Beach connection fall/winter 2014 by CSULB Alumni Association

A publication for members of the California State University, Long Beach Alumni Association

• FALL / WINTER 2014

BEACH CONNECTION

“My experiences as student body president and a campus student leader prepared me for a career of service and giving back.” - ROBERT GARCIA, MAYOR OF LONG BEACH

INSIDE: Beach Reflections, Faculty Spotlight, Alumni Events and more

• Welcome

Your Association at Work ■

Beyond the Beach Program > NEW!

Get advice on navigating the real world after graduation! Designed for recent alumni but open to all, Beyond the Beach provides guidance on major career and life choices. The series will be launched during Homecoming on Nov. 15. All sessions will be complimentary for alumni. Read more on page 11. President’s Message To reflect the positive changes at Cal State Long Beach, we’ve redesigned our members’ publication with a more contemporary look. But the goal is the same: to engage our 40,000-plus members with Cal State Long Beach, serve as advocates and enhance our students’ educational experience. The student experience will also be more meaningful when they can better connect with us through activities at the future Anna W. Ngai Alumni Center. We want to thank our many members who responded to our e-survey, of which a few are featured on pages 7-9. You may recognize former classmates! If you have a moment, send your thoughts on this redesigned publication to alumni@csulb.edu. Thank you again! GO BEACH! Kathy Bazarian ’72 President, CSULB Alumni Association

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Most Inspirational Professor

Honor your most inspirational professor from your time at CSULB and give back all at once! Acknowledging those people who have made a profound impact on your educational experience is a great way to say thank you in a meaningful way. Visit www.csulb.edu/alumni/ mip for more information. ■

New Member Communique

Be sure to update your email address with us so you don’t miss out on our new quarterly email communique exclusively for Alumni Association members! The email will feature all sorts of fun and interesting highlights to keep you engaged with our alma mater. ■

Regional Networks

In partnership with the CSU and all 23 campuses, we are traveling the country to come to you. This year we have been to San Francisco, Washington, D.C., New York and Denver! Our next stop will be Seattle in April 2015. Stay tuned for more information about future regional events.

Beach Connection Fall/Winter 2014 Janice Y. Hatanaka ’84 Associate Vice President Alumni and University Relations Gay Arakawa Executive Director CSULB Alumni Association

— Meghan Adamovic Alumni Programs Coordinator Janet Gonzales ’08, ’12 Alumni Programs Coordinator Noemi Guevara ’08 Administrative Coordinator Sally Schliesmayer ’87 Director, Special Events Ilana Tel-Oren ’11 Coordinator, Student and Recent Alumni Programs Helen Thomas Assistant Director, Alumni Communications and Marketing Design DCP/dcpubs.com Contact Us! alumni@csulb.edu www.csulb.edu/alumni 562-985-5252 or 888-883-0007 (toll free) Stay Connected! Follow us on:

In addition to meeting fully its obligations of nondiscrimination under federal and state law, CSULB is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, learn and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual, without regard to economic status, ethnic background, veteran status, political views, sexual orientation or other personal characteristics or beliefs. Please note that your name, address, major and year of graduation may be used by CSULB for the development of university-affiliated marketing programs. If you do not wish to have this information used, please notify the Alumni Relations Office by email or mail.

Getting to Know President Jane Close Conoley A Warm Welcome from Alumni Association President Kathy Bazarian

Left: Kathy Bazarian chats with Jane Close Conoley, Cal State Long Beach’s new president.

am pleased to introduce Jane Close Conoley, Cal State Long Beach’s seventh president and first permanent female president. Prior to assuming this role, she was the interim chancellor of the University of California, Riverside. I had the pleasure of meeting her on campus to chat about how alumni can support her vision. President Conoley also shared some fun facts about herself. Kathy: How can alumni support your vision of CSULB? Jane: Alums are the evidence of our value and excellence. The best thing they can do is be involved with our campus. Come to games; mentor students; connect us to political, business and philanthropic networks; give us advice on how to improve; and support the next generation of students. Alumni success is the biggest part of our story. At every opportunity, hire new Beach graduates if you are a business owner; offer to present to student organizations about your path after graduation; and, most importantly, brag to your friends about The Beach. Your success and advocacy are critical to our success. Kathy: What are you looking forward to most about being in Long Beach? Jane: I am looking forward to being part of the process of promoting student success. We offer a great education for the lowest possible price to the next generation of Californians. A college degree changes whole families. It’s the American dream in action.

