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SUMMARY:Kimley-Horn Information Session W/ ASCE
DESCRIPTION:Join the American Society of Civil Engineers in JD 1565 for an informative session with Kimley-Horn! Learn about the company\, internships\, job opportunities\, and more. Plus\, enjoy free food while networking and making connections.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/kimley-horn-information-session-w-asce/
LOCATION:Jacaranda Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Current Students,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Event: N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo: Documentary Screening and Q&A with Hip-Hop Pioneer Alonzo Williams
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable Black History Month event featuring a special screening of N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo\, an inspiring documentary that explores the life and legacy of Alonzo Williams\, a key figure in the rise of West Coast hip-hop. \nAlonzo Williams\nThe film delves into Williams’ profound influence on music\, culture\, and entrepreneurship\, offering a powerful narrative of resilience\, creativity\, and cultural expression. \nFollowing the screening\, stay for an engaging Q&A session with Alonzo Williams himself\, moderated by Professor Tim Conley\, an expert in Africana Studies and cultural narratives. This thought-provoking discussion will explore the film’s central themes\, historical significance\, and its relevance to today’s conversations on Black identity\, artistry\, and legacy. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Black history\, culture\, and innovation! \nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Africana Studies 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 no later than February 6\, 2025. Please contact Cedric Hackett via email at cedric.hackett@csun.edu. \nDepartment of Africana Studies: Black History Month 2025\nBlack History Month Event: Author\, Shirley Neal is coming to CSUN! \n \n  \nA Conversation with Ayuko Babu \n \nBlack History Month Event: The Legacy of Labor\, Black Student Athlete Exchange \n \nBlack History Month Event: From Slave Labor to Prosperity: Conquests of the Human Spirit \n \n  \nBlack History Month Event: The Black Trilogy Method of Mental Health\, Music Education\, and Music Industry Services
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/black-history-month-event-n-ot-w-ithout-a-lonzo-documentary-screening-qa-with-hip-hop-pioneer-alonzo-williams/
LOCATION:Flintridge Room\, East Conference Center\, University Student Union\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330-8272\, United States
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Heritage Month,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Music
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Event: From Slave Labor to Prosperity: Conquests of the Human Spirit
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nTico Wells\nJoin us for From Slave Labor to Prosperity: Conquests of the Human Spirit\, a captivating Black History Month event featuring Tico Wells\, acclaimed actor and producer best known for his iconic role in The Five Heartbeats. In this inspiring presentation\, Wells will guide us through the remarkable journey from oppression to triumph\, celebrating the resilience\, achievements\, and enduring legacy of African American progress. This is an unmissable event that honors history\, perseverance\, and the power of the human spirit in the face of adversity. \nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Africana Studies 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 no later than February 10\, 2025. Please contact Cedric Hackett via email at cedric.hackett@csun.edu. \nDepartment of Africana Studies: Black History Month 2025\nBlack History Month Event: Author\, Shirley Neal is coming to CSUN! \n \n  \nA Conversation with Ayuko Babu \n \nBlack History Month Event: The Legacy of Labor\, Black Student Athlete Exchange \n \n  \nBlack History Month Event: N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo: Documentary Screening and Q&A with Hip-Hop Pioneer Alonzo Williams \n \n  \nBlack History Month Event: The Black Trilogy Method of Mental Health\, Music Education\, and Music Industry Services
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/black-history-month-event-from-slave-labor-to-prosperity-conquests-of-the-human-spirit/
LOCATION:Lake View Terrace Room\, East Conference Center\, University Student Union\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330-8272\, United States
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Heritage Month,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:NSBE: Navigating the Black Job Embracing Blackness While Working in Engineering
DESCRIPTION:This panel event features Black professionals from various engineering fields who will share their experiences navigating the industry while embracing their Black identity. Moderated by 1-2 industry experts\, the panelists will discuss the challenges and triumphs they’ve encountered in their careers\, with an emphasis on how race\, gender\, sexuality\, and other identities have shaped their professional journeys. Members will have the opportunity to engage with panelists during a Q&A session. \nDress Code for this event is Business Casual\, and SOUL FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED!
