CSUDH extends a heartfelt congratulations to the more than 4,400 graduates in our Class of 2024! Recognizing that no one navigates higher education alone, we thank family and friends, faculty and fellow students, the baristas and delivery drivers, all those who supported you throughout your educational journey. We can't wait to see what your next steps will be! https://youtu.be/Ew1ss7Ty72M ... Read More
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Staff Spotlight: Teddy the Toro
Teddy the Toro has been high-stepping across campus for over two decades, spreading Toro spirit and encouragement at just about every event that takes place at CSUDH. A typical day for the “#1 Mascot in California” starts off with a quick check of their Instagram messages, followed by “meeting with campus squirrels for the latest updates.” The rest of their day is spent walking around campus, “checking in with my Toros,” according to Teddy. For Teddy, the best part of the job is “bringing laughter, joy, hope, and spirit to everyone.” The self-proclaimed “most likable figure on campus,” Teddy's proudest moments have been representing CSUDH at national mascot competitions in 2019 and 2020–the ... Read More
Hit Netflix Comedy “Space Force” Showcases CSUDH Campus
Netflix's satirical comedy “Space Force” has been one of the streaming service's most popular shows since its May 29 debut - and millions of viewers are getting a great look at the CSUDH campus every time they tune in. Much of the show takes place on the newly-formed U.S. Space Force's sprawling base, which the CSUDH campus doubles for in many of the exterior shots. When General Mark Naird, played by Steve Carell, races between buildings or John Malkovich's character Dr. Adrian Mallory strides out of his science office, that's CSUDH in the background. Filming took place during the summer and fall of 2019, with the University Library, west walkway, and University Theatre as the main ... Read More
Art Professor Devon Tsuno Leads Community Network in Creating, Distributing Face Shields
As the spread of COVID-19 accelerated during the early stages of the pandemic in the U.S., assistant professor of art and design Devon Tsuno became increasingly worried about his wife, Rieko Takamatsu, a nurse treating patients in a Los Angeles hospital that had begun rationing its short supply of personal protective equipment (PPE). Tsuno wanted to do something to help his wife but wasn't sure what. In a conversation with Cypress College art professor Ed Giardina on how two artists could have an impact, they decided to create and 3D-print their own medical face shields. They suspected others would be willing to help and began reaching out to friends and colleagues, primarily within the ... Read More
