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My name is Stephen Castaneda, and I consider myself someone who isn’t afraid to push limits. I’ve always been a creative person, drawing and painting since before I can remember. I started to like photography at the age of 16 when I took a journalism class my sophomore year of high school and fell in love with photography my junior year as a sports editor for yearbook and as a sports photographer for my high school newspaper. As of late, I took a step back from my current position at my job and decided to continue my studies and work for my degree in photojournalism.
What I like to cover, I enjoy everything that’s out of my comfort zone. I'm not afraid of a challenge.
An interesting fact about me is Madonna blocked me on Instagram.
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Star Eisenberg
- Nov 10
- 2 min
From college football player to visionary counselor
Elliott Coney’s commitment to serving the African-American community is reshaping the campus Opinions Editor, Asher Miles Elliot R....
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 10
- 2 min
Asylum presentation sheds light on DACA
Students learn how to file for and maintain their status. By Kenya Harris, Opinion Editor (L-R) Yixuan Liu, JD/LLM, listens to questions...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 7
- 2 min
ASU finance agenda
The Associated Student Union votes on how to spend its budget By Milan Rafaelov, editor-in-chief The ASU held its bi-weekly committee...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 7
- 1 min
Lights, Camera, Action?
A fallen stage light attachment bar in Monarch Hall needs replacement. Katherine O'Brien Field Copy Editor A 25-foot-long light...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 7
- 1 min
The future of learning is digital
Online classes promote equitable access and empower students to succeed in higher education. By Star Eisenberg, Online Editor The online...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 7
- 3 min
California sues big oil
AG says oil and gas producers are liable for climate change but it is uncertain how claims will fare in court By: Katherine OBrien Field...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 7
- 2 min
Media Arts students show off their filmmaking skills in latest showcase
The Media Arts Showcase returns to campus and shows efforts of student filmmakers By Mike Diaz, Staff Writer The Media Arts 2023 Fall...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 6
- 1 min
BRIEF: Valley’s ASU triumphs at LACCD competition
Staff Writers, Maïa Richaud and Morgan Bertsch (Photo courtesy of ASU) The Associated Student Union won first prize for the LACCD...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 6
- 3 min
Valley Star staff hauls in awards at JACC
Former and current members received 15 awards at the contest held at CSUN By Maïa Richaud Staff Writer Lilliana Noriega is a first year...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 6
- 2 min
The pride flag raised on campus for the second time on Coming Out Day
Students and speakers unite to celebrate and support each other By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor President of the Pride + Student...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 6
- 2 min
House finally finds their new voice or next problem
Four tedious rounds of voting results appoint of Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House. Staff Writer, Asher Miles After weeks of...
Star Eisenberg
- Nov 6
- 3 min
Israel-Hamas war foots the bill no one can afford
Innocent civilians pay the price. By Milan Rafaelov, editor-in-chief First-person perspective Los Angeles Emergency Protest in Pershing...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 30
- 2 min
Misinformation runs rampant on social media
People know less and share more By Opinions Editor Kenya Harris Misinformation is cropping up on social media platforms across the board...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 30
- 2 min
Creating wearable art with Dakota Noot
The artist held a workshop showcasing art and teaching students how to create face masks By Jasmine Alejandre Dakota Noot hosted a...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 25
- 2 min
U.S. federal judge declares DACA illegal
The fate of the DACA program hangs. By Star Eisenberg, Online Editor Texas-based U.S. District Judge Andrew Hanen issued a decision on...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 24
- 2 min
Israel enters next phase of war
Netanyahu says Israel will not accept a ceasefire with Hamas. By Star Eisenberg, Online Editor Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Pronouns are universal
Los Angeles Valley College embraces International Pronoun Day By Maxine Ibrahim, Staff Writer The Rainbow Pride Center was inspired by...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Soccer team scores first win
The women’s soccer team is facing a number of injuries but had enough to squeak by visiting West L.A. College. By Jabes Pascual, Staff...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Writers triumph
Hollywood’s WGA finally achieves a deal. By Asher Miles, Opinion Editor The conclusion of the five-month WGA strike serves as a poignant...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 1 min
FAFSA gets a facelift
New changes to the FAFSA form will be implemented for the upcoming award year. By Maxine Ibrahim The Free Application for Federal Student...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Goodbye to affordability
Cal State universities put budget woes on burdened students. By Kenya Harris, Opinions Editor The CSU’s approved tuition hike leaves...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Three food options within walking distance of Los Angeles Valley College
With a cafeteria that closes at 1:00 P.M., campus becomes a food desert for students taking later classes. By Katherine OBrien Field...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 1 min
Paint a Pot Event
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, ASU gathered and taught students traditional hispanic pottery painting techniques. By Morgan...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 1 min
Karaoke returns for more hits
ASU wants students to have fun By Maia Richaud, Staff Writer For students who did not get a chance to showcase their singing skills the...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Faculty complaints lead to new ticketing policies
Valley sheriffs will begin issuing parking citations today for students parked in restricted areas By Valley Star Staff Students parking...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Unity Center not deterred by vandals
Flag torn down but the fabric of Valley College’s community remains strong By Kenya Harris The Rainbow Pride Center is prepared to...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Pride flag raised at Valley this Coming Out Day
Speakers were invited to share their experiences and celebrate Coming Out Day By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor Valley College...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 1 min
BRIEF: Arrests made on campus
By Milan Rafaelov and Maxine Ibrahim The LAPD arrested three suspects in the Valley College parking structure Tuesday and found a loaded...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 23
- 2 min
Valley supports LGBTQ+ students
Unity Center will not wave the white flag, have four pride flags at the ready. By Asher Miles, Opinions Editor The recent vandalism of...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 6
- 2 min
American Red Cross blood drive on campus
Valley students donate blood at the American Red Cross blood drive bus. By Morgan Bertsch The American Red Cross blood drive took place...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 6
- 2 min
“Undocumented Unapologetic Unafraid”
Students united through art while raising awareness. By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor Santiago Collazos, Jason Bustamente, and...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 6
- 2 min
Valley College sees double digit enrollment increase
Student enrollment increased 13 percent for the fall semester. By Star Eisenberg, Online Editor High numbers of students were seen near...