Presidential Fun Facts ≥ Favorite animal Being married to a guy named Collie, the answer must be obvious! We had dogs, cats, hamsters, turtles, fish and birds as our children grew up. Right now, I like seeing the sea mammals, especially dolphins, swim near the shore and the pelicans fly in formation low over the ocean.

≥ Favorite food Collie and I don’t eat meat, but we both love well-prepared seafood. I especially like spicy food like blackened fish, hot Indian food and anything Mexican.

≥ Ideal vacation spot Paris.

≥ Favorite book Wow, that’s hard. I read all the time. I love science fiction, biographies and mysteries. To read more about President Conoley’s impressive academic and professional background, visit the Office of the President’s website at www.csulb.edu/president.

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• Leadership

Alumni Leading the Way | Passion. Drive. Beach Pride. From the mayor of Long Beach to the president of Special Olympics of Southern California, our alumni define leadership in more ways than one. They are reshaping our communities, building strong organizations and inspiring others along the way. Here are highlights of the many alumni leaders who are doing great things. To read more, visit www.csulb.edu/beachconnection.

{ The Hon. Deborah L. Sanchez } 1982, BA, Sociology; 1986, JD (Loyola Law School) / Judge, Los Angeles County Superior Court

{ Bill Shumard } 1972, BA, Journalism / President & CEO, Special Olympics of Southern California (SOSC)

Bill has helped build SOSC as one of Special Olympics’ premier programs in the worldwide movement that serves more than 4 million athletes in 180 countries. Southern California was awarded the 2015 Special Olympics World Summer Games—the largest sporting and humanitarian event in the world. Since Bill became president in 2005, the number of athletes in SOSC has doubled to nearly 18,000, who live in 11 counties. In his previous position as CSULB’s athletic director, he helped establish the Graduate Program in Sport Management in the late 1990s, which has since graduated more than 500 trained professionals.

Deborah is a Superior Court judge, a tribal leader and an inspirational educator. As a lawyer, she prosecuted child pornography, child molestation and exploitation cases, grand theft and hate crimes. Deborah is co-chair of the Barbareño Chumash Council and works with other tribal leaders and community members on issues affecting indigenous peoples, including protecting sacred sites. She serves as the chair of board for Wishtoyo Foundation, a nonprofit that teaches land and ocean stewardship through the Chumash culture, and sits on the board of the Seventh Generation Fund for Indigenous Peoples and the Southcoast Interfaith Council. Deborah studies and teaches the Šmuwicˇ (Chumash) language to community and family members and is involved in maintaining the traditional ways of her community.

1981, BA, Liberal Studies, History; 1984, MA, Educational Administration / Superintendent, Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD)

Since Chris’ appointment in 2002 as superintendent of California’s third-largest school district, LBUSD has earned the national Broad Prize for Urban Education and was a finalist for the award five times. The district, serving 81,000 K-12 students, was listed among the world’s top five school systems by the Battelle for Kids organization. Chris helped develop the Long Beach College Promise, in which students continue their education from LBUSD to Long Beach City College, with admission guaranteed to CSULB if they have met minimum requirements.

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{ Christopher Steinhauser }

{ Robert Garcia } 2002, BA Interpersonal Communications; 2010, EdD, Higher Education Leadership; 2005, MA Communication Management (University of Southern California) / Mayor, City of Long Beach

Leading California’s seventh-largest city, Robert became Long Beach’s youngest, first Latino and first openly gay mayor in July 2014. During his terms as vice mayor and city councilmember for the First District, he was an instrumental player in balancing the city budget, creating jobs, reforming pensions, expanding park space and investing in technology. In 2007, the Peru native co-founded and launched the Long Beach Post, which is a one-stop online platform for all things Long Beach.

