“Carl Laemmle” – free public screening
Sunday, March 8, 2020 - 10:00am
"Carl Laemmle" is a fascinating and enjoyable documentary about the extraordinary life story of Carl Laemmle, the German-Jewish immigrant who founded Universal Pictures, saved over 300 Jewish families from Nazi Germany, created University City, and gave his name to the Laemmle Theater chain. Read more
Ethiopian Jews in Israel Today
Tuesday, February 25, 2020 - 2:00pm to 3:15pm
Don Seeman, Associate Professor in the Department of Religion and the Institute for Jewish Studies at Emory University, and author of One People, One Blood: Ethiopian-Israelis and the Return to Judaism (Rutgers University Press, 2009), will speak about Ethiopian Israelis' perspectives on their lives in Israel. Read more
Film Screening: "And I Danced" with Chris Martin from Kid N Play
Monday, February 24, 2020 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
The tribute, celebration and untold stories of the dancers who helped birth Hip-Hop culture. Please join the Department of Africana Studies, in association with the Department of Cinema and Television Arts, for a reception and screening of the documentary film "And I Danced" followed by a Q&A with writer and director Chris Martin from Kid N Play. Seating is limited, please RSVP here for this event.
Valentine’s Week at the Library - Arts & Crafts and More!
Monday, February 10, 2020 - 7:45am to Friday, February 14, 2020 - 6:45pm
Love is in the air! Make your own valentines, have a blind date with a book and more. Read more
Photography through the African American Lens
Tuesday, February 25, 2020 - 2:00pm to 4:30pm
Join us as we view African American life from both sides of the camera. Presentations illustrate the topic from past, present, and future perspectives. Read more
Moving in Harmony: Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of the TCC/Music & Media
Thursday, March 5, 2020 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
In celebration of the renovation and merger, you are cordially invited to a grand re-opening event. Read more
Distinguished Speaker Series Ft. Paul Dali
Wednesday, March 11, 2020 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Come hear from Paul Dali, CSUN alumnus, former GM of Apple and current Chairman of Holon Solutions. He will discuss how technology and innovation will impact our future. Read more
Trends in Global Anti-Semitism
Wednesday, February 19, 2020 - 9:30am to 10:45am
Sharon Nazarian, Senior Vice President for International Affairs for Anti-Defamation League, will delve into the rise of anti-Semitism and extremism around the globe – what is happening; why it is happening; who is enabling it; how it is impacting Jewish communities around the world; and what governments, civil society and responsible individuals can do about it. Read more
Bi-Annual Men of Color Enquiry & Student Research Session Fall 2020
Wednesday, November 18, 2020 - 11:00am to 1:30pm
Please join us for the Fall 2020 Bi-Annual Men of Color Enquiry & Student Research Oral-Poster Session. The theme for this semester's event is Roots of Resilience: The Renaissance of the Black Male with special guest, Marq Hawkins, also known as, DJ Cli-N-Tel. Get more information about this event.
93Queen - free public screening
Sunday, February 2, 2020 - 10:00am
This fascinating documentary chronicles the conflict within the Brooklyn Hasidic community when, in 2014, Orthodox women established an all-female volunteer ambulance service. Read more