Our faculty members participate in conferences around the world, conduct groundbreaking research, and publish books and journal papers that contribute to their field and highlight their expertise. College of Arts and Humanities Salim Faraji, associate professor of Africana studies, attended the 13th annual International Conference for Nubian Studies and presented a paper based on his 2012 book, The Roots of Nubian Christianity Uncovered: The Triumph of the Last Pharaoh. Faraji is the only Africana studies scholar in the U.S. who is a member of the International Society for Nubian Studies. Faraji also presented this last summer at the 16th annual St. Shenouda- UCLA Conference of ... Read More
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College of Business Tests Google Glass in Academic Setting
As its faculty and students literally gaze into the future, California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) will be among the first universities in the nation testing Google Glass as a wearable technology that may enhance student learning. The university will be the first in the U.S. to test the device on a large scale in an academic setting. David Zakariaie, founder and CEO of Glassic, a company that creates industry-specific platforms for Google Glass, met with College of Business Administration and Public Policy (CBAPP) Dean Joseph Wen and faculty chairs on Sept. 11 to demonstrate Google Glass, field questions about the technology, and discuss classroom applications. The ... Read More
Art and Design Department Guest Lecture: L.A. Designer Stefan Bucher
The Art and Design Department at California State University, Dominguez Hills welcomes Stefan G. Bucher, a prominent Los Angeles-based graphic designer, motion graphics artist, illustrator and author for a guest lecture at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 30, in the University Art Gallery. Bucher has created designs for David Hockney, Sting, time-lapse drawings for PBS's “The Electric Company” and typography for such television shows as “The Fall,” “Immortals” and “Mirror Mirror.” He is also the creator of the popular online animation series, Daily Monster. During the free and public lecture, Bucher will discuss his creative process in designing his motion graphics and will create a demo ... Read More
Convocation: Poised for Growth, CSUDH Looks to the Future
With his sights on the future, California State University, Dominguez Hills' (CSUDH) President Willie J. Hagan told the more than 250 faculty, staff and students who attended the 2014 Fall Convocation that the state of the university is strong and poised to achieve its full potential. Just one month into the fall semester, Hagan has enjoyed meeting new faculty and staff, a large number of the 4,200 new students on campus, including approximately 1,100 freshmen during the university's first Freshman Convocation, and some of the 770 new graduate students. “You've all joined a great family. I learned that myself when I arrived here 27 months ago. You represent the constant growth and ... Read More
Gus Martin’s New Book: ‘Understanding Homeland Security’
Offering valuable insight into the complexities of protecting the nation from both external and internal threats, C. Augustus (Gus) Martin's textbook Understanding Homeland Security (Sage Publishing, June 2014) provides students and professionals a straightforward, modern-era exploration of this dynamic topic. With Martin's ease-of-navigation writing style and knowledge in the field, his book provides “fundamental expertise” and stimulates critical thinking while delving extensively into emergency management, terrorism, criminal intelligence, armed conflict, social environments and other areas. Martin began teaching at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) in 2001 as an ... Read More
Alumna Chardae Jenkins Taps Her ‘Moxy’ to Excel in PR
In a famous quote it is said that in life “10 percent is what happens to you, and 90 percent is how you respond to it.” When it comes to California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) alumna Chardae Jenkins (Class of '13, B.A., communications) who follows this belief, one gets the impression that in terms of living a rich and rewarding life–no matter how it's broken down–she has always been all in. “I have shiny ball syndrome. When I'm not busy I'm going to get into something. I'm like, 'I want this opportunity, I want that one,' but now that I have a steady job, I have something I love doing very much to focus on,” said the 24-year-old who grew up in San Diego and ... Read More
First Freshman Convocation Welcomes Students, Builds Toro Pride
Addressing the importance of getting involved on campus and strategically navigating their academic careers, CSU Dominguez Hills' deans, administrators, alumni and special guests joined President Willie J. Hagan during the university's first Freshman Convocation on Sept. 5 to officially welcome the Freshman Class of 2014. Approximately 1,000 of the university's first-year freshmen filled the bleachers of the StubHub Center Tennis Stadium, the same location where with time, dedication and support from the university they will cross the stage to accept their diplomas. To give a flavor of commencement day, the platform party marched to the stage in full academic regalia while Pomp and ... Read More
Introducing: New Tenure/Tenure-Track Faculty 2014
California State University, Dominguez Hills welcomed 18 faculty members appointed to full-time tenure/tenure-track positions for fall 2014. While some are familiar faces, having previously taught part-time on campus, the majority are new. Join Dateline Dominguez in congratulating them on their new appointments and welcoming them to the Toro Family! College of Arts and Humanities Brant Burkey, Assistant Professor, Communications Academic Background: Ph.D., media studies, University of Oregon M.S., communication studies, University of Oregon B.A., communication studies, Sonoma State University Academic Focus: New media, online cultural production, networked social ... Read More
CSUDH Accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
California State University, Dominguez Hills President, Associated Students Inc., President Chris Fernandez, and ASI Board of Directors Lily Yang, Jessica Rodriguez and Oliver Baquiax were called out by former ASI President Gavin Centeno to take the Ice Bucket Challenge. In honor of all the families that are affected by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (commonly known as ALS), especially those who are part of the CSUDH family, they accepted the challenge and made a donation to the ALS Association. In the video, president Hagan challenged Leroy Morishita, president of CSU East Bay, who as it turned out took the challenge the day before. Click on image below to view ... Read More
University Cuts Ribbon on New Toro Student Computer Lab
Surrounded by ample new computers, work stations and “comfy chairs,” CSU Dominguez Hills President Willie J. Hagan, Provost Ellen Junn, Vice President for Information Technology Chris Manriquez, and others were on hand Sept. 2 for the ribbon cutting ceremony that officially opened the new Toro Student Computer Lab in the University Library. “The Division of Information Technology (IT) is pleased to open the new virtualized Toro Student Computing Lab,” said Manriquez during the ribbon cutting ceremony. “This collaborative effort of the University Library, IT, Academic Affairs, and Physical Plant is the latest technology service for students that both supports and enhances their ... Read More
