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The Sonoma State University College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies prepares leaders for CA schools and communities.
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This year we have 18 recipients of the Chancellor’s Office Residency Scholarship. Today we are proud to highlight Refugio Mata! Congratulations Refugio! You can learn more about the scholarship here: elp.calstate.edu/about-us/fin... #teachers @Sonoma State University
Image of person smiling and text that says 'STUDENT SPOTLIGHT "I want to be a role model for my future students and make a meaningful difference in their lives." -Refugio Mata Multiple Subject Credential candidate and Chancellor's Office Residency Scholarship recipient COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES'
December 10, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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🍀Best of luck to all of our students! Happy Finals Week! #finalsweek #GoodLuck @Sonoma State University
Drawings of books, bags, clocks and pens and text "Wishing you good luck with all of your fınals! Study hard, and success will follow.'
December 8, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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Learn how to earn money while getting your teaching credential! Our next information session for the teacher residency program is next Monday at 4pm! More information and Zoom link here: eces.sonoma.edu/grants-speci... @Sonoma State University
Images of kids in classrooms, and text 'TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAMS MAKE $34k+ WHILE EARNING YOUR TEACHING CREDENTIAL 2025 Virtual Residency Information Session Monday, Dec 8 4-5pm'
December 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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In 1975, President Ford signed our nation’s 1st federal special education law, the Individuals with Disabilities Act. This law made public education available to all eligible children with disabilities across the nation & ensured proper services were provided to those children. #specialeducationday
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December 2, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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We wish everyone a restful Thanksgiving break! Our offices will be closed 11/27 & 11/28. Here are some ways to honor Native American perspectives during the holiday, and throughout Native American Heritage Month: americanindian.si.edu/nk360/inform...
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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Image of corn, pumpkins and leaves, and text that says 'Happy Thanksgiving From Dean Laura Alamillo and the faculty and staff of the College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES'
November 26, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Become a teacher in your community! The application deadline for many of our great credential and MA programs is coming up next week on November 30th. Details here: eces.sonoma.edu/admissions #teaching @Sonoma State University
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November 24, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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This year we have 18 recipients of the Chancellor’s Office Residency Scholarship. Today we are proud to highlight Multiple Subject Credential candidate Naoni Padilla. Congratulations Naoni! You can learn more about the scholarship here: elp.calstate.edu/about-us/fin... @Sonoma State University
Image of mother and baby and text that says 'STUDENT SPOTLIGHT want to show (my daughter) that no matter what you want to do in life keep at it no matter how hard.. As long as you love it do it. SONOMA STATE STATE UNIVERSITY -Naoni Padilla Multiple Subject Credential candidate and Chancellor's Office Residency Scholarship recipient COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES'
November 20, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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This year we have 18 recipients of the Chancellor’s Office Residency Scholarship. Today we are proud to highlight Single Subject Credential candidate Benjamin Guerrero. Congratulations Benjamin! You can learn more about the scholarship here: elp.calstate.edu/about-us/fin... @Sonoma State University
Image of ‎a person and text that says '‎STUDENT SPOTLIGHT "Being awarded this residency grant has taken a lot of pressure off my mind knowing I don't have to have two jobs anymore." SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY -Benjamin Guerrero Single Subject Credential Candidate and Chancellor's Office Residency Scholarship recipient COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COUNSELING & ETHNIC STUDIES'
November 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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As part of our celebration of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, we celebrate the life and legacy of Wilma Mankiller, first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Learn more about Wilma's life and work here: www.womenshistory.org/education-re... @Sonoma State University
Image of text that says '"Cows run away from the storm while the buffalo charges toward it and gets through it quicker. Whenever I'm confronted with a tough challenge, I do not prolong the torment, I become the buffalo." -Wilma Mankiller first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation'
November 15, 2025 at 12:08 AM
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Campus will be closed 11/11 in observance of Veterans Day. We would like to thank all of our veterans who have served honorably in the military. Rohnert Park will be hosting its annual celebration from 11am-12pm @ the Community Center. Info here: www.rpcity.org/839/Veterans... #VeteransDay
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November 6, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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Join us today from 5:30-7pm in Weyden & Brewster (in the Student Center) for PUERTA's ‘Leading con Corazón’ event. Enjoy food, grab swag, meet professionals in your field (teaching, nursing and healthcare) and be a part of the Puerta Comunidad. @Sonoma State University
Image of text that says 'PUERTA Pre-professional Pathways Student Success Sonoma State University Leading con Corazón Wednesday, November 5th 5.30 to 7 pm Weyden & Brewster (W&B) ENJOY FOOD, GRAB SWAG, MEET PROFESSIONALS IN YOUR FIELD, AND BE A PART OF THE PUERTA COMUNIDAD! Puerta is a vibrant community that serves, retains, and supports Latinx/e undergraduate students in pre-professional pathways of Teaching, Nursing, and Healthcare at Sonoma State University, Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). SIGN UP HERE!'
