Enjoy a recap of Black History Month events at Stanislaus State.

This episode of the Stan State EduCast features Meggan Jordan PhD. (Professor of Sociology) and Phyllis Gerstenfeld PhD. (Criminal Justice Department Chair & Professor of Criminal Justice).Meggan Jordan and Phyllis Gerstenfeld join host Frankie Tovar to discuss the high-profile case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder and the upcoming trial of suspect Luigi Mangione. The crime has sparked a whirlwind of discussion both online and in the media about corporate greed, healthcare reform, and morality. This episode highlights the societal tensions surrounding for-profit healthcare, the phenomenon of cult hero status for the accused, Luigi Mangione, and the implications for legal and ethical discourse in the U.S.Meggan Jordan: https://www.csustan.edu/people/dr-meggan-jordan Phyllis Gerstenfeld: https://www.csustan.edu/people/dr-phyllis-gerstenfeldProduced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State. #Luigi #Crime #Podcast

Dr. Meggan Jordan and Dr. Phyllis Gerstenfeld join host Frankie Tovar to discuss the high-profile case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder and the upcoming trial of suspect Luigi Mangione. The crime has sparked a whirlwind of discussion both online and in the media about corporate greed, healthcare reform, and morality. This episode highlights the societal tensions surrounding for-profit healthcare, the phenomenon of cult hero status for the accused, Luigi Mangione, and the implications for legal and ethical discourse in the U.S.Podcast episode airs February 17!

American University assistant professor of urban education in the university’s School of Education, Kenjus Watson gave a talk at Stanislaus State on Feb. 6. “Towards Apocalyptic Education: Addressing Racialized Stress and Community Healing” focused on how systemic challenges impact education, health and well-being. He also touched on the biological effects of racialized stress and share a forward-thinking approach inspired by Black ancestral knowledge, holistic wellness and community connection.

In this episode of "Taking Care of U," host Lesley Cantu dives deep into the services and support available for undocumented students at Stan State. Joined by Guillermo Metelin Bock, the Undocumented Student Services Lead, this episode sheds light on available resources, the personal and professional challenges faced by undocumented students and the initiatives aimed at fostering an inclusive campus environment. The discussion also addresses broader systemic issues such as immigration policies and the American Dream, underscoring the power of community and resilience.Undocumented Student Services website: csustan.edu/undocumented-student-servicesProduced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.