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L.A. County Auditor-Controller and CSUSB alumnus Oscar Valdez joins JHBC Dean’s Advisory Board

CSUSB alumnus and U.S. Army veteran Oscar Valdez, Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller, brings his expertise in public finance and government leadership to the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration’s Dean’s Advisory Board, helping strengthen connections between the college and the professional community.

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Hands-on research helps CSUSB student Luis Gonzalez chart his future

From curiosity to neuroscience, Luis Gonzalez talks about his research journey at CSUSB. The first-generation psychology graduate student has built his academic experience around faculty mentorship, hands-on research, a peer-reviewed publication and award-winning presentations.

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LEAD Summit XV, set for Friday at SMSU South, puts culture in motion

LEAD Summit XV’s featured exhibits will explore education, democracy and social justice through Día de los Muertos exhibits and a new lowrider showcase celebrating Latino culture. The daylong summit, themed “15ñera for Justice: Divina Juventud: From Innocence to Resistance,” is free and open to the public.

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Disability Studies Lecture Series returns Oct. 19

Purdue professor Rua Williams’ opening talk will focus on eugenics, artificial intelligence and disability. Williams is the author of “Disabling Intelligences: Legacies of Eugenics and How We Are Wrong about AI.” The talk is free and open to the public and will take place on Zoom beginning at noon.

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CSUSB to host HR Forum on navigating early careers

The 2026 HR Forum returns to campus in person Nov. 3 at the SMSU South Theater, bringing together human resources professionals to share career insights and advice with students and the community. The event is free and open to the campus community.

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Erik Hollins found their place and their voice at CSUSB

Through Model United Nations, student leadership and the guidance of mentors, Erik Hollins (they/them) discovered strengths at CSUSB that now shape their work as executive director of strategic communications at Cal State LA.

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Award-winning PBS documentary ‘The Class’ comes to CSUSB for free screening and Q&A

The PBS documentary series “The Class” follows six students pursuing their college dreams during the pandemic. Join the free screening on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at CSUSB’s Performing Arts Center, with a reception at 3:30 p.m., screening at 4 p.m. and a Q&A with the cast and filmmakers afterward. The event is open to the public.

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The family values behind an unexpected academic journey

From his upbringing in Spain to an academic career that took him around the world, Tomás Gómez-Arias never imagined becoming a dean. Now leading CSUSB’s Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration, he draws on the values of family and responsibility to guide his leadership and encourage students to embrace opportunities they may never have imagined.

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CSUSB celebrates connection and tradition during Homecoming Week

Another great turnout at CSUSB’s Homecoming Week, held Oct. 5-10. Despite rain and strong winds, CSUSB students, alumni and friends enjoyed the Homecoming Bash and volleyball victory at the culminating festivities on Saturday. 

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CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students gain hands-on experience through City of Palm Desert internships

The program allows students to apply academic knowledge in a professional setting, develop practical skills and gain a broader understanding of how local government serves the community. It also introduces students to the wide range of career opportunities available in the public sector and encourages them to consider public service as they plan for their futures.

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CSUSB students turn to Obershaw DEN food pantry as costs rise

As food prices rise, CSUSB students say campus pantry and CalFresh support help them balance classes, employment, family responsibilities and mounting living expenses. U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar visited campus to see firsthand how vital such resources are for students.

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Inspired by her mother’s journey, Christina Hassija leads with purpose and persistence

Christina Hassija, dean of CSUSB's College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, draws on her family’s immigrant experience and her own path through higher education to help students recognize their potential. “I hope that I inspire students like me, students like my mother, to really pursue their goals,” she said.

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He came for a teaching credential and found a career he never imagined

Transfer student Anthony Tallent discovered CSUSB’s motion capture lab, gaining hands-on experience with Hollywood technology while building an industry-ready portfolio and opening unexpected paths in education, gaming and entertainment.

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From student to mentor: Luis Rodriguez helps CSUSB artists find their voice

CSUSB alumnus and lecturer Luis Rodriguez brings his journey full circle, drawing from his experiences as an artist to mentor students while curating his first group exhibition, “Sueño Eterno,” at College of the Desert.

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Finding a new path at CSUSB

San Bernardino native Derek Redmon returned to school looking for a new path for himself and his daughter. At CSUSB, he found a supportive community, hands-on cybersecurity experience and encouragement to take his education further — ultimately leading him to pursue graduate school.

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Guests in two upcoming Conversations on Race and Policing, from left: Mia Arredondo, Edwin Cruz and Cat Brooks, overlaid on a multi-colored background.

Conversations on Race and Policing to explore impact of violence on communities

Two free Zoom discussions coming up: Mia Arredondo and Edwin Cruz will explore healing after gang violence on Wednesday, Oct. 21, and Cat Brooks will discuss community responses to police violence on Thursday, Oct. 22. Both programs are open to the public.

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October 9, 2026
Ancient Egypt meets Hollywood at CSUSB’s RAFFMA conference March 20

Explore ancient Egypt’s influence on Hollywood at a March 20 conference hosted by CSUSB’s RAFFMA, featuring archaeologists, Egyptologists and scholars.

This fall, CSUSB’s Office of Academic Research and Office of Student Research and Innovation will be offering virtual workshops covering a wide range of topics, including faculty-student research collaboration, grant award administration and the use of artificial intelligence in the research process.
October 7, 2026
CSUSB’s OAR and OSRI announce virtual workshop series

CSUSB’s Office of Academic Research and Office of Student Research and Innovation will offer virtual workshops throughout the fall 2026 semester on topics such as research mentorship, grant planning, responsible research practices and career development for faculty, staff and students across disciplines.

U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar
October 6, 2026
CSUSB receives $4.9 million for childcare, career pathways

Federal grants announced by U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar will help CSUSB student parents pursue degrees and expand STEM and health care opportunities for low-income and rural students.

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