As part of Den2Den, SBVC students will enjoy the same services as CSUSB residential students, including the on-campus meal plan, access to campus amenities such as the Student Recreation and Wellness Center, the John M. Pfau Library, and support services to assist in a student’s success in reaching their academic goals.
"Singer José Feliciano and artist Ignacio Gómez are more than honorees; they are cultural trailblazers and mentors whose artistry, advocacy, and unwavering commitment have empowered generations,” said Enrique Murillo, Jr., LEAD executive director.
Morales began his role as CSUSB’s fourth president in August 2012. His commitment to student success has led to various innovative summer bridge and other student and academic support services, including strengthening relationships with public K-12 school districts and community colleges in the Inland Empire.
“We are all together here in a very, very special place. We have a vital mission. And we punch well above our weight,” university President Tomás D. Morales said. “Each of you is making a real difference.”
CSUSB’s Office of Student Research, in collaboration with the Extended Reality for Learning (xREAL) Lab, has awarded twelve graduate students the Innovative Media and Technology Graduate Research Award to support research in immersive and emerging technologies.
Stuart Sumida (biology), Johnny Coffeen (communication and media lecturer), Thomas Chapman (cybersecurity), Bob Miller (public administration adjunct), Brian Levin (criminal justice emeritus) were mentioned in recent news coverage. Also, Anahid S. Modrek, Dionisio A. Amodeo, Leslie R. Amodeo and Jason F. Reimer (psychology); Kevin P. Rosales (child development) and Matthew R. Des Lauriers (anthropology) recently published their research in their respective disciplines.
Carson Fajardo, twice elected president of the university’s Associated Students Inc. and now a student in the Master of Public Administration program, began his two-year term as one of the board’s two student trustees in July.
Returning for a second time, Jess Block Nerren, alumna and full-time lecturer in the Department of Communication and Media, will become the Faculty Disability Inclusion Fellow for Cal State San Bernardino on Aug. 18.
CSUSB joined fellow CSU and UC campuses at the University of California San Diego’s Institute of the Americas Forum on Aug. 11 to sign a letter of intent strengthening educational partnerships with Mexico. The agreement outlines plans to expand academic exchanges, develop dual degree programs, and foster technical cooperation in strategic sectors.
Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) discussed the latest FBI crime statistics and the government’s use of memes, art and music to promote immigration policies.
Daisy Ocampo Diaz (history) was interviewed about “Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art,” an exhibit she co-curated, Elizabeth Castillo (management) was named a CUMU Impact Fellow by the Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities, and Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) discussed the latest FBI crime statistics.
Bob Miller, a faculty member in CSUSB’s public administration program, was recognized for his excellence in teaching, mentorship, and public service. Miller, a former police chief and current Yucaipa City Council member, was honored at the IE ASPA awards banquet in Riverside on July 24.