Issue #30

Pres. Evans challenges December grads to begin a new era of activism

Addressing over 400 graduates in Coussoulis Arena at the December 10 morning commencement ceremony, CSUSB’s former president, Anthony H. Evans, encouraged the Class of 2005 to “become part of a new activism for the new century, one that addresses the nation’s challenges one by one.”  Recalling his own generation’s activism when he was a UC Berkeley student in the 1960s, Cal State SB’s second president said, “Students like you helped change America.”  Judith Rymer, professor of education and former vice president for university relations, spoke at the afternoon commencement ceremony.  Nearly 900 students total participated in the mid-year graduation exercises.  Read more…  

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Cal State SB home to USDA liason office

Officials of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and CSUSB signed a memo of understanding on December 5 to formally establish a USDA liaison office at the Cal State campus.  One of only five such offices around the country, the CSUSB liaison office will serve nearly 60 colleges and universities in Southern California that have more than 25 percent of their enrollment of Hispanic origin.  Ramiro Porras (B.A. liberal studies 2000) will head up the CSUSB office and will help to promote internship, scholarship and job opportunities with the USDA to students, faculty and staff at the Southern California Hispanic Serving Institutions.  Read more...

Paleontology prof helps animators create mythical creatures

Biology and paleontology professor Stuart Sumida, a consultant for animation and effects-driven movies, lent his expertise to Walt Disney’s recently released “The Chronicles of Narnia:  The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.”  Sumida has consulted on dozens of films over the past 14 years, working closely with special-effects engineers to design realistic creatures for animated movies, such as “The Lion King” and “Shrek 2.”  Sumida says that working with the studios has made him a better instructor and has allowed him access to some of the best teaching tools in academia.  Read more…

Breaking news for yearend charitable giving

Recent temporary changes to tax laws regarding charitable donations following Hurricane Katrina could benefit those who donate to philanthropic organizations, including Cal State San Bernardino.  The Katrina Tax Relief Act removes deduction limits on cash gifts to charitable organizations through December 31, 2005.  Earlier this fall, CSUSB admitted 15 students displaced by Hurricane Katrina, including several students from California who had planned on attending colleges in the affected Gulf Coast region.  Six of the students currently are receiving free on-campus housing and meals during the 2005-06 academic year.  Read more...

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Alumni Association to host member appreciation event

The CSUSB Alumni Association and Business Alliance of the College of Business and Public Administration invite members to kick off the new year with a special 40th anniversary member appreciation and networking event.   Come out and get acquainted with other alumni, make some new friends, network with business leaders in the community, and help root on the ‘Yotes in their hunt for an unprecedented seventh consecutive conference championship! Click here to register...

CSUSB grad elected as new San Bernardino Community College District trustee

San Bernardino Community College District President Mary Sampson (B.A. management 1989, M.P.A. 1994) swore in incumbents Dr. Donald Singer and Dr. Chuck Terrell, as well as new trustee James C. Ramos (B.S. accounting 2002), at its December 7 meeting.  The trustees were elected in November and will serve four-year terms.

James C. Ramos is a Highland resident and member of San Manuel Band of Mission Indians.  He was congratulated by a representative from Senator Nell Soto's office, Assemblyman Joe Baca, Jr., County Supervisor Josie Gonzales and members of area city councils and communities.  Read more...

Call for Nominations for Alumni Awards of Distinction
With CSUSB alumni living in all 50 states and throughout the world, the Alumni Association needs your help in recognizing their outstanding accomplishments. The Association welcomes your nominations for the 2006 Alumni Awards of Distinction. The Awards of Distinction program seeks out alumni who have been successful in their field or who have made a significant impact through community service. The awards program also recognizes individuals and families who have been actively involved with the university and association.  Read more...

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Coyotes' Weamer is named NCAA Div. II Freshman of the Year

Cal State San Bernardino freshman Traci Weamer was selected as the American Volleyball Coaches Association NCAA Division II "freshman of the year".

Weamer had an outstanding season for the Coyotes at outside hitter, earning the CCAA conference Player of the Week title twice.  She also is only the second Coyote in the history of the program to earn AVCA National Player of Week honors.  Read more...

Coyote Athletics update

Go to Coyote Athletics for men's and women's basketball highlights from the past week and for a look at the upcoming schedule, including today's 7 p.m. women's basketball game vs. Texas A&M Kingsville in Coussoulis Arena.  Men's basketball home season begins January 2 vs. Chico St.

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