University Student Union at CSUN
Past Matadors set the table for you.

Savor your USU experience.
Night Market

Experience the sights, sounds and flavors of a night out in the city
VRC: The Blend

Perk up with coffee and snacks while learning about the resources available to you
USU: Art Jam

Express yourself with fun DIY crafts
VRC: Study Jam

An environment that is welcoming to students to study for classes or finals
VRC: Game Night

Engage in a variety of games with other students for a splendid evening.
Social Justice Conference

Celebrate your fellow Matadors’ innovative research
VRC: Intramural Dodgeball

Dip, dive, duck, and dodge your way to victory
Board of Directors Recruitment

Join the University Student Union Board of Directors

News

From Tech Support Services to Fortune 500

September 29, 2023

Fresh out of high school in 2019, Ryan Hambro jumped straight into college at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) as a man with a plan. After pushing away previous aspirations of being a pilot due to a rumored lack of job security, he found a new goal in computer engineering. Read more

For the Love of Language: How a USU Employee Makes Meaning out of Words

September 15, 2023

Language is a way of communicating, whether it be verbal, physical, written or any other form. Once a man versed in the language of Information Technology (IT), Tomas Gonzalez has switched gears to broaden his love of communicating both locally and abroad. Read more

Remembering 9/11

September 11, 2023

Today, we remember those who lost their lives, those who served and those who made innumerable sacrifices in the wake of 9/11. Read more

Empowering Students Through Compassion and Empathy: How the HEAL Project is Improving Basic Needs Accessibility

July 10, 2023

Struggling financially and with family, CSUN graduate Serge explained his trials to a professor, hoping to receive some resources to support him through college. With few resources given, graduation appeared to be out of reach for his foreseeable future. According to Serge, it wasn’t until he encountered the HEAL (Healing-Centered Engagement through Access and Love) Project that he was able to get the help he needed. Read more

Graduates Shine Bright with Celebrations Hosted by the USU

June 1, 2023

Student Veteran Graduates at 2023 VRC Graduation Celebration

The University Student Union celebrated graduates and their achievements at multiple graduation ceremonies. Read more

From Bootcamp to Bachelor’s Degree: How a Student Veteran Found Community at CSUN

May 19, 2023

As a high school student with no desire to pursue higher education, Jimmy Guevara still wanted a challenge. He knew that after graduation he didn’t want to attend college, but little did he know that after years of active service in the Marine Corps, he would find his way right back into the classroom. Read more