November 5, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Tomorrow is election day! Don't forget to vote. You can drop your ballot off on campus (ballot box by the flag pole at the main entrance). More resources and information here: sonomacounty.gov/administrati... @Sonoma State University #election2025 #vote
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November 3, 2025 at 11:42 PM
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Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich & diverse cultures, & histories of all Native cultures. Today The HUB will be hosting a luncheon to kick off Native American Heritage month from 11am to 1pm. More events here: hub.sonoma.edu/events #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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November 3, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE! SSU is a member of the CSU Asian Bilingual Teacher Education Program consortium. We are currently recruiting credentialed teachers who are bilingual in many Asian languages (see website for details).
Deadline is 3/1 for a summer 2026 program start. www.fullerton.edu/btep/
Image of smiling faces and text 'UP TO $20K SCHOLARSHIP!!! TEACH AN ASIAN LANGUAGE! Cantonese & Mandarin, Filipino/Tagalog, Hmong, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Vietnamese CSU Asian Language Bilingual Teaching Education Program Consortium Spring 2026 Deadline: October 1, 2025 www.fullerton.edu/btep'
October 30, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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🍂Our fall newsletter is out. Thanks to everyone who contributed stories to share this semester. Check it out, and share with family and friends! mailchi.mp/sonoma/eces-... @Sonoma State University
Image of person in graduation robes and text that says 'ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT Lizbet Gonzalez CALS BA Philosophy BA McNair Scholar Lizbet Gonzalez grew up in Temecula, CA and received a BA in Chicano/Latino Studies and a BA in Philosophy (with an emphasis on pre- pre-law -law and applied ethics) from Sonoma State University She then received Master of Public Policy (with concentration in social policy) from George Washington University in Washington DC. Lizbet first hoped to become a nurse when she came to SSU, because she wanted to help others She was'
October 29, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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See Dean Laura Alamillo and Professor Rhianna Casesa on ABC7 News discussing cuts to federal grants for our teacher residency programs: abc7news.com/post/sonoma-... @Sonoma State University
Sonoma State teacher credentialing program faces cuts amid Trump's assault on DEI programs
The U.S. Department of Education sent Sonoma State a letter stating it was ending discretionary funding to colleges that serve large Hispanic populations, claiming the university was discriminating.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:46 PM
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New this year, the U’Ren Teacher Residency Scholarship supports students in our residency program & is made possible by Robert & Kris U'Ren. The recipients are Maribel Flores, Gabriel Monje-Paulson, Cindy Velasquez, & Anthony Weeden. Congratulations all! eces.sonoma.edu/grants-speci... @Sonoma State
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October 28, 2025 at 3:42 PM
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Today we celebrate the birthday of educator, suffragist and civil rights activist Adelina "Nina" Otero-Warren. You can learn all about her fascinating life here: www.womenshistory.org/education-re... @SonomaStateUniversity
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October 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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The Williamson Family Scholarship for Future STEM Teachers provides funding to undergraduate students working toward becoming STEM teachers & we're proud to announce that Camila Carrillo & Esmeralda Cervantes Ramirez are the recipients this year! Congratulations! eces.sonoma.edu/awards-event...
