There is a reason the departure from the conventional rules of writing and speaking is often referred to as poetic license. As poets try to tell narrative or more personal stories based on the world around them through their prose, rules on writing could hinder their ability to creatively dissect observations, draw from cherished memories, or tap strong emotions attached to painful life experiences. To celebrate poets and their renegade spirit, the Academy of American Poets inaugurated the month of April as National Poetry Month in 1996. Today it is the largest literary celebration in the world. At California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), poetry has a subtle voice, but it ... Read More
Alumni
Alumna Jimmie Thompson to step down from CSU Alumni Council
The California State University (CSU) Alumni Council has honored California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) alumna Jimmie Thompson with a commendation for her tireless leadership in alumni relations and support for the entire 23-campus CSU system. Thompson ('92, B.A., political science; '94, M.A., negotiation and conflict management), an eight-year member of the CSU Alumni Council where she served as secretary from 2011 to 2012 and was as a frequent legislative advocate who met with elected officials in Sacramento to discuss CSU priorities, will step down from the CSU Alumni Council in June 2015. “I am beyond appreciative for the commendation from the CSU. I've always enjoyed ... Read More
Syndicated Political Commentator Earl Ofari Hutchinson Gives Library Talk April 15
Earl Ofari Hutchinson, noted author, political and social commentator and alumnus of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), will give a talk and book signing on his latest book “From King to Obama, Witness to a Turbulent History” at the University Library on Wednesday, April 15, at 6 p.m. The talk is in conjunction with the CSUDH Archives' and Special Collections exhibition “The Font of Black Culture in Los Angeles, the Alfred and Bernice Ligon Aquarian Collection,” which features items from the recent acquisition of books, photographs and documents related to the Aquarian Book Shop, the longest-running black-owned bookstore in Los Angeles and its owners. Hutchinson ... Read More
Alumnus Steffan Tubbs has a nose for news and ‘voice’ for U.S. soldiers, farmers
Armed with only a small recorder as an embedded reporter with a U.S. Army convoy in Taji, Iraq in 2006, California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) alumnus and reporter Steffan Tubbs felt even more vulnerable when his Humvee approached a bridge. The convoy, which was transporting Tubbs and soldiers from the Army's 4th Infantry Division, drove over the bridge without incident; however, it was later discovered that the structure had been wired with an improvised explosive device (IED) when they crossed. “All you can do is wonder, 'Why didn't we hit that?'” said Tubbs (2009, M.A., humanities). Two weeks later, while back home in Colorado, Tubbs' memory of that convoy ... Read More
Alumna Linda DeYampert featured in ‘Made in the CSU’ display
Linda Corsey DeYampert, a California State University, Dominguez Hills alumna and the first African American woman to hold a management position at the National Football League (NFL) Network, has been selected to be featured in the California State University's Made in the CSU poster display in the state capitol. “I'm very surprised when I'm honored for my accomplishments. When you're passionate, believe, serve and value your work in the community–both personally and professionally–it becomes part of your daily routine,” said DeYampert (1999, B.S., business management). “I'm also honored and humbled about the opportunity to have my image placed on the wall in the capitol." DeYampert is ... Read More
