New Italian studies minor, starting in Fall 2020, to provide a variety of opportunities

February 27, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

Dr. Andrea Polegato, assistant professor of Italian Studies at Fresno State

The unique program will allow classes from cross-disciplines to count toward the minor, classes such as Introduction to Mechanical Engineering and World Viticulture. Additionally, there are plans for opportunities to engage students outside of classrooms.

Mary Husain champions cultural diversity with CineCulture

February 24, 2020.Reading time 8 minutes.

Dr. Mary Husain loves leading multicultural discussions that allow students and the campus community to better understand different cultures, to develop global awareness and to see the value of cultural diversity.

Connecting students, academia, and community: Hmong Voices Series as a place of dialogue

February 21, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

Dr. Kao-Ly Yang, Coordinator of the Hmong Studies Program

The positive reception and high attendance attested to the urgency and relevance of the series. In the past, the Hmong community had felt disarray, confusion, and powerlessness during hard times. The series then served as a neutral place for discussion and dialogue for a better understanding of relevant issues where different perspectives can contribute to the well-being of the students and the community.

2019 MA Student of Distinction Trevor Driscoll heads to MIT

February 21, 2020.Reading time 2 minutes.

he applied to the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). He was accepted to both programs — two of the top schools for Linguistics in the world according to Top Universities.

Music students and faculty shine at winter conferences

February 21, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Two music students standing in front of their presentations

During the winter break, music students Marina Malcolm and Christopher Rodriguez presented at national conferences. Dr. Maria S. Briggs-Okunev was also with them and presented.

CineCulture screens 2019 French animated film ‘The Swallows of Kabul’

February 21, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

The touching story of Zunaira and Mohsen, a young couple deeply in love during the summer of 1998 in Kabul when Afghanistan was under Taliban rule.

Students’ article on Hmong language to be published in conference proceedings

February 20, 2020.Reading time 3 minutes.

Screenshot from the Hmong Studies Consortium International Confernece

The article titled “Hidden Melodies of the Hmong Language: The Rhythmers” will be published in the conference proceedings, which will be the first time for the students.

Renowned Russian dramatic baritone, Dr. Anton Belov, to perform at Art Song Festival

February 20, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

A renowned Russian dramatic baritone, Dr. Belov has been praised by the New York Times as “A baritone with a rich mellifluous voice…Mr. Belove sounded particularly fine, singing with urgency and soulful pathos.”

Keyboard Concert Series presents pianist Nara Avetisyan

February 20, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Prize-winner at competitions in the United States, Armenia, Italy, Greece, and Lithuania, Nara Avetisyan has garnered accolades for her performances around the world.

Fresno State Wind Orchestra and Central High School Wind Ensemble to perform in concert

February 20, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

The Fresno State Wind Orchestra and Central High School Wind Ensemble will perform at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27 in the Concert Hall.