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The talk took place at the TedxMSJC event on Oct. 23 at Mt. San Jacinto College
The event is organized by the International Palestinian Creativity Organization
On Oct. 20, Erin Ezra spoke with communication law class to share her expertise and knowledge with the next generation of students.
On August 28, faculty and graduate students shared screens, stories, and plenty of laughs
Mentored by Dr. Julie Taylor, Mellon Mays provides academic and financial support to prepare students for graduate studies
CSUSB communication studies faculty member Larry Hygh Jr. developed the speaker series, which includes journalists, CEOs, nonprofit leaders, government officials, a lobbyist, and a fire chief.
The Extended Reality Lab, co-founded by Comm Professor Dr. Mihaela Popescu helps students stay connected
For early career women scholars and leaders
Esteemed Professor of Communication Studies at CSUSB Making our Department a Better Place
Giving Students Opportunities Through her Leadership in Journalism, Multimedia Storytelling and Public Relations
Campus leaders speak of her extraordinary scholarly and creative accomplishment.
Most prestigious award given by WSCA for a journal article to Dr. Bergquist
Recognition for excellence as teacher-scholars
Ariana Cano offered full funding for pursuing her Ph.D.
Aburradi co-authored the outstanding position paper for the Economic and Social Council Plenary
They will attend Conferencias Jóvenes con Futuro (Young People with a Future)
First time in at least six years this is known to happen
$1 Million Awarded to Decrease Equity Gaps in Chemistry Through Adaptive Learning
UPDATE: The Comm Symposium is cancelled. We thank all of you for your patience during our campus closure.
The CSU featured student run PR agencies, including CoyotePR, our CSUSB student-run agency, for being an innovative approach to learn hands-on skills.
Graduate Student Luis Esparza, in conjuction with department and university clubs and programs, held an event, "IE Centricity: Centering Our Stories," an event where students spoke their truths through music, art and poetry.
On February 1 to 3, 2019, Professor Jess Block Nerren used a TRC TSSA grant to attend sessions and to present a panel on "Effective Communication and Collaboration."
Congratulations to the following who presented at the National Communication Association convention in Salt Lake City: Gretchen Bergquist, paper: "Family Socialization and Perceptions of Mental Health" Gretchen Bergquist, paper: "Exploring the content and
A beautiful thing about communication is its ongoingness.
Alum Manny Sandoval, a recent speaker at our Comm. Symposium, was selected to be recognized by Aseembly Member Reyes as one of her "30 under 30" Congratulations!
Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb is the director of CIMES. She co-produced and hosted the well-attended event Syrianamericana: A Nation State of Mind with rapper-poet Omar Offendum on January 29th.
The Communication Studies Symposium will be held at California State University San Bernardino on May 7, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrating communication studies students and featuring awards and speakers, the Symposium helps students conquer anythin
Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb is a professor of media studies at California State University, San Bernardino. At CSUSB, and around the world, Dr. Muhtaseb is an esteemed leader and mentor to many.
Dr. Gallegos has been selected as one of this year’s 2019 CSUSB Research and Creative Activity Mentor Awardees.
Sean Maulding’s paper “Pussy Hats and Anti-Trans Sentiments: When Second-Wave and Third-Wave Collide” was accepted by the Western Social Science Association for presentation at their 2019 Conference.
Dr. Fong was recently published for her work "Chinese International Students' Adaptive Orientations to Intercultural Compliment Interactions with Caucasian Americans.
A year-long institute to increase and enhance equitable opportunities at CSUSB, Dr. Muhtaseb and Prof. Nerren were recognized by Dean of the Library Caesar Cabrillo for the completion of the program and their presentations to the university.
This February, CSUSB welcomes Emmy Award winning creator of DirecTV and Former LA Times Publisher and CEO Eddy Hartenstein.
Executive Producer Dr. Muhtaseb will screen and hold a Q and A on Wed, Nov. 6 at 6:15. Event is open to the public.
Students were honored and recognized for their outstanding work at the 2019 Communication Symposium.
The department wants to congratulate the Coyote Chronicle for Excellence in Student Media.
The team has returned from the Griffin Invitational Forensics Tournament in El Cajon, CA with a win!
Donna Gotch, Lecturer, Hadia Bendelhoum and Angelina Burkhart, Adjunct Faculty, participated in a summer institute, co-sponsored by the University Honors Program and the Faculty Center for Excellence.
