The Through the Student Lens Film Festival—the first and only film festival created for CSU students and alumni—got its start just as the pandemic forced festivals and events all over the world to go virtual. Thankfully the festival’s founder, Teaching Associate Professor and professional filmmaker Usama Alshaibi, chose to persevere. With the help of dedicated student volunteers and staff, Through the Student Lens (TSL) hosted its first in-person premiere on April 21, 2022 in Eddy Hall.
In a 2021 monthly series, we share stories that reflect our curiosity, ability to adapt, engagement with the community, and research and creative expertise. This month, we are focusing on our curiosity.
Ajhanai Newton (Sociology, ’15) is an instructor for CSU’s Master of Sport Management. She researches leadership, gender, and race in collegiate athletics.
His commitment to students and unwavering appreciation of differences in origin and perspective contributed to KuoRay Mao winning a 2020 Best Teacher Award.
