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David Yaghoubian (history) discussed the latest news in Iran-U.S. relations, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was interviewed about the increase in hate crimes over the past year.
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CSUSB becomes the first public university in the nation to launch a blended comprehensive campaign that includes philanthropic fundraising and funding for grants and research.
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John Wu (information and decision sciences) joined a conversation on the impact of the Mojave Inland Port on the supply chain and transportation, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) discussed a report on the increasing hate crimes in Los Angeles.
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Breanna Putman (biology) co-authored a paper focused on how climate change may affect lizards, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was interviewed on topics related to hate crimes and extremism.
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Auditions are open for the San Bernardino Symphony Youth Ensemble, directed by Nicholas Bratcher (music), Kelly Campbell (psychology) discusses getting out of toxic relationships, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was interviewed for articles on the FBI seizing classified documents from the Florida home of former President Donald Trump.
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Claire Todd (geological sciences) was featured in an article about climate change and the melting Emmons Glacier on Mount Rainier, Meredith Conroy (political science) shared her insights on the Aug. 9 primary elections, and Brian Levin (criminal justice) was interviewed on topics related to hate crimes and extremism.
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Recent news media coverage highlighted the expertise of Vincent Nestler (information and decision sciences), Stuart Sumida (biology), Montgomery Van Wart (public administration), Katherine Gray (art) and Brian Levin (criminal justice).
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Codi Lazar (geological science), Riguad Joseph (social work), Brian Levin (criminal justice), David Yaghoubian (history), Stuart Sumida (biology), Fadi Muheidat (computer sciences), Kristi Papailler (theatre arts) and Wagner Prado (kinesiology) were mentioned in recent news coverage.
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In spite the number of strongmen dictators around the world, there is political leadership that embodies civility and compassion, such as that exhibited by New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern, according to a study by Montgomery Van Wart, CSUSB professor of public administration.