{ Russ Lesser } 1964, BS, Accountancy / President, Body Glove International

Russ has served in a variety of business and community leadership roles. Since 1990, he has helped build Body Glove—the developer of the modern wetsuit—into a $200 million global business of active outdoor apparel and equipment. He also served on the Manhattan Beach City Council from 1978 to 1986, including two terms as mayor. In 1978, he founded the Manhattan Beach 10K Run, which is still one of the top 100 road races in the country. “I’m the only nonfamily shareholder of Body Glove,” Russ says. “I’ve been very lucky in both my business and personal life.”

{ Naomi Rainey-Pierson } 1972, BA, Theater Arts; 1980, MA, Secondary Education; 1982, MA, Educational Administration / Consultant, Education and Diversity

An award-winning educator, philanthropist, entrepreneur and civil rights advocate, Naomi has impacted thousands of students. She worked in the Compton and Long Beach Unified School Districts, eventually becoming the special assistant to the superintendent in charge of communications and community affairs. In honor of her ongoing support for CSULB, Residence Hall C was renamed the Naomi Rainey House in 2012. She has been president of the Long Beach chapter of the NAACP since 2000 and served as vice president of the Long Beach Cancer League and as commissioner for the California Advisory Commission on Special Education. Her honors include CSULB’s President’s Distinguished Service Award, the Los Angeles County Human Relations Award, KTLA and KNX Hero/Citizen of the Week and the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peacemakers Award.

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• Faculty Spotlight

Creating Positive Change Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis has long been dedicated to improving Latino health and education

ince arriving at CSULB 20 years ago, Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis has become nationally recognized for her work and research in forging community partnerships to improve Latino health and education. The CSULB health science professor serves on federal advisory committees including the CDC/HRSA National Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS, STDs, Tuberculosis and Hepatitis C, and has given presentations at the White House for the Office of National AIDS Policy and in China for the U.S. Department of State. This charismatic professor has appeared on regional and national shows for Telemundo, CNN and ABC World News Tonight. Britt has led initiatives to secure more than $50 million in research, training funds and donations to CSULB. In 2013, she was named CSULB’s Outstanding Professor in recognition of her scholarly research and community service leadership. In 2013, her long-term goal of creating a community center was realized with the inauguration of CSULB’s Centro Salud es Cultura, a health and educational resource hub in downtown Long Beach.

“Throughout my career at CSULB, I’ve been fortunate to find like-hearted individuals who believe in our work. I have the best team on campus.”

Dr. Britt Rios-Ellis Current positions: Professor, Health Science, CSULB; Director, National Council of La Raza/CSULB Center for Latino Community Health, Evaluation, and Leadership Training and Centro Salud es Cultura Education: 1987, BA, Political Science, Spanish; 1989, MS, Health and Fitness Management; 1992, PhD, Community Health (University of Oregon)

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The Centro provides health and educational promotion to improve lives while reinforcing Latino cultural values and resilience. The Centro focuses on HIV/AIDS, diabetes and obesity prevention, arts, culture, youth empowerment, healthy families and educational success. Britt shares the Centro’s mission and vision with a vibrant team of dedicated staff, faculty, community health workers and student research assistants. “Throughout my career at CSULB, I’ve been fortunate to find like-hearted individuals who believe in our work,” she says. “I have the best team on campus.” Britt enjoys mentoring students and young professionals. “I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to positively impact people’s lives,” she adds. “Our community-based participatory research approach and training models have changed life trajectories, creating opportunities for health and educational success.” Britt and Enrique Rios-Ellis are proud parents of Xochitl, Enrique and Itzel, forming a binational, bilingual and bicultural family.

At a Glance •

Beach Reflections | Alumni share their fond memories of school days—and beyond Did you know CSULB received 83,594 applications for fall 2014 admission? Our alma mater has distinguished itself as a top university, attracting bright young minds from near and far. But don’t take our word for it—read your fellow alumni responses to our recent survey. Our members shared why The Beach was their university of choice. Many also told us who inspired them, what their next steps were after graduating, what they are doing now and when they were last on campus. Thank you to all those who took the time to share their stories with us. For additional profiles, visit www.csulb.edu/beachconnection.

