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An article about the launch of a youth orchestra by the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra mentioned the roles played by Lucy Lewis (music) and Nicholas Bratcher (former music faculty member) in the formation of the new musical program, and David Yaghoubian (history) was interviewed about the August 1953 coup in Iran.
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Alicia Gutierrez-Romine (history) was one of the authors of a new book, “Roe v. Wade: 50 Years After.”
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Marc Robinson (history) participated in a professional development retreat organized and led by Black Male Educators Talk, Barbara Sirotnik (information and decision sciences) was named 2024 Outstanding Educator by the inland chapter of the American Society of Public Administration, Stuart Sumida (biology) discussed the problem of selling fossils to private collectors, and Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) was interviewed by various news media on topics related to extremism.
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Michael Chavez (Gabrielino-Tongva) ’19, ’22 returns to his alma mater as the university’s new Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) program manager.
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Meredith Conroy (political science) discussed on a 538 podcast what polls say about white Democrats’ views on racial disparities, Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) shared some lighter fare outside of his studies of hate and extremism, Ethel Mickey (sociology) co-authored a study examining how people color, and women of color particularly, perceived how they are welcomed in the academy.
![CSUSB alumna Abi Carter performed at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert on July 27. Her concert, “No Amount of Dark,” showcased Carter’s undeniable musical talent and featured her singles, in addition to covers of well-known country, rock and pop songs.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/2024/BANNER_Abi%20Carter%20Concert.jpg.webp?itok=AbZ0qe3U)
Alumna Abi Carter, ’23 captivated the Acricure Arena audience on July 27 with a concert aptly named “No Amount of Dark.” It showcased Carter's diverse musical talent, ranging from country songs to soulful ballads and included a performance featuring her newly released single, “Peppermint Sky.”
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Cal State San Bernardino continues to accept undergraduate applications from first-time and upper-division transfer students for spring 2025. The application deadline has been extended to Sept. 20.
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Cal State San Bernardino continues to accept spring applications from first-time and upper-division transfer students for two undergraduate programs: psychology and criminal justice. The application deadline has been extended to Sept. 20.
![CSUSB’s 2024-25 Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars are (from left) Benjamin Roath, Evy Zermeno, Gary Williams and Erick Herrera.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/2024/NewsSlide_Sally%20Casanova%20Pre-Doc%20Scholars%202024.jpg.webp?itok=ioDE5iMm)
The program, which is awarded to juniors, seniors and graduate students, provides financial assistance for those interested in exploring and preparing for a doctoral program.