![The film screening included a panel discussion with film director Tarek Albaba and Ahlam Mutaseb, professor of media studies, as well as co-producer and lead researcher for the film.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/2024/BANNER_36-seconds.jpg.webp?itok=ebX2A0yb)
The documentary, “36 Seconds: Portrait of a Hate Crime,” shines a light on the tragic 2015 murder of three young Muslim-Americans in Chapel Hill, N.C. Filmmaker Tarek Albaba and co-producer and lead researcher Ahlam Mutaseb discussed the importance of the film during a panel discussion after the screening.
![Mahbuba Hammad, full-time lecturer in the Department of World Languages and Literatures, presented at the opening ceremony.](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/2024/BANNER_AAHM-Opening-Ceremony.jpg.webp?itok=aCPsDvwg)
The opening ceremony, which took place on April 9, featured a self-guided tour of the Ancient Egyptian Exhibit at RAFFMA and a presentation about prominent Arab Americans and their contributions.
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Cal State San Bernardino commemorates Arab American Heritage Month with events scheduled throughout April and early May.
![Mahbuba Hammad, full-time lecturer in the Department of World Languages and Literatures](/sites/default/files/styles/medium/public/upload/image/Mahbuba-Hammad_Slide.jpg.webp?itok=ZD7AMbQu)
California has officially recognized April as Arab American Heritage Month, thanks to the help of Mahbuba Hammad, Cal State San Bernardino full-time lecturer in the world languages and literatures department.
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Ten CSUSB alumni were honored at Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes’ (D-San Bernardino) 30 Under 30 Award Ceremony & Art Showcase, which recognizes 30 individuals under the age of 30 who exemplify dedication, innovation and service in the community.