Top 5

Among Top 5 Nationally in Freshman Applications < Paul Craven

< Dianne (Kessinger) Bradfield

1952, BA, English

1967, BA, Kinesiology

> Vanessa Barajas 2012, BA, Human Development

“CSULB was a great match for me because it was affordable and highly ranked. I chose it because it was the best of the Cal States and I knew I would receive a highly valued education. Without this wonderful institution, I would not be where I am today.”

“Since I lived in Long Beach, it was an easy decision to attend CSULB. Both of my sons graduated from The Beach as well. My family enjoys coming to the University Bookstore Open House, Capitol Steps and the alumni trip to Pageant of the Masters.”

> Marijo Capela 2001, BA, Child Development

“I fell in love with the campus when I came to visit during the Indian Pow Wow my senior year of high school. The location was convenient for me to drive home on weekends. CSULB has the reputation of being the best university in the CSU system.”

“LBSU had just opened and I took classes in the apartment building on Anaheim. I was on the staff at the 49er newspaper with Wilford James as my adviser. I have attended graduations at LBSU for my son, granddaughter and grandson. I am also a Dirtbag fan and have attended many games at Blair Field.”

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• At a Glance

< Jeffrey Eggleston

Time Magazine Names CSULB Among Nation’s Top 10 Best Values

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1989, BS, Finance, Real Estate & Law

< Michael Kellner

“I majored in nursing, then accounting and ended up in finance. One of my professors got me interested in real estate appraisal. After graduation, I was hired as a financial analyst for the Walt Disney Company. Now I am vice president/ appraisal manager for SynMar Associates, a real estate appraisal firm in Anaheim.”

“I chose Long Beach because it had an up-andcoming sports program, a good music program and offered the full college experience I was looking for. I got a great education, which I rely upon every day, and good friends. I’m an 18-year season ticket holder for Long Beach basketball.”

> Jeffrey Malet 1993, BA, Journalism

“My grandfather gave me his old Minolta camera when I was 15. Years later, Professor Wayne Kelly pulled me into photojournalism and believed in me. After graduation from CSULB, I got a job at the Inland Valley Daily Bulletin as a staff photographer. Now I work for a university as a writer/photographer.”

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1974, BA, History

> Thomas Hennig 1971, MBA, Business Administration

“The MBA program in the late ’60s catered to aerospace professionals and their need for late afternoon/evening classes. I attended under an Army graduate school program and served 20 years on active duty. Then I went to work for McDonnell Douglas, which became Boeing. I retired in 2002.”

< Victoria Martinez

< Nancy Okamura

1991, BA, Liberal Studies

1982, BA, Radio, TV & Film

“The teacher preparation program was exceptional! After graduation, I went to work at Montebello Christian School as a teacher. I later became vice principal, and I am now principal. I was last at The Beach two years ago for my daughter’s graduation!”

“I chose Long Beach because my father, Dr. Ward Youry, started the ceramics department there. It was my childhood playground, and I knew it well. I walk around campus when I come to Long Beach. I also like to check out my brick!”

> Kevin O’Brien 1978, BA, Radio, TV & Film

“I broadcast LBSU football and basketball on KSUL for two years. This allowed me to discover my passion and provided the training to develop the skills to make me marketable. I met my wife at CSULB— another benefit of having attended there!”

< Jill Pestana

< Mary Anne Rose

2012, BS, Physics

> Yesenia Pablo 2013, BA, Psychology

“I absolutely loved the psychology program at CSULB. It offered everything I was looking for! I now have a full-time job as a student services adviser at a vocational college. CSULB definitely prepared me by giving me the tools needed to be successful upon graduation.”

“I visited campus in May for the induction ceremony for the Society of Physics Students Sigma Pi Sigma, a club I started three years ago while I was a student. While at CSULB, I interned with NASA and Boeing which helped prepare me for work. I am now a PhD student at UC Irvine.”

1999, BA, Psychology; 2002, MS, Counseling, Student Development in Higher Education

> Janine Ransom 1975, BA, Recreation Administration

“I grew up in Long Beach. With such a great school right here, it seemed natural that I would attend CSULB. A recreation administration degree makes you a jack-of-all-trades. I learned budgeting skills, folk dance, leadership, marketing and mountaineering, which has served me well in work and life.”

