SBS Dean’s Research Symposium
April 29 at 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Dean’s Research Symposium
Join us for the Dean’s Research Symposium, where faculty will present their research to the CSUN community. This annual event showcases innovative scholarship across disciplines and provides an opportunity for faculty, students, and staff to engage in thought-provoking discussions.
Date: Wednesday, April 29 2026
Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Whitsett Room | Sierra Hall | Room 451
Featured Presenters:
- Marlesha Bell, Psychology
- Omar Ruvalcaba, Psychology
- Justin Kantner, Psychology
Requesting Accommodations
Communication services (sign language interpreters, note takers, transcribers) are available upon request. Please submit requests at least five (5) working days in advance by contacting Ashley Rice at ashley.rice@csun.edu or (818) 677-3317.
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate research excellence and engage with the scholars shaping the future of their fields!
About our Guests
Dr. Omar Ruvalcaba is a professor of psychology whose work explores the experiences of underrepresented students in educational settings, with a particular emphasis on mental health, culture, and equity in higher education. His current research focuses on three areas: the experiences of first-generation undergraduate and doctoral Latinx students, Armenian students’ experiences as first-generation undergraduates, and women in gaming. Through scholarship, mentorship, and community-engaged work, he seeks to understand how systems of support can promote thriving, well-being, and success for marginalized individuals across the academic pipeline.
