April 2026

The Department of History at CSUSB invites you to a special "Book Talk" event at noon on Wednesday, April 22, highlighting Assistant Professor Michael Karp’s new book, “Raising the Redwood Curtain: Labor Landscapes and Community Violence in a Pacific Littoral.”

The first five attendees to RSVP will receive a free copy of the book!

Get ready to celebrate! The CSUSB Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies are happening Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16. With five ceremonies planned, every moment will be shared live so friends and family everywhere can join in the excitement via the CSUSB Commencement webpage.

The OneFuture Coachella Valley Male Student Leadership Conference took place at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus on March 20 - an event designed to support male high school and college students in making meaningful progress in school, career and life. Throughout the day, attendees gained valuable tools and insights on:

• Planning for college and career

• Building daily habits that support their goals

• Finding mentorship and expanding their networks

• Accessing financial resources

• Creating a vision for the future and building a lasting legacy

The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus hosted its annual Communication Day on April 15, welcoming more than 50 students from CSUSB and College of the Desert. 


The event was led by our outstanding PDC COMM faculty, and a highlight of the event was the alumni panel.

Students asked thoughtful, engaging questions, and our alumni delivered insightful, inspiring perspectives on their career journeys.

The conversation didn’t stop there—many students stayed afterward to connect one-on-one and continue the discussion in a more informal setting.

A big thank you to our incredible COMM alumni panelists:



• Skylani Blue, Hotel Paseo

• Crystal Harrell, KESQ

• Abigail Lomeli, Outdoor Resort Palm Springs

• Eric Ornelas, Annenberg Trust at Sunnylands

• Jazmin Vera, CSUSB Palm Desert Campus

The CSUSB Career Center's "Work Local: Industry Immersion Day" event took place at the Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD) on April 15 - where a group of CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students gained valuable insight into applying for opportunities within the district.

CVUSD professionals provided real-world perspectives on careers in education and public service, covering:

• Employment opportunities within the district

• Organizational structure, hiring processes, and timelines

• Common application mistakes—and how to avoid them

• Strategies for building strong resumes and cover letters

• Interview preparation and employer expectations

• The importance of references and professional conduct

• Industry-specific qualifications and workforce competencies

• Early career pathways, internships, and professional growth opportunities

This event gave students a meaningful opportunity to connect directly with professionals who are making an impact in our region—and to better understand what today’s employers are truly looking for.

Thank you to CVUSD for partnering with us and supporting the next generation of professionals!

The PDC Kinesiology Student Association hosted its first-ever National Biomechanics Day event on April 8.

To celebrate, they organized a vertical jump competition as a fundraiser for the club.

Students tested their explosive power using their Just Jump mat - each participant received one free jump, with additional attempts available for just $1 each.

Vertical jump heights were recorded, and the top male and female jumpers took home prizes for their impressive performances.

The fundraiser was a success and has laid the groundwork for this event to become an annual tradition.