California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) President Thomas A. Parham has been selected to serve on the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). His three-year term on the board of commissioners began on July 1, 2021. “I am honored by the WSCUC’s vote of confidence and am delighted to serve,” said Parham. “I look forward to assisting my colleagues in their important work, maintaining the quality, integrity, and equity of colleges and universities throughout the nation and world.” The WSCUC is an institutional accrediting agency that works with a diverse membership of public and private higher education institutions ... Read More
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Sony Music Group Grant Supports New Male Success Alliance Programs
(Carson, Ca.) California State University, Dominguez Hills’ (CSUDH) Male Success Alliance (MSA) has received funding from the Sony Music Group to help support MSA members, and to develop new programs for male students of color at partner K-12 schools in South Los Angeles and the South Bay. With the Sony Music Group funding, 20 MSA members will receive a stipend through the MSA Scholarship Program, which requires scholars to actively participate and volunteer in its many programs and outreach efforts. The Sony donation will also allow the alliance to develop a semester-long introductory seminar focused on racial justice and equity, as well as college success and retention. “It is an ... Read More
Maria Avila Receives Fulbright Specialist Award to Teach in Colombia
(Carson, Ca.) Maria Avila, associate professor of Social Work at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), has received a Fulbright Specialist Program award to teach pedagogical skills at the Universidad Francisco de Paula Santander in Cúcuta, Colombia. Her three-week appointment begins May 31. Fulbright Specialist award recipients are selected based on their academic and professional achievement, leadership in their field, and their potential to foster long-term cooperation between institutions in the U.S. and abroad. Avila began teaching at CSUDH in 2014 in the Department of Social Work. Her research focuses on creating change in and outside of higher education through ... Read More
CSUDH Musical Comedy ‘Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play’ Livestreams May 6-8
(Carson, CA.) California State University, Dominguez Hills’ (CSUDH) Department of Theatre and Dance will present its production of the musical comedy “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play.” The livestream will take place May 6, 7, and 8 at 7 p.m. in the University Theatre. Written by Anne Washburn, with music by Michael Friedman and lyrics by Anne Washburn, “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play,” tells the story of a group of post-apocalyptic survivors recalling and retelling "Cape Feare,” an episode of the television show “The Simpsons.” The livestream of “Mr. Burns, A Post-Electric Play” takes place May 6, 7, and 8 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per performance. To reserve a ticket, visit ... Read More
Report Highlights CSUDH’s Contribution to State and Local Economy
(Carson, Ca.) A recent economic impact study shows that California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) significantly contributes to the state’s economy, resulting in a $8.45 return on investment (ROI) for every dollar the state annually invests in the campus. The comprehensive study illustrates the broad impact of the entire CSU system and its campuses, from direct earnings and spending of faculty, staff and students, to alumni earnings that can be attributed to their degree. Overall, the CSU system generates $26.9 billion in industry activity, $10.3 billion in labor income, $1.6 billion in state and local tax revenue, and $209,400 jobs. The direct economic impacts attributed to ... Read More