Professor Mary Fong and Karl’s “Two Heart Nuts to Crack!” is the first memoir of Mary Fong’s Magnificent Mess trilogy.
Dr. Brian Heisterkamp is a professor and a long-time valued member of CSUSB. He is known by his students as someone who is very knowledgeable and passionate about what he teaches.
The new graduate students are welcomed by the Grad Coordinator and Department Chair in orientation and in the graduate student potluck, hosted each year by Dr. Muhtaseb.
Dr. Corriganpresented his paper "New directions for critically theorizing the sports-media-society relationship: The Athletic and the disaggregation of sports media from public service journalism" at the ICA pre-conference "Sports Communication and Social
The UCI School of Social Ecology, School of Social Sciences and School of Humanities will screen Dr. Muhtaseb's film with riveting and moving personal recollections of both Palestines and Israelis revealing shocking events of the most pivotal year in the
Professor Donna Gotch attended and was featured by the University at the First-Generation Student Welcome Reception as part of its newly launched initiative, I’m First Alliance, a program to support new first-generation students – both freshmen and transf
Professor Gotch was surprised in class with news she won the 2019 Outstanding Lecturer Award for the university.
On Friday, February 8, 2019, Dr. Gallegos presented, “Somos la dignidad rebelde: On Mexican Indigenous praxis of resistance pedagogy, no longer misappropriated under US ‘innovative’ methods'” at the Women of Color in Academia panel.
Congratulations to the following who presented at the National Communication Association convention in Salt Lake City: Gretchen Bergquist, paper: "Family Socialization and Perceptions of Mental Health" Gretchen Bergquist, paper: "Exploring the content and
At the 29th Annual CSU Media Arts Festival held Wednesday, November 13, 2019, the following students from CSU San Bernardino representing Communications received certificates in honor of their finalist project: Cesar Chanon, Julia Anne Davis, Amanda Romer
The 2019 Comm symposium was bigger and better than ever before and the Coyote Chronicle was among the first members of the media to pick up on this groundswell effort, featuring the event as their cover story.
Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb is the director of CIMES. She co-produced and hosted the well-attended event Syrianamericana: A Nation State of Mind with rapper-poet Omar Offendum on January 29th.
The Communication Studies Symposium will be held at California State University San Bernardino on May 7, 2019, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrating communication studies students and featuring awards and speakers, the Symposium helps students conquer anythin
During Winter and Spring 2019 Professor Donna Gotch lead a faculty cohort in 25 online learning modules mentoring them in using new teaching strategies in their classes.
The Palm Desert City Council re- appointed Dr. Leo as Chair of the Investment, Audit and Finance Committee. He will serve a four year term.
Rebuilding Alliance will be hosting a Gala Awards ceremony, benefit dinner, and silent auction to benefit Gaza artists including CSUSB’s very own Ahlam Muhtaseb will be making an appearance, accepting the Storytellers Award on behalf of her documentary, “
Dr. Fong was recently published for her work "Chinese International Students' Adaptive Orientations to Intercultural Compliment Interactions with Caucasian Americans.
Please join the department in congratulating Mike Wichman on 25 years of service to CSUSB.
The CSUSB Podcast Club will hold their first meeting on Monday, February 18th, from 12 to 2 pm in PL5005M.
Executive Producer Dr. Muhtaseb will screen and hold a Q and A on Wed, Nov. 6 at 6:15. Event is open to the public.
We celebrate commencement together as students, staff and faculty. Enjoy a few images from the recent event.
The department wants to congratulate the Coyote Chronicle for Excellence in Student Media.
The team has returned from the Griffin Invitational Forensics Tournament in El Cajon, CA with a win!
Donna Gotch, Lecturer, Hadia Bendelhoum and Angelina Burkhart, Adjunct Faculty, participated in a summer institute, co-sponsored by the University Honors Program and the Faculty Center for Excellence.
Professor Mary Fong and Karl’s “Two Heart Nuts to Crack!” is the first memoir of Mary Fong’s Magnificent Mess trilogy.
Melody Adejare’s paper “Media Influences on Intercultural Communication: People’s Perceptions of Racial Groups” was not only accepted by the Intercultural Communication Division of the Southern States Communication Association, it will also be part of the
The new graduate students are welcomed by the Grad Coordinator and Department Chair in orientation and in the graduate student potluck, hosted each year by Dr. Muhtaseb.
