Cal State LA celebrates its national champion volleyball team
Golden Eagle pride was on display at a pep rally held to celebrate the Cal State LA volleyball team’s historic national championship. The celebration on Feb. 8 featured remarks by Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Daryl Gross, Head Coach Juan Figueroa, and President Berenecea Johnson Eanes. “You are the perfect example of what all of us need to see right now,” Eanes told the team as the crowd gathered near the steps of the bookstore. “You are it. Please embrace that and don’t let it go.” Two members of the winning team, Shelby Grubbs and Haley Roundtree, offered moving reflections of their road to victory and accepted a certificate of recognition from Betsaira Aguilera, east area representative for Mayor Karen Bass. Emcee Dameion “Lucky” Smith led the crowd in applauding and honoring the volleyball team. The day of celebration began with a team luncheon hosted by Interim Vice President for Student Life Patrick Day. In December, the Golden Eagles scored the program’s first ever NCAA Division II National Championship with a four-set win over defending national champion West Texas A&M. Our national championship is the ninth for any sport in Cal State LA’s history. Visit our photo gallery to experience some of the event highlights.
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100 Days of Listening Tour launched
President Berenecea Johnson Eanes has launched a 100 Days of Listening Tour, an opportunity for the campus community to share with her their thoughts and ideas about Cal State LA. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to sign up for an appointment to speak with the president. If appointments are not available, please check back. New appointment times will be released. A townhall will be held in person on Thursday, March 7, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., in Golden Eagle Ballroom 1, and online via Zoom. The townhall is another opportunity to share with President Eanes. At the end of 100 Days of Listening, the University will be poised to kick off its work to create a new Strategic Plan.
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Lunar New Year greetings from the University president
President Berenecea Johnson Eanes wishes the Cal State LA family a Happy Lunar New Year. Eanes welcomes the University community to visit the Cal State LA booth at the Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival on Sunday, Feb. 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Faculty, staff, and students are also invited to celebrate the “Year of the Dragon” at the Lunar New Year celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 13, at noon on the University-Student Union Plaza. Come and learn about the meaning and significance of this annual holiday celebrated in China, Vietnam, Korea, and many other countries. There will be food, engaging activities, performances, and more. The event is co-sponsored by the Asian Pacific Islander Student Resource Center and the Center for Student Involvement.
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Staff Working Group hosts Black History Month celebration
The Staff Working Group for Belonging, Community, and Diversity will host a Black History Month celebration on Friday, Feb. 16, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in the South Village Multi-Purpose Room. The event will highlight Black women staff members who have either attained or are currently pursuing their doctoral degrees. Lunch will be served. All campus staff members are invited to attend. Advanced registration is recommended, but not required.
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Cal State LA selected to serve as Vote Center in March
Cal State LA has been selected by the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk to serve as a Vote Center in California’s March 5 Presidential Primary Election. The Cal State LA Vote Center will be open to the campus and surrounding communities from Saturday, March 2, through Election Day on Tuesday, March 5. Individuals will be able to cast their ballot in person or drop off their vote-by-mail ballot. The center will be located in room 2117 of the South Village residence hall on the north side of campus. Hours of operation, parking information, and other details are available online.
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Commencement ceremonies to take place May 20-21
Mark your calendars! Cal State LA will celebrate thousands of graduating students in the Class of 2024 at Commencement on May 20-21. The six college-based ceremonies will be held in the West Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center. Graduating students will have their names called while crossing the stage. The detailed schedule is posted on the Commencement website.
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Professor Howard Xu to deliver President’s Distinguished Professor Lecture
Professor Howard Xu, recipient of Cal State LA’s 2023 President’s Distinguished Professor Award, will deliver a special lecture on Tuesday, March 5, at 1:45 p.m., in the Golden Eagle Ballroom. Xu is a professor of microbiology in the College of Natural and Social Sciences. The title of his lecture is “My Biotech Journey: Research, Education, and Entrepreneurship.” Please RSVP by 5 p.m. on Feb. 28. For more information or to register to attend, please visit the event webpage.
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Luckman presents a performance by Compañía Nacional de Danza
Spain’s acclaimed Compañía Nacional de Danza will make its Luckman debut with a mixed repertoire program of some of the company’s most celebrated works on Thursday, Feb. 15, at 8 p.m. Compañía Nacional de Danza is one of the world’s most prestigious and innovative dance ensembles. Cal State LA faculty and staff can purchase discounted tickets at the Luckman Box Office upon presentation of a valid Cal State LA One Card. For ticket information, call 323-343-6600.
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Vet Net Ally seminar offered on Feb. 23
The Veterans Resource Center invites faculty, staff, and administrators to attend its Vet Net Ally seminar, an education and awareness program designed to develop a network of campus supporters for students who are connected to the military. There will be a seminar offered on Friday, Feb. 23, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. For details and to sign up, visit Vet Net Ally webpage.
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University Reports is accepting entries from faculty, staff
√ Did you present a paper at a professional conference?
√ Have you recently published a book?
√ Were you awarded a grant for your research?
The Office of Communications and Public Affairs is accepting submissions for the next edition of University Reports. The web publication showcases professional activities and publications, as well as the awards received by our faculty and staff. Submit your information to the Office of Communications and Public Affairs at paffairs@calstatela.edu for inclusion in the next issue.
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Sign up for Mental Health First Aid Training
Faculty and staff are invited to participate in Mental Health First Aid Training. This program teaches participants how to assist someone experiencing a crisis. Participants learn risk factors and warning signs of serious and developing mental health problems, how to talk with a person who might be experiencing a mental health problem, and strategies to help identify the next best steps. Please check the training website for dates and registration info.
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Submit spring events for the University calendar
As you plan virtual or in-person events for the spring semester, please submit calendar entries to the Office of Communications and Public Affairs at paffairs@calstatela.edu as soon as possible to allow time for inputting onto the online University calendar.
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