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October 22, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Join us today at 5:30pm via Zoom to learn about our paid teacher residency program (link online): eces.sonoma.edu/grants-speci... @SonomaStateUniversity
Image of students in classroom and text 'TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAMS MAKE $34k+ WHILE EARNING YOUR TEACHING CREDENTIAL 2025 Virtual Residency Information Sessions: Tuesday, Oct 21 5:30-6:30pm Questions? Rhianna Casesa, PhD casesa@sonoma.edu'
October 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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This Saturday @ 3pm @ the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, our own Dr. Daniel Malpica will engage in a compelling panel discussion with photojournalist Erik Castro, and documentary photographer Ken Light.
$25 for SVMA Members/$30 non-Members. svma.org/event/in-con... @SonomaStateUniversity
Black and white photo of men working and text 'October 18, 3pm In Conversation: Erik Castro, Ken Light, and Dr. Daniel Malpica Sonoma Valley Museum of Art svma.org/events'
October 16, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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Join our upcoming information sessions to learn more about our teacher residency program with the Novato Unified School District. 10/21 at 5:30pm at Lynwood Elementary, or 1/26 at 5:30pm at Loma Verde Elementary. We hope to see you there! @Sonoma State University www.nusd.org/residentteac...
Image of text that says 'NOVATO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NEW TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY #NUSDROCKS Candidates engage intensive preparation program at either Lynwood Language Immersion School or Loma Verde Elementary School. ELEMENTARY INSTRUCTION CREDENTIALING Candidates will also earn a monthly stipend while in the program, with additional paid substituting opportunities. Multiple Subject Credential Multiple Subject with Bilingual Authorization Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or be on track to earn one by Spring 2026. Mayra Perez NUSD Residency Recruiter mayrap0824@gmail.com Join for an upcoming Information Session find out more! Francesca Whitcomb, Exec. Director of HR fwhitcomb@nusd.org Julia Hartnett, HR Specialist Certificated jhartnett@nusd.org Oct 21, 2025 5:30pm Lynwood Elementary School Family Center Jan 26, 2026 5:30pm Loma Verde Elementary School Library' Image of text that says 'NOVATO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NEW TEACHER RESIDENCY PROGRAM SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY #NUSDROCKS (IN SPANISH: Candidates engage intensive preparation program at either Lynwood Language Immersion School or Loma Verde Elementary School. ELEMENTARY INSTRUCTION CREDENTIALING Candidates will also earn a monthly stipend while in the program, with additional paid substituting opportunities. Multiple Subject Credential Multiple Subject with Bilingual Authorization Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or be on track to earn one by Spring 2026. Mayra Perez NUSD Residency Recruiter mayrap0824@gmail.com Join for an upcoming Information Session find out more! Francesca Whitcomb, Exec. Director of HR fwhitcomb@nusd.org Julia Hartnett, HR Specialist Certificated jhartnett@nusd.org Oct 21, 2025 5:30pm Lynwood Elementary School Family Center Jan 26, 2026 5:30pm Loma Verde Elementary School Library')
October 15, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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The Trump administration revoked grant funding designed to add high school teachers of diverse backgrounds & used to address the CA shortage of math, science, special ed and bilingual teachers. Read all about the cuts to our programs in the Press Democrat here: www.pressdemocrat.com/2025/10/14/t...
Trump administration cuts $3.2 million Sonoma State program that helped aspiring teachers
The Trump administration has revoked grant funding designed to add high school teachers of diverse backgrounds and used to address California’s shortage of math, science, special ed and bilin…
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October 14, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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🏳️‍🌈Tomorrow is #NationalComingOutDay. The College of Education, Counseling & Ethnic Studies stands proudly with our LGBTQIA+ students, faculty and staff! www.hrc.org/campaigns/na... @Sonoma State University #Pride #QueerHistoryMonth
National Coming Out Day
Be proud of who you are and your support for LGBTQ+ equality this National Coming Out Day!
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October 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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Our wonderful partnership work with Ukiah schools and Mendocino College was highlighted in this recent article by The Ukiah Daily Journal. Enjoy! www.ukiahdailyjournal.com/2025/10/03/s... @Sonoma State University
October 9, 2025 at 6:02 PM