In the Spring, Dr. Muhtaseb held two rare California screenings of her film "1948" to LA Jews for Peace in Pasadena, and for Palestinian Cultural Day in Santa Clara.
Congratulations to graduate student Andre Adame for having his paper “Child's Play: A Critical Examination of the Video Game ‘PeaceMaker’" accepted for the 69th Annual International Communication Association (ICA) Conference, Communication Beyond Boundari
Dr. Muhtaseb will have a screening and talk at San Jose State University on October 17 on her highly acclaimed film, 1948.
Four students each received a $1000 scholarship or stipend to support their studies in Comm591 (Communication Studies undergraduate internship) in Spring 2019.
Healing through music, poetry and art will be the feature of this new event March 21, 2019, from 12:00pm-5:00pm in UH-053.
Seven CSUSB Communication students from CoyotePR, the on-campus student public relations firm, attended the Polaris Awards for the first time on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at the Riverside Convention Center.
At the 29th Annual CSU Media Arts Festival held Wednesday, November 13, 2019, the following students from CSU San Bernardino representing Communications received certificates in honor of their finalist project: Cesar Chanon, Julia Anne Davis, Amanda Romer
The 2019 Comm symposium was bigger and better than ever before and the Coyote Chronicle was among the first members of the media to pick up on this groundswell effort, featuring the event as their cover story.
The CEAT awards for exceptional service to students has been awarded to Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb, Dr. T.C. Corrigan, Dr. Liliana Conlisk Gallegos, and Dr. Julie Taylor.
Participate in this year’sCSUSB Student Research Competition. This is a wonderful event for students to showcase their work and develop their presentation skills.
Comm lecturers attended and presented at IAFOR EuroMedia conference in Brighton UK in July 2019.
Jessica Vierra is a Graduate Teaching Associate where she teaches two sections of Oral Communication while also completing her Master’s degree.
Rebuilding Alliance will be hosting a Gala Awards ceremony, benefit dinner, and silent auction to benefit Gaza artists including CSUSB’s very own Ahlam Muhtaseb will be making an appearance, accepting the Storytellers Award on behalf of her documentary, “
The "Death Taco Challenge" story on Local Matters, CSUSB's local TV news program, was selected to be a finalist in the CSU Media Arts Festival, a first time in the festival's history that CSUSB was selected.
Please join the department in congratulating Mike Wichman on 25 years of service to CSUSB.
Join Dr. Muhtaseb for a screening of her highly praised film, "1948: Creation and Catastrophe" a documentary of the historical roots of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
A current Public Relations student is interning at Cartoon Network's Adult Swim program, a strutured internship that has served as a launchpad for many in the PR and media industries.
Student Ethan Mink wins Emmy for his role as researcher on KVCR program "Vietnam Speaks." Mink also served as intern on the program "From Scratch" which also received an Emmy.
Congratulations to graduate student Luis Esparza whose paper, “Desde la Periferia de La Milpa: A Study of Sexual Minorities in Nuevo Refugio” was accepted by the Non-conforming Imperatives Interest Group of the National Association for Chicana and Chicano
With a world-class faculty practicing, teaching and researching on the cutting edge of the field of Communication Studies, the CSUSB Dept. of Communication Studies might be an incredible new chapter in your story.
Donna Gotch facilitated a program-based Faculty Learning Community with Instructors Alatorre, Patzold and Wassing participating.
Speakers are ANNOUNCED for the Spring Comm symposium and we have something NEW and EXCITING this year!
Melody Adejare’s paper “Media Influences on Intercultural Communication: People’s Perceptions of Racial Groups” was not only accepted by the Intercultural Communication Division of the Southern States Communication Association, it will also be part of the
Roberto S. Oregel is a producer and director, known for Eloy Take Two (2010), One Man Show (2013) and Casa Libre/Freedom House (2008).
In the Spring, Dr. Muhtaseb held two rare California screenings of her film "1948" to LA Jews for Peace in Pasadena, and for Palestinian Cultural Day in Santa Clara.
Congratulations to graduate student Andre Adame for having his paper “Child's Play: A Critical Examination of the Video Game ‘PeaceMaker’" accepted for the 69th Annual International Communication Association (ICA) Conference, Communication Beyond Boundari
Graduate Student Sean Maulding speaks to the 200+ incoming graduate students at the graduate student orientation, as a member of the grad committee for Associated Students Incorporated.