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/nsbe-navigating-the-black-job-embracing-blackness-while-working-in-engineering/
LOCATION:Thousand Oaks Room\, Southwest Addition\, University Student Union\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330-8272\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Development,Current Students,First-Time Freshman Students,International Students,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Returning Students,Transfer Students
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Event: The Black Trilogy Method of Mental Health\, Music Education\, and Music Industry Services
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nAlwayne Spencer\nDiscover the transformative power of The Black Trilogy Method—a unique approach that merges mental health\, music education\, and music industry services to foster healing\, growth\, and empowerment. Join us for an inspiring event featuring CSUN alumnus Alwayne “Kofi” Spencer\, the visionary founder of The Alwayne Experience (The AWE) LLC. \nSince its inception in 2021\, The AWE has been dedicated to “creating spaces of healing for the broken; one moment at a time” through its integrative and service-based philosophy. As a multifaceted leader—mental health clinician\, singer-songwriter\, music producer\, educator\, and worship leader—Alwayne has developed a groundbreaking methodology that supports individuals in thriving both personally and professionally. \nThis session promises to uplift and energize attendees with Alwayne’s insights into dynamic growth\, his dedication to holistic wellness\, and his passion for empowering communities. Whether you’re interested in mental health\, the arts\, or personal development\, this event will leave you inspired to unlock your full potential. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from a trailblazer who combines innovation\, compassion\, and creativity to create lasting impact. \nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Africana Studies 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 no later than February 15\, 2025. Please contact Cedric Hackett via email at cedric.hackett@csun.edu. \nDepartment of Africana Studies: Black History Month 2025\nBlack History Month Event: Author\, Shirley Neal is coming to CSUN! \n \n  \nA Conversation with Ayuko Babu \n \nBlack History Month Event: The Legacy of Labor\, Black Student Athlete Exchange \n \n  \nBlack History Month Event: N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo: Documentary Screening and Q&A with Hip-Hop Pioneer Alonzo Williams \n \n  \nBlack History Month Event: From Slave Labor to Prosperity: Conquests of the Human Spirit
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/black-history-month-event-the-black-trilogy-method-of-mental-health-music-education-and-music-industry-services/
LOCATION:Lake View Terrace Room\, East Conference Center\, University Student Union\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330-8272\, United States
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Heritage Month,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T160000
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SUMMARY:Madeline Pendleton: Surviving Capitalism Ethically
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Communication Studies’ Visiting Professional Series welcomes Tunnel Vision clothing company founder\, author of I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt\, and Tik Tok influencer Madeline Pendleton for a discussion about survival in capitalist society while maintaining sanity and ethical practices. Join us for a stimulating and inspiring conversation.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/madeline-pendleton-surviving-capitalism-ethically/
LOCATION:University Library – Garden Level Rm 025\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Northridge\, 91330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250409T150000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual CSUN EV Car Show
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nDiscover the future of sustainable transportation at CSUN’s Fourth Annual Electric Car Show! Hosted by the Institute for Sustainability and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences\, this event offers hands-on experiences with cutting-edge electric vehicles from top brands like Ford\, Polestar\, Volvo\, Toyota\, Lucid Motors\, Rivian\, and Tesla. Don’t miss the thrilling Porsche Launch Experience\, where professional drivers will showcase the acceleration power of the Porsche Taycan. \nA panel discussion on the EV industry\, exclusive to invited guests\, will provide valuable insights into the future of electric mobility. Arrive early for giveaways and enjoy music by Solar DJs—Los Angeles’s only sustainable DJ. Explore innovation\, sustainability\, and the excitement of electric vehicles! \nDate:\n\nApril 9\, 2025\n\nTime:\n\n10:00AM until 3:00PM\nEV Industry Panel Discussion: from 11:30PM until 1:00PM (Invite Only)\n\nLocation:\n\nCars will be located at the corner of Lindley Ave. & Vincennes St. next to the University Student union (USU).\nEV Industry Panel Discussion: Institute for Sustainability\n\nParking available in G3 Lot \nSee event locations on campus map. \nQuestions about this event?\nPlease call Jackie Edwards at (818) 677-4035 or via email at jacqueline.edwards@csun.edu. \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/4th-annual-csun-ev-car-show/
LOCATION:Corner of Lindley Avenue and Vincennes Street (next to the USU)
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Family Friendly,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20250410T221522Z
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SUMMARY:C.I.P.H.E.R. Symposium 2025: Best of the Best Battles
