Spring Events 2025
JANUARY 2025
Lunar New Year Celebration
Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Time: 12- 1:30 PM
Location: Obershaw Dining Room
All are invited to come and learn more about the YOURS Program, upcoming educational events, as well as get a chance to mingle and meet other peers, faculty, and staff within the community.
FEBRUARY 2025
Workshop: Scholarship Application 101
Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025
Time: 12-1 PM
Location: TBD
Join us for a hands-on session where we'll guide you through the essentials of crafting a strong scholarship application. Learn how to:
- Understand eligibility requirements
- Write compelling personal statements
- Access resources and opportunities tailored for Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students
Whether you're applying for your first scholarship or seeking new opportunities, this workshop will provide the tools and insights to help you succeed in achieving your academic and career goals.
Missed our workshop? No worries! Access our free Scholarship Application Workshop Folder HERE (feel free to share and make copies of the materials for personal use!)
Workshop: Career RX - Prescribing Your Health Career Pathways
Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Time: 12-1 PM
Location: SMSU South Four-plex (Room 215/216)
Join us for this workshop to learn more about:
- What are different health careers I can pursue?
- What are the different health profession pathways/degrees offered at CSUSB?
- Where can I get support to plan out my educational journey towards a health profession?
- Where can I gain healthcare volunteer/work experience?
- If I wanted to switch my educational pathway to pursue a different health profession, what are my options?
Workshop purpose: This workshop is meant to inform and inspire current students who are contemplating careers in healthcare by highlighting various pathways, including but not limited to public health, healthcare administration, occupational therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, health education, and allied health professions. Participants will learn about the CSUSB resources, educational requirements, potential career trajectories, and the impact of these roles within the healthcare system.
Workshop: Murals & Meanings
Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 12-1 PM
Location: PFAU Library (PL-293)
Join us to:
- Learn about the history of murals/mural art
- Learn about the significance of murals in communities
- Create your own miniature mural
Workshop purpose: This Pre-Educational Trip Workshop prepares students for an immersive exploration of Historic Filipinotown by highlighting the role of art in reflecting resilience and identity within the Filipino community. Through discussions on iconic murals like the "Philippine-American War" and "Our Lady of Antipolo," students will learn how murals serve as powerful forms of storytelling, cultural pride, and resistance. They will engage in a creative activity where they design their own cultural murals, reflecting on personal identity and heritage, inspired by the murals they'll see during the trip. This event is open to all individuals.
Educational Trip: Art, Eats, and Heritage: A Filipinotown Experience (YOURS Program x Adventure Program)
Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
Time: 9AM-5PM
Location: Meet at San Bernardino Campus (we will travel together to downtown LA, Filipinotown)
Join us for an enriching day trip to Historic Filipinotown in Los Angeles, designed for students in the YOURS AANHPI (Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander) Student Achievement Program. This excursion offers a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant Filipino culture through stunning murals created by local artists, which depict Filipino-American history, experiences, and contributions to the community.
Students will visit iconic sites such as the Gintong Kasaysayan and Gintong Panama murals, learning about the resilience and strength of Filipino culture and its impact on downtown LA. A highlight of the trip will be a private tour of Gabba Alley, where students can experience various mural art pieces and reflect on how art plays a role in their personal lives and cultures. They will explore how different art forms continue to preserve the traditions, values, and experiences of their histories, families, and personal stories.
The trip will culminate in a culinary experience at a local restaurant, where students can savor traditional Filipino street foods, further immersing themselves in the rich flavors of the culture.
This visit not only celebrates diversity but also deepens students’ understanding of Filipino heritage, aligning perfectly with our program’s mission to promote cultural awareness and appreciation. Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to connect with history, art, and community!
APRIL 2025
Pasifika Culture Night
YOURS Program x San Bernardino Unified School District Partnership
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 5:30PM-8PM
Location: San Manuel Student Union North, Conference Center A
As part of our APIDA Heritage Month celebrations in April, we’ll be hosting Pasifika Culture Night right here at CSUSB, and we invite all members of the community to join us in learning and celebrating together. All are welcome!
RSVP Link will be provided soon.