Four students each received a $1000 scholarship or stipend to support their studies in Comm591 (Communication Studies undergraduate internship) in Spring 2019.
Healing through music, poetry and art will be the feature of this new event March 21, 2019, from 12:00pm-5:00pm in UH-053.
Streaming LIVE on Coyote Chronicle Facebook, a screening of the discussion following Digital Disconnect: Fake News, Privacy and Democracy facilitated by T.C. Corrigan and Rod Metts, Dept of Comm Studies.
CELEBRATING OUR IDENTITIES THROUGHART, MUSIC, POETRY, AND PAN DULCE!DECEMBER 5, 2019@2PMPFAU LIBRARY PL-4005
The 2019 Comm Symposium, with a theme of "Transcending Boundaries" celebrated outstanding students and explored many academic and professional topics in communication studies.
The department wishes to congratulate the Interim GTA Coordinator Carol Damgen, who as Vice-Chair of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival National Playwriting Program, will make two large presentations at the Region VIII Festival in Los An
Participate in this year’sCSUSB Student Research Competition. This is a wonderful event for students to showcase their work and develop their presentation skills.
CoyotePR member and recent Comm graduate Gilbert was awarded for his superior service to individuals with disabilities in his recent internship with Options for All, a nonprofit offering digital multimedia training and filmaking for individuals of all abi
Dr. Taylor is recognized as an outstanding faculty member who goes above and beyond for both her current and former students.
Donna Gotch is a full time faculty member at California State University, San Bernardino.
The "Death Taco Challenge" story on Local Matters, CSUSB's local TV news program, was selected to be a finalist in the CSU Media Arts Festival, a first time in the festival's history that CSUSB was selected.
Dr. Corrigan was recognized for his mentorship of undergraduate Ethan Mink, recipient of Outstanding Student in Media Studies and nominated for an Emmy award in the "Military - Program or Special" category by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sc
Join Dr. Muhtaseb for a screening of her highly praised film, "1948: Creation and Catastrophe" a documentary of the historical roots of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
Professor Pate's "Tears of Gaduhav" was just picked up for another 18 month option to shop around and produce for a potential T.V. limited series by Mission Control Productions and William MacDonald, the same producer that did ROME for HBO several years a
Graduate Student Luis Esparza, in conjuction with department and university clubs and programs, held an event, "IE Centricity: Centering Our Stories," an event where students spoke their truths through music, art and poetry.
Congratulations to graduate student Luis Esparza whose paper, “Desde la Periferia de La Milpa: A Study of Sexual Minorities in Nuevo Refugio” was accepted by the Non-conforming Imperatives Interest Group of the National Association for Chicana and Chicano
With a world-class faculty practicing, teaching and researching on the cutting edge of the field of Communication Studies, the CSUSB Dept. of Communication Studies might be an incredible new chapter in your story.
A beautiful thing about communication is its ongoingness.
Donna Gotch facilitated a program-based Faculty Learning Community with Instructors Alatorre, Patzold and Wassing participating.
Speakers are ANNOUNCED for the Spring Comm symposium and we have something NEW and EXCITING this year!
In collaboration with the Undocumented Student Success Center, the Coyote Pack, and the Department of Communication Studies held a meaningful event that helps students and community cope with current issues by creating a space where they can engage in dia
Dr. Larry Hygh joins CSUSB as the newest full time lecturer in Public Relations, bringing his energy and enthusiasm to a new generation of PR professionals.
Dr. Grant was accepted to the prestigious HERS Academy for Women in Higher Education Leadership Academy.
Sean Maulding’s paper “Pussy Hats and Anti-Trans Sentiments: When Second-Wave and Third-Wave Collide” was accepted by the Western Social Science Association for presentation at their 2019 Conference.
Graduate Student Sean Maulding speaks to the 200+ incoming graduate students at the graduate student orientation, as a member of the grad committee for Associated Students Incorporated.
A year-long institute to increase and enhance equitable opportunities at CSUSB, Dr. Muhtaseb and Prof. Nerren were recognized by Dean of the Library Caesar Cabrillo for the completion of the program and their presentations to the university.