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nCSUN Center for the Interdisciplinary Pursuit of Hip-Hop Elevation and Research (C.I.P.H.E.R.) \nEmcees. DJs. Producers.\nWatch top talent go head-to-head in epic hip-hop battles—beats\, bars\, and cuts that will shake the stage. As part of the 2025 C.I.P.H.E.R. Symposium\, the Best of the Best Battles showcase the art\, intellect\, and intensity of hip-hop’s finest voices and sound architects. This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of the global power of hip-hop to build\, challenge\, and connect communities. \n\n📍 Location: Northridge Center | University Student Union (USU) | California State University\, Northridge📅 Date: April 17. 2025🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM🎟️ Admission: FREE & Open to the Public \nIncredible prizes and giveaways from AVID Technologies and many more! \n\nThink you’ve got what it takes? \nCLICK HERE to Register  to compete in one of the most electrifying hip-hop events on campus. Bring your skills. Bring your sound. Bring your story. \nMore Than Music\nThis symposium isn’t just about showcasing talent—it’s about pushing the culture forward. Through battles and discussions alike\, we’ll explore hip-hop’s capacity to build community across local\, national\, and global lines. From politics and social justice to commerce and art\, hip-hop continues to move the world. \nSpecial Guest Judges\n\nDJ Revolution\nRas Kas\nDJ C-Los of Beat Junkies Institute\nCiz\nBishop Lamont\nOther Surprise Guests\n\nBattle Breakdown and Judging Criteria\nDJ Battle – Round by Round\n\nFirst Round: 16 DJs | 3-minute sets | Judged on song selection\, transitions\, scratching\, crowd response\nSemi-Finals: 8 DJs | 4-minute sets\nFinals: 4 DJs | 5-minute head-to-head setsOnly one will rise above the rest.\n\nEmcee Battle – Round by Round\n\nFirst Round: 8 Emcees | 45-second\, 2-round battles | Judged on lyrical ability\, delivery\, stage presence\, crowd response\nSemi-Finals: 4 Emcees | 60-second\, 2-round battles\nFinals: 2 Emcees | 60-second\, 3-round showdownThe mic doesn’t lie—who will claim the crown?\n\nProducer Battle – Round by Round\n\nFirst Round: 8 Producers | 2 beats per battle\, 60 seconds each | Judged on creativity\, sound quality\, originality\, crowd response\nSemi-Finals: 4 Producers | 90-second beats\nFinals: 2 Producers | 3 beats each\, 90 seconds per beatBeats will drop. Legends will rise.\n\n\nAbout C.I.P.H.E.R.\nC.I.P.H.E.R. is an innovative and community collaborative academic center that focuses on the interdisciplinary examination of Hip-Hop with particular emphasis on promoting the elevation of the culture of Hip-Hop. Housed at California State University Northridge (CSUN) in Los Angeles\, C.I.P.H.E.R. fulfills this mission through interactive events that provide critical analysis of the culture of Hip-Hop\, curating the oral and visual history of Hip-Hop\, and documenting the socio-political impact of Hip-Hop regionally\, nationally\, and globally. In addition to examining Hip-Hop linkages to social movements\, C.I.P.H.E.R. explores its impact on industries ranging from sports\, to fashion\, beverages\, to arts\, architecture\, transportation\, and technology. \nSupport CIPHER
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/c-i-p-h-e-r-symposium-2025-best-of-the-best-battles/
LOCATION:CSUN USU – Northridge Center\, 9346 E University Dr\,\, Northridge\, CA\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Diversity and Inclusion,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T193000
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SUMMARY:Spring 2025 Whitsett Lecture: California’s Great Dilemma To Grow or Not Grow in a Time of Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Special Guest: Mark Arax\, Author and Journalist\nAbout this Event:\nJoin us for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion with acclaimed author and journalist Mark Arax as he explores one of California’s most pressing challenges: the tension between growth and sustainability in the face of climate change. Drawing from his extensive research and award-winning works on California’s water\, agriculture\, and land-use policies\, Arax will examine the state’s complex relationship with expansion\, development\, and environmental stewardship. \nAs California grapples with record droughts\, wildfires\, and shifting climate patterns\, the question of whether—and how—the state should continue to grow has never been more urgent. This conversation will delve into the political\, economic\, and ecological forces shaping California’s future\, offering insights into the difficult choices ahead. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the leading voices in investigative journalism and environmental reporting. A Q&A session will follow the talk. \n📅 Date: April 17\, 2025📍 Location: Whitsett Room | Sierra Hall | Room 451⏰ Time: 6:00PM\n✉️ RSVP: Please email in advance to history@csun.edu \nAbout Mark Arax:\nMark Arax is an author and journalist whose writings on California and the West have received numerous awards for literary nonfiction. A former staffer at the Los Angeles Times\, his work has appeared in The New York Times and the California Sunday Magazine. Arax has been called a “21st Century John Steinbeck” for his books that pry open the soul of California. A writer of essays\, history\, biography and journalism\, he is a two-time winner of the California Book Award and a recipient of Stanford University’s William Saroyan International Prize for Writing. His most recent work\, The Dreamt Land: Chasing Water and Dust Across California\,  a national bestseller\, has been hailed by critics as one of the most important books ever written about the West. The New York Times has named the The Dreamt Land and one of Mark’s previous books\, The King of California\, to a short list of California’s best literature over the past 150 years. \nAdditional Information:\n\nA light dinner will be served. Please RSVP via email to history@csun.edu.\nThis event is free and open to the public.\nParking is available in the B3 structure via Info Booth 2 at Prairie St. & Darby Ave. for $10.50.\nFor additional information\, please contact the History Department via email at history@csun.edu.\n\nRequesting Accommodations:\nCommunication services (sign language\, interpreters\, notetakers\, real-time captionists or assistive listening devices) are available for this event. Requests for services must be submitted at least five (5) working days in advance.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/spring-2025-whitsett-lecture-californias-great-dilemma-to-grow-or-not-grow-in-a-time-of-climate-change/
LOCATION:Whitsett Room\, SH 451