amrafaelov
- Oct 2
- 2 min
Fall semester festivities have begun
Here are some events students can mark their calendars for By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor Each semester Valley College hosts a...
amrafaelov
- Oct 2
- 2 min
Women’s soccer loses a close contest at home
The Antelope Valley Marauders squeaked by the Valley College Monarchs Friday in a tight defensive battle. Jabes Pascual and Luis...
Star Eisenberg
- Oct 2
- 2 min
Raising hopes and moods with BrandElsa
The Rainbow Pride Center invites a stilt-walking motivational speaker for a mental health workshop. By Kenya Harris A nonbinary...
amrafaelov
- Sep 20
- 2 min
Four-year respiratory therapy degree comes to Valley College
Valley will offer its first bachelor’s degree program in the Fall of 2024. By Star Eisenberg, Staff Writer Valley College students...
amrafaelov
- Sep 18
- 2 min
A.I. can help students find gig work and long-term employment
AI has changed the job hunting landscape but also provides tools to land the interview and the job. By Katherine OBrien Field, Staff...
amrafaelov
- Sep 18
- 2 min
CSU students hit with tuition hike
Starting in the fall of 2024 tuition will increase by 6 percent each year for the next five years By Star Eisenberg, Staff Writer...
amrafaelov
- Sep 13
- 2 min
The Unity Center goes beyond
Monarchs emerge from their chrysalis to enjoy free food and make new friends By Milan Rafaelov The Unity Picnic welcomed students and...
amrafaelov
- Sep 13
- 2 min
Back to classes: Students return to Valley despite heat warning
Students return in the sweltering heat while jostling for something almost as precious as their education - parking. By Jasmine Alejandre...
amrafaelov
- Sep 13
- 2 min
September is Suicide Awareness Month
A month dedicated to remembering those lost & to help bring awareness to those around us By Jasmine Alejandre, Valley Life Editor...
amrafaelov
- Sep 11
- 2 min
Don't put stock into A.I.
AI has emerged as a popular tool among students and they should be aware of its financial limitations. By Staff Writer, Asher Miles AI...
amrafaelov
- Sep 6
- 1 min
BRIEF: Student transfer deadlines approach UC and CSU campuses
By Morgan Bertsch, Staff Writer Valley college students who plan to transfer to CSUN, UCLA or any of the other state universities can...
navacassie
- Jun 30
- 4 min
Breaking records with Noriega
Story by Cassandra Nava, Managing Editor Lilliana Noriega’s toes practically hang off the edge of the pool. The swimmer isn’t getting...
navacassie
- Jun 30
- 3 min
McMillan rises to the top
Story by Nicholas Orozco, Sports Editor Surrounded by walls covered in certificates from Valley College’s 54 All-Americans, sits Jim...
navacassie
- Jun 30
- 3 min
Going places at steady paces
Story by Griffin O'Rourke, Photo Editor Photos by Jeremy Ruiz and Griffin O'Rourke A common misconception about STEM majors is that they...
navacassie
- Jun 30
- 3 min
Valley keeps nurse's dream alive
Story by Isaac Dektor, Editor-in-Chief Gulnoza Kamilova prepares to don her nurse scrubs instead of a traditional cap and gown at the...
navacassie
- Jun 30
- 6 min
Phung Huynh: Painting the town
Story by Cassandra Nava, Managing Editor After 14 years as a full timer, and about eight years adjuncting, the full time Valley College...
navacassie
- Jun 30
- 6 min
Don’t let Campus Center rot
By Cassandra Nava, Managing Editor Monuments once sacred to the infrastructure of the college should be revered, handled with care and...
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