This February, CSUSB welcomes Emmy Award winning creator of DirecTV and Former LA Times Publisher and CEO Eddy Hartenstein.
Streaming LIVE on Coyote Chronicle Facebook, a screening of the discussion following Digital Disconnect: Fake News, Privacy and Democracy facilitated by T.C. Corrigan and Rod Metts, Dept of Comm Studies.
CoyotePR was selected for a PRSA Polaris or Capella award at the November 2019 Polaris awards.
The 2019 Comm Symposium, with a theme of "Transcending Boundaries" celebrated outstanding students and explored many academic and professional topics in communication studies.
The department wishes to congratulate the Interim GTA Coordinator Carol Damgen, who as Vice-Chair of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival National Playwriting Program, will make two large presentations at the Region VIII Festival in Los An
Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb and her co-producer/director Mr. Andy Trimlett who have received the "Storytellers: Media & Education Award" from the Rebuilding Alliance organization.
Dr. Heisterkamp was the President of the Western States Communication Association in 2019 and his presidential address was recently published in the Western Journal of Communication.
Professor Donald Girard has been a full-time lecturer at CSUSB for six years and has made incredible contributions to the Public Relations concentration due to his knowledge, experience and past work in the industry
Professor Donna Cooley is alumna and part-time faculty member at California State University, San Bernardino, where she instructs communications courses including Oral Communication, Interviewing, and Senior Project but she has made so many incredible con
A '17 PR Major will be attending law school beginning in September 2019. Congratulations to our Alum for their success!
Dr. Corrigan was recognized for his mentorship of undergraduate Ethan Mink, recipient of Outstanding Student in Media Studies and nominated for an Emmy award in the "Military - Program or Special" category by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sc
There will be a special screening of the film 1948: Creation and Catastrophe followed by a discussion with Filmmakers Andy Trimlett and Dr. Ahlam Muhtaseb of Cal State San Bernardino, moderated by Dr. Hatem Bazian of Zaytuna College.
Our San Bernardino, Nuestro, held on Tuesday, October 16; 2-4pm was commissioned by VP Sudhakar with special support from Dr. Mihaela Popescu and ITS through the work of Dr. Gallegos and the Coyote Pack.
Alumni Erica Acosta visits students in the Department of Communication Studies and shares her experiences as an Event Coordinator with the San Bernardino County Fire District Office of the Fire Marshal Household Hazardous Waste as part of the "Professor f
Communication Studies Professor, Dr. Muhtaseb attended screenings for her film in Dubai and Kuwait in January.
Recent graduate and NASA Social Media Manager Jessica Arreola visited PR Campaigns (plus visitors from many other classes) to share her story of her journey as a comm professional and as a person.
Dr. Corrigan has been ratified to the CSUSB Faculty Senate for the 2018-2020 term.
In February, the Forensics team went to Santa Clara University to compete at the WSCA tournament.
If you have dreamed of raising the profile of your organization, starting a business, enhancing your media materials, receiving consultation on communication strategy and implementation, and more, our very skilled and talented interns can help you and you
As first responders prepare for another busy season, the Los Angeles Daily News investigated causes for the increase in rescues in picturesque natural environments, asking if the #optoutside movement or the popularity of selfies plays a role.
On Oct. 31, Kyle Finck of The Los Angeles Times spoke with Coyote Chronicle student journalists about multimedia storytelling and ways in which independent student media can acquire an edge.
Our annual comm studies symposium will be here sooner than you know it!
Dr. Muhtaseb's film, 1948: Creation & Catastrophe, was just published in the peer-review journal of Arab Studies Quarterly (Vol. 40, No. 1.).
The CSUSB Athletics Department featured news of Communication Studies student Dorian Butler, who took home a medal in the recent Intercollegiate Forensics speech and debate competition in Longview Washington.
Dr. Muhtaseb speaks at the sold out Melbourne premiere of "1948" at the Australia Palestine Film Festival, which is one of 6 Australia premiers.
Each quarter, in addition to her duties as lecturer, Professor Wassing and the forensics team travel to compete in debate competitions across the West.
Students, faculty and administrators eagerly attended the on-campus screening of "1948: Creation & Catastrophe."
Dr. Mihaela Popescu has been named a CSUSB Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship Faculty Fellow for 2018-2019.
Student Sabrina Brooks was recently hired by Kia Motors Headquarters USA in Irvine California.
