Events

Conversation with Lydia Emily - Wednesday, October 30th, 11:30AM

On Wednesday, October 30^th at 11:30am in the Ferman Presentation Room, University Library, The English Department is hosting an event with artist and activist Lydia Emily, and is one of the preeminent female street artists of our time. Her mural on skid row which honors a survivor of sex-trafficking is her longest-standing untouched and untagged mural. Her art is very political and the event seeks to foster the connection between art and politics. In addition, Lydia Emily is a spokesperson for the MS Society and is the subject of a beautiful documentary, The Art of Rebellion;  we urge you to watch the trailer for the documentary at that link if you want to see a little more about her.  The synopsis states "The Art of Rebellion follows activist, street artist and single mother, Lydia Emily, as she defies a crippling progressive multiple sclerosis diagnosis threatening to take away her life and livelihood. Fighting against the unforgiving healthcare system while battling the symptoms sending her there, Lydia ties paintbrushes to her failing hands and creates large-scale works of creative resistance." She has a memoir that will be published in September, another attempt of hers to document her life and legacy before she "loses memory" even more. Please watch this documentary & learn more about Lydia Emily below! Learn more HERE! Register for the event HERE!

The Body-Mind-Heart Connection: How Practicing Mindfulness Can Change our Relationship to Stress - Friday, August 23rd 12:00PM-1:15PM

This workshop will explore definitions of mindfulness, how stress reduces our ability to cope with life’s challenges, and how mindfulness can help us meet life’s challenges. Session participants will have a chance to practice meditation and mindfulness movement. Options for further practice will be provided. Information on the 8-week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course offered by the Institute will also be discussed. The presentation will be given by Mirna Troncoso Sawyer, PhD, MPH, Director, Institute for Community Health and Wellbeing, Associate Professor, Public Health Program, Health Sciences (HSCI) Department, CSUN. Register for the event HERE!

Annual Community-Based Research and Service Learning Symposium - Friday, April 26th from 10:00AM-1:00PM

On Friday, April 26th from 10:00AM-1:00PM at the Extended University Commons we are hosting our Annual Community-Based Research and Service Learning Symposium. This event gives faculty, students, and community partners a chance to showcase the incredible work they have done for their community-based (service) learning projects. On top of the honor of receiving a nomination to present at the virtual Symposium showcasing and celebrating their work, they can win prizes up to $500. To learn more about and RSVP for the event, please click HERE!

We hope that you can join us in person for this special celebration!