LAEDC to Honor CSUN for Its Leadership, Contributions to Los Angeles

CSUN will be recognized next month by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) with a 2015 Eddy Award. The award honors those who have played leading roles in the development of the county’s economy and in the creation of well-paying jobs for its residents.

Volunteers Celebrated at Annual Event

Alumnus David Malone and former psychology professor Richard Smith received the highest honors at CSUN’s 14th annual Volunteer Service Awards. In all, 37 people were recognized for their respective contributions to the overall success of the university.

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CSUN Experiences Significant Rise in Alumni Giving

Donations to CSUN have seen a steady rise, thanks to a dramatic increase in the number of alumni donations. CSUN closed fiscal year 2014-15 by receiving more than $19.5 million in gifts, which is an 82 percent jump from five years ago. This shows that Matadors are answering the call to help their alma mater meet the academic and technological needs of an expanding student population.

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Upcoming Events

Men’s Soccer vs. UC Riverside

Wed, Oct. 28, 7 p.m.
Cheer on your Matadors and support the 2015 senior class as they play in the season’s final home game.

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Annual Dia de Muertos Celebration

Oct. 29-31
Join the Department of Chicana/o Studies for celebrations that begin with a night of remembrance, reflection and a viewing of the alters/ofrendas. It continues with live music, food, art vendors and face painting for children.

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The Harlem Quartet at VPAC

Thu., Nov. 5, 8 p.m.
Praised for bringing a new attitude to classical music, the quartet’s mission is to advance diversity in classical music, engaging young and new audiences through the discovery and presentation of a varied repertoire that includes works by minority composers.

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CHIME Marks 25 Years of Providing an Inclusive Education, Oct. 30

Over the past 25 years, the CHIME Institute has grown into a nationally recognized program that includes an early childhood education component, a public charter K-8 school, as well as a research and teaching demonstration center. It has been hailed by educators around the world as a model for inclusive education.

CSUN Celebrates the 46th Anniversary of the Africana Studies Department, Nov. 2-6

CSUN’s Department of Africana Studies will celebrate its 46th anniversary next month with a series of events, including a discussion led by the Rev. Zedar Broadous, former head of the San Fernando Valley Branch of the NAACP and member of one of the most prominent African-American families in the San Fernando Valley.

Entertainment Industry Panel — Behind the Scenes, Nov. 3

Join the discussion and gain access to a diverse perspective of all functional business areas within the industry including creative development, music, production and writing.

Alumnus to Sing National Anthem at Fall Classic

Game 1 of the World Series may be in Kansas City, but there will definitely be Northridge representation as the Royals and Mets are set to start battle when CSUN Alumnus Andy Grammer sings the national anthem before the game, which takes place at 5 p.m. on Oct. 27.

LAEDC to Honor CSUN for Its Leadership, Contributions to Los Angeles

Volunteers Celebrated at Annual Event

CSUN Experiences Significant Rise in Alumni Giving

Upcoming Events

Men’s Soccer vs. UC Riverside

Annual Dia de Muertos Celebration

The Harlem Quartet at VPAC

Focus on Alumni & Community

CHIME Marks 25 Years of Providing an Inclusive Education, Oct. 30

CSUN Celebrates the 46th Anniversary of the Africana Studies Department, Nov. 2-6

Entertainment Industry Panel — Behind the Scenes, Nov. 3

Alumnus to Sing National Anthem at Fall Classic

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