Congratulations to Jacob Poore, the Coyote Advertising team, and the Fall 2016 COMM 243D students who are being recognized at the 2017 Public Relations Society of America, Inland Empire Polaris Awards in the student PR campaign category for their planning
Photojournalist Nick Ut's iconic 1972 Vietnam War photo of 9-year-old Kim Phuc, "Napalm Girl," hugely influenced public opinion and won the Pulitzer Prize, but his work doesn't end there.
Students were commended at the 2018 Comm. Symposium. Awardees were recognized on stage at the annual 200-person event, the only one of its kind in the College of Arts and Letters.
For the graduate students to kick off the Fall 2017 quarter, Department of Communication Studies Graduate Coordinator Dr. Muhtaseb held a Graduate Program Potluck in her home.
Photojournalist Nick Ut's iconic 1972 Vietnam War photo of 9-year-old Kim Phuc, "Napalm Girl," hugely influenced public opinion and won the Pulitzer Prize, but his work doesn't end there. An AP photographer for over 51 years, he collaborates frequently wi
The Coyote Chronicle newspaper takes home a fourth place award at the 2018 Associated Collegiate Press Associated Collegiate Press Awards Contest, a big honor for the campus newspaper of California State University, San Bernardino.
Graduate students Melody Adejare, Rebeccah Avila, Sean Maulding, Luis Esparza, Andy Acosta, Erendira Torres, Shirlena Baggett, Ariana Cano and Jessica Vierra will be presenting at the 7th Annual "Meeting of the Minds" Student Research Symposium.
Dr. Liliana Conlisk Gallegos has two new publications out now:This month, the peer-reviewed Journal of Latinos and Education (which has a 10% acceptance rate) accepted Dr. Conlisk Gallegos sole-authored "Somos la dignidad rebelde: On Mexican indigenous pr
"Powerhouse" does not begin to describe Ariana Cano, recent graduate of the Department of Communication Studies graduate program and prolific academic, already early into her studies and her career.
Cassie Zebisch, Director of Comm. for AEG (Staples Center, LA Live, Nokia Theater) will speak to PRSSA. Members and nonmembers alike are welcome.
Graduate students Walker Beverly and Richard Contreras were accepted for presentation at the UCI Social Justice Research Symposium on May 25 at UC Irvine.
An event designed to further prepare current students for life after graduation, the Communication Studies Symposium, will be held at California State University San Bernardino May 1, 2018, from 9am-3pm in the San Manuel Student Union.
Dr. Mary Fong's competitively selected paper in the International Intercultural Communication Division: Ethnic Identity Development and Adaptation of Accused 'Oreos' and a panel presentation in the Spiritual Communication Division: Course Resources in Tea
Our annual comm studies symposium will be here sooner than you know it!
Dr. Muhtaseb's film, 1948: Creation & Catastrophe, was just published in the peer-review journal of Arab Studies Quarterly (Vol. 40, No. 1.).
Two of our undergraduates were competitively selected for presentation at the WSCA 15th Annual Undergraduate Scholars Research Conference (USRC) in Santa Clara on February 16.
Dr. Muhtaseb speaks at the sold out Melbourne premiere of "1948" at the Australia Palestine Film Festival, which is one of 6 Australia premiers.
On May 24, students from Comm 120 Oral Communication competed in persuasive and informative speeches, at the Santos Manuel Student Union, during the CAST public speaking competition held by the Forensics club and sponsored by Rand McNally and the Dept. of
Our faculty are active scholars, performers, and artists who present their work locally, nationally, and internationally.
The following professors in the Dept. of Communication Studies have been awarded Vital and Expanded Technology Grants for 2018-2019: Dr. Mariam Betlemidze: Digital Storytelling Lab for Student Journalism & Multimedia Dr. Jo Anna Grant: E-Learning Academy
On October 18, four of Professor Nerren's students appeared on live web TV.
An elective course Fundraising, Grant Writing and Leadership for Nonprofit Organizations this fall at CSUSB, this course qualifies as one of 3 required courses for the JHBC’s Certificate of Nonprofit Leadership(click on link), an excellent résumé builder
Happy students received invitations to compete in the CAST (Coyote Annual Speech Tournament) coming up May 24, delivered by members of the Forensics Team.
In the Fall 2017 PR Campaigns class with Professor Nerren, the students' national PR campaign was featured on The Mighty, AJ+ and on the signs in Times Square.