“My greatest influence as a student was the Learning Alliance and Bron Pellissier. I loved The Beach and I didn’t want to leave. I’m now one of the many proud CSULB staff who also are alumni. There are a lot of us!”

< Roger Schueller 1967, BS, Industrial Relations

> Athena Roussos 1994, BA, Political Science

“I chose CSULB because my parents and older sister went there, my dad worked there, and we lived in the neighborhood. My greatest influence was my political science professor, Dr. William Leiter. He inspired me to pursue a career in law. I have enjoyed a successful career as an attorney.”

“As a student, I was very active in the Alpha Kappa Psi business fraternity. After graduation, I went to work for GTE/Verizon and was employed with them for 36 years. I retired in 2003 and started a second career as an actor, appearing on TV and in movies over 365 times.”

> George Tong 1955, BS, Biology

“In 1955, the cost was $29 per semester, so it was an easy choice. The college was also very small, which allowed for a lot of personal contact with faculty. After I graduated, I taught biology and general science at Bellflower High School. We moved to the Bay Area in 1959, where I taught for 36 years.”

Connect with CSULB and other graduates by joining the online yearbook at www. Classof3Million. calstate.edu. The 23-campus California State University system will top 3 million graduates in spring 2015.

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• Alumni Events

Popular Events Just for You

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Alumni can enjoy lots of fun and enriching ways to reacquaint with old friends and make new ones

8 p.m. Curtain

Women’s Soccer vs. Cal State Northridge Thu., Oct. 23, 7 p.m. ■

– George Allen Field

Alumni will receive up to two free game tickets. To claim the tickets, email heather. schiraldi@student.csulb.edu by Oct. 21 with your name, email and the number of tickets requested. Southern California Mega Mixer Mon., Nov. 3, 6:30–9 p.m. ■

– Madera Kitchen, Hollywood, CA

You may think you’ve been to an alumni-networking recep-

tion before, but you’ve never been to a Mega Mixer like this! Multiple CSU campuses have joined forces to bring you an evening of networking with fellow CSU alumni. 1964 50th Class Reunion and Golden Graduates Celebration Fri., Nov. 14, 4 p.m. ■

– University Student Union, Long Beach Ballroom

Enjoy a special evening and reconnect with classmates, faculty and staff from 1950– 1964. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a nostalgic trip back to your college

Capitol Steps

Sat., Jan. 17, 2015 6 p.m. Buffet dinner

days at Long Beach State College. 30th Annual University Bookstore Open House Fri., Nov. 21, 4–7 p.m. Kick off your seasonal shopping at this beloved annual campus event! This evening is exclusively for alumni, faculty, staff and their families to enjoy holiday shopping at a 15-30 percent discount. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, door prizes, music and a caricature artist. Please reply by Nov. 19 to 562-985-5039 or bookstore@csulb.edu. ■

Rancho Mirage’s Sunnylands is a stunning example of modernist architecture.

– Carpenter Performing Arts Center – $70 Members, $75 Non-members

Begin the year with scandal! Capitol Steps returns for a sixth sellout year with an updated show setting American politics and scandal to music. Capitol Steps takes a no-holds-barred approach to the headlines of the day with satire, poking fun at all sides of the issues. Alumni Excursion to Sunnylands Historic Estate Wed., Jan. 28, 2015 ■

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Rancho Mirage, CA Chartered bus from CSULB, lunch and guided tour of historic estate $115 Members, $125 Non-members

Known as a “West Coast Camp David,” Sunnylands has long been a place for global leadership retreats and has hosted presidents, royalty and music legends. The residence is a beautiful example of midcentury modern architecture and contains much of the Annenberg art collection. Explore the lush garden oasis in the California desert on this intimate tour and lunch. Space is limited. For more information on these and other alumni events, visit www.csulb.edu/alumni or call 562-985-5252.

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PHOTO BY THE OFFICE OF JAMES BURNETT

Alumni Events •

Homecoming and Open House 2014 Join us on Nov. 15, 2014 for a full day of activities for you and your family will give you useful tips for networking and resume building. Learn what employers are really looking for. Golden Graduates Lunch, Tour and More!

