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October 20, 2026

The Emmy- and Grammy-winning comedian captivated an audience at her recent appearance with candid stories of childhood challenges, resilience and her journey to stardom.

An L.A. County vote center will be open in Redwood Hall, October 24 through November 3 (Election Day), offering convenient in-person voting (and free voter parking!) for all registered L.A. County voters.

Doug Emhoff ’87 joined students, alumni and entertainment industry leaders for a thought-provoking conversation about AI’s impact on Hollywood, the future of creative careers and why the human touch will always matter.

Discover how Matadors are turning shared experiences into lasting friendships and a sense of belonging. Hear from students building community and learn more about the organizations and resources that bring people together on campus.

CSUN Giving Day will take place March 3 and 4, 2027. Learn more about how to include your program or department in CSUN’s Giving Day 2027 campaign.

A heartbreaking dark comedy about three siblings returning to their parents’ birth country to bury their grandfather... whom no one will mourn. Diana Burbano’s deeply moving and surprisingly funny play blends magical realism with sharp humanity. 

Beach Boys co-founder Al Jardine gathers the Pet Sounds Band to share the best of Brian Wilson’s iconic music.

Through demonstrations, discussion, and hands-on exploration, participants will discover ways AI can support everyday work, creativity, career development, and personal well-being—from drafting and brainstorming to working with documents, data, images, and other content.

Help spread the word about Open House, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, October 23. Prospective students and their families can explore academic programs, connect with faculty and staff, learn about campus resources and experience what makes CSUN special.

Enjoy an inspiring afternoon of choral artistry at The Soraya, as singers from four area high schools join CSUN’s Northridge Singers for a multi-ensemble showcase.

Explore storytelling, games, creative writing, philosophy and civic imagination through interactive workshops and exhibits at CSUN’s first College of Humanities Worldbuilding Festival, November 6 and 7. Register to attend Friday’s keynote address and Saturday’s interactive sessions at the USU East Conference Center.

Celebrate five years of this free family event, hosted by the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. BikeFest features group bike rides, vendors, outdoor spin classes, face painting and lots of fun for all ages.

Salute to Service Week features special celebrations for student-veterans, veterans’ dependents, faculty and staff members who served, women veterans and more. Check out the calendar of events and join the celebration.