The campus community gathered to gain a fundamental understanding about why pronouns matter in CSUSB Human Resources' collaboration with the Latinx Task Force. They believe that incorporating gender inclusive language into everyday life will help take another step towards equality. The Latinx Task Force is a volunteer-driven coalition working to promote community health and wellness. Presenters at this event included members Jenifer Metz and Mayra Serrano. Metz explained that this presentation was originally developed because their organization wanted to become more educated on these topics. Before attendees learned more about pronouns, they were first presented with the … [Read more...] about CSUSB discusses the relevance of pronouns
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Talent recruiters discuss employment opportunities during COVID-19
The CSU Entertainment Alliance held a virtual event teaching students about how to get hired during this pandemic. Five speakers from the entertainment industry spoke during the event, discussing a variety of topics. When the topic of resumés and cover letters was brought up, Shari Holly, host of the seminar and Director of Operations for CSU, explained that jotting down all the jobs one has can potentially hurt the applicants chances. Holly said, “When you are putting down the list of jobs you had on your resumé, quality vs quantity can do more harm than good." Knowing how to put down certain important information on a resumé was also discussed during the seminar. Karla Merala, a … [Read more...] about Talent recruiters discuss employment opportunities during COVID-19
Riverside County provides jobs for IHSS, but the hiring process can take months
The shortage of In-Home Support Services (IHSS) providers leaves the elderly without the assistance they count on. The program is designed to provide the elderly with support in their own home so they don't have to go to a senior home. Many people applying for an IHSS caregiver position can’t afford to wait long and end up finding a new job. The situation has changed slightly as the speed of Coronavirus spread decreased, but the shortage of caregivers for the elderly remains. “A lot of providers quit because they were scared to get the virus and take it home,” says Vania Perez, an office assistant who works for the County of Riverside in the department of Public … [Read more...] about Riverside County provides jobs for IHSS, but the hiring process can take months
Obershaw DEN continues to provide basic needs to students
CSUSB's Obershaw DEN practices safe ways to remain open and running. Basic Needs Coordinator, Natalie Cleary, explained that students can receive any information they need through the services. “We have seen a decline in student traffic, but we have tried to supplement that with also providing information on community resources,” Cleary said. Safety precautions have been put in place for students who decide to come to campus. The DEN is providing pick-up service only to reduce the risk of exposure. “Prior to COVID-19, you used to be able to come in and select items,” Cleary said. “Now we’re not allowing students to come into the pantry.” The DEN has moved operations outside. … [Read more...] about Obershaw DEN continues to provide basic needs to students
UPD continues to work closely with the campus community
In the aftermath of George Floyd's death, Mike O’Meara of the New York Police Association held a press conference and demanded that the public, legislators, and the press start treating the police with some respect. CSUSB Police Chief Nina Jamsen has a different approach to gaining respect and trust from the CSUSB community. CSUSB, along with the other 22 CSU campus police departments, have publicly denounced police brutality. English major Marlo Brooks, host of Conversations on Race and Policing, says, “We will need more than just a stance on the matter. The future of education should feature more preventative measures to ensure that no future alumnus becomes the next hashtag of unjust … [Read more...] about UPD continues to work closely with the campus community
Housing market hits all time highs, but downturn predicted to come soon
The housing market has been hitting historic highs in sales and historic lows in interest rates, but the increasing prices cannot last long and should be adjusting in the next six months, experts say. The recent events with COVID-19 and the stimulus checks that were given out by the government are one explanation as to why there has not yet been a crash in the housing market, according to real estate experts and faculty members at CSUSB. Although the strong housing market is beneficial, the increased debt from the stimulus checks will have lasting consequences on taxpayers, according to CSUSB faculty member Montgomery Van Wart. Van Wart is a professor of public administration at CSUSB … [Read more...] about Housing market hits all time highs, but downturn predicted to come soon
Real estate agent explains unprecedented real estate market
The real estate market is highly competitive right now due to factors like low interest rates, dwindling inventory, and transactions that had been put on hold because of quarantine, according to real estate agent Misty Myers. Myers began working as a licensed real estate agent in 2014 and now manages a team of seven agents in the Inland Empire. Lately, business has spiked for Myers and her team. She explains the recent developments in the market and the day-to-day business. Q: How has COVID-19 impacted your business? A: When COVID hit, everything was shut down for a week. Then we were deemed essential because people have to be able to buy and sell houses. People are forced … [Read more...] about Real estate agent explains unprecedented real estate market
Maia Pawooskar on autism during the pandemic
In the midst of this pandemic, the autism community faces higher risk for contracting COVID-19, not receiving enough aid, and difficulty reintegrating into society. Maia Pawooskar is a part of the Regional Advisory Committee at State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Consumer Advisory Committee at Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), a Group Leader at Autism Society Inland Empire, and is on the Self-Determination Advisory Committee Chair at State Council on Developmental Disabilities/IRC. Q: How do you think the reintegration into society will be for those with autism? A: It is a tremendous […] difficulty but if we plan, knowing that this is going to happen and we have more … [Read more...] about Maia Pawooskar on autism during the pandemic
Dr. Fenelon of CSUSB rejects the “sweat lodge politics” of non-first people
By YVETTE RELLES-POWELL | Contributing Writer | From spiritual colonization to commodification of indigenous spiritual ceremonies, debates continue in the communities of the Inland Empire. James V. Fenelon, Ph.D., is a professor of Sociology who identifies as a member of the Lakota/Dakota and leads the Center for Indigenous Peoples Studies at CSUSB. As the published author in the areas of American Indian sociopolitical issues, race/ethnic conflicts, and social policies, he shares his perspectives on the issues of indigenous cultures in our communities. Q: Can you expand on the generalizations that are made about Indigenous Spiritualism? A: Basically, there is just a huge diversity. … [Read more...] about Dr. Fenelon of CSUSB rejects the “sweat lodge politics” of non-first people
RHA staff share the struggles of quarantining in campus dorms
The staff of the Residence Halls Association (RHA) at CSUSB are addressing and sharing some concerns and struggles the residence students have become subjected into since the pandemic began. The RHA was in dismay after most of its students opted out of housing, during the spring quarter of 2020, when the announcement to transition into a non-face-to-face curriculum delivery had already been made. According to Alondra Gomez, RHA Director and third year communication studies major, about a couple hundred students are currently residing in dorms, when it was previously a couple thousand students. Serrano Village and Coyote Village had to be closed down to meet COVID-19 safety … [Read more...] about RHA staff share the struggles of quarantining in campus dorms