Classes of 1950-1964: You’re invited to lunch with fellow Golden Graduates, Golden Faculty and Staff. Reminisce over memorabilia from the ’50s and ’60s. 2 p.m. Special Golden Grads campus tour to see how CSULB has changed. 3:15 p.m. Golden Grads recognition at center court presentation in front of thousands before the Homecoming game. Left: Students enjoy a full day of activities by the iconic Walter Pyramid. Right: Attendees experience firsthand some of the most fascinating and enriching activities on campus at the various open houses.

Main Site Activities Pre-game Barbecue & Festivities 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Lot 13 (in front of the Walter Pyramid)

Visit the Alumni and Friends tent for a barbecue lunch and reconnect with your fellow 49ers. Meal-only and meal/ game ticket packages available. DJ Entertainment / 49er Shops Bookstore / Intramural Sports / Vendors / Kids Activities / Student Tailgate / Inflatables / Zipper Ride / Caricature Artist / Free Parking / Airbrush Tattoo and More!

Special Programs First-Year Experience for Parents and Families 9:30–11:30 a.m.

Come to this informative session about helping your students succeed in their first year of college. Register by Nov. 6 at ParentandFamilyPrograms@csulb.edu. Brick Plaza Viewing Reception 10:30–11:30 a.m.

The President’s Scholars Program 20th Anniversary Celebration 2:30–3:30 p.m.

Founded in 1995, the President’s Scholars Program continues to be the premier scholarship of its kind in the state. President’s Scholars, alumni, family and supporters are invited to join us for this pre-game celebration! For more information, please contact Deanna.amaya@csulb.edu. University Art Museum: Barbara Klemm: Light and Dark. Photographs from Germany.

This monographic exhibition presents 124 iconic black-andwhite photographs by one of Germany's most distinguished photojournalists, Barbara Klemm. Klemm’s photos capture 40 years of cultural, social and political history in the formerly divided nation, creating icons of contemporary European history. Open Houses

Experience the breadth of The Beach with free shuttles across campus. Marine Biology’s Marine Lab / Biology’s Shark Lab / Hall of Science Green Houses / Geology’s Rock Cutting Lab / Science Learning Center / Mobile Science Museum / Japanese Garden and More!

Join fellow alumni who also have their names engraved in the Alumni Brick Plaza. Find your brick, meet other alumni and then enjoy the Homecoming festivities.

Men’s Basketball vs. San Francisco State University 4:05 p.m. Tipoff

Beyond the Beach Program “Marketing Me” 11 a.m–noon

7 p.m.

Are you looking for tips on landing that first job? Perhaps you’re thinking of making a career change? This seminar

Women’s Volleyball vs. UC Santa Barbara

For more information, pricing and to order tickets, visit ww.csulb.edu/homecoming.

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| • University Events

Ira Glass (center), host of NPR’s This American Life, brings his one-of-a-kind show to Long Beach on Dec. 6.

Sale will feature an array of amazing handcrafted, hand-printed and inspiring pieces. To learn more, visit www.cota.csulb.edu or call 562-985-7000. Ira Glass: Three Acts, Two Dancers, One Radio Host Sat., Dec. 6, 8 p.m. ■

– Carpenter Performing Arts Center – Tickets: $58 regular

This season at The Beach is filled with inspiring lectures, tours, exhibitions and more Friends of the Garden Fall Tea and Tour Sun., Oct. 12, 1–3 p.m. ■

– Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden

Enjoy a docent-led tour of the garden and learn about its history and significance. A complimentary Asian Fusion Tea in the Friend’s Garden will follow. Complimentary entrance for members. For more information, call 562-985–5930.

The Colored Museum by George C. Wolfe, directed by Trevor Bishop Oct. 17–Nov. 1

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at www.cota.csulb.edu or by calling 562-985-7000. U.S. Manufacturing: Technologies for Global Advancement Wed., Oct. 22, 5–7 p.m. ■

– The Pointe, Walter Pyramid

Established in 2009 by the Dean’s Advisory Council of the College of Engineering, the Engineering Distinguished Lecture Series has become the signature event for the college. Please join us. Free of charge, but reservations are required. For more information, email coe-dev@csulb.edu.

