A visual arts program created by CSUSB art associate professor Edward “Ed” Gomez was one of 10 recently selected for funding by California Humanities, a nonprofit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
As the COVID-19 pandemic curtailed large gatherings of any kind, Lacey Kendall saw a need to help local churches stream their services. With technology she and three friends developed, and with help from some CSUSB students and the community, Kendall is seeking to help historic Black churches in Riverside and San Bernardino counties go virtual.
As part of our celebration of Black History Month, take a look back when Kerry Neal was named the major gift officer for the College of Arts and Letters and the College of Education. The appointment marked a return for Neal, who served as the director of development for the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration in 2006.
Theatre arts assistant professor Kristi Papailler incorporates mindfulness into her classes through the practices of Tai Chi and Qi Gong and often directs shows that inspire positive social change.
Lacey Kendall (communication studies) is part of the initiative, the Black Church Media Project, assisting historic houses of worship, and a newly published study co-authored by Bree Putman (biology) is highlighted in an article about citizen science.
When CSUSB started virtual instruction due to the pandemic, Larry R. Hygh Jr., full-time lecturer of communication studies, invited his worldwide network to engage his students in the virtual classroom setting.
Kathryn Ervin (theatre arts) was interviewed about using the arts to speak to social justice issues, and David Yaghoubian (history) discussed the International Court of Justice ruling that it would hear Iran’s case against the U.S. regarding sanctions.
In celebration of Black History Month, the Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art presents “Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press.” The exhibition will be on display virtually starting Saturday, Feb. 6.
“Art Hour with Lana and Guests: Season 2” is hosted by RAFFMA’s student assistants as they welcome special guests to discuss various topics that are art, Egyptian, and museum related. First session is Feb. 4.