
Codi Lazar (geological science), Riguad Joseph (social work), Brian Levin (criminal justice), David Yaghoubian (history), Stuart Sumida (biology), Fadi Muheidat (computer sciences), Kristi Papailler (theatre arts) and Wagner Prado (kinesiology) were mentioned in recent news coverage.

The Aug. 8-12 training, which is free, is offered by the university’s Institute for Child Development and Family Relations, in conjunction with the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools. Space is limited; register online.

Registration for LEAD XI, “Movimiento y Compromiso: 50 Years of Challenges, Possibilities, and the Quest for Educational Equity,” set for Sept. 30 at CSUSB’s Santos Manuel Student Union North, can now be done online. The summit is open to the public and registration is free.

Art professor Katherine Gray once again serves as the resident evaluator in the new season of the hit Netflix glassmaking competition show “Blown Away.” The third season drops Friday, July 22.

In spite the number of strongmen dictators around the world, there is political leadership that embodies civility and compassion, such as that exhibited by New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern, according to a study by Montgomery Van Wart, CSUSB professor of public administration.

Daniel MacDonald (economics) discussed the Inland Empire’s employment outlook and the economy, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was interviewed about new hate crime data and other related topics.

The EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative Annual Meeting is a premier event where faculty, IT personnel and industry partners explore different technology-driven approaches to broad learning issues and share expertise across institutions.

Brian Levin (criminal justice) discusses the July 4 mass shooting in Highland Park, Ill., and Katherine Gray (art) returns for season three of Netflix’s reality glassblowing competition, “Blown Away.”

Tomás Gómez-Arias said he will work to ensure the success of new programs and continuing to develop JHBC’s portfolio of offerings.

Stuart Sumida, professor of biology, will be installed as Society of Vertebrate Paleontology vice president in November and will automatically become the society’s president in November 2024.

Gregory Gondwe (communication studies) discussed his research on social media influencers in Sub-Saharan Africa, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was quoted in articles related to extremism and hate crimes.

The MSPA program will be launched in fall of 2024 with 30 students and grow to a maximum of 85 students within three years.