Phung Huynh’s ‘Resistance Aunties’ exhibition challenges perceptions of Asian feminine beauty

January 27, 2020.Reading time 3 minutes.

Through combining traditional Chinese iconography with popular American culture, Phung Huynh aims to challenge the viewer with both western-leaning and nonwestern-leaning perspectives.

New reading series brings fiction writers of color to Fresno

January 24, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

Fiction writers R. O. Kwon, Emily Nemens, Jamel Brinkley, Rowan Hisayo Buchanan

Thanks in part to a grant from California Humanities, the Fresno State Master of Fine Arts program will bring to the community a new four-part reading series this spring, Diverse Voices in Contemporary Fiction.

Six music students compete for coveted positions in Fresno State orchestras

January 24, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Emma Hill and the Fresno State Symphony Orchestra

Six finalists will compete for the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the Fresno State Wind Orchestra and the Fresno State Symphony Orchestra.

Double Reed Day features internationally known guest artists, master classes, exhibitions, and a concert

January 24, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

Guest artists and members of “Imani Winds” Toyin Spellman-Diaz, oboist, and Monica Ellis, bassoonist, will teach and perform.

‘Carmina Burana’ featured in Music Department’s spring 2020 lineup

January 22, 2020.Reading time 8 minutes.

An eruption of the senses in a journey through life’s indulgences, Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” is among the most popular pieces for classical music concertgoers.

Barking Bulldog Debate Team takes home several awards at national tournament and other student accomplishments

January 21, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

During the holiday break, the Fresno Barking Bulldog Debate Team headed to UC Berkeley for a national debate tournament. They practiced nine hours a week throughout the break and their preparation helped pull them through to win several awards.

CineCulture launches spring 2020 lineup with 'The Etruscan Smile'

January 21, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

The Fresno State CineCulture Series kicks off its fall 2019 lineup of film screenings with “The Etruscan Smile” at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24.

Interior design exhibitions highlight experiments in intelligent interiors

January 17, 2020.Reading time 2 minutes.

Perspectrum - A human eye versus the word

Two installations showcasing intelligent interior design begin with an artist talk by Robert Hagen and Glenn Terpstra at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23 at the Alice Peters Auditorium, PB 191.

Second Edition of ‘Science and Society: Selected Essays’ explores the history of scientific thought, examines current dilemmas

December 17, 2019.Reading time 4 minutes.

The series of 18 essays assembled by Vavoulis and Colver demonstrate the historical impact science has had on civilization and, conversely, the imprint civilization has had on the progression of science.

Series depicting mental health struggle wins top honors at 2020 Student Art Show

December 12, 2019.Reading time 4 minutes.

Erin Ryan and her piece "Robyn's Egg Blue"

The layered work begins with a deep coat of cyanotype manipulated with sunlight and tannic acid–fading the dark background into the light. Collage, gouache, and drawing elements are added creating intricately detailed imagery through perceived chaos. The artist’s tears became part of the works as the turmoil of her soul laid bare on the 12 sheets of the series.

Dear Friends,

It’s no wonder that Fresno State is ranked 24th on Washington Monthly’s list of “Top National Universities” (for social mobility, community service, and research) and 35th on Money Magazine’s “Best Public Colleges”: We are making news on a daily basis with our stellar students and faculty working together to create a more vibrant, educated, and economically dynamic San Joaquín Valley. If you check our calendar, you’ll see that there are events for people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests, as we seek to enrich the lives of everyone on campus and beyond. More…