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Department of History,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:Asian American Studies Graduation and Student Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This event is a celebration of  the graduating  Asian American Studies Majors and Minors as well as AAS Student Awardees for 2025. \nThe event’s Keynote Speaker is Kimmy Maniquis\, Executive Director of Search to Involve Pilipino Americans (SIPA). \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/asian-american-studies-graduation-student-awards-celebration/
LOCATION:Orchard Conference Center\, 18111 Nordhoff Street\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330\, United States
CATEGORIES:APIDA,Current Students,Diversity and Inclusion,Heritage Month,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:Manuel Vargas\, Professor\, Department of Philosophy\, UCSD
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Bio: Manuel Vargas is a Professor of Philosophy at the University of California San Diego. One facet of his research focuses on the overlap of moral and psychological issues concerning human agency and freedom. A second facet concerns the history of philosophy in Mexico\, and a third focuses on issues in contemporary Latina/o/x/e philosophy. Vargas is the author of the forthcoming Mexican Philosophy (OUP)\, which showcases notable episodes in the history of philosophy in Mexico. He is also the author of Building Better Beings: A Theory of Moral Responsibility (OUP\, 2013)\, which won the American Philosophical Association’s Book Prize in 2015. From 2019-2021\, Vargas and Santiago Amaya (U. de los Andes)\, co-directed a $1.2 million project funded by the John Templeton Foundation to foster philosophical work on free will\, agency\, and responsibility in Latin America. With Clinton Tolley (UC San Diego)\, he directs the Mexican Philosophy Lab at UC San Diego. http://vargasphilosophy.com/ \n  \nAbstract: A variety of philosophers and social theorists have thought that Latinxs don’t fit the usual identity categories in the United States. The category doesn’t seem like a racial category\, because its members can be members of any racial group. It also doesn’t seem especially promising as an ethnic category\, because it is unclear that there is sufficient cultural overlap amongst its members to constitute an ethnic group. Various other proposals—ethnorace\, historical families\, affordances\, and so on—all seem to face their own problems. There is a way to sidestep many of the familiar challenges to the category\, but it comes at the cost of doing both more and less than we might hope for a social identity category. Even so\, this shows us something important about the limits and significance of such categories.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/guest-lecture-manuel-vargas-ucsd/
LOCATION:Maple Hall 130
CATEGORIES:Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T123000
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SUMMARY:CSBS Open Discussion: AI's Role in Our Future
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nCurious about how AI is shaping our future? Join the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences for an open and engaging conversation on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in our world. Share your thoughts\, ask questions\, and explore how this powerful technology influences our daily lives and communities. \nFeatured Guests\nDr. Ellie Kazemi\, Professor\, CSUN Department of Psychology | CSBS Director of AI/VR/AR Initiatives\nDr. Yan Searcy\, Dean\, CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences \nEvent Details\nDay/Date: Monday\, October 27\, 2025\nTime: 12:30PM to 2:00PM\nLocation: Whitsett Room | Sierra Hall\, Room 451 \nRequesting Accommodations\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is 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 no later than end of business day on Monday\, October 20\, 2025. To request accommodations\, please contact Jacqueline Edwards  at 818-677-4035or via email at jacqueline.edwards@csun.edu. \n \n  \nCheck out these other CSBS Events!\nClimate Change Impacts on Power Infrastructure \n \nBike Fest 2025! Save the Date. \n \nWildfire Resiliency Summit
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csbs-open-discussion-ais-role-in-our-future/
LOCATION:Whitsett Room\, SH 451
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Current Students,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Psychology,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251031T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251031T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20251021T222136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T225715Z
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SUMMARY:Africana Studies Week 2025: 4th Annual Plaque Dedication
DESCRIPTION:56th Anniversary: Africana Studies Week 2025\nAbout this Event\n4th Annual Plaque Dedication: Commemoration of Founding Faculty\nJoin the CSUN Department of Africana Studies for the 4th Annual Plaque Dedication Ceremony! This powerful event honors the courageous students\, faculty\, and staff whose activism in 1968 sparked a movement that led to the creation of the Department of Africana Studies. Come celebrate their legacy and be part of an event filled with history\, pride\, and unity! \nDate: Friday\, October 31\, 2025\nTime: 11:30am-2:15pm\nLocation: Between Sierra Hall and Jerome Richfield \nEvent Accessibility\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is 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 no later than end of business day on Monday\, October 27\, 2025. To request accommodations\, please contact Dr. Cedric Hackett at cedric.hackett@csun.edu. \n \nAFRS Week Event: Keynote Address and Faculty Feature Hour \n \nAfricana Studies Week 2025: Alumni Panel Discussion
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/africana-studies-week-2025-4th-annual-plaque-dedication/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Department of Africana Studies":MAILTO:cedric.hackett@csun.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20251021T225320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T230416Z
