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Hispanic Heritage Month

LEAD Summit XIV graphic
September 29, 2025

The summit theme and program highlights the urgency and impact of authentic Latino representation. Free and open to the public, LEAD Summit XIV will take place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 3 at the Santos Manuel Student Union South Events Center at CSUSB.

Henry “HEN GEE” Garcia, an American rapper, producer and cultural advocate, and Willie Garcia, better known as “Little Willie G” and the “Godfather of Brown-Eyed Soul,” will be the keynote speakers for this year’s LEAD Summit XIV.
September 15, 2025

Henry “HEN GEE” Garcia, an American rapper, producer and cultural advocate, will be the featured morning speaker, and Willie Garcia, better known as “Little Willie G” and the “Godfather of Brown-Eyed Soul,” will present the afternoon keynote address. 

Graduates celebrate at the 2025 Latinx Graduate Recognition Ceremony.
September 12, 2025

Washington Monthly has listed CSUSB at No. 4 in the nation on its Best Four-year Hispanic Serving Colleges list, No. 10 in the West in the Best Bang for the Buck category and No. 11 in the Best All Schools category.

Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
September 15, 2025

Cal State San Bernardino will host a variety of events and activities for Hispanic Heritage Month, with the ALFSS Bienvenida Opening Ceremony taking place on Sept. 16.

Singer José Feliciano (left) and artist Ignacio Gómez are the Padrinos de Honor for LEAD Summit XIV.
August 25, 2025

"Singer José Feliciano and artist Ignacio Gómez are more than honorees; they are cultural trailblazers and mentors whose artistry, advocacy, and unwavering commitment have empowered generations,” said Enrique Murillo, Jr., LEAD executive director.

LEAD Summit XIV graphic
August 14, 2025

Early-bird registration is now open for "Telling Our Stories – Our Way, Our Voice: Latino Representation in the Arts, Media and Education,” set for Oct. 3 at Cal State San Bernardino’s Santos Manuel Student Union South. Registration is free.

Dr. Dustin Willis, front center, discussed his career path and the importance of staying true to oneself during his talk at CSUSB.
November 26, 2024

The College of Natural Sciences hosted a talk with Dr. Dustin Willis, an accomplished physical therapist, shared his journey to becoming an influential figure in sports medicine and the values that guide his career in an engaging session.

From left, CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales, Upward Bound Director Dalia Hernandez, CSUSB Undocumented Student Success Center Director Jairo Leon, and CSUSB Vice President of Student Affairs Paz Olivérez.
October 18, 2024

In being named to Excelencia’s Baccalaureate Level category for its 2024 Examples of Excelencia recognition, Upward Bound was recognized as one of the programs that demonstrated an intentional and aligned approach in supporting Latino and other post-traditional students academically, financially and socially. 

Debora Perez Torres, professor and researcher in Communication and Media Studies
October 15, 2024

Debora Perez Torres, a communication and media studies professor, believes different lived experiences and environments are an asset to student education. By creating a safe environment for expression, Torres’ students feel empowered to celebrate who they are as individuals.