
Manijeh Badiee (psychology) was part of a group of researchers that published a study that “explored the experiences of Iranian adult children of divorce (ACOD) in the US,” and Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) was quoted in an article on a “Zoombombing” of a Laguna Beach City Council meeting where speakers unleashed antisemitic, racist and transphobic comments.

Alumnus Sedrick Spencer highlights the importance of higher education and paying it forward.

Walker Beverly is the founder of Advancing Steps, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society.

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.

Ontario Police Detective Cameron Williams, a CSUSB alumnus, credits the college education he received as being an important factor in gaining life experience and success in his career. Jan. 9 is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.

More than 150 business leaders attended the chambers’ program held at the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside to learn from CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales about the university’s programs and how they are making an impact in the region.

Alexis Arias was presented with a $25,000 check at a surprise event held at Amistad High School where she is a 12th grade English teacher.

The Peace Garden, built in front of the Chemical Sciences building in honor of the 14 lives lost on Dec. 2, 2015, was the site of the university’s annual Day of Remembrance. Five of the 14 were CSUSB alumni.

The closing ceremony featured state assemblymember and CSUSB alumnus James C. Ramos, bird singers and words of wisdom from CSUSB Indigenous leaders.