Regional Nexus for Health & Allied Health Professions

The Work of Becoming! 

Dear CHHSN Community,

March offers a natural checkpoint in the academic year. The early momentum of the semester has settled, and this is when steady, focused, and intentional progress truly takes shape.

As Toro Nation continues conversations around enrollment growth, retention, Academic Portfolio Transformation, and resource stewardship, I want to center us on one message: stay focused and aligned! Our CHHSN Strategic Plan 2025-2030 remains our anchor. The priorities we identified together, strengthening student success, advancing academic excellence, building workforce pathways, and stewarding our resources responsibly, are fully aligned with the university and CSU direction. We are not chasing every new conversation. We are moving forward with clarity and purpose.

This is the ongoing “work of becoming”. Our students are preparing for professional practice. Faculty guide and challenge them. Staff keep our programs strong behind the scenes. Real growth happens through steady effort and shared responsibility. As we move through the remainder of the semester, we will stay aligned with our commitments, make thoughtful adjustments when needed, and manage our resources with care and transparency. 

Go Toros!

Mi-Sook Kim, Dean

March 2026 CHHSN Event and Activity Calendar This is our College’s Working Calendar with constant change and updates as any additions or changes arise! 

CHILD DEVELOPMENT 

🎉Ms. Nara Yun and Dr. Meg Kuwabara for presenting at the Meredith Fellows Implementation Conference! Their session, “CalFTPA and Your Program: Real Applications,” showcased practical strategies and insights for advancing program implementation and supporting faculty and students.

CLINICAL SCIENCE

🌟Ms. Sarah Turkel, Ms. Maria Ramirez-Vasquez, Dr. Jahan Abdi, and Dr. Payman Nasr's article, “Evaluating the Impact of Remote Teaching on Competency-Based Outcomes in Clinical Laboratory Education,” has been accepted for publication in the American Journal of Clinical Pathology, a leading journal in laboratory medicine. The study provides timely evidence on how remote teaching models influence competency development and workforce preparation in clinical laboratory education.

HUMAN SERVICES 

🎤Faculty Podcast: Dr. La-Quesha Robinson, Department of Human Services, offers the podcast on Helping Hands, Healing Minds. The series explores the connection between compassionate service and mental wellness, offering thoughtful conversations and practical insights that support our students and strengthen the communities we serve.

SCHOOL OF NURSING

📝 Dr. Samira Moughrabi – Manuscript “Structured Peer Mentorship Improves Self-Efficacy Among Nurse Practitioner Students” accepted in Journal for Nurse Practitioners.

🎤 Dr. Cathy Andrade & Dr. Terri Ares – Presented “Summer Nursing Associate and Bachelor’s Degree Dual Enrollment: An Expedited Path” at the 24th Annual Hawaiian International Conference on Education

SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH SCIENCES

Dr. Obinna O. Oleribe, School of Public Health and Health Sciences, published  "Transforming Public Health Practice with Artificial Intelligence: A Framework Driven Approach" in Healthcare. This exciting work showcases our faculty's innovation in applying AI to improve public health and healthcare management. 

MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK

🎉The MSW Practicum Event held on February 5, 2026, was a tremendous success, bringing together 63 community partners agencies and our students for a dynamic afternoon of connection and opportunity. Students engaged with agencies across a wide range of practice settings, gaining valuable insight into practicum placements while building meaningful professional networks.

Marc Maye from the Kinesiology Department recently appeared on News LA Live to discuss Project Blue, sharing insights on its impact, goals, and the innovative work happening at California State University, Dominguez Hills and in the local communities. Watch Full Video.

Toro Health Pathways (THP) & Work Based Learning (WBL)

📚Our THP and WBL programs recently visited Bravo Medical Magnet School in Los Angeles, where they shared information about Health Professions (THP & WBL) programs and California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) with over 200 students. The session provided valuable insights into academic opportunities, program pathways, and resources for students interested in teaching and health professions careers.

Students had the chance to ask questions, explore options, and connect directly with the program directors, strengthening the pipeline between local high schools and higher education.

💡On February 26, 2026, Toro Health Pathways Peer Mentors hosted the “You Are Not Alone” Men’s Mental Health event, bringing together students across campus for a powerful conversation on connection and support. Participants had the chance to gain meaningful connections, meet with faculty and peer mentors, and receive personalized guidance to support both their academic and personal growth.

The event provided a safe and welcoming space to openly talk, share experiences, and receive valuable insight and support, reinforcing that no student has to navigate challenges alone. 

Student Research Conference 2026

📊On March 3–5, 2026, students at CSUDH will take the stage at the annual Student Research Conference (SRC 2026) to showcase their research, creativity, and scholarly work across a variety of disciplines. We’re excited to see the innovative projects CHHSN students will present. Explore the full schedule and session details here: SRC 2026 Schedule.

Toro Giving Day: March 18

Join in the campuswide day of support for our students. Every gift, at any level, strengthens scholarships, programs, and critical resources that directly impact student success. Here is the link for the college and specific programs: Donation Link or Toro Giving link. 

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