Student Research Leads to New Discoveries
Searching for a cure from a parasite, utilizing stem cells to revive endangered species, exposing voter skepticisms and reducing exercise workout times without compromising results are among the top ten research and creative projects presented by CSUSM students at the 2013 Symposium on Student Research, Creative Activities and Innovation. The ten student finalists will now advance and represent the University at the 27th annual CSU Student Research Competition, held this year at Cal Poly Pomona on May 10-11. [Read More...]
$550K Gift Establishes Alliance to Improve K-12 Education
Despite 20 years of education reform, only about one-third of U.S. students are proficient in reading and math, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress. To help close achievement gaps and improve K-12 student learning, the Price Family Charitable Foundation announced that it will award a $555,000 three-year grant to CSUSM to establish "The Alliance to Accelerate Excellence in Education." [Read More...]
President Haynes Honored for Contributions to Women in Higher Education
For her exemplary contributions to women in higher education, the American Council on Education (ACE) honored CSUSM President Karen Haynes with the 2013 Donna Shavlik Award. Presented annually, the award honors an individual whose leadership demonstrates a sustained commitment to advancing women in higher education, through leadership and career development, campus climate and mentoring. [Read More...]
Transcending Gangs: Book Share Insights on Latina Gangsters
In her new book, Dr. Liliana Castañeda Rossmann, professor of communication at CSUSM, shares insights into the little studied world of Latina gang members. In "Transcending Gangs," published by Hampton Press, she asks how gang involved or impacted girls can manage to break free from the grip of gangs. [Read More...]
Arts & Lectures Calls for Proposals
Committed to bringing diverse, eye-opening and informative events to campus, the Arts & Lectures series invites students, faculty and staff, and the community to propose events, speakers, art exhibits, film screenings or performances for the upcoming 2013-2014 season. [Read More...]
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