College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies, SSU

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We're celebrating the great women in our College all month long. Today, the spotlight is on Dr. Ayesha Rabadi-Raol, Assistant Professor in our ECS Dept. We are so proud of you and happy to have you as one of our ECES faculty! Learn more here: ecs.sonoma.edu/faculty-staf... #WomensHistoryMonth

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🥳📚📖Happy Read Across America Day! This week we celebrate the legacy of Dr. Seuss, and the wonderful world of books and reading. Find out how you can get involved here: www.nea.org/professional... #readacrossamerica #drseussweek @Sonoma State University

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Happy Women's History Month! 🥰 www.womenshistory.org/womens-histo... #WomensHistoryMonth @Sonoma State University

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In celebration of Black History Month we're highlighting the lives & legacies of great Black Americans. This year we're also centering Black Joy! Today we celebrate producer, screenwriter, author & CEO Shonda Rhimes. Learn more here: www.shondaland.com/about-us/sho... #blackhistorymonth #shondaland

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In celebration of Black History Month we're highlighting the lives & legacies of great Black Americans. This year we're also centering Black Joy! Today we celebrate actor, comedian, & Oscar winning filmmaker Jordan Peele. thetandemcollective.com/community/bl... #BlackHistoryMonth #JordanPeele

Image of person smiling and text 'SSU Spotlight on Scholarship: A Research Talk Series Teacher Residency Programs to Diversity the Workforce Wed, Feb 25 12pm Schulz Information Center 3001 Rhianna Henry Casesa Associate Professor Literacy Studies & Elementary Education Sonoma State University Office of Research & Sponsored Programs'

Join us this Wednesday at noon to hear our own Dr. Rhianna Henry Casesa discuss teacher residency programs to diversify the workforce! See the full schedule of lectures this semester here: orsp.sonoma.edu/form.../even...

Black Joy Fest In honor of Black History Month, Sonoma State University warmly invites you to celebrate with us at the 4th Annual Black Joy Fest on February 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. on the Sonoma State University cam...

In honor of Black History Month, SSU warmly invites you to celebrate with us at the 4th Annual Black Joy Fest today @ noon! Black Joy Fest aims to foster unity on campus and engage students in meaningful cross-cultural exchange. Details and registration here: hub.sonoma.edu/events/black... #BlackJoy

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🎉Happy Lunar New Year! Celebrate the Year of the Horse in the Bay Area - check out all of these great events: www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/l... and we'll be celebrating on campus on the 25th: diversity.sonoma.edu/celebrating-... #LunarNewYear2026 #yearofthehorse @Sonoma State University

Image of person and text 'Never look down on anybody unless you're helping him up. - Jesse Jackson'

We're saddened to hear of the passing of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson. For decades he worked to bring people together to build a better future for all and 'keep hope alive.' Rest in power. www.rainbowpush.org/rev-jesse-ja... @Sonoma State University

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This year’s recipient of the William “Bill” Donaldson Memorial Scholarship is Dustin Smith. He shared with us: "Being awarded the William "Bill" Donaldson Memorial Scholarship ... serves as an affirmation of my commitment to my studies and future aspirations as an educator" Congratulations Dustin!

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In celebration of Black History Month we're highlighting the lives & legacies of great Black Americans. Today we celebrate librarian, author, literacy advocate, and the new host of Reading Rainbow, Mychal Threets. Also, Happy Birthday Mychal! 🥳 www.ala.org/news/2025/12... @mychal3ts.bsky.social 📖💕

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🥰Happy Valentine's, Gal-entine's, or Pal-entine's Day tomorrow from the College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies! We hope it's a sweet one. @Sonoma State University 💕

Topaz Toddlers Exhibition: Children’s Art from an American Concentration Camp - Oakland Asian Cultural Center On view February 4-March 14Wed-Sat, 12 noon-5 pm Panel Discussion and Reception: Sunday, February 22, 2-4 pm FREE Register for Panel Discussion This exhibit showcases the art, stories, and history of ...

Our own Dr. Ayumi Nagase helped create this new exhibit at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. Check it out now through March 14th, noon to 5pm. There will be a panel discussion and reception on 2/22 at 2pm. oacc.cc/event/topaz-... @Sonoma State University @oaklandasiancc.bsky.social

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In celebration of Black History Month we're highlighting the lives & legacies of great Black Americans. This year we're also centering Black Joy! Today we celebrate actor, director, author & literacy advocate LeVar Burton. Learn more: www.neh.gov/award/levar-... #BlackHistoryMonth #LeVarBurton 📖📚🌈

Black and white photo of person and text '"Making dances is an act of progress; it is an act of progress; it is an act of growth, it is an act of music, an act of of teaching, an act of celebration, an act of joy." - ALVIN AILEY'

In celebration of Black History Month we're highlighting the lives & legacies of great Black Americans. This year we're also centering Black Joy! Today we celebrate dancer, choreographer & civil rights activist Alvin Ailey. Learn more here: ailey.org/people/alvin... #BlackHistoryMonth #alvinailey

Amy Goodman - Green Music Center Michael Feinstein pays heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life with the Carnegie Hall Jazz Band.

