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University Hall, Faculty in the News
October 23, 2026

The work of poet B.H. Fairchild (English, emeritus) was the subject of a column; Katy Wimberly (physics and astronomy) gave a presentation at Crafton Hills College; Stuart Sumida (biology) spoke against private ownership of dinosaur fossils; and Timothy Ortiz (nursing) authored a study with a team of researchers that examined lung cancer risk in the Pakistani population.

The Cal State San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra opened its 2026-27 season in the new Performing Arts Center on Oct. 22.
October 23, 2026

The CSUSB Symphony Orchestra welcomed the fall season with an Oct. 22 concert in the university’s new Performing Arts Center, featuring student musicians, guest conductor Susan Barnes and soloists Edgar Melendez and Lucy Lewis.

Tyra Webb
October 22, 2026

Selected as one of just 50 interns from thousands of applicants nationwide, CSUSB graduate Tyra Webb gained hands-on experience in Hollywood through the Television Academy Foundation's highly competitive internship program. Faculty mentorship, career resources and hands-on experiences at CSUSB helped prepare her for this opportunity, giving her the skills and confidence to pursue a career in Hollywood.

Once a CSUSB student searching for his own artistic direction, Luis Rodriguez now helps students discover theirs. Through teaching, mentorship and his work as a practicing artist and curator, Rodriguez is passing forward the encouragement that helped shape his own journey.
October 15, 2026

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.

Illustration of people of various disabilities, genders and ethnicities against a rainbow background.
October 15, 2026

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.

"The Class" graphic
October 13, 2026

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.

Anthony Tallent
October 6, 2026

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.

Coyote for Life wall on the CSUSB campus
October 1, 2026

Whether prospective students want to begin classes in January or August, Cal State San Bernardino is accepting applications for both spring and fall 2027. The spring application deadline has been extended to Oct. 15 for first-time freshmen and transfer students, while fall applications are now open for submission.

Held Sept. 12 at Cal State San Bernardino, RAFFMA Community Day marked the museum’s fall opening and 30th anniversary.
September 14, 2026

At the Sept. 12 event, visitors explored two exhibitions – “Gathered Here,” honoring the people who shaped RAFFMA, and “To See Through,” curated by CSUSB professor and glass artist Katherine Gray, examining how light, materials and perception influence what we see. Together, the exhibitions enriched the museum’s 30th-anniversary celebration by reflecting on its history while introducing visitors to new artistic perspectives.