplace. “Arbor grill is my favorite place to eat it’s fast and they pretty good stuff if you’re on the go like burgers, salads and pizza,” said Brianna Orozco, 23, senior, majoring in liberal studies.

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CSUN’s expectations rise for fall season PETE CAMARILLO SPORTS EDITOR

MEN’S SOCCER 15-7-1 (5-4-1)

The Matadors ranked as high as No. 3 in the nation, the highest ranking in school history. They were led by Senior All American forward Sagi Lev-Ari and boasted three other top-100 players according to Top Drawer Soccer. The team won their first seven games for the first time since 1979, and earned a No. 15 national seed in the NCAA tournament. Despite a first round in bye in the tournament, the team lost 1-0 to the Stanford Cardinals at home.

WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL 24-7 (13-3)

CSUN recorded 24 wins, its most since 1992. The team was the 2014 TriChampions of the Big West Conference. They recieved national attention with an upset of the No. 12 ranked Colorado State Rams in the first round of NCAA tournament, and reached as high as No. 21 in the Top 25 Coaches’ Poll. They also had three first team All-Big West players last season, and will be led in 2014 by middle block-

er senior Casey Hinger who was an AVCA All-American Honorable Mention. Head coach Jeff Stork also won Co-Coach of the Year in the Big West Conference. The 2014 season begins August 29 at the UNLV Rebels.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL 18-14 (12-4)

Last season, the women’s basketball team won their first Big West Championship and made an appearance in the NCAA tournament. Head coach Jason Flowers won the Big West Coach of the Year award and will look to improve his team after a loss to the No. 1 seed South Carolina Gamecocks in the first round of the NCAA tournament. Senior guard Cinnamon Lister started all 32 games of her junior season on her way to being an All-Big West Conference Honorable Mention.

MEN’S BASKETBALL 17-18 (7-9)

In the first year of Reggie Theus’ tenure as head coach of the Matadors, the team lost the Big West Conference title in the final seconds of the Big West Tournament to the Cal Poly Mustangs. The team played in a school record seven overtime games

and won five of them. They were also first in the nation in free throws made and free throws percentage. Senior forward Stephen Maxwell earned first team All-Big West Conference honors, and was a consistent presence in the paint with 17.5 points and 8.8 rebounds per game.

WOMEN’S SOCCER 6-12-1 (1-6-1)

After an NCAA Tournament appearance in 2012, the women’s soccer team struggled with a disappointing 2013 season. A season highlight was a victory over the Long Beach State 49ers, which was the second straight year the Matadors defeated the 49ers. The young team had five Matadors score their first career goals in 2013. They also had seven players named to The Big West Academic AllConference fall team.

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The men’s highest individual finish in a meet was 55th overall. Alexis Ricardo was the women’s top perfromer and had three finishes within the top 66 overall. The team also had four players finish with All-

Academic honors combined between men’s and women’s teams. The men’s highest team placing was sixth at the San Francisco Invitational. The Women’s team placed a season high eighth place on three occasions.

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Gina Umek, first year head coach, led CSUN to its best overall finish since 2002 and will build on last years’ success despite the loss of senior Clariss Guce. Guce competed at NCAA Tournament, which was a Matador first since 2004, and she set the school record with a 76.1 career scoring average. The Matadors had two first place victories. They also netted six second place victories throughout their 2013 season before finishing second overall in the Big West Conference.

WOMEN’S TENNIS 12-10 (3-5)

The Women’s tennis team had six players receive AllConference honors. Two of the six were freshmen doubles partners Mickey Hsu and Kristen Poei, who posted the program’s fourth best winning percentage at 17 wins and 2 losses.

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Men’s soccer looks forward to another successful season behind senior All American forward Sagi Lev-Ari, the nation’s second leading goal scorer in 2013 with 16 goals.