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SUMMARY:Africana Studies Celebrates 100 Years of Black History Month
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Our Roots\, Strengthening Our Path\, and Shaping Our Future. \nThe theme invites the CSUN community to explore and celebrate the vast and dynamic history of the African Diaspora — from the brilliance of ancient kingship to the enduring legacy of Black excellence across centuries. It uncovers generations of resilience\, growth\, and evolution\, reminding us that our story is one of continual progress and transformation. By reflecting on the triumphs and struggles that have shaped our collective journey\, we strengthen our path towards equity\, unity\, and empowerment. Most importantly\, this theme centers the next generation of scholars and change-makers\, whose innovation\, leadership\, and commitment will carry the community into a new era of achievement and possibility. \nSchedule of Events\nMemorial of Dr. Darryle Gatlin\nMonday\, February 9\, 2026\n4:00PM-6:00PM\nLocation: University Student Union | Grand Salon \nBlack Student Athlete Exchange\nMonday\, February 16\, 2026\n6:00PM-7:30PM\nLocation: University Student Union | Grand Salon \nBodies\, Power\, and Protest: Sport as a Site of Black Resistance\nWednesday\, February 18\, 2026\n10:00AM-11:15AM\nLocation: Whitsett Room | Sierra Hall 451 \nAfrican American Cotillions — History\, Culture\, and Tradition\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026\n11:00AM-1:00PM\nLocation: TBA | Please check back \nBlack Poetry Workshop: Annual Celebration of Black Poets and Poetry featuring PoetRoni Girl of LA\nThursday\, February 19\, 2026\n5:00PM-7:00PM\nLocation: TBA | Please check back \nThe Black Trilogy: Shaping the Future Through Sound\nWednesday\, February 25\, 2026\n1:00PM-2:15PM\nLocation: University Student Union | Flintridge Room \nDistinguished Visitor Speaker Program\, 100 Years Black History Month Celebration Lecture with Professor Stephen A. Small\nWednesday\, February 26\, 2026\n11:30AM-12:45AM\nLocation: University Student Union | Grand Salon \nAfrican American Empowerment Summit\nSaturday\, February 28\, 2026\n9:00AM-2:00PM\nLocation: University Student Union | Grand Salon \n\nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN Department of Africana Studies and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences are committed to making our events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate\, please let us know. Note: If you require an ASL interpreter\, please contact us at least 5 working days prior to the event. To request accommodations\, please contact Dr. Cedric Hackett at cedric.hackett@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/africana-studies-celebrates-100-years-of-black-history-month/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Black History,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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SUMMARY:Matador Employer Resume Review
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Global HSI Equity Innovation Hub and Career Center join esteemed alumni and employers. Your resume is often your first chance to make a solid impression on employers. CSUNs Employer Resume Review gives you a hands-on opportunity to get real feedback from hiring professionals across multiple industries. Bring a printed copy of your resume and use this chance to learn directly from the people who review applications every day. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/matador-employer-resume-review/
LOCATION:ATEC Lobby
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Center,Career Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Career Center":MAILTO:career.center@csun.edu
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SUMMARY:CSUN Alumni Attorney Networking Group - February Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the CSUN Alumni Attorney Networking Group’s February meeting via Zoom to connect and learn with fellow Matador attorneys. \nDate: February 4\, 2026\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nCost: Free\nVIA ZOOM \nZoom Link \nMeeting ID: 899 0171 6064 \nPasscode: 438425 \nRegister Here\nPresentation: “You Can’t Make This Stuff Up”: War Stories in the World of Probate and Estate Planning and Disputes \nSpeaker: Alexander Prado Baxter\, Principal Prabax Legal. Alexandra Prado Baxter is a proud graduate from the University of Southern California and received her Juris Doctor from Western State College of Law at Westcliff University. \nThe Attorney Networking Group’s monthly meetings help build mutually beneficial social connections between fellow Matador attorney alumni. Increasing the potential for consultations and referrals\, our monthly meetings also feature continuing education credits and/or presentations by a guest speaker specifically tailored for practicing attorneys. Feel free to invite fellow Matador attorneys in your network to join.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-alumni-attorney-networking-group-february-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Career & Professional,Alumni Chapters,Career Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T200000
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SUMMARY:Cedric the Entertainer at CSUN!
