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Exploring the magic and mystery of mushrooms with LA’s Mycological Society
“There’s an otherworldliness to them,” said David Bermudes, a microbiologist at Cal State Northridge who leads a monthly mushroom class for mycological society members at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. “Plants and animals seem so familiar — we see them all the time. But we don’t spend 365 days a year with mushrooms. There’s an unfamiliarity there that’s intriguing.” -- The Daily World - WA
Exploring the magic and mystery of mushrooms with the LA Mycological Society
"There's an otherworldliness to them," said David Bermudes, a microbiologist at Cal State Northridge who leads a monthly mushroom class for mycological society members at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. "Plants and animals seem so familiar - we see them all the time. But we don't spend 365 days a year with mushrooms. There's an unfamiliarity there that's intriguing." -- Sacramento Bee
California eyes teacher pay boosts to keep them in state
“If there’s not a whole lot of support and they’re working long hours for low money, they leave the field,” said Wendy Murawski, the executive director and Eisner Endowed Chair of Cal State Northridge’s Center for Teaching and Learning. “Everybody comes in and wants to give 110 percent, but you can’t do that long term.” -- Inland Valley Daily Bulletin
10 Cheap and Free Things to Do This Week
CSUN's John Cassavetes retrospective continues with A Woman Under the Influence, the emotionally harrowing account of a suburban housewife whose quirks (e.g., cooking a spaghetti breakfast) are perceived as insanity by her friends and family. Gena Rowlands' brave, shattering performance dominates this key work of American independent cinema by one of its towering figures. As usual, attendance is free, but bring $8 for on-campus parking. CSUN, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge; Thu., April 6, 7 p.m.; free. (818) 677-1200, csun.edu. -- LA Weekly
Director Walter Hill’s appearance at the Aero among LA movie screening events
Cinematheque at Cal State Northridge: John Cassavetes Retrospective: “A Woman Under the Influence” (1974), 7 p.m. April 6. Free. Armer Theater in Manzanita Hall, Auditorium Room 100. 18111 Nordhoff St. www.csun.edu -- San Bernardino County Sun
Exploring fungus among us
“There’s an otherworldliness to them,” said David Bermudes, a microbiologist at Cal State Northridge who leads a monthly mushroom class for mycological society members at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. “Plants and animals seem so familiar — we see them all the time. But we don’t spend 365 days a year with mushrooms. There’s an unfamiliarity there that’s intriguing.” -- Herald & Review - IL
CSUN Partners with Project GRAD and LAUSD to Foster Math Success for College Freshmen
According to recent studies on college dropouts, approximately 70 percent of Americans enroll at a four-year institution of higher education, but less than 50 percent will graduate. In fall 2016, the California State University system launched Graduation Initiative 2025, a statewide and systemwide, ambitious benchmark that aims to increase graduation rates for CSU transfer students and first-time freshmen. -- AmericanTowns.com
Director Walter Hill’s appearance at the Aero among LA movie screening events
Cinematheque at Cal State Northridge: John Cassavetes Retrospective: “A Woman Under the Influence” (1974), 7 p.m. April 6. Free. Armer Theater in Manzanita Hall, Auditorium Room 100. 18111 Nordhoff St. www.csun.edu -- Long Beach Press-Telegram
The magic and mystery of mushrooms
“There’s an otherworldliness to them,” said David Bermudes, a microbiologist at Cal State Northridge who leads a monthly mushroom class for mycological society members at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. “Plants and animals seem so familiar — we see them all the time. But we don’t spend 365 days a year with mushrooms. There’s an unfamiliarity there that’s intriguing.” -- The Bulletin - OR
CSUN Partners with Project Grad, LAUSD to Improve Freshmen’s Math Success
According to recent studies on college dropouts, approximately 70 percent of Americans enroll at a four-year institution of higher education, but less than 50 percent will graduate. In fall 2016, the California State University system launched Graduation Initiative 2025, a statewide and systemwide, ambitious benchmark that aims to increase graduation rates for CSU transfer students and first-time freshmen. -- SCV News