Photojournalist Nick Ut's iconic 1972 Vietnam War photo of 9-year-old Kim Phuc, "Napalm Girl," hugely influenced public opinion and won the Pulitzer Prize, but his work doesn't end there. An AP photographer for over 51 years, he collaborates frequently wi
The Coyote Chronicle newspaper takes home a fourth place award at the 2018 Associated Collegiate Press Associated Collegiate Press Awards Contest, a big honor for the campus newspaper of California State University, San Bernardino.
The Coyote Chronicle is the student newspaper for California State University, San Bernardino, and is supported by the Department of Communication Studies.
The Sydney Morning Herald recognized Dr. Muhtaseb's film "1948" one of the top five films in the column "Best of the Big Screen.
"Powerhouse" does not begin to describe Ariana Cano, recent graduate of the Department of Communication Studies graduate program and prolific academic, already early into her studies and her career.
Ever since the video documentary "Clouds over Sidra" boosted donations for UNICEF, 360-degree video has been marketed as an “empathy machine.” 360-degree video, also known as spherical video, is an immersive technology that enables the recording of video
Graduate students Walker Beverly and Richard Contreras were accepted for presentation at the UCI Social Justice Research Symposium on May 25 at UC Irvine.
An event designed to further prepare current students for life after graduation, the Communication Studies Symposium, will be held at California State University San Bernardino May 1, 2018, from 9am-3pm in the San Manuel Student Union.
Dr. Muhtaseb received an energetic standing ovation following the screening of her film "1948: Creation & Catastrophe" at the San Diego Arab Film Festival on October 29.
Let us congratulate our new full communication professors! Dr. Owen, Dr. Popescu and Dr. Algan are our newest full professors.
Student Kaitlyn Norris will be working in Washington D.C. this Summer, interning for the Library of Congress.
Students walked with graduate and undergraduate degrees in Communication Studies. Our department congratulates all of our students for this accomplishment!
Digital Disconnect: Fake News, Privacy and Democracy followed by a discussion facilitated by T.C. Corrigan and Rod Metts, Dept of Comm Studies Wed, Nov 14, 20182 – 4 pm Library Multimedia Center, PL-5005 Refreshments will be served “Based on the book by m
On May 24, students from Comm 120 Oral Communication competed in persuasive and informative speeches, at the Santos Manuel Student Union, during the CAST public speaking competition held by the Forensics club and sponsored by Rand McNally and the Dept. of
Students take the prizes for top papers at the Western States Communication Association Undergraduate Scholars Research Competition.
Dr. Mihaela Popescu has received a contract from MIT press for the publication of her co-authored bookPrivacy as a Right of Becoming: Algorithms, Selfhood, and Privacy Harmsin their Information Policy series.
Through riveting and moving personal recollections of both Palestinians and Israelis, 1948: Creation & Catastrophe reveals the shocking events of the most pivotal year in the most controversial conflict in the world, which is the Israeli-Palestinian confl
An elective course Fundraising, Grant Writing and Leadership for Nonprofit Organizations this fall at CSUSB, this course qualifies as one of 3 required courses for the JHBC’s Certificate of Nonprofit Leadership(click on link), an excellent résumé builder
Happy students received invitations to compete in the CAST (Coyote Annual Speech Tournament) coming up May 24, delivered by members of the Forensics Team.
Congratulations to Dr. Liliana Conlisk Gallegos for her new feature in the Inland Empire Community News as a notable person in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month in "Gallegos’ ‘rainbow journalism’ teachings empower nontraditional students."
We are proud to congratulate Ariana Cano who will be receiving the Emerging Scholar Award at the Third International Conference on Communication and Media Studies in Berkeley California!
Prof. Jess Block Nerren has been invited by the Executive Director to join the California Association for Behavior Analysis (CalABA) Stakeholder Advisory Committee.
The Coyote Chronicle is the student newspaper for California State University, San Bernardino, and is supported by the Department of Communication Studies.
First, Dr. Muhtaseb sat on the panel at the Oral History Association Annual Meeting titled "Achieving the Impossible: Re-writing the History of 1948" at Concordia University and then she attended a screening at McGill University.
"...to heal and empower students, our community and university by remembering what we were never taught" Dr. Gallegos is a person with a vision.
