Valencia Jones, Lasisi Ajayi and Enrique Murillo Jr. (education), Stuart Sumida (biology), Tiffany Jones (history) and Brian Levin (criminal justice emeritus) were included in recent news coverage, and Dave Solance Smith (biology) recently published a study on predator-prey interactions and natural selection.
“Representation matters deeply, especially in education and media, where visibility impacts self-worth, ambition and societal perception,” said Enrique Murillo Jr., executive director of Latino Education & Advocacy Days (LEAD). "If we don't tell our own stories, others will. … And they may not get it right. Chances are they won’t get it right.”
The summit theme and program highlights the urgency and impact of authentic Latino representation. Free and open to the public, LEAD Summit XIV will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 3 at the Santos Manuel Student Union South Events Center at CSUSB.
Henry “HEN GEE” Garcia, an American rapper, producer and cultural advocate, will be the featured morning speaker, and Willie Garcia, better known as “Little Willie G” and the “Godfather of Brown-Eyed Soul,” will present the afternoon keynote address.
Washington Monthly has listed CSUSB at No. 4 in the nation on its Best Four-year Hispanic Serving Colleges list, No. 10 in the West in the Best Bang for the Buck category and No. 11 in the Best All Schools category.
Cal State San Bernardino will host a variety of events and activities for Hispanic Heritage Month, with the ALFSS Bienvenida Opening Ceremony taking place on Sept. 16.
"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.
Early-bird registration is now open for "Telling Our Stories – Our Way, Our Voice: Latino Representation in the Arts, Media and Education,” set for Oct. 3 at Cal State San Bernardino’s Santos Manuel Student Union South. Registration is free.
The College of Natural Sciences hosted a talk with Dr. Dustin Willis, an accomplished physical therapist, shared his journey to becoming an influential figure in sports medicine and the values that guide his career in an engaging session.