CSUB Ethnic Studies Department

Join us for a powerful documentary screening of Manzanar, Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust. Followed by conversation with filmmaker Ann Kaneko.

This thought provoking film explores the lasting impacts of water diversion in California, centering on Manzanar and the Owens Valley highlighting critical connections between environmental justice, history, and community resilience.

Open to all!

Let’s come together to learn, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue.

📍December Room, Walter Stern Library
Thursday, February 5th 2026, 5:30pm-7:00pm

🎉✨ Happy New Year from the CSUB Ethnic Studies Department! ✨🎉

As we welcome 2026, we extend our warmest wishes to our students, faculty, staff, and community partners. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our growing Ethnic Studies family.

May this new year bring you inspiration, growth, and meaningful opportunities. We look forward to another year of learning, collaboration, and community-building together.

💙💛 Cheers to 2026!
CSUB Ethnic Studies Department

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from the CSUB Ethnic Studies Department! ✨🎄

As we celebrate this season of joy, community, and reflection, we want to extend our warmest wishes to all of our students, faculty, staff, and community partners. May your day be filled with peace, love, and meaningful moments with those who matter most.

Thank you for being part of our growing Ethnic Studies family. We look forward to continuing this important work together in the new year. 💛💙

Wishing you a safe, restful, and beautiful holiday season.
Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!

Ethnic Studies Department

Don’t miss out! $20 tickets for this Saturdays 115th anniversary celebration of Sociedad Juárez!

🎉 Calling All CSUB Students! 🎉
The 17th Annual Gender Matters Symposium is happening April 17, 2026, and submissions are officially OPEN!

Are you working on research, poetry, art, theatre, or a performance piece connected to themes of gender, sexuality, q***r studies, trans studies, or women’s studies?
✨ We want to feature YOUR work!

💡 Categories Include:
🔹 Lightning Talks (5–7 mins)
🔹 Paper Presentations (15 mins)
🔹 Theatre/Performance (up to 15 mins)
🔹 Poetry & Artwork

📅 Submission Deadline: March 17th
📲 Submit through the portal using the QR code or link on the flyer.

This is a wonderful opportunity to share your voice, your creativity, and your academic work in an interdisciplinary setting. All students are encouraged to submit!

For questions, contact Dr. Tiffany Tsantsoulas at [email protected].

Symposium will be held on April 17th, 2026, in the Stockdale a room, hosted by the Interdisciplinary Studies Program.

Let’s make this year’s symposium unforgettable! ✨💛💙

🎉 Thank You for Joining Us! ❄️

A huge thank you to everyone who attended our Ethnic Studies Open House & Study Session! We truly enjoyed welcoming students, sharing resources, and connecting with so many new and familiar faces.

Your energy, curiosity, and support made the event a wonderful success. 💙💛

Special shoutout to our amazing faculty and student leaders for helping create a welcoming space filled with learning, community, and fun. And thank you to our amazing community partners for the amazing food! carnicerialacarreta cateringmartinez

We hope the games, karaoke, food and refreshments added a little extra joy to your study day! ✨

Stay connected with us and keep an eye out for more Ethnic Studies events and opportunities:
🔗 www.csub.edu/ethnicstudies
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Join us this Thursday, Dec 4th from 11am-5pm in the student union MPR for our ethnic studies department open house and study session! Welcome to all CSUB students. We’ll have some games & prizes + light refreshments! Get to know our brand new ethnic studies B.A. degree and our minor!

❄️✨ Hello December! ✨❄️
As the semester winds down and the holiday season begins, the CSUB Ethnic Studies Department wishes our students, faculty, and community a month filled with reflection, connection, and celebration.

December reminds us of the importance of community, rest, and cultural traditions. Whether you are preparing for finals, enjoying winter events, or spending time with loved ones, we hope this month brings you peace and joy.

Stay warm, stay safe, and finish the year strong, ’Runners! 💙💛
Ethnic Studies Department

🪶✨ Fostering Inclusive Excellence at CSUB ✨🪶
Join us as we honor Native American Heritage and celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous communities.

📅 Friday, December 5th
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 CSUB Student Union MPR

This event is open to all high school juniors & seniors!
Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.

Come experience cultural presentations, learning opportunities, and community connection. 💛💙

Sponsored by:
California State University, Bakersfield • Indigenous Faculty & Staff Association • Division of Student Affairs • Strategic Enrollment Management

For more info, contact: [email protected]

🪶💙💛

🎓🌍 Happy International Students’ Day! 🌎🎓

Today we celebrate the incredible contributions of international students who bring diverse perspectives, cultures, and experiences to our campus and community. 💛💙

Your courage, resilience, and dedication inspire us all — reminding us that education knows no borders. 🌐✨

Let’s continue building a campus that welcomes, uplifts, and learns from one another. 💫

✨ Thank you! ✨
Huge thanks to everyone who joined us for Love & Dignity Beyond Bars & Borders. Your energy, wisdom, and commitment made this symposium powerful.

We’re grateful for our community partners, speakers, students, and families who showed up with open hearts and deep care for justice. Together, we push for a future beyond the School-to-Prison and School-to-Deportation Pipeline. 💛✊

Gracias to our Ethnic Studies Professors
Profesora Nora Cisneros
Profesor Jose Villagran
Profesor Jeremiah Sataraka

📢 Symposium on Mass Incarceration
Join the CSUB Department of Ethnic Studies for a powerful discussion on Love & Dignity Beyond Bars & Borders.

🗓 Thursday, November 13, 2025
📍 CSUB Stockdale Room, 12pm-2pm.

We invite students, faculty, and community members to engage in meaningful dialogue around justice, identity, and liberation.

💬 Don’t forget to scan the QR code below to share your feedback after the event we value your voice!