DESCRIPTION:CSBS Salon Series Welcomes Cedric the Entertainer to CSUN!\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS) invites the campus and community to attend a special installment of the CSBS Salon Series\, featuring an evening conversation with award-winning writer\, actor\, entrepreneur\, and Original King of Comedy\, Cedric the Entertainer. \n📅 Date: February 5\, 2026⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM📍 Location: Orchard Conference and Catering Center | CSUN Map/Event Location (.pdf) | CSUN 3D Interactive Map\n🍽️ Complimentary hors d’oeuvres \n \nModeled after the Harlem Renaissance salons\, the CSBS Salon Series is designed to enlighten\, inspire\, and bring together alumni\, friends\, and community members through meaningful dialogue and cultural exchange. This spring’s salon promises an engaging and memorable evening with one of today’s most influential entertainers. \nProceeds from the event will support the CSBS Community Endowed Professorship in Africana Studies (CEPAS) at California State University\, Northridge\, helping advance scholarship and community engagement within the discipline. \nTicket Options \n\nStudent Ticket – $25: Event admission and pre-reception. Alcohol available for guests 21+ with valid ID (cash bar).\nGeneral Admission – $50: Event admission\, pre-reception. Alcohol available for guests 21+ with valid ID (cash bar).\nPremier Ticket – $100: Priority seating and one complimentary drink. Alcohol available for guests 21+ with valid ID.\nVIP Ticket – $500: Priority seating and two complimentary drinks. Alcohol available for guests 21+ with valid ID.\n\nSponsorship Opportunities \n\nSilver Sponsor – $2\,500: 2 VIP tickets\, preferred seating\, gift bag\, meet-and-greet\, and two complimentary drinks per guest\nGold Sponsor – $5\,000: 4 VIP tickets\, preferred seating\, gift bag\, meet-and-greet\, and two complimentary drinks per guest\nPlatinum Sponsor – $10\,000: 8 VIP tickets\, preferred seating\, gift bag\, meet-and-greet\, and two complimentary drinks per guest\n\n \nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is committed to making its events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate\, please let us know. Note: If you require an ASL interpreter\, please contact us no later than end of business day on Wednesday\, January 28\, 2026. To request accommodations\, please contact Jacqueline Edwards at 818-677-4035 or via email at jacqueline.edwards@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/cedric-the-entertainer-at-csun/
LOCATION:Orchard Conference Center\, 18111 Nordhoff Street\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Family Friendly,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:CSUN Orange Grove Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:As part of Matador’s Day of Service\nSaturday\, February 7 | 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. \nJoin the CSUN Institute for Sustainability and Food Forward for a morning of service\, community\, and hands-on impact at one of CSUN’s most cherished landmarks—the Orange Grove (located between Zelzah & Lindley\, east of The Soraya). \nThis year\, the Orange Grove Cleanup is proud to be one of the featured service projects during Matador’s Day of Service\, a campus-wide day dedicated to giving back. Planted in the 1940s\, the five-acre grove along Nordhoff Street is home to more than 400 Valencia orange trees and stands as one of the last remaining orange groves from the San Fernando Valley’s agricultural past. \nVolunteers will help care for and maintain the grove by pruning and supporting the health of the trees\, ensuring strong future harvests. The fruit grown here serves a bigger purpose—helping stock the CSUN Food Pantry and supporting food pantries across Los Angeles County with fresh\, nutritious oranges. \nSign Up Here! (CSUN login required to register.) \nMatador’s Day of Service Schedule: \n\n8:00–8:30 a.m. | Check-in & light breakfast at Matador Square\n8:30–9:45 a.m. | Welcome and project assignments at Matador Square\n9:45–10:00 a.m. | Transition to project locations\n10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Service projects (Orange Grove Clean-Up; Children’s Center & Basic Needs)\n12:00–12:15 p.m. | Transition back to Matador Square\n12:15–1:00 p.m. | Closing remarks and grab-and-go lunch\n\nThis is a great opportunity to earn volunteer hours\, enjoy the outdoors\, and make a tangible difference—right here on campus and beyond. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Jennifer Herrera via email at jennifer.herrera-alvarado@csun.edu. \nSign Up Here! (CSUN login required to register.) \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-orange-grove-clean-up/
LOCATION:Orange Grove\, Orange Grove Pond\, Northridge\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Institute for Sustainability,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Alumni Basketball Fan Day