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SUMMARY:Africana Studies Week 2025: Alumni Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:56th Anniversary: Africana Studies Week 2025\nAlumni Panel Discussion\nModerator: Dr. Lizbeth Gant-Britton\nAlumni Panelists: Dr. Carroll Brown\, Dr. Shante Morgan-Carter\, Patrick Johnson\, Dynasty Taylor\, Troy Strange\, and Professor Tandalea Mercer \nDate: Monday\, November 3\, 2025\nTime: 1:00PM – 2:15PM\nLocation: Flintridge Room (USU) \nEvent Accessibility\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is 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 no later than end of business day on Monday\, October 27\, 2025. To request accommodations\, please contact Dr. Cedric Hackett at cedric.hackett@csun.edu. \n \nAfricana Studies Week 2025: 4th Annual Plaque Dedication \n \nAFRS Week Event: Keynote Address and Faculty Feature Hour
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/africana-studies-week-2025-alumni-panel-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T141500
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20251021T211338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T223820Z
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SUMMARY:AFRS Week Event: Keynote Address and Faculty Feature Hour
DESCRIPTION:56th Anniversary: Africana Studies Week 2025\nFaculty Feature Hour\nDate: November 4\, 2025\nTime: 12:00PM-1:00PM Followed by the the Keynote Address with Dr. Jasmin A. Young\nLocation: Grand Salon in the University Student Union (USU) \n\nKeynote Address with Dr. Jasmin A. Young\nSponsored by the CSUN Department of Africana Studies and the DuBois-Hamer Institute for Academic Achievement \nJoin us for the keynote event of CSUN’s 56th Anniversary Africana Studies Week: “Rooted and Rising—Revitalizing Africana Studies.” Dr. Jasmin A. Young\, Assistant Professor in the Department of Ethnic Studies at UC Riverside\, will deliver an inspiring address that reflects on the power\, purpose\, and evolution of Africana Studies. Grounded in the legacy of truth\, resistance\, and cultural brilliance\, Dr. Young’s talk will explore how revitalizing Africana Studies serves as a catalyst for community empowerment\, academic innovation\, and transformative change. \nCome celebrate over five decades of Africana Studies at CSUN—rooted in history\, rising toward liberation. \nDate: November 4\, 2025\nTime: 1:00PM-2:15PM Following the Faculty Feature Hour\nLocation: Grand Salon in the University Student Union (USU) \n\nEvent Accessibility\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences is 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 no later than end of business day on Monday\, October 27\, 2025. To request accommodations\, please contact Dr. Cedric Hackett at cedric.hackett@csun.edu. \n  \n \nAfricana Studies Week 2025: 4th Annual Plaque Dedication
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/afrs-week-event-keynote-address/
LOCATION:Grand Salon | University Student Union\, 18111 Nordhoff St\, Northridge\, 91330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20251028T233512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T174601Z
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SUMMARY:GIS Tech Day: Mapping Innovation Across STEAM
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nDate:  Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025\nTime: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PMLocation: CSUN Autodesk Technology Engagement Center \nExplore Careers\, Technology\, and Real-World Applications in Geographic Information Systems | Open to all High School and CSUN Students \nGIS Tech Day celebrates the power of geospatial technology and mapping as tools for creative problem-solving across the STEAM disciplines-Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts\, and Mathematics. This event showcases how data-driven mapping and emerging technologies like drones and GIS can inform and inspire new careers and solutions to today’s most pressing challenges\, including wildfire resilience\, business innovation\, environmental sustainability\, and extreme heat.  \nBy integrating science and technology with art\, design\, and decision-making\, GIS Tech Day highlights how spatial thinking connects disciplines\, empowers communities\, and drives innovation for a more resilient and sustainable future. \nFor any questions\, contact Dr. Sheila Steinberg at sheila.steinberg@csun.edu \nAgenda\n\n\n\nTime\nEvent\n\n\n10:00 am\nWelcome – Meet at ATEC\n\n\n10:15 am\nOpening Speaker & GIS Demonstration\n\n\n10:50 am\nTransition\n\n\n11 :00 am\nSession 1: Geospatial Storytelling\n\n\n11 :20 am\nTransition\n\n\n11 :30 am\nSession 2: Wildfire & GIS\n\n\n11 :50 am\nTransition\n\n\n12:00 pm\nSession 3: Music & Technology\n\n\n12:30 pm\nLunch (Please bring your own lunch to the event.)\n\n\n1:00 pm\nGIS and Drone Demonstration\n\n\n1:30 pm\nCareer Talk \nMarketing Considering People\, Place\, and Information\n\n\n\nEvent Accessibility\nThe CSUN College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Institute for Sustainability 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 no later than end of business day on Monday\, November 3\, 2025. To request accommodations\, please contact Dr. Sheila Steinberg at sheila.steinberg@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/gis-tech-day-mapping-innovation-across-steam/
LOCATION:Presentation Room 104\, Autodesk Technology Engagement Center
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Geography and Environmental Studies (GES),Institute for Sustainability,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20251001T222031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T181406Z
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SUMMARY:Wildfire Resiliency Summit