– Players Theatre

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Fearlessly funny and bitingly satirical, Wolfe’s collection of 11 “exhibits” challenges African-American stereotypes. Tickets are available

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College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Fellows Colloquium Thurs., Nov. 6, 6:30 p.m.

– The Chartroom, CSULB

Featuring Dr. Ted Stankowich and his UC Davis collaborator, Dr. Tim Caro, on the evolution and ecology of predator-prey interactions, including anti-predator behavior and defensive weaponry. For more information, email CNSM-Fellows@ csulb.edu. Beach Athletic Club Golf Classic Mon., Nov. 10 ■

– Virginia Country Club – $475/person, $1,800/foursome

RSVP to Katie Tuller at katie.tuller@csulb.edu. 47th Annual Holiday Art Sale Nov. 30–Dec. 4

Winter Festival Concert Sat., Dec. 6, 4 & 8 p.m. Sun., Dec. 7, 4 p.m. ■

– First Congregational Church of Long Beach – $25/$15/$8

The tradition continues with the Bob Cole Conservatory of Music’s holiday celebration choral concert. Tickets sell out fast. Contact Kate Gillon at kate.gillon@csulb.edu or 562-985-5408.

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– CSULB Student Art Galleries – Free admission

The 47th annual Holiday Art

For more information on events and programs, visit www. csulb.edu/alumni/association/ CampusDestinations.html. Information is subject to change.

PHOTO BY DAVID BAZEMORE

Not-to-Be-Missed Activities and Programs

Ira Glass, producer and host of NPR’s This American Life, makes a jubilant return to Long Beach with this show, which combines two art forms that, as Glass puts it, “have no business being together—dance and radio.” Together they combine to make a funny and lively evening of dance and stories about love, loss and the job of being a performer! For tickets, visit www. carpenterarts.org or call 562-985-7000.

Highlights •

Beach Scenes Alumni attended a wide variety of events from coast to coast

Alumni Awards Banquet 2014 / May 2014, Hyatt Regency, Long Beach / Distinguished alumni in attendance to honor the class of 2014 recipients.

> Big West Basketball Tournament—VIP Party / March 2014, Honda Center, Anaheim /

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From left: Tracy Pitts, Dennis Pitts ’69 and Beach parent Susan Pitts are ready for tournament play!

> President’s Scholars Alumni Dinner / February 2014, Perbacco Restaurant, San Francisco / From left: Kimberly A. Marsh ’09, Karla E. Hampton ’01 and Rachel E. Wales ’03.

President’s Annual Recognition Dinner 2014 / April 2014, The Pointe at the Walter Pyramid / Lynn McFarlane and Dennis McFarlane ’65, ’71, meet President’s Scholars (from left) Austin Carrell ’17, Naomie Ranatunge ’17, Anthony Sablan ’17 and Jackie McKenzie ’17.

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• Highlights

> Spring Recent Alumni Mixer/ March 2014, Mesa Lounge, Costa Mesa / From left: Allison Gallagher ’14, Corey Corrasco ’14, Greg Rangel ’10, Dakota Sandras ’14, Taylor Desler ’12 and Vivian Nguyen ’11 enjoy getting to know fellow Beach alumni.

> 2014 Outstanding Graduates Recognized at Alumni Awards Banquet / May 2014, Hyatt Regency, Long Beach From left: Lauren G. Faust ’14, Ashlee Nichole Wilkins ’11, ’14, Natalie Michelle Adame ’14, Stephanie Joanne Sodergren ’13, Biagio Genualdi ’14, Anh Tram Do ’14, Sierra Denise Patheal ’14, Caterina Marie Montesano ’14 and Chelsea Elizabeth Bryan ’14.

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I stay connected to CSULB because of the

Ready to see the Dirtbags take down the Bruins are (from left) Eric Sorenson, Loren Harada, Wesley Harada, Natalie Harada ’79, Austin Sing and Sureya Sing ’12.

value, experiences and relationships that the university has provided me. I’m proud to be an alumnus and look forward to serving and volunteering for many years to come. Go Beach!” —Ryan Pinto ’11, Business Administration

> Class of 2014 Senior Beach Bash / May 2014, Gaslamp, Long Beach /

> CSU New York Mixer / February 2014, University Club,

Soon-to-be graduates celebrate with fellow classmates.

