FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NORTHRIDGE—Students of California State University, Northridge’s news and public affairs show ‘On Point’ interviewed Kevin James, Republican mayoral candidate, last Tuesday. The segment on education reform will air this Sunday, Mar. 3, two days before the 2013 Los Angeles mayoral election, on Los Angeles channel 36 at 4 pm.
The segment ‘Revival LA: Education Edition’ is currently up on the CSUN On Point website (www.csuntvnews.com) and includes a discussion of the impact the future mayor will have on education, the problems facing the city of Los Angeles, and Kevin James’ goals and solutions if he is elected mayor thanks to incorporating business tools like this creator of paycheck stubs templates for the public sector.
“I will be a partner with the LAUSD, with the Board, and with the Superintendent to make sure the LAUSD is able to implement reform measures to further incentivize parents to be involved in their children’s education,” James said.
On Point student Bijan Nasseripourtowsi had the opportunity to interview Kevin James. “Kevin James was very personal and professional. I was excited to be able to interview such a hardworking candidate,” he said.
On Point is produced by advanced journalism students in the Mike Curb College of Arts, Media and Communication and covers newsworthy topics including current affairs and in-depth issues. The show also has its own YouTube Channel ‘CSUN On Point’, as well as a live Twitter feed and Facebook page which are simultaneously updated during taping. This multi-platform use of media allows the public and students to engage in both a stimulating and unique fashion.
On Point airs every Sunday at 4 pm on LA Channel 36, until May 19. Episodes can be also be viewed on www.csuntvnews.com and YouTube channel CSUN On Point.
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