By Marco Negrete Staff Writer Cal State Dominguez Hills has received a $5.85 million grant to increase the number of Hispanic and low-income students in STEM fields, those pursuing careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The U.S. Department of Education, which is working to increase the number of underrepresented Americans in STEM-related professions, awarded […]
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CSUDH to spend November honoring veterans
By Lili Ramirez Staff Writer On Nov. 11, America pays its respects to those who’ve served by celebrating Veteran’s Day. The country takes pride in celebrating courageous veterans, who have solemn pride for their country and have participated in these acts of heroism. And there are plenty of CSUDH vets, who will be recognized for […]
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Dia de los Muertos honors the dead, and upholds cultural tradition
By Erik Flores Staff Writer Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a tradition originating from Mexico, where families honor and remember their deceased relatives. People celebrate by creating altars for their departed loved ones that are filled with their favorite foods and drinks. These are typically adorned with candles, sugar skulls […]
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Dia de los Muertos event brings strong cultural connection
By Lili Ramirez Staff Writer Cal State Dominguez Hills held a traditional ceremony celebrating Dia de los Muertos and honoring the Mexican culture. A day that is celebrated all throughout Mexico, is becoming a holiday that is also acknowledged internationally by many other cultures. The event was held on the campus’ north lawn where different […]
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Electric performances at Halloween show
By Edgar Uriostegui Staff Writer The College of Arts & Humanities, the Music Department and Mu Phi Epsilon Gamma Sigma Chapter presented the fourth Annual Halloween Concert on Oct. 27. The event put a unique spin on classic, operatic, pop and punk music – all interpreted by trained musicians. Mary Au and Kathy Bailey Cunningham […]