New York / From left: Michelle Gamboa Prado ’04, Jonathon M. Bolin ’13 and Richard Rafael ’01 meet on the East Coast.

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T O P R I G H T: L O N G B E A C H P R E S S T E L E G R A M

Dirtbags vs. UCLA / April 2014, Blair Field /

Alumni Board •

CSULB Alumni Association Board of Directors 2014–15 A warm welcome to our new board members { Kurt Brouwer } 1996, BA, Sociology (CSU Fullerton); ’00, MPA / Buyer, City of Newport Beach

For nearly 25 years, Kurt and his wife, Teri, have been involved with CSULB as volunteers and donors. Most recently, they are two of the most engaged parents of the President’s Scholars Program since their son Jakob was admitted to the program in 2011. Their other longtime service was with KLON/ KKJZ’s Long Beach Blues Festival. The Westminster resident has worked for the city of Newport Beach since 1987. He has also assisted the athletics programs at Brethren Christian High School and Liberty Christian High School in Huntington Beach. { Cynthia D. Terry } 1970, BA, English; ’81, MA, School Management & Administration (Pepperdine University) / Consultant and leadership coach for principals in middle and high schools

After 38 years, Cynthia retired from Long Beach Unified School District. Her tenure included the principalship at Naples Elementary, Harte Elementary, Hamilton Middle and Cabrillo High School. She recently received a Press Telegram Amazing Woman Lifetime Achievement Award for education. Cynthia is committed to community volunteerism through her participation with Assistance League, St. Mary’s Medical Center, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and The Links Inc. She looks forward to becoming an active board member.

OFFICERS President Kathy Bazarian ’72, BA, History Teacher Specialist, Downey Unified School District (ret.) – President-Elect Kathleen Hansen ’75, BS, Family and Consumer Sciences; ’82, MBA President, Financial Planning Department Inc. – Past President Jerry K. Galbreath ’62, BS, Criminal Justice Senior Compliance Consultant, Auto Advisory Services – Vice President, Membership & Communications Colleen Bentley ’71, BA, History Director of Special Projects, CSU Chancellor’s Office (ret.)

Vice President, Programs Rick D. Alpert ’80, BA, Technical Theater Captain, L.A. County Fire Department (ret.) – Secretary Nancy Yoho ’81, BA, Geography Vice President, Rand McNally and Company (ret.) – Treasurer Robert “Bob” Irwin ’67, BA, Mathematics Service Delivery Director, Computer Sciences Corporation (ret.)

MEMBERS Michael Anderson ’10, BA, Interdisciplinary Studies Account Executive, Net Facilities – Edward Apodaca ’84, BA, English Language and Composition Customer Support Analyst, Verizon Fiber Solution Center

Kim A. Armstrong ’88, BA, Radio/TV/Film; ’91, MA, Instructional Systems Technology; ’94, MA, Special Major Senior Manager, Enterprise Learning Strategy and Integration, The Boeing Company – Kurt Brouwer ’00, MPA Buyer, City of Newport Beach – Guy Heston ’73, BA, Radio/TV/Film; ’87, MBA Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President, Long Beach Transit (ret.) – Norma Kolb ’60, BA, Elementary Education; ’89, Credential Library/Media Teacher/ Librarian, Long Beach Unified School District (ret.) – Lucia Kos ’75, BA, Spanish Project Manager, Southern California Edison (ret.)

Alyce LaViolette ’69, BA, Psychology; ’74, MS, Psychology Psychotherapist, Consultant and Trainer – Marnos Lelesi ’83, MA, Educational Administration Principal, Long Beach Unified School District (ret.) – Robert Miyasaki ’81, BS, Zoology Dentist, R.M. Miyasaki, Jen Kin and Chin, D.D.S., Inc. – Robert Spidell ’65, BA, Economics; ’08, Doctor of Humane Letters Publisher, Spidell Publishing (ret.) – Cynthia Terry ’70, BA, English Consultant and Leadership Coach for middle and high school principals

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