Cal State San Bernardino’s Homecoming Week ended with the Homecoming Bash on Oct. 28 that featured games, entertainment, food, a volleyball game and the chance to connect – and reconnect – with fellow Coyotes, family and friends.
The James R. Watson & Judy Rodriguez Watson College of Education’s Third Annual Doctoral Homecoming Alumni Reception and Mixer on Oct. 28 will feature Erika Tejeda, the Association of California School Administrators’ Principal of the Year and CSUSB alumna (Doctorate in Educational Leadership ’22), as the keynote speaker.
Juan Carlos Luna, BA, liberal studies, ’02, MA, bilingual education,’04, MA, educational administration, ’06, will receive the Paw Prints Award. He is being recognized for his leadership and service in the educational sector.
Erika Tejeda’s dedication and commitment to her students were recognized when she was named Principal of the Year by the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA) out of more than 4,000 high school principals in California.
Ellen Weisser, BA, English, ’68, will be honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award, which recognizes an achievement of noteworthy value, a series of such achievements or a career or humanitarian effort of noteworthy accomplishment.
CSUSB will participate in the annual drill that simulates a major earthquake, encouraging students, faculty and staff to “Drop, Cover and Hold On.” In addition, the Department of Geological Sciences will host QuakeCon, an outdoor event from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., to promote earthquake safety and preparedness and the work of the department’s students, faculty and alumni.
CSUSB’s Homecoming Week will feature plenty of activities for students, alumni and friends with a campus tour, food, photo booth, giveaways, beer garden and Coyote volleyball, along with various celebrations and events at both university campuses.
William “Bill” Stevenson, business and marketing, ’84, will receive the Coyote Spirit Award, which honors an individual who has gone above and beyond to help advance the mission of CSUSB as a dedicated volunteer.
Richard Tejada’s tenacity and work ethic were instrumental in getting him where he is today, a demonstration teacher who mentors other teachers throughout the San Bernardino City Unified School District.