Cal State LA opens new Circuit Space facility
The College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology held a grand opening for its Circuit Space on March 20. Located at B105 in the Engineering and Technology building, the space will serve as a student-centered makerspace for projects and workshops that involve augmented reality, virtual reality, robotics, and more. “It’s critical for students to be involved in hands-on projects and collaborative learning,” said Charles Liu, professor and chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The space was recently converted from an underutilized electronics lab, with new, digitized equipment replacing the old lab’s bulkier, outdated apparatus.
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AAPI Heritage Month celebration begins this month
Cal State LA will celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month from the month of April through May, with the theme of “Woven in Resilience.” Just as a fabric woven tightly can stretch and bend without breaking, communities thrive and become stronger when they face adversity together. Join us in celebrating our collective strength, resilience, and unbreakable faith in the power of unity and community. The featured event will be on Wednesday, April 16, highlighting two artists from the Kingdom of Tonga. Visit the AAPI Heritage Month website for a full calendar of events.
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Sports Journalism Summit to take place tomorrow, April 10
Cal State LA will present a Sports Journalism Summit on Thursday, April 10. It is designed for students and alumni interested in exploring the world of sports media. This summit brings together professional sports journalists from television, radio, print, and digital media to discuss the inner workings of the industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in panel discussions and join a special conversation with Los Angeles Lakers legends Michael Cooper and Metta World Peace. Admission is free. Due to limited space, pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
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Cal State LA presents the Pérez-Silverman Symposium
The Pérez-Silverman Symposium: Promoting Urban Ecology will take place on Tuesday, April 15, and Wednesday, April 16. This is a two-day event dedicated to biodiversity, conservation, and ecological resilience in urban environments. Register online by 5 p.m. on April 11 to attend the symposium.
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Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing hosts Cedars-Sinai blood drive
Students, faculty, staff, and community members can give blood on campus during the Cedars-Sinai’s Give from the Heart Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 16, and Thursday, April 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donors will receive a limited-edition T-shirt plus their choice of a gift card from Target or In-N-Out. The blood drive is organized in partnership with the Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing. To make an appointment, please visit the Cedars-Sinai Blood Drive webpage (donor group code: CSLA). The blood drive will be held in the Patricia A. Chin School of Nursing Simulation Center (Salazar Hall 161).
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Join the Cal State LA Gives Back! day of service
Faculty, staff, and students are invited to volunteer and participate in a day of community service at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank in the City of Industry. The Cal State LA Gives Back! event will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 18. Transportation is provided. This service project is organized by the Center for Engagement, Service, and the Public Good. Space is limited, so sign up online before April 11. For more information or to sign up to volunteer, call 323-343-3380.
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Phi Kappa Phi’s Diamond Jubilee Exhibition on display at the University Library
The Cal State LA chapter of the international honor society of Phi Kappa Phi is celebrating its 60th anniversary on campus this year. Its Diamond Jubilee Exhibition, entitled “Continuity and Change,” was inaugurated on the chapter’s foundation day, Jan. 12, 2025, and is on display on the first-floor stairwell of the University Library until the end of June. Depicting the chapter’s history, work, and achievements, the exhibit was curated by Roger Lee Mendoza, chapter vice president and professor of management. Other special commemorative events for Phi Kappa Phi will take place during the year.
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Earth Day Celebration at Cal State LA on April 22
Join the Center for Engagement, Service, and the Public Good on Tuesday, April 22, as Cal State LA celebrates Earth Day with the theme of “City & Soil.” The Golden Eagle community is invited to participate in a Building for Community project and to sign up for the Greenhouse Tours and Small Space Gardening Demonstration. Please register online by April 11. Visit the Earth Day webpage for more information.
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Vet Net Ally seminar offered on April 25
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, April 25, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. For details and to sign up, visit the Vet Net Ally webpage.
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Support your Golden Eagles men’s soccer team
The Cal State LA men’s soccer team is hosting a fundraiser at the Hollywood Improv on Sunday, April 27, during the 7 p.m. showtime. The event will feature comedian and actor Maz Jobrani along with entertainers Chris Spencer, Kira Soltanovich, Gary Cannon, Owen Smith, and Ian Bagg. (Photo ID is required.) Please purchase your ticket in advance. All proceeds will go towards the Golden Eagles men’s soccer team.
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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 Strategic Communications 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 Strategic Communications at paffairs@calstatela.edu for inclusion in the next issue.
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Donate to the Hygiene Kits and Non-Perishable Food Drive
Support families in our community by donating to the Hygiene Kits and Non-Perishable Food Drive, a collaboration between Cal State LA and Search to Involve Pilipino Americans, a nonprofit organization. Donations of hygiene kits and non-perishable food items are being accepted. Drop off donations now until Wednesday, April 30, at the Center for Engagement, Service, and the Public Good, located on the lower level of the Career Center building. For details, call the center at 323-343-3380.
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Cal State LA introduces Commencement Eddie chatbot
Commencement Eddie, the A.I. chatbot for Cal State LA’s Commencement ceremonies, is now live and accessible on all the Commencement webpages. To launch, simply click on chat icon on the lower right corner of the page. Commencement Eddie can help graduating students with information about the schedule, registration and ticketing, regalia, and other important details within the Commencement website.
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Submit spring or summer events for the University calendar
As you plan virtual or in-person events for the spring semester or summer session, please submit calendar entries to the Office of Strategic Communications at paffairs@calstatela.edu as soon as possible to allow time for inputting onto the online University calendar.
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