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For Alumni and Friends of CSU Dominguez Hills
March 2024
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Maureen McCarthey Gives Education Students a Boost
CSUDH alumna and retired educator Maureen McCarthey is much more than a philanthropist. For the students she helps, she’s a mentor, a cheerleader—and a friend. Since 2001, she has donated more than $1 million to the College of Education through her Maureen McCarthey Foundation...
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CSUDH Hosts CA Senate Candidate Forum
On Feb. 1, students and community members had the opportunity to listen to California Senate District 35 candidates share their visions for the region in the lead up to the March 5 California primary election...
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CSUDH Reuniting with Alumni in Sacramento
On Feb. 20, the Alumni Office visited Toro faithful who live and work in Sacramento. We were glad to visit the state capitol to network and update alumni on campus news and the changes forthcoming.
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CSUDH Ranked First in the Nation for Social Mobility
CSUDH has been ranked first in the nation on CollegeNET, Inc.’s 2023 Social Mobility Index, a benchmark for universities according to how effectively they graduate students from low-income backgrounds into good-paying jobs...
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Homecoming 2024
CSUDH's Homecoming festivities have concluded. Starting with a spirited banner decorating contest on February 12, students infused Toro pride into the East walkway alongside food and giveaways. A lively kickoff ceremony ushered in Homecoming Week, offering entertainment and more giveaways. Creative office decorations from campus departments added to the festive vibe.
Students explored opportunities to engage further with the campus during the Club & Organization Involvement Fair, and student scholars shared research projects at the Student Research Conference. A dynamic Yard Show by Delta Sigma Theta showcased our Toro talent, and thrilling athletic competitions in Softball, Women's, and Men's basketball against Sonoma State University capped off the celebration, uniting the CSUDH community in Toro spirit.
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Assistant Professor of Psychology Kaylie Carbine on How to Keep Healthy New Year Resolutions
Now that 2024 is a few weeks underway, some of us are discovering how difficult it can be to maintain new year resolutions. For those focused on improving health through January and beyond, Associate Professor of Psychology Kaylie Carbine has expert advice on how to stay on track...
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Historic Filipinotown
Filipino Americans work to make their heritage more visible in Los Angeles. In this episode, host Nathan Masters explores the yo-yo's surprising origin story, tours L.A.'s Historic Filipinotown neighborhood (a.k.a. "HiFi") in a Jeepney and tastes classic Filipino street food...
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Unleashing the Power of the Toro Heart:
Join us in our goal to reach 300 Donors Today!
On March 20, 2024, Toros across the globe will come together for Toro Giving Day, a day that embodies the essence of our community's spirit. More than a day, it's the start of a tradition celebrating kindness, passion, and the extraordinary power within our Toro hearts. We're calling on all of you to give and participate in this historic day.
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STAY INVOLVED
Tune in for special guest lectures, theatre productions, concerts, and more!
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“& Still We Bloom,” an Exhibition by Contemporary Visual Artist Cristina Martinez
December 11, 2023 - May 17, 2024
Multicultural Art Gallery, University Library
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“Bronze, Silver, and Gold,” an Exhibition by Pau S. Pescador
February 3 - April 20, 2024
University Art Gallery
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Volunteer for "Toro Day"
April 6, 2024
10:00am - 2:00pm PST
CSUDH North Lawn
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CSU Washington DC Alumni Reception with Congressional Delegation & Staff
April 10, 2024 - Save the Date
6:00pm EST
Rayburn House Office Building
Registration coming soon...
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CLASS NOTES
Recent accomplishments of fellow Toros.
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Tyais Dial (BS ‘06) is the new principal for Spangdahlem High School in Germany within the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) - Europe West District. She has worked as a DoDEA teacher and administrator and has held various positions in Southern California, such as public school teacher, paraprofessional, administrative assistant, WorkAbility Job Development teacher for Special Education Students, and Executive Assistant for the Superintendent of Educational Services.
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David Dumais (BS ‘83) has been the Fire Chief of the City of Torrance since December 2022. Over the last 36 years, has served as a Firefighter, Fire Investigator, Firefighter Paramedic, Fire Engineer, and Fire Captain for the Torrance Fire Department. Chief Dumais has been a member of the City’s Emergency Preparation Advisory Team working in the areas of emergency management, EOC activation, secondary EOC development, exercise design and planning, hazard mitigation planning, and critical Infrastructure identification. He is an adjunct Fire Technology instructor at El Camino College and was recently appointed to represent the California Fire Chiefs’ Association as the Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) Forum Board representative for Southern California.
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Maria De Fatima S. Manning (BA ‘21) passed at the age of 91 on Jan. 22, 2024. She was 88 when she received her degree. Ms. Manning was a student on campus from 1996 – 2021, having attended CSUDH off and on for 25 years. Maria was a Liberal Arts major/Spanish minor and could often be found in the lobby of the library waiting for her next class.
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FACULTY HIGHLIGHTS
Our faculty members participate in conferences around the world, conduct groundbreaking research, and publish books and journal papers that contribute to their field and highlight their expertise. View the latest >
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 | Toros Helping Toros! Post your internships and job opportunities with the CSUDH Career Center.
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to support scholarships and other campus initiatives.
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