Betsy Hays, professor, Department of Media, Communications and Journalism, was interviewed on the evolution of education, highlighting changes in technology, teaching methods and student support, aligning with MCJ’s mission to prepare and inspire the next generation of communicators by equipping them with the tools to succeed in their own way.

This story ran in The Business Journal (June 20) Executive Profile: Betsy Hays

Dr. Angel Gonzalez, assistant professor, Department of Educational Leadership, Courtney Hill, lecturer, Department of Sociology and Dr. Peter Robertson, director, Alumni Relations and Annual Giving, were interviewed on how the Imperial Dove Court De Fresno creates transformative community through service, support, and belonging.

This story ran in Kings River Life Magazine (June 21) Imperial Dove Court De Fresno

Dr. Thomas Loewenheim, professor, Department of Music, was interviewed about his role in organizing and directing the Fresno Summer Orchestra Academy, also known as FOOSA. He discussed the program’s mission to provide intensive orchestral and chamber music training for young musicians, as well as the academy’s impact on the local and international music community.

This story aired on KSEE24/CBS47 (June 24) FOOSA Fresno Summer Orchestra Academy

Dr. Luis Fernando Macias, associate professor, Department of Chicano and Latin American Studies, was quoted on the emotional struggles and uncertainty immigrant students face during difficult political times, urging educators to support and be guided by their resilience.

This story ran in Univision Fresno (July 1) Between books, dreams, and a migration crisis: when education becomes intertwined with migration

Eddie West, assistant vice president and senior international officer, was quoted on the UAE’s new ranking criteria, voicing concern that it limits student opportunities, as Fresno State’s lack of global top-100 status hinders recruitment from the underutilized Middle East region.

This story ran in THE PIE ( June 25) UAE’s new study abroad rules spark uni ranking concerns