DESCRIPTION:Network\, Innovate and Collaborate\nRSVP to this Event \nWildfires continue to shape the landscapes and communities of Southern California. This interactive gathering will bring together wildfire leaders\, agencies\, community partners\, and grassroots advocates to share their success stories and challenges for establishing wildfire resilience. We are seeking the best practices of our participants to share with others and to build community. \nPurpose:\nThe event will create a dynamic space to celebrate wildfire resilience success stories\, foster cross-sector networking\, and explore innovative models for prevention and preparedness. Participants will leave with new connections\, practical strategies\, and momentum to advance a regional community of practice for wildfire resilience. \nHighlights Include:\n\nLightning Rounds of Success Stories & Challenges – Hear rapid-fire spotlights from Firewise leaders\, fire agencies\, nonprofits\, and community partners.\nInteractive Breakouts: “Shared Risk\, Shared Solutions” – Small groups dive into mutual threat zones\, Firewise expansion\, and trust-building strategies.\nNetworking Games & Commitment Wall – Build relationships and share personal commitments to resilience.\nCo-Creating a Regional Wildfire Model – Collaboratively draft guiding pillars to shape Ventura County’s wildfire-smart future.\n\nSpecial Guests: \n\nDean Yan Searcy\, Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences at CSUN\nJoseph Morelli\, Fire Marshal\, Fire Prevention Bureau\, Ventura County Fire Department\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nFire agencies (CAL FIRE\, Ventura County Fire\, local fire departments)\nFirewise & Fire Safe community leaders\nNonprofits and watershed/environmental groups\nLocal and state government representatives\nAcademic and research institutions\nInsurance and utility partners\nCommunity leaders and volunteers\nCollege Students interested in Sustainability\n\nTogether\, we will surface successes\, identify shared challenges\, and build the foundations of a stronger\, more connected wildfire resilience network. \n\nDate:\nDecember 8\, 2025 \nTime:\n8:30AM to 2:00PM \nLocation:\nVentura County Fire Department Headquarters\n2400 Conejo Spectrum Street\nThousand Oaks\, CA 91320 \n🍴 Food will be provided \n\nRSVP to this Event
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/wildfire-resiliency-summit/
LOCATION:Ventura County Fire Department Headquarters\, 2400 Conejo Spectrum Street\, Newbury Park\, CA\, 91320
CATEGORIES:Alumni,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Institute for Sustainability,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20260107T030034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T182405Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Guest Artist Masterclass - Lucas Meachem\, baritone
DESCRIPTION:1/21/26: Unfortunately this event has been cancelled.\nWe hope to reschedule next year!\n\n\nGuest Artist Masterclass\nLucas Meachem\, baritone\nTuesday January 27th 3-5 pm\, Shigemi Matsumoto Recital Hall \nNo Admission Fee \nProgram to be Announced \nJoin Director of CSUN Music Vocal Arts program\, Hugo Vera\, and students for an intimate masterclass with guest artist Lucas Meachem. Students and repertoire to be announced. \nGrammy® Award-winning baritone Lucas Meachem\, dubbed a “rock star of opera” by Opera Pulse\, is renowned for his mastery of a wide variety of leading operatic roles\, as well as the creation of new ones. An artist whose genuine warmth and enthusiasm resonate deeply with both audiences and colleagues\, Meachem is lauded for his “exceptionally compelling” (Seen and Heard International) performances as he continues to captivate audiences worldwide with his “earnest\, appealing baritone” (The New York Times). \n  \nLEARN MORE ABOUT LUCAS MEACHEM \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in Lot B1
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/guest-artist-masterclass-baritone-lucas-meachem/
LOCATION:Shigemi Matsumoto Recital Hall (via Cypress Hall Courtyard)\, 18236 Nordhoff St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Diversity and Inclusion,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Music,Special Events and Masterclasses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20260115T004250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T000504Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20260305T213616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T145923Z
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SUMMARY:Staying Human in the Age of AI: CSBS Open Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Open Discussion Series: Staying Human in the Age of AI\nWhen and Where\nThursdays | 12:00–1:30 PM \n\nApril 2  (In Person)\nApril 16 (via Zoom)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 898 5500 6864\nPasscode: 312758\nMay 7 (In Person)\n\nWhitsett Room | Sierra Hall\, Room 451 \nOverview\nThis spring\, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS) continues its college-wide exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Virtual Extended Reality (VXR) in education and social services. Supported by Dean Searcy and led by Dr. Ellie Kazemi (Department of Psychology)\, this series creates an open space for thoughtful\, critical conversation about how these technologies are shaping our classrooms\, disciplines\, and daily work. \nPurpose\nOur College is creating space for open dialogue about pressing concerns such as academic integrity\, erosion of learning\, bias\, labor\, sustainability\, and the preservation of academic values—alongside honest discussion about how AI is already influencing our professional and personal lives. Faculty and staff bring diverse perspectives\, from active integration to intentional limits. The goal is not consensus\, but shared understanding and meaningful exchange grounded in our shared academic values. \nWhy Consider Attending?\nNew tools\, headlines\, and workshops about AI seem to emerge daily. The rapid pace of change in the corporate world is spilling into higher education\, and many of us are being asked to respond quickly—sometimes without adequate space to think. \nThis gathering offers an opportunity to pause and reflect. To make sense of what’s happening alongside colleagues who may share your excitement\, your hesitation\, or both. Together\, we can support one another in navigating a fast-moving and uncertain moment\, and consider how to move forward in ways that align with our values and our students’ needs. \nJoin us as we examine possibilities\, address limitations\, and learn from one another’s approaches to teaching\, research\, and community work. \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 818-677-3317 or via email at ashley.rice@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/staying-human-in-the-age-of-ai-csbs-workshops/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Whitsett Room\, SH 451
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Current Students,Faculty Development,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20260309T203112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T144702Z
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SUMMARY:Test Drive the Latest Electric Vehicles at the 5th Annual CSUN EV Car Show!
