Guy Hepp, associate professor of anthropology, appeared in the series’ episode “Bloodsport,” where he discussed the Maya ballgame played in early Mesoamerica. He was careful to emphasize the diversity of Mesoamerican ballgames played by different groups, as well as their religious and political significance.
An article co-written by Abhilasha Srivastava (economics) was cited in an editorial about outlawing caste-based discrimination, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was interviewed for articles on the killing of a Cedar Glen merchant who flew a pride flag outside her store.
Three university-wide awards – Distinguished Alumni, Emerging Leader and Coyote Spirit – will be presented, as well as the Paw Print Awards, which honor esteemed alumni from each of the university’s five colleges.
Brian Levin, who also is a member of the Commission on the State of Hate, will present the center’s report in the 10:30 a.m. session, Friday, Aug. 25. The presentation, which will be his last as director of CSUSB’s Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism that he founded 24 years ago, as he retires from the post and turns over the center's operations to Steven Merrall.
Marc Robinson (history) discussed his forthcoming book, “Washington State Rising: Black Power on Campus in the Pacific Northwest,” and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was quoted in an article about a hate crime targeting a church in Newtown, Conn.
Brian Heisterkamp will serve as interim director of Cal State San Bernardino’s Office of Community Engagement, facilitates partnerships between the university and public and private groups off campus, providing knowledge and resources to enrich scholarship, research and creative activity that benefits the public good.
“This year, I wish to focus on where we are with two major campus initiatives, which were launched at last year’s Convocation: our new 2023-28 strategic plan, which will shape our work and efforts across all segments of the university; and the ongoing ‘Our Defining Moment: The Campaign for CSUSB.’ Its success will also have a tremendous impact on how we are able to grow and serve our students and our region,” CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales said.
Mihaela Popescu (communication studies) discussed the new CSUSB-Annenberg Pipeline Program with the Annenberg School for Communication, Mike Stull (entrepreneurship) introduced the new Entrepreneurial Resource Center, a partnership with the city of San Bernardino, Andrea Giuffren (criminal justice) coauthored a study on the long-term impact of juvenile crime, and Donna Garcia (psychology) coauthored research on claims of bias by “high-status” groups.
The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Convocation, which will welcome students to the 2023-24 academic year, has been postponed. New date to be determined.
The program aims to increase the number of promising doctoral students applying for future California State University faculty positions by offering financial assistance in the form of a loan and mentorship by CSU faculty.
Annika Anderson (sociology), Rigaud Joseph (social work) and Paul Jones (social work lecturer) of CSUSB’s Project Rebound published a paper on the efficacy of programs that provide support services to formerly incarcerated college students, and Enrique Murillo Jr. (education) was mentioned in an article about the naming of LEAD Summit XII’s honorary chairs.
The ceremony will be held Aug. 29 at 9 a.m. The Performing Arts Center will provide teaching, rehearsal and performance spaces necessary for a modern performing arts program.