Ever since the video documentary "Clouds over Sidra" boosted donations for UNICEF, 360-degree video has been marketed as an “empathy machine.” 360-degree video, also known as spherical video, is an immersive technology that enables the recording of video
Graduate student Victoria Luckner had two papers competitively accepted for presentation at the NCA 104th Annual Convention being held November 8-11 in Salt Lake City.The two papers are: "Mother Eywa: Ecofeminism and James Cameron’s Avatar," which she de
Jacob Poore, Coyote Advertising manager, and the students of Coyote Advertising competed in the professional category at the American Advertising Federation Inland Empire Chapter, and won one gold award, three silver awards and six bronze awards! In addit
As a result of successful years of hard work and dedication, Dr. Thomas Corrigan has been promoted to Associate Professor and received Tenure.
The department's professors are hard at work preparing to make the 2018-2019 academic year the best one yet!
Student Kaitlyn Norris will be working in Washington D.C. this Summer, interning for the Library of Congress.
From December 1-3, the Forensics team traveled to Longview, WA to compete in the Smelt Classic Tournament.
Digital Disconnect: Fake News, Privacy and Democracy followed by a discussion facilitated by T.C. Corrigan and Rod Metts, Dept of Comm Studies Wed, Nov 14, 20182 – 4 pm Library Multimedia Center, PL-5005 Refreshments will be served “Based on the book by m
Alumni Erica Acosta visits students in the Department of Communication Studies and shares her experiences as an Event Coordinator with the San Bernardino County Fire District Office of the Fire Marshal Household Hazardous Waste as part of the "Professor f
Dr. Popescu was featured in an in-depth news article about immersive technology including virtual and augmented reality use in the classrooms.
Student Scott Romo, and his faculty mentor, Dr. T.C. Corrigan, received the Mellon Mays Fellowship.
In February, the Forensics team went to Santa Clara University to compete at the WSCA tournament.
If you have dreamed of raising the profile of your organization, starting a business, enhancing your media materials, receiving consultation on communication strategy and implementation, and more, our very skilled and talented interns can help you and you
As first responders prepare for another busy season, the Los Angeles Daily News investigated causes for the increase in rescues in picturesque natural environments, asking if the #optoutside movement or the popularity of selfies plays a role.
Emmy award-winning filmmaker and Professor of Communication Studies Professor Lane Shefter Bishop has a new film airing on Lifetime Movie Network.
We are proud to congratulate Ariana Cano who will be receiving the Emerging Scholar Award at the Third International Conference on Communication and Media Studies in Berkeley California!
Dr. Rod Metts and Dr. Thomas Corrigan presented at the Union for Democratic Communication Conference, Media, Resistance, and Justice: The Fight for Humanity, May 10-13, 2018, at Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Metts paper was titled: Rec
Undergraduate student Alysha Darby is the newest intern at Power106, the top hip-hop station in the Los Angeles market.
First, Dr. Muhtaseb sat on the panel at the Oral History Association Annual Meeting titled "Achieving the Impossible: Re-writing the History of 1948" at Concordia University and then she attended a screening at McGill University.
Each quarter, in addition to her duties as lecturer, Professor Wassing and the forensics team travel to compete in debate competitions across the West.
Dr. Michelle A. Holling, 2017 WSCA President, presented the presidential gavel to Dr. Brian Heisterkamp, 2018 WSCA President.
Graduate student Victoria Luckner had two papers competitively accepted for presentation at the NCA 104th Annual Convention being held November 8-11 in Salt Lake City.The two papers are: "Mother Eywa: Ecofeminism and James Cameron’s Avatar," which she de
Student Sabrina Brooks was recently hired by Kia Motors Headquarters USA in Irvine California.
PRSSA Chapter President Andrea Stewart and Vice President Fatima Rivera-Ortiz are attending the Public Relations Student Society of America National Conference, the largest gathering of public relations students in the country.
Photojournalist Nick Ut's iconic 1972 Vietnam War photo of 9-year-old Kim Phuc, "Napalm Girl," hugely influenced public opinion and won the Pulitzer Prize, but his work doesn't end there.
Students were commended at the 2018 Comm. Symposium. Awardees were recognized on stage at the annual 200-person event, the only one of its kind in the College of Arts and Letters.
From December 1-3, the Forensics team traveled to Longview, WA to compete in the Smelt Classic Tournament.