DESCRIPTION:Alumni Fan Day on-line ticket sales are now closed. On-site tickets are available.\nOn-site tickets will be available at the Alumni check-in table in the arena lobby. \nOnsite Ticket Cost: $25 includes buffet lunch and General Admission game ticket. \nWe’re excited to invite you back to campus for a fun-filled day of basketball\, camaraderie and celebration! \nJoin your fellow Matadors as we pack the Premier America Credit Union Arena to watch CSUN Men’s Basketball battle Big West rival\, Riverside. \nYou will have a chance to visit with other Matadors at a pre-game reception with food and non-alcoholic beverages\, plus a no-host bar. Come to the game with your Matador spirit and meet CSUN President Erika D. Beck\, new Director of Athletics\, Ryan Swartwood\, and head coach\, Andy Newman. \nDate: Saturday\, February 7\, 2026 \nTime: 11 :00 a.m. reception followed by 1:00 p.m. game tip-off \nLocation: \nPremier America Credit Union Arena \n18111 Nordhoff Street \nNorthridge CA 91330 \nGENERAL ADMISSION COST \nReception (including meal\, non-alcoholic beverages) and general admission for bleacher seats \n$20 Adults \n$5 (kids 10 and under) \nREGISTRATION CLOSED\n  \nRESERVED SEATING COST \nReception (including meal\, non-alcoholic beverages) and reserved section seats \n$35 Adults \n$25 (kids 10 and under) \nREGISTRATION CLOSED\n*Parking not included \n**No Host Bar on site \nWe welcome those who require visual\, auditory or mobility assistance to attend. Please contact Cheryl McMillan with any requests by January 28.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/alumni-basketball-fan-day/
LOCATION:Premier America Credit Union Arena
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshops: Your Degree is Not a Financial Plan with Dr. Lynn Richardson (Online via Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Your Degree is Not a Financial Plan\nReal Talk About Building Wisdom and Breaking Financial Generational Cycles \nA college degree can open doors\, but it does not automatically guarantee financial security. Join the CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences for a powerful and eye-opening financial workshop with Dr. Lynn Richardson\, nationally recognized financial expert\, author\, and entertainment executive. \nAs seen on The Breakfast Club\, Good Morning America\, Steve TV\, and more\, Dr. Lynn Richardson is known for breaking down complex money topics into real and actionable strategies that empower individuals and families to build lasting wealth. In this dynamic session\, she will challenge common myths about money\, explain why education alone is not a financial plan\, and share practical tools for building financial wisdom and disrupting generational cycles of financial stress. \nWhether you are just starting your financial journey or looking to strengthen your money mindset\, this workshop offers honest conversation\, culturally relevant insights\, and strategies you can use now and in the future. \nThis workshop will be offered in two formats:\nWednesday\, February 11 | Online via Zoom\n3:00PM to 4:30PM\nJoin us virtually from anywhere.\nZoom link: Join our February 11th Workshop. \nTuesday\, March 3 | In Person\n3:00PM to 4:30PM\nWhitsett Room\, Sierra Hall\, Room 451 \nDo not miss this opportunity to gain clarity\, confidence\, and a new perspective on what it really means to plan for your financial future. \nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is committed to making its events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate\, please let us know. Note: If you require an ASL interpreter\, please contact us no later than five working days prior to the event. To request accommodations\, please contact Jacqueline Edwards at 818-677-4035 or via email at jacqueline.edwards@csun.edu. \n \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/financial-literacy-workshops-your-degree-is-not-a-financial-plan-with-dr-lynn-richardson-zoom/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Career & Professional,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T180000
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SUMMARY:Matador Networking Night
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with The Soraya and the Career Center\, join us for an evening of meaningful connections and explore your career options? Matador Networking Night is your chance to engage directly with employers from a wide range of industries in an intimate\, one-on-one networking setting. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/matador-networking-night/
LOCATION:The Soraya
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Center,Career Development
ORGANIZER;CN="Career Center":MAILTO:career.center@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T120000
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SUMMARY:Education Doctoral Dissertation Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Join the Education Alumni Chapter for the Spring 2026 Doctoral Dissertation Spotllight! \nDate: Saturday\, February 28\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. \nLocation: HYFLEX EVENT – In person (CSUN Education building) and via Zoom \nCost: Free \nPRESENTERS \nDr. Esther Ramirios\, CC19 cohort\nOwner of Adult Learning and Workforce Education Group\, LLC.\nDissertation: Most of the Time\, I’m the Oldest One in the Room: An Examination of the Experiences of Undergraduate Parent Scholars of Color at a Public University \nDr. Gina Toussaint\, PK1222 cohort\nTeacher Educator and Literacy Specialist\nDissertation: Teacher Decision-Making for Reading Intervention: A Phenomenological Case Study \nDr. Anxo Vázquez-Lozada\, CC19 cohort\nResearch Administration Officer\, Cal Poly\, San Luis Obispo\nDissertation: The Impact of College Faculty Motivation in Dual Enrollment in California \nTo register for Zoom\, click here.\nTo register for in-person\, click here.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/education-doctoral-dissertation-spotlight/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Career & Professional,Alumni Chapters
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