Dubois-Hamer Institute

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DuBois-Hamer Institute for Academic Achievement

Mission

The mission of the DuBois-Hamer Institute for Academic Achievement (DHIAA) is to promote student success through community and campus partnerships. We cultivate active and collaborative partnerships with faculty, staff and students across the CSUN campus community; work with local groups and organizations in Los Angeles County; and provide service to cultural and educational institutions in the community.

Featured Events

Screening and Panel Discussion: Eve After Dark

Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 7:00pm

Eve After Dark Marquee

Join the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Department of Africana Studies for a screening of the documentary film "Eve After Dark." From humble beginnings to Super Bowl LVI recognition, the story of Eve After Dark, is one man’s triumph to create a safe space for Compton’s youth in the early 1980s. Get more information about this event.

8th Annual Black Youth Guidance Forum: Save the Date

Saturday, April 8, 2023 - 9:30am to 2:30pm

Yorri Berry

Please join us for the 8th Annual Black Youth Guidance Forum (BYGF). The theme for this year's event is Operationalizing Equity: A JEDI Care Imperative, Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, with keynote speaker Yorri Berry, Director of Youth Partnerships, National Network for Youth. Learn more about this event.