DESCRIPTION:Test Drive the Latest Electric Vehicles! \nDiscover the future of sustainable transportation at CSUN’s Fifth Annual EV Car Show! Hosted by the Institute for Sustainability and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences\, this event offers hands-on experiences with cutting-edge electric vehicles from top brands. We’ll be showcasing the latest cars and tech from Galpin Motors\, Lucid Motors\, Rivian\, Chargie and Tesla. \nA panel discussion on the EV industry\, will provide valuable insights into the future of electric mobility. Arrive early for giveaways and music. Explore innovation\, sustainability\, and the excitement of electric vehicles! \nDate:\n\nWednesday\, April 15\, 2026\n\nTime:\n\n10:00AM until 3:00PM\nEV Industry Panel Discussion: from 11:30PM until 1:00PM\n\nLocation:\n\nCars will be located near Matador Square\, near the Matador Statue (site of CSUN Farmer’s Market). (See Map)\nEV Industry Panel Discussion\n\nThe Panel Discussion is by invitation only\, please contact the SBS Dean’s Office at (818) 677-3317 if you would like to attend.\nLocation: Sustainability Conference Center in the Institute for Sustainability (See Map)\n\n\n\nParking available in G3 Lot \nCSUN Visitor Parking Information \nAnd the Winner Is!: How Energy Policy Has Influenced the Auto Industry to Move Toward Hybrids\nJoin the Institute for Sustainability and the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences for an interactive panel discussion exploring how energy policy has shaped the automotive industry’s shift toward hybrid vehicles. Industry professionals will share insights into their roles\, academic backgrounds\, and perspectives on how regulations\, incentives\, and evolving energy priorities are influencing innovation and decision-making in the auto sector. The conversation will feature a moderated panel discussion followed by audience Q&A and closing reflections from the panelists. Lunch will be provided for attendees. \nQuestions about this event?\nPlease contact Martha Savelio-Johnson at (818) 677-3317 or via email at martha.saveliojohnson@csun.edu. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/test-drive-the-latest-electric-vehicles-at-the-5th-annual-csun-ev-car-show/
LOCATION:CSUN Matador Square\, 18111 Nordhoff St\, Northridge\, CA\, 91330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Anthropology Department,College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Department of History,Family Friendly,Geography and Environmental Studies (GES),History (CSBS),Lectures and Guest Speakers,Political Science,Political Science,Psychology,Social Work,Sociology,Technology,Urban Studies & Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20260305T213616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T145923Z
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SUMMARY:Staying Human in the Age of AI: CSBS Open Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Open Discussion Series: Staying Human in the Age of AI\nWhen and Where\nThursdays | 12:00–1:30 PM \n\nApril 2  (In Person)\nApril 16 (via Zoom)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 898 5500 6864\nPasscode: 312758\nMay 7 (In Person)\n\nWhitsett Room | Sierra Hall\, Room 451 \nOverview\nThis spring\, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS) continues its college-wide exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Virtual Extended Reality (VXR) in education and social services. Supported by Dean Searcy and led by Dr. Ellie Kazemi (Department of Psychology)\, this series creates an open space for thoughtful\, critical conversation about how these technologies are shaping our classrooms\, disciplines\, and daily work. \nPurpose\nOur College is creating space for open dialogue about pressing concerns such as academic integrity\, erosion of learning\, bias\, labor\, sustainability\, and the preservation of academic values—alongside honest discussion about how AI is already influencing our professional and personal lives. Faculty and staff bring diverse perspectives\, from active integration to intentional limits. The goal is not consensus\, but shared understanding and meaningful exchange grounded in our shared academic values. \nWhy Consider Attending?\nNew tools\, headlines\, and workshops about AI seem to emerge daily. The rapid pace of change in the corporate world is spilling into higher education\, and many of us are being asked to respond quickly—sometimes without adequate space to think. \nThis gathering offers an opportunity to pause and reflect. To make sense of what’s happening alongside colleagues who may share your excitement\, your hesitation\, or both. Together\, we can support one another in navigating a fast-moving and uncertain moment\, and consider how to move forward in ways that align with our values and our students’ needs. \nJoin us as we examine possibilities\, address limitations\, and learn from one another’s approaches to teaching\, research\, and community work. \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 818-677-3317 or via email at ashley.rice@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/staying-human-in-the-age-of-ai-csbs-workshops/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Whitsett Room\, SH 451
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Current Students,Faculty Development,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
CREATED:20260413T212618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T213539Z
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SUMMARY:Jineology The Theory and Practice of Kurdish Womens Liberation
DESCRIPTION:This talk and screening will uplift the theory and practice of Jineology\, the Kurdish Women’s Liberation movement. \nHamoun Dolatshahi is a Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker and founder/CEO of Zagros Film LLC\, a Los Angeles-based studio focused on bold\, socially driven storytelling for film and television. Born in Kermanshah\, Iran\, he came to the U.S. as a refugee in 2010\, and his work explores identity\, migration\, and cultural experience in the diaspora. He holds a BA from UC San Diego and an MFA in Directing and Producing from UCLA. His credits include short films\, music videos\, and work as a producer and assistant director on numerous projects\, including the A24/Netflix series \nBEEF. He will be discussing his latest film JIN (2024)\, which explores Al\, language ethics\, and Kurdish feminist theory. \nFor more information contact: khanum.shaikh@csun.edu
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/jineology-the-theory-and-practice-of-kurdish-womens-liberation/
LOCATION:Maple Hall 204
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:Freedom in Chinese Philosophy
