Moorpark College students who think Cal State University Northridge is an easy college to get into should think again. Over the past five years CSUN has increased its student body by over 3,000 students but did not receive increased funds to meet this new demand according to the CSUN website. Thus, CSUN is limiting the amount of applicants it plans...

Student artist, Amy C. Nelson’s, Blink! (A cyanotype Gallery) brings a different perspective and approach to Moorpark College. Nelson’s distinct style is called cyanotyping. This aesthetic is achieved by creating photographs through a process of using ultraviolet rays, that then produce a cyan, or blue, print. “It’s a very different process and students can do different things to be creative,”...

A Japanese martial arts group used the Moorpark College grass area on Multicultural Day to show students self-defense techniques. The demonstration was hands-on, showing specific self-defense situations. This included a knife demonstration, a sword demonstration and other techniques using the body alone. “In order to use tools you need to have a good base,” said Chad Basile, an adjunct professor...

Bill Hendrix, a Moorpark College photography professor, hosted a lecture on Multicultural Day which enlightened students on the lifestyles of the Cuban people as well as the complex history of Cuba. The class revolved around the various photographs Hendrix took while in Cuba, both in the 1990s and in recent years. He described life in Cuba and the diverse types...

Multicultural Day draws in dozens of different cultures each year including a Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar seminar, where host guitarist Tim Holtwick expanded students' knowledge on the unique style of music. Holtwick loves this style of music, which originating in Hawaii where he grew up and lived a majority of his life."I think this kind of music is very relaxing,"...

This year's forensics team finished off their impressive season by placing second at the National Championships in Cleveland, Ohio on April 2-12. "Overall we took second in the country," said student Sophie Honeyman. "Which is amazing because we were definitely seen as the underdogs this year."Of the 14 students who competed in the tournament, a total of 24 medals were...

One of the biggest components of this years' Multicultural Day on Tuesday was the vast variety of vendors and food trucks available for students to browse. Sticking with the cultural theme, food trucks came to campus representing all types of food and students came ready to feast. The food trucks offered a wide variety of food ranging from Italian desserts...

Dance instructor and choreographer Melissa "Mocha" McKenzie brought her hip-hop fusion to students at this year's Multicultural Day. Students got to experience an audition-style class, learning a new routine and breaking each part down with McKenzie and her assistants. "She definitely mixed different cultures into her dancing," said dance major Amy Cowgill. "She brought really good energy and I would...

The orchestra’s Chamber Music Series III held on March 27 was a night filled with music and joy when four great ensembles took the stage and performed a variety of compositions for audience members to appreciate. Music Director professor James Song, gave a brief introduction of the night and invited guests to sit down and enjoy the music presented. “I...

The much anticipated Spring Choral Concert is almost upon Moorpark College and the concert choir and vocal ensemble are prepared to take the stage for their first show. The Choral Concert will be conducted by first-year Moorpark College Director of Choral Activities Professor Brandon Elliott."I absolutely love working with the student-musicians here at Moorpark," Elliott said. "There's always a sense...