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Spring 2023

Going Far

Together

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Contents


  • Message from the President
  • Featured Stories
  • Spotlight
  • Campus News
  • Faculty
  • Toro Athletics
  • Philanthropy
  • Alumni Profile
  • Class Notes

Message from the President

Dr. Thomas Parham shares his excitement and enthusiasm for a new year at CSUDH.

Featured Stories


Associated Students, Inc. President Obioha “Obi” Ogbonna seated, looking thoughtful.

Building Community

CSUDH Associated Students, Inc. President Obioha “Obi” Ogbonna speaks on his goals, challenges, and accomplishments.

Dean Kim standing proudly in front of Welch Hall.

A Healthy Outlook

Dean Mi-Sook Kim of the College of Health, Human Services and Nursing sees greatness ahead.

Local Impact

From coast to coast, Toros from the College of Health, Human Services and Nursing are improving the health of their communities.

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DH Fashion

Student fashion has transformed from bell bottoms and turtlenecks to skinny jeans and Doc Martens…and beyond.

Spotlight


A History of Service

For over five decades, CSUDH has provided health-related courses that directly impact the community.

Burgundy and gold-tinted photo of a crowd of people.

Going Far Together

CSUDH launches new strategic plan focused on social justice and equity.

Campus News


Amalia in front of archival documents and file cabinets.

CSUDH Archivist Selected as Cultural Heritage Fellow

Amalia Medina Castañeda was selected as one of 15 fellows for 2022-24.

Sprout on stack of quarters.

2022 Grants

CSUDH was awarded millions in grants during 2022, which will fund outreach efforts, new equipment, research studies, and more.

Dr. Cornel West, CSUDH President Thomas Parham, and CSUDH ASI President Obioha Ogbonna.

CSUDH Hosts Inaugural Juneteenth Symposium

The campus welcomed an impressive array of experts, activists, and scholars for the inaugural CSU symposium.

Bobbie Porter looking through window.

Dr. Bobbie Porter Named CSUDH’s First VP and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

CSUDH names Dr. Bobbie Porter its first vice president and chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer.

College corp event

Californians for All College Corps Kicks Off 

CSUDH named one of 45 California universities to take part in new college statewide college service program.

Building windows reflecting the clouds in a blue sky.

CEIE Renamed College of Continuing and Professional Education

The former College of Extended and International Education has a new name and strategic focus.

Vintage photo of Filipino American families

CSUDH Launches New Filipino American Digital Archive

In March 2022, the CSUDH Gerth Archives launched the new archive to preserve the history of the local Filipino community.

Students with news anchor at Telemundo.

ACEJMC Accreditation

The CSUDH journalism program earned a six-year accreditation from the education association.

Architect rendering of proposed Health and Wellness Center.

Students Approve New Health, Wellness, And Recreation Center

CSUDH students vote to fund a new on-campus Health, Wellness, and Recreation Center.

Returning student listening to someone speak.

Once a Toro, Always a Toro

New Campaign invites non-degreed students to return.

Faculty


Faculty in round lecture hall.

Faculty News & Publications

New faculty projects released for 2022.

Dr. Horace Crogman riding a longboard on the East Walkway

Bringing a Sense of Play to Physics

Dr. Horace Crogman wants to transform traditional pedagogies and make learning physics fun again.

Celebrate

Cheer

Connect

Charge On

Feb 13 – 18

Homecoming Week

Toro Athletics


Four players of softball team holding equipment.

A Season to Remember

Toro softball’s incredible post-season run provided plenty of memorable moments.

Eric McCurdy in CSUDH hooded sweatshirt.

Eric McCurdy: AVP/Director of Athletics

New associate vice president/athletic director brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the university.

Philanthropy


Students looking through microscopes in lab.

$3 Million Grant for Professional Pathways Program

New funds will help establish a Health Professionals Pathway Program in the College of Health, Human Services and Nursing.

Congresswoman Barragan holding giant check with students.

Nursing, OT Skills Labs Receive Federal Appropriations for Upgrades

CSUDH received $700,000 for much-needed upgrades to CHHSN facilities, including new equipment and supplies.

Students demonstrating a computer science activity designed for children.

CSUDH Launches Snap Inc. Institute for Technology and Education

Successful business school graduate sets his sights on helping the next generation of Toros thrive.

Alumni Profile


Rex Richardson at Long Beach intersection.

Rex Richardson Represents

The Toro alum and new Long Beach mayor gives a voice to the voiceless.

Class Notes


Class Notes – Spring 2023

The latest news and successes of Toro alumni.

If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

– Anonymous

Published by University Communications & Marketing

President

Thomas A. Parham, PhD

    Associate Vice President of University Communications & Marketing

    Myla Edmond

      Director of University Communications & Public Affairs

      Amy Bentley-Smith

        Editor

        Nick Bulum

          Graphic Designers

          Hillary Griffin
          Kevin Narvaez
          Shin Mi Pak

            Contributing Writers

            Philip Bader
            Nick Bulum
            Lilly McKibbin

              Photographer

              Matt Brown

                Videographer

                Nathan Brown

                  Web Content Strategist

                  Romel Edmond

                    Social Media Coordinator

                    Isabel Casillas

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