Julie Moore, catalog librarian, Special Collections Research Center, presented "Words Matter: Inclusive Description Task Force," a webinar and panel discussion with librarians Luiz Mendez (CSU Northridge) and Allison Bailund (San Diego State) on Oct. 17. The webinar attracted 685 registrants from across the U.S., the U.K., Canada, Australia, the Netherlands, Greece, Hong Kong, and New Zealand, making this an international event.

The subject was how library catalogers make a difference in evaluating and updating the terms we use to search for materials as part of their social justice efforts. Reactions to the webinar were overwhelmingly positive. The recording is available to everyone.

Mindy Kates, survivor advocate, Student Health and Counseling Center, received the Outstanding Alumni Award presented by Central Unified School District for her service to the community and commitment to youth. Kates serves as the head of Survivor Advocacy Services at the Student Health and Counseling Center, and has over 24 years of experience working in the community.

"I feel honored to have received this award because it is not often that those of us who do confidential work, get acknowledged for the work we do for our community," Kates said. "Getting this award during Domestic Violence Awareness Month made it more special and it was a very heartfelt moment."