Follow CSUSB Professor Dr. Mary Fong as she reflects on her first 27 years of life through ups and downs as she embarks on cultural, intercultural, and spiritual journies in her recently published memoir, Two Heart Nuts to Crack! Her memoirs were written with her co-author, Karl, who talks about his side of the story. The book is the first of her trilogy, "Magnificent Mess Trilogy." Q: What motivated you to publish your memoir for the public? A: When I was in the 9th grade, I had this quick flash that I was going to write a book someday for a wide audience but I had no clue, I didn't think twice about it. I could remember that it was just distinct. While I was at my Ph.D. … [Read more...] about Q & A: Professor and Author Dr. Mary Fong
Human Trafficking Awareness Day at CSUSB
In honor of January's National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the Osher Adult Re-entry Center (OARC), VOICE, and ASI at CSUSB teamed up with Coalition Against Sexual Exploitation (CASE) and held workshops, a panel, discussion, film screening and guest speaker session at the San Manuel Student Union (SMSU) Theater Jan. 24. Held as part of Human Trafficking Awareness Week, which included iEmpathize Apathy Effect Exhibit to showcase real-life artifacts of children victims as well as a Walk Against Human Trafficking, the event kicked off with the introduction of the event, followed by the workshop on rape and trauma. The presentation was given by one of the members of the … [Read more...] about Human Trafficking Awareness Day at CSUSB
Closing off with dignity
The Social and Behavioral Sciences Anthropology Museum closed off its nearly year-long exhibit on dismantling intolerance, In|Dignity, with a special performance and reception on December 15. There are also plans to publish the exhibit as a book and be made accessible to high school and college students. As the publishing process is underway, the purpose of the text would be similar to that of the exhibit; to learn and understand the diversity of the human experience. Their powerful performance and inspiring exhibit, In|Dignity, were co-curated by Assistant Professor of Anthropology and Museum Director Arianna Huhn and Assistant Professor of Sociology Annika Anderson to showcase … [Read more...] about Closing off with dignity
Q & A with GEAR UP Director
San Bernardino students prepare for college and take on its challenges with the help of GEAR UP at CSUSB. The program's Director, Summer Steele, provides an insight into the program, students, plans and future of the program. GEAR UP at CSUSB is a federal grant program awarded by the Department of Education. The six-year program provides exclusive services for college preparedness and postsecondary education success to students of San Bernardino Unified School District (SBUSD), specifically the class of 2020. Summer Steele, Director of GEAR UP, has been at CSUSB for 16 years serving in various roles on campus and helped establish GEAR UP. Her passion dives into access programs and … [Read more...] about Q & A with GEAR UP Director
Grace and Justice: Human Trafficking in the Inland Empire
CSUSB Assistant Professor, Dr. Julie Taylor explained how the U.S. policy affects survivors of prostitution and human trafficking at the Grace and Justice event in Riverside. Guest speakers of various professional backgrounds held discussions on human trafficking issues such as pimp recruiting and selling, victimization, healthcare, nursing implications and challenges for law enforcement, among others. While much of the information is meant for the public, the goal was to educate nurses and nursing students on how they can work with people affected by human trafficking. “The way people view them [victims] from an outsider's perspective is that they’re one and the same," said Dr. … [Read more...] about Grace and Justice: Human Trafficking in the Inland Empire
Suicide Watchmen Rally at Red Hill Park
The Inland Empire Initiative for Suicide Prevention and Awareness was held Saturday, Oct. 27 at Red Hill Park in Rancho Cucamonga by a Christian-based organization known as the Suicide Watchmen Prayer Team. The focus of the rally was to break the silence and stigma regarding suicide in the community. Spoken word poetry, music, art and educational flyers on suicide were provided for guests throughout the event. Certain obstacles did not allow the group to host the event during September, which is nationally recognized to be Suicide Prevention Month. However, they were able to host on the day of the two year anniversary for Kasey Latta's online ministry. Kasey Latta, prophetic … [Read more...] about Suicide Watchmen Rally at Red Hill Park
#JourneyToSafety – intersections of domestic violence & immigration
Today’s ongoing immigration policies not only target migrants that live in or journey to the US, but also target individuals caught in domestic violence situations who cannot report their abuse due to their immigration status and fear of deportation. A workshop titled “#JourneyToSafety – Intersections of Domestic Violence and Immigration” was held at the San Manuel Student Union (SMSU) Fourplex on Oct. 25 to inform students of the ongoing social justice issue. Campus Advocate for Survivors of Sexual Assault, Dating Violence and Stalking and event’s organizer, Marina Rodriguez, hosted the event with VOICE and the Undocumented Student Success Center (USSC) in honor of Domestic … [Read more...] about #JourneyToSafety – intersections of domestic violence & immigration
Fontana Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Residents of Fontana gathered at Miller Park Amphitheater for La Gran Fiesta on Oct. 6th to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The event was free and open to the public. California is a highly diverse state and many people of diverse backgrounds attended the event with their friends and families. Guests of the event were able to enjoy various styles of Spanish music and live entertainment from Como La Flor Band: A Tribute to Selena, Orgullo Mestizo Folk Ballet, Evie Dance Studio, and Marimba Tropical. Local artists from various areas in southern California were at the event to display and sell their art inspired by Latino culture. Francisco (Frankie) Castillo, a local, mixed media … [Read more...] about Fontana Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Air Quality
Air quality conditions worsen in the Inland Empire due to various environmental pollutants that could cause harm to inhabitants of the area. Major cities in the area include: San Bernardino, Riverside, Ontario, and Palm Springs. Air quality is defined as the the degree to which the air has been polluted by various harmful sources, either man-made or biological contaminants that float into the atmosphere. These are measured everyday with various, highly technological tools used by major organizations to study and record air quality data. Some common pollutants in the air include carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, particulates, ozone, and lead. Each of these can … [Read more...] about Air Quality
The Importance of Self-Care
Self-care is an essential activity that everyone should be aware of and participate in. Self-care not only helps relieve stress but also helps maintain a healthy and positive outlook on life, improves mental health and creates self-compassion. What is self-care? Self-care is the idea of taking some time to partake in an activity that encourages the care of your physical, mental and emotional health. Self-care is essential to a healthy life, especially for college students. Having a few moments to catch your breath and not think about the stress of school is key. Especially with finals coming up, many students often engage in the unhealthy habit of studying to the point where … [Read more...] about The Importance of Self-Care