2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards
October 24 at 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
President Erika D. Beck and the CSUN Alumni Association invite you to celebrate with them at the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards.
Join us in honoring the outstanding leadership and meaningful community impact of our esteemed alumni.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. reception followed by 6:30 p.m. dinner and program
Location:
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90049
This year’s honorees are respected innovators in their industries and have elevated
CSUN’s reputation and visibility with their commitment to their communities.
Dr. Varoujan Chakarian ’86 (Physics); ’88 M.S. (Physics)
Semiconductor Technology Scientist
Louis E. Mellman ’86 (Finance)
Founder, California Commercial Investment Group
Lee Zeidman ’78 (Psychology); ’80 (Recreation and Tourism Management)
President of Crypto.com Arena, Peacock Theater and L.A. LIVE (Retired)