SAVE THE DATE! Author, journalist and radio host Amy Goodman will deliver this year’s Neves Evans Social Justice Lecture at the Green Music Center on Tuesday, April 7th at 7:30pm. Get your tickets today: gmc.sonoma.edu/amy-goodman @Sonoma State University

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In celebration of Black History Month we're highlighting the lives & legacies of great Black Americans. This year we're also centering Black Joy! Today we celebrate the Queen of Motown, Diana Ross. You can learn more here: www.dianaross.com/dianaross-st... #BlackHistoryMonth #dianaross

Image of students in classroom with text 'Sonoma State University College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies Teacher Residency Preview Day TODAY! Tuesday, February 3rd 5:30-7:30pm SSU Student Center Ballrooms B and C Earn $30K+ while earning your teaching credential! For more information: Dr. Rhianna Henry Casesa, Director casesa@sonoma.edu'

🎉Today's the day! If you're interested in learning more about SSU's Residency Programs, come to our Teacher Residency Preview Day TODAY @ 5:30pm. Email Residency Director, Rhianna Casesa with any questions: casesa@sonoma.edu #teaching #TeachingJobs @Sonoma State University

Image of students in classroom and text 'Sonoma State University College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies Teacher Residency Preview Day TOMORROW! Tuesday, February 3rd 5:30-7:30pm SSU Student Center Ballrooms B and C Earn $30k+ while earning your teaching credential! For more information: Dr. Rhianna Henry Casesa, Director casesa@sonoma.edu'

Interested in learning more about SSU's Residency Programs? Come to Residency Preview Day TOMORROW to learn from current residents, hear from administrators & connect with our partner districts! Email Residency Director, Rhianna Casesa with any questions: casesa@sonoma.edu #teaching #TeachingJobs

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🎉Happy National School Counseling Week! Thanks to all the wonderful school counselors in our community! #NSCW26
schoolcounselor.org/NSCW @Sonoma State University

Black Joy Fest In honor of Black History Month, Sonoma State University warmly invites you to celebrate with us at the 4th Annual Black Joy Fest on February 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. on the Sonoma State University cam...

As we begin our celebration of Black History Month, we recognize the importance of Black Joy. Put on by The HUB, Black Joy Fest on 2/19 is an opportunity to honor that legacy together. hub.sonoma.edu/events/black...
#BlackHistoryMonth @Sonoma State University #BlackJoy

Image of students in classroom and text that says 'SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES Teacher Residency Preview Day Tuesday, February 3rd 5:30-7:30pm SSU Student Center Ballrooms B and C Earn $30K+ while earning your teaching credential! For more information: Dr. Rhianna Henry Casesa, Director casesa@sonoma.edu'

Interested in learning more about Sonoma State's Residency Programs? Come to Residency Preview Day on February 3 to learn from current residents, hear from administrators, and connect with our partner districts! Email Residency Director, Rhianna Casesa with any questions: casesa@sonoma.edu #teaching

Image of students in classroom and text 'SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAMS MAKE $34k+ WHILE EARNING YOUR TEACHING CREDENTIAL 2026 Virtual Residency Information Session Thursday, February 5th @11am'

Learn how to earn money while getting your teaching credential! Our next information session for the teacher residency program is next Thursday, 2/5, at 11am! More information and Zoom link here: eces.sonoma.edu/grants-speci... @Sonoma State University

YouTube video by Atomic Focus Entertainment BANNED TOGETHER documentary film TRAILER - fighting book bans in the U.S.

Join us in the library next Wednesday, February 4 at 5:30pm for Dinner and a Movie! They're hosting a FREE screening the film Banned Together: The Fight Against Censorship. Watch the trailer for this film online: youtu.be/7_BQRKXkvtA?.... Register here: sonoma.libcal.com/event/15080007

The Great Kindness Challenge Educators love it because it’s... Free Easy Proactive Positive Bullying Prevention PreK-12 ...and it creates a culture of kindness! Our Impact Over 21 million students 21,287,464 Over 43...

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The Great Kindness Challenge Week begins today! Today’s challenge is to invite a new friend to play. 🤸🌟

Create your own challenge and find more #GreatKindnessChallenge tools for educators at: greatkindnesschallengetools.org. #bekind

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Tomorrow we celebrate the International Day of Education, which is dedicated this year to the power of youth in co-creating education. Learn more about the International Day of Education here: www.un.org/en/observanc... #InternationalDayofEducation

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SAVE THE DATE! Our educator job fair will take place on Friday, April 24th from 1-4pm on campus. The event is free and all are welcome! Details online: eces.sonoma.edu/awards-event... #TeachingJobs @Sonoma State University

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The Fall 2026 application period for our credential programs is open until 2/28 for priority admissions, and 3/1-30 (non-priority). Please visit our website for more details, and contact the Credentials & Graduate Admissions office if you have any questions: eces.sonoma.edu/admissions #teaching

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Campus will be closed next Monday, January 19th, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. You can learn more about Dr. King and his legacy here: diversity.sonoma.edu/celebrating-... #MLKDay2026 #legacy #civilrights @Sonoma State University

Image of students in classroom and text 'SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAMS MAKE $34k+ WHILE EARNING YOUR TEACHING CREDENTIAL 2026 Virtual Residency Information Sessions: Friday, January 16th @9am Tuesday, February 5th at 11am'

Learn how to earn money while getting your teaching credential! Our next information session for the teacher residency program Friday, January 16th at 9am! More information and Zoom link here: eces.sonoma.edu/grants-speci... @Sonoma State University