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CAMPUSWIDE NEWS
Student Higlights: May 2013
In this section we recognize the honors and activities that our students accomplish outside the classroom. College of Arts and Humanities Amy Blair and Laura Murphy, students majoring in negotiation, conflict resolution and peacebuilding, developed a folk dance and yoga class as a way of teaching conflict resolution skills to middle school students at the Watts United Youth Peacebuilders Project. Laura chronicles the project in her blog. College of … More
Class of 2013: Just the Beginning
For thousands of Toros, the end of the spring 2013 semester marked the completion of their degree from CSU Dominguez Hills. Many will now enter the workforce for the first time, or seek to change their careers thanks to their newly minted degrees. For still others, the academic road continues. Below is a listing of students who have been accepted into post graduate programs throughout the state, country, and world. The list reflects their choice at time of … More
Faculty Highlights: May 2013
Our faculty members participate in conferences around the world, conduct groundbreaking research, and publish books and journal papers that contribute to their field and highlight their expertise. We feature those accomplishments in this section. College of Arts and Humanities Nancy Cheever, chair and associate professor of communication co-wrote with Mark Carrier, chair and professor of psychology, Larry Rosen, professor of psychology, “Facebook and Texting … More
EVENTS ON CAMPUS
Male Success Alliance Summit Working to Reverse Statistics among Young Men of Color
African American and Hispanic boys and men experience a higher risk of incarceration, a persistent disparity in academic achievement, an increased likelihood of being unemployed, and a higher rate of death than their white counterparts. Committed to changing these statistics, California State University, Dominguez Hills' Male Success Alliance (MSA), in partnership with Inglewood-based nonprofit Social Justice Learning Institute (SJLI), will host the Fourth Annual Male … More
Spring Dance Concert “Action/Reaction” Showcases Eclectic Works
Come along a choreographic journey that will make you move in your seat. Students from the dance program at California State University, Dominguez Hills will perform during the spring dance concert, “Action/Reaction,” on May 3 and 4 at 8 p.m. in the University Theatre. Through a collage of works in eclectic dance styles, more than 60 student dancers from CSU Dominguez Hills and members of the Extreme Dance Team from Marymount College and Harbor College will … More
Pat Eliet Memorial Lecture Features Echo Park Author Brando Skyhorse
Award-winning author Brando Skyhorse will discuss his debut book, “The Madonnas of Echo Park,” during the annual Pat Eliet Memorial Lecture at California State University, Dominguez Hills, on May 2 at 7 p.m. in Claudia Hampton Hall in Welch Hall. “As an author who is at the start of his career as a novelist, he can interact directly with students and novice authors, to de-mystify the process of becoming a published writer,” said associate professor of English … More
ARTS AND HUMANITIES
David C. Turner III: 2013 Presidential Outstanding Student
David C. Turner, III, a senior Africana studies major was honored with a 2013 Presidential Outstanding Student Award for his extensive research, presentation, and lecture experience, as well as the … More
Chardae Jenkins: 2013 Presidential Outstanding Student
Senior communications major Chardae Jenkins was recognized with a 2013 Presidential Outstanding Student Award for her leadership role as a former vice president of Associated Students, Incorporated … More
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Jessica Mahinda: 2013 Presidential Outstanding Student
Jessica Mahinda, a master's entry-level professional nursing (MEPN) student, was recognized with a 2013 Presidential Outstanding Student Award at CSU Dominguez Hills for her 4.01 GPA and her focus on … More
Nop Ratanasiripong: A Career Dedicated to Research, Teaching, and Caring
“One day I walked into the gynecology ward. There was a row of patients with cancer. I approached a lady, she was about to die. I helped her turn from one side to the other side. She looked at me … More
EDUCATION
Transition to Teaching: New Grant Will Prepare STEM Teachers in Rural Communities
For the last 12 years, Kamal Hamdan has had a track record of success in acquiring federal funding for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) teacher preparation programs at California State … [Read More...]
Contemporary Concerns and Technology Examined at Student Research Day
By Ryan Traylor and Joanie Harmon The 6th Annual Student Research Day (SRD) at California State University, Dominguez Hills showcased the work of undergraduate and graduate students. On Feb. 24, … [Read More...]
FACULTY NEWS
Nop Ratanasiripong: A Career Dedicated to Research, Teaching, and Caring
“One day I walked into the gynecology ward. There was a row of patients with cancer. I approached a lady, she was about to die. I helped her turn from one side to the other side. She looked at me … More
Faculty Development Symposium Centered on High-impact Practices
More than 50 faculty members and a dozen administrators from California State University, Dominguez Hills gathered for a half-day symposium centered on high-impact practices aimed at student success … More
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Sam Enriquez: Above the Fold at the Wall Street Journal
Sam Enriquez (Class of '85, B.S., economics) is featured as a CSU Dominguez Hills alumnus in the CSU Working for California campaign. His list of accomplishments are highlighted on the CSU … More
Claudia Rodriguez: Becoming a Lawyer Takes Elbow Grease
Visiting from Mexico at 18, Claudia Rodriguez only meant to stay in California for one summer. Instead, without means to return, she remained in America, went to college, and became a … More
NATURAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
CSU Dominguez Hills Appoints Dean of College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
California State University, Dominguez Hills announces the appointment of Dr. Rodrick Hay as dean of the College of Natural and Behavioral Sciences (CNBS), effective July 1. Hay came to CSU … More
Matt Mutchler Earns Excellence in Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity Award
For his continuous and meaningful collaboration with students, large body of original research, scholarly publications, and grants acquisition, Matt Mutchler, associate professor of sociology and … More
EXTENDED & INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
Gilman Scholarship Give CSU Dominguez Hills Students Chance to Study Abroad
This year, Kristina (Kris) Hale and Carlos Giron are expanding their world view, literally. The juniors from California State University, Dominguez Hills have been named 2012-13 recipients of the … More
University’s OSHA Training Center Awarded Exclusive Contract
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training Institute Education Center (TIEC) at California State University, Dominguez Hills has recently been awarded a sole source contract … More
