Seminar examines how heightened enforcement measures fuel fear among undocumented and mixed-status communities. The Psychology Department’s recent Toro Talk highlighted a growing concern on campus: how the current climate toward immigration status is driving mental-health challenges among undocumented and immigrant students. In recent months, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has significantly increased the number of […]
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‘Executive Transitions’: Mary Ann Villarreal appointed interim CSUDH president
As President Parham exits, campus faces test of leadership and trust. Cal State Dominguez Hills will begin the spring semester with a new chief executive. Outgoing CSUDH President Thomas A. Parham announced on Nov. 19 that the Cal State Chancellor’s Office has named Mary Ann Villarreal as interim president. “Please join me in welcoming her […]
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CSUDH considers discontinuing six degree programs
Labor Studies, Philosophy among programs under review as university grapples with financial woes and declining enrollment. Facing declining enrollment and a growing budget deficit, Cal State Dominguez Hills is considering six academic programs for potential discontinuance. The review comes as the university reassesses its priorities in light of a $15 million budget shortfall. On Nov. […]
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First-generation college students reflect on rising challenges
Toros celebrate achievements and share their concerns about the future. The 7th annual “First-Generation College Celebration” took place Nov. 7 in the Loker Student Union Ballroom. The event was hosted by First Gen Toros, which brings together students, faculty, and CSUDH alumni to support and uplift first-generation college students. The event opened with a recognition […]
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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. […]