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‘Love in L.A.’: One on one with Benito Gómez Madrid

Modern languages professor talks new book, and how Los Angeles transforms love into a journey of identity. Editor’s note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. “Love in L.A.” explores the contradictions of a city where glamour collides with grit and where brief encounters can leave lasting impressions. The book positions Los Angeles […]

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Blue-collar drama ‘Sweat’ to close out Fall season at University Theatre

Pulitzer Prize-winning play highlights working-class identity amid industry collapse and change. The shuttering of an industrial plant is the central conflict of “Sweat,” the Pulitzer Prize-winning work of playwright Lynn Nottage. The play, set to premiere Dec. 3 at the University Theatre, will close out the Theatre Department’s fall season. Set in the industrial town […]

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Toros call for justice at day of the dead celebration

La Casita hosted the day of the dead celebration by honoring women and femmes lost to gender violence. Editor’s note—Content warning: This story makes reference to femicide, intimate partner violence, and domestic abuse. Ofelia Esparza blessed the altars on the North Lawn Nov. 6 to commence the start of Dia de Los Muertos at CSUDH. […]

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Student Health Center offers AI ‘Do’s and Don’ts’

Staff encourage Toros to seek in-person support in-person, rather than answers from platforms like ChatGPT. Editor’s note–Content warning: This story contains references to suicide and self–harm. Finals season at CSUDH brings its usual mix of late-night study sessions, packed schedules, and rising stress levels. With classes, jobs, and personal responsibilities competing for time, many Toros […]

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‘Know Your Rights’ workshop offers guidance on ICE

Faculty-led teach-in followed increased enforcement in Los Angeles. Amid concerns about increased immigration enforcement across Los Angeles, the Dominguez Hills chapter of the California Faculty Association hosted a Rapid Response Teach-In on Nov. 14 to inform Toros about their rights on campus. The workshop — a joint effort of the CFA-DH Chicane/Latine Caucus and Immigration […]