CSUN Education Alumni Chapter

🎓✨ CSUN Giving Day is March 4 & 5 – Join Us! ✨🎓

Dear Education Alumni and Friends,

I’m Dr. Fallah, Co-President of the Education Alumni Chapter at CSUN, and I’m excited to invite you to participate in CSUN Giving Day on March 4 & 5 in support of our Education Alumni Chapter Scholarship Fund.

🔗 Give here:
https://givingday.csun.edu/giving-day/107204/department/111584

This year, we have an incredible opportunity to multiply our impact:

🌟 The Dan and Cindy Chernow Challenge
Loyal CSUN supporters Dan Chernow and Cindy Chernow will unlock $1,000 for our Education Alumni Chapter Scholarship when 20 donors give to our fund on Giving Day. Every single gift—of any size—helps us reach that goal!

🏆 Alumni Association Chapter Challenge
The top three Alumni Association Chapters with the highest number of donors will win additional funding:
• 1st Place: $1,000
• 2nd Place: $700
• 3rd Place: $400

Let’s show the strength and commitment of our education community!

📚 College-Wide Opportunity
There is also the Milt and Debbie Valera Challenge for the Michael D. Eisner College of Education, which will award additional funds to the top three education funds with the most donors. Your participation helps elevate our entire college.

This is truly about collective impact. Whether you give $5 or $500, your contribution helps provide scholarships to future educators who will shape classrooms and communities for years to come.

Please consider making a gift on March 4 or 5 and sharing our link with your friends, family, and colleagues. Peer-to-peer support makes all the difference.

Thank you for your continued leadership and commitment to our students. Let’s come together and make this Giving Day a success! 💙

With appreciation,
Dr. Fallah
Co-President, Education Alumni Chapter
CSUN

CSUN Giving Day March 4-5, 2026

Our report:
By co-president Dr Soraya Fallah
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Report on Education Alumni Chapter Activities

The Education Alumni Chapter remains the largest and most active alumni chapter at California State University, Northridge (CSUN). The chapter is dedicated to fostering professional engagement, strengthening alumni connections, and promoting collaborative initiatives that support the advancement of the education community.

Annual Signature Events

Each year, the chapter organizes a series of hallmark programs designed to highlight scholarly achievement, showcase community impact, and provide professional development opportunities for students, alumni, and educators. Our primary annual signature events include:
1. Doctoral Dissertation Spotlight
This event celebrates the scholarly accomplishments of recent doctoral graduates. Participants present their research, engage in academic dialogue, and contribute to a culture of inquiry and innovation within the field of education.
2. Education in Action
A dynamic program that highlights impactful educational practices, community initiatives, and alumni-led projects. This event provides a platform for sharing effective strategies and building partnerships across sectors.

Collaborative Programs

The chapter maintains a strong working relationship with the Child and Adolescent Development Alumni Chapter, partnering on events and initiatives that address shared goals and interests. This collaboration enhances interdisciplinary engagement and expands opportunities for alumni involvement.

Conferences and Professional Development

In addition to its annual events, the Education Alumni Chapter plays a leading role in organizing major professional development conferences. Notably, the chapter has hosted Trauma-Informed Care Conferences, bringing together practitioners, scholars, and community partners to explore evidence-based approaches that support student well-being and resilience.

These efforts strengthen the chapter’s role as a hub for professional growth, community engagement, and educational leadership

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