Dr. Teresa Huerta (Literacy, Early, Bilingual and Special Education) and Marcela Magdaleno (Study Abroad and International Exchange Office) presented at the VII International Qualitative Research Conference on June 25 at the University of Guanajuato, Mexico. The presentation focused on creating dialogue with audience participants on their study abroad experiences and partnerships with other international institutions, such as the University of Guanajuato. Based on the dialogue, it was found that others institutions have similar interest in multilingualism and are expanding their study abroad programs for the purpose of enhancing professional development and preparing graduate students to function in today’s global society. See more about study abroad opportunities.

Dr. Rajee Amarasinghe (Mathematics) was honored by the California State University Chancellor’s Office as one of 26 CSU faculty members who will receive 2018-19 Faculty Innovation and Leadership Award at the CSU Graduation Initiative 2025 Symposium, Oct. 17-18, at San Diego State University. This inaugural award recognizes outstanding faculty who are implementing innovative practices and have demonstrated leadership in improving student success at the department, college or university level. See more.

Jose Lomeli (Curriculum and Instruction) published a book titled Outstanding Beyond the Fields with Kendall Hunt Publishing Company. The book is about the impact outdoor education has had on migrant farm working families over the past fifty years. Jose co-authored the book with Augie Perez, a UC emeriti faculty who has worked with him for the past 28 years implementing leadership and personal development education for disadvantaged migrant students.