Mar. 16, 2021
Volume 8, Edition 18
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Hispanic-Serving Institutions, Including CSUN, Have National Impact on Student Success

New U.S. Senator Alex Padilla joined a virtual briefing looking at the impact Hispanic-Serving Institutions — including CSUN — have on Latinx/a/o students in California and across the nation, particularly through increased graduation rates. The briefing was a collaboration of CSUN, Excelencia in Education, the CSU and California Community Colleges.

 
 
 
 
 
 

CSUN Stands with Asian American, Pacific Islander Communities Against Violence

As the number of incidents of violence toward Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders spikes in California and around the country, CSUN leaders across campus stepped up to show support and offer a wealth of resources. “To our Asian American and Pacific Islander Matadors: We stand with you,” said CSUN President Erika D. Beck.

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Bonita J. “Bonnie” Campbell addresses a crowd at a podium.

CECS Pioneer Bonnie J. Campbell Influences Women in STEM

Bonita (Bonnie) Campbell’s influence as a woman in STEM is remarkable. At CSUN, she was the first woman to be hired in a tenure-track position and ultimately gain tenure as a full-time engineering professor in what is now the College of Engineering and Computer Science. She was also the founding chair of the Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management.

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Focus on Alumni & Community

 
 
 

Make a Difference by Donating to Student Scholarships

There are just a few days left for CSUN to reach its goal in the Matador Hearts for Matador Minds campaign to raise money for student scholarships through the CSUN Alumni Association. With students’ needs increasing, you can be a difference-maker right now.

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Black Alumni Awards and Scholarship Recognition, March 20

Join the Black Alumni Association for the presentation of the Legacy, Community Service, Social Impact and Shining Star awards while supporting CSUN student winners of the Black Alumni Scholarship.

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Nazarian College Distinguished Speaker Series: The Business of Sustainability, March 24

The Nazarian College presents a panel of visionary CSUN alumni who will share how they built successful and diverse careers in sustainability, and how their work is leading innovation in renewable energy, carbon reduction, and data and technology to achieve decarbonization.

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‘Navigating the New Workplace’ Webinar, March 24

In this webinar, you will learn from a panel of experts who can help you succeed while working remotely.

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