DESCRIPTION:College of Humanities brown bag lecture presents: “Freedom in Chinese Philosophy”\n\n\nWith Dr. Weimin Sun\, Professor of Philosophy and former director of China Institute at CSUN\n\nDate:  Wednesday\, April 22nd\, 2026\nTime:  2:30pm-3:30pm\nLocation:  JR 319\n\nDr. Sun will talk about conceptions of freedom in Chinese philosophy\, especially in Confucianism\, Daoism\, and Buddhism.  He argues that the key to understand Chinese freedom is the notion of control (self-control in particular)\, which can be very helpful to understand contemporary debates on freedom in Western philosophy.\n\nSponsored by the Office of Faculty Programs and Initiatives.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/freedom-in-chinese-philosophy/
LOCATION:JR-319
CATEGORIES:Lectures and Guest Speakers
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SUMMARY:C.I.P.H.E.R. Symposium 2026: Best of the Best Battles
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\nCSUN Center for the Interdisciplinary Pursuit of Hip-Hop Elevation and Research (C.I.P.H.E.R.) \nEmcees. DJs. Producers.\nWatch top talent go head-to-head in epic hip-hop battles—beats\, bars\, and cuts that will shake the stage. As part of the 2025 C.I.P.H.E.R. Symposium\, the Best of the Best Battles showcase the art\, intellect\, and intensity of hip-hop’s finest voices and sound architects. This is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of the global power of hip-hop to build\, challenge\, and connect communities. \n\n📍 Location: Northridge Center | University Student Union (USU) | California State University\, Northridge📅 Date: April 23. 2026🕚 Time: Noon – 4:00 PM🎟️ Admission: FREE & Open to the Public \nIncredible prizes and giveaways from AVID Technologies and many more! \n\nThink you’ve got what it takes? \nCLICK HERE to Register to compete in one of the most electrifying hip-hop events on campus. Bring your skills. Bring your sound. Bring your story. \nMore Than Music\nThis symposium isn’t just about showcasing talent—it’s about pushing the culture forward. Through battles and discussions alike\, we’ll explore hip-hop’s capacity to build community across local\, national\, and global lines. From politics and social justice to commerce and art\, hip-hop continues to move the world. \nSpecial Guest Judges\n\nDJ Revolution\nDJ C-Los of Beat Junkies Institute\nTony Baraz\nCiz\nBishop Lamont\nNadirah X\nOther Surprise Guests\n\nBattle Breakdown and Judging Criteria\nDJ Battle – Round by Round\n\nFirst Round: 16 DJs | 3-minute sets | Judged on song selection\, transitions\, scratching\, crowd response\nSemi-Finals: 8 DJs | 4-minute sets\nFinals: 4 DJs | 5-minute head-to-head setsOnly one will rise above the rest.\n\nEmcee Battle – Round by Round\n\nFirst Round: 8 Emcees | 45-second\, 2-round battles | Judged on lyrical ability\, delivery\, stage presence\, crowd response\nSemi-Finals: 4 Emcees | 60-second\, 2-round battles\nFinals: 2 Emcees | 60-second\, 3-round showdownThe mic doesn’t lie—who will claim the crown?\n\nProducer Battle – Round by Round\n\nFirst Round: 8 Producers | 2 beats per battle\, 60 seconds each | Judged on creativity\, sound quality\, originality\, crowd response\nSemi-Finals: 4 Producers | 90-second beats\nFinals: 2 Producers | 3 beats each\, 90 seconds per beatBeats will drop. Legends will rise.\n\n\nAbout C.I.P.H.E.R.\nC.I.P.H.E.R. is an innovative and community collaborative academic center that focuses on the interdisciplinary examination of Hip-Hop with particular emphasis on promoting the elevation of the culture of Hip-Hop. Housed at California State University Northridge (CSUN) in Los Angeles\, C.I.P.H.E.R. fulfills this mission through interactive events that provide critical analysis of the culture of Hip-Hop\, curating the oral and visual history of Hip-Hop\, and documenting the socio-political impact of Hip-Hop regionally\, nationally\, and globally. In addition to examining Hip-Hop linkages to social movements\, C.I.P.H.E.R. explores its impact on industries ranging from sports\, to fashion\, beverages\, to arts\, architecture\, transportation\, and technology. \nSupport CIPHER
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/c-i-p-h-e-r-symposium-2026-best-of-the-best-battles/
LOCATION:CSUN USU – Northridge Center\, 9346 E University Dr\,\, Northridge\, CA\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Community Engagement,Diversity and Inclusion,Lectures and Guest Speakers,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260416T122646
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SUMMARY:Staying Human in the Age of AI: CSBS Open Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2026 Open Discussion Series: Staying Human in the Age of AI\nWhen and Where\nThursdays | 12:00–1:30 PM \n\nApril 2  (In Person)\nApril 16 (via Zoom)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nMeeting ID: 898 5500 6864\nPasscode: 312758\nMay 7 (In Person)\n\nWhitsett Room | Sierra Hall\, Room 451 \nOverview\nThis spring\, the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences (CSBS) continues its college-wide exploration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Virtual Extended Reality (VXR) in education and social services. Supported by Dean Searcy and led by Dr. Ellie Kazemi (Department of Psychology)\, this series creates an open space for thoughtful\, critical conversation about how these technologies are shaping our classrooms\, disciplines\, and daily work. \nPurpose\nOur College is creating space for open dialogue about pressing concerns such as academic integrity\, erosion of learning\, bias\, labor\, sustainability\, and the preservation of academic values—alongside honest discussion about how AI is already influencing our professional and personal lives. Faculty and staff bring diverse perspectives\, from active integration to intentional limits. The goal is not consensus\, but shared understanding and meaningful exchange grounded in our shared academic values. \nWhy Consider Attending?\nNew tools\, headlines\, and workshops about AI seem to emerge daily. The rapid pace of change in the corporate world is spilling into higher education\, and many of us are being asked to respond quickly—sometimes without adequate space to think. \nThis gathering offers an opportunity to pause and reflect. To make sense of what’s happening alongside colleagues who may share your excitement\, your hesitation\, or both. Together\, we can support one another in navigating a fast-moving and uncertain moment\, and consider how to move forward in ways that align with our values and our students’ needs. \nJoin us as we examine possibilities\, address limitations\, and learn from one another’s approaches to teaching\, research\, and community work. \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 818-677-3317 or via email at ashley.rice@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/staying-human-in-the-age-of-ai-csbs-workshops/2026-05-07/
LOCATION:Whitsett Room\, SH 451
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence (AI),College of Social and Behavioral Sciences,Current Students,Faculty Development,Lectures and Guest Speakers
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