Even in a mostly virtual academic world, the work continues, and on April 22, five CSUDH faculty members were formally recognized for their work during the faculty awards ceremony. Each of the awards has a different focus, but whether chosen for distinction in terms of on-class instruction, research and scholarship, service to the university or […]
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Why I must earn a college degree as a parent of a young child
Melanie Gerner returned to school 16 years after dropping out of community college because she wanted to provide a better life for her daughter and today is pursuing a Master’s Degree. Photo courtesy of Melanie Gerner. By Melanie Gerner, Contributing Reporter Editor’s Note: Republished from EdSource.org After dropping out of high school and community college […]
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Trials and Tribulations: A Mother, A Student, A Employee
After studying for my bachelor’s degree for the last 10 years, I won’t be walking to the stage to accept that diploma by myself; my child will be with me every step of the way. Photo by Desiree Lee. By Desiree Lee, Staff Reporter Palms sweating, heavy breathing and endless nights that drift off into […]
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My Motherless Mother’s Day
While Mother’s Day can be a happy day for some, for others it can be anything but celebratory – bringing up painful memories and feelings of loss. Illustration by Darlene Maes. By Darlene Maes, Managing Editor Editor’s Note: Trigger warning – The context of this story contains references to substance abuse and self-harm. You can’t do […]
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Netflix’s “Crip Camp” is a powerful documentary of Disabled Empowerment
“Netflix’s documentary feature “Crip Camp” showcases the activists behind one of the longest occupational sit-ins in San Francisco’s history. Photo courtesy Netflix. By Destiny Jackson, Arts & Entertainment Editor Though the 2021 Oscar-nominated documentary “Crip Camp” was robbed of a well-deserved award—to a film about a man who befriends an Octopus— this documentary still has […]