Dr. John Wakabayashi, professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, was interviewed on regional earthquake activity, noting that while small earthquakes can be felt across California, the San Joaquin Valley faces a lower seismic hazard than Southern California, the Bay Area or the Central Coast.

This story ran on FOX26 (Feb. 5) Earthquakes: Preparing for the 'big one'

Barlow Der Mugrdechian, professor in the Department of Armenian Studies, was quoted on the targeting of Armenian communities through unfounded criminal narratives, emphasizing the historical context of Armenian migration and warning that such rhetoric echoes patterns used to marginalize immigrant populations.

This story ran in Mtshasta News (Jan. 30) Newsom files complaint over Dr. Oz’s Armenian‑focused Los Angeles video

Dr. Thomas Holyoke, professor in the Department of Political Science, was quoted on the historical significance of protest in American democracy, noting that peaceful assembly has deep roots dating back to the nation’s founding and is protected under the First Amendment.

This story ran on ABC30 (Jan. 30) Fresno protests, student walkouts and business closures mark nationwide strike against ICE

Dr. George Vozikis, lecturer in the Department of Management, was quoted on how American Express’s premium brand strategy and customer base make balance transfer promotions a poor fit for its business model.

This story ran in WalletHub (Feb. 3) Best American Express Balance Transfer Credit Cards