The Library will be running extended hours to support you during finals season: 7AM to 3AM, May 5-14!!
Did you know we offer 24/7 librarian live chat to help with your research needs?
➡️ library.csun.edu/ask-us
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Congratulations to all graduating Matadors from all of us at the University Library❣️
May your next chapter be filled with joy and success, in a place where your passion thrives.
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The University Library celebrates APIDA Heritage Month and proudly features:
Herstory 1 & 2: The Legal History of Chinese American Women
The earliest Chinese American women who came to the U.S. in 1785 were mostly merchant’s wives and housemaids. In the following 165 years, these women pioneers established an impressive legal history. They not only fought to become American citizens but also fiercely fought for their right to be treated with dignity as human beings. Herstory 1 showcases the legal milestones and often harrowing stories of these brave women. Before their lives and accomplishments are completely lost in the annals of history, we aim to tell her story. We finally give voice to those Chinese American women who paved the way for our past, present and future.
Starting from 1912 to 2020, Herstory 2 exhibit covers landmark cases, including the sexual discrimination lawsuit filed by Ellen Pao and the #MeToo Movement. During this time period, there were more than 10 Chinese American women elected to the government office who became Senators, Assemblywomen and Mayors. Chinese American women have not only weathered gender inequality, but racial discrimination as well, and this exhibit documents the contributions they have made to earn their well-deserved place in history.
This traveling exhibit runs from May 1, 2026 to November 2, 2026
Location: University Library 2nd Floor, West Wall outside the Exhibit Gallery
Since its founding, the Society has been dedicated to promoting Herstory—The Legal History of Chinese American Women traveling exhibition and publishing related books.
Special thanks to Librarian Yi Ding for the collaboration!
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🚨‼️ Happening Today‼️🚨
Come de-stress in the @csunlibrary lobby today, May 6th from 11am to 3pm with our Press Your Stress button making event! 😮💨
Join the CMS as we give out reassuring finals themed buttons or de-stress with some arts and crafts and create your very own button design! 🎨✍️
We can’t wait to see you soon!
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FIRST TIME VOTER EDUCATION DIALOGUE
Are you a first-time voter or know someone who is? Join this virtual event designed to help young people feel more informed, confident, and ready to vote.
This space will include peer-to-peer conversations, non-partisan information about voting, and a chance to ask questions.
📅 Wednesday, May 6, 2026
⏰ 8:00 - 8:30 PM PST
💻 Virtual
👥 Ages 18 - 25 (first-time voters & future leaders)
✔️ Peer-to-peer dialogue
✔️ Non-partisan voting info
✔️ Q&A session
📲 Register in advance using the QR code on the flyer and check out Peace in Education @Peaceined.org ,
Co-sponsored by @guides.vote , Black Women for Positive Change, and LA County Registrar-Recorder.
#FirstTimeVoter #YouthEngagement #CivicEngagement #CSUN #CommunityEngagement #VoteReady #YoungVoters #PeaceInEducation
Hey Matadors! Getting stressed out as we enter finals week? 😰
Take a study break inside the CMS VR/Gaming Room! 😎 Play Steam or Meta VR games or download your own Steam games and let off some steam 😉 with some PC gaming ‼️
Our room was down for a few weeks but it’s back up and running again! Just in time for much needed study breaks! 😮💨
Use the link in our bio to reserve now!
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Hey Matadors!
2026 is a major election year, and your voice matters. From local to national elections, this is your chance to show up and make an impact.
Mark your calendars:
-May 18: Deadline to register for the CA Governor Primary
-June 2: Voting Day (CA Governor Primary)
-September 15: National Voter Registration Day
-November 3: Voting Day (U.S. Senate & House)
Not sure if you’re registered? Need to sign up? We’ve got you covered. Check the links in our flyer or stop by one of the on-campus registration events.
📍 On-campus help:
Tuesdays 12-2 PM near the Farmers Market
Thursdays 11 AM-1 PM near the Prator Fountain
You can also vote by mail or drop off your ballot near Redwood Hall (Matadome).
Let’s make this a record year for Matador voters. Show up, stay informed, and make your voice heard.
Please consider joining CSUN Act Now to learn more!
#CSUN #MatadorsVote #CSUNActNow #Vote2026 #RegisterToVote #CampusEngagement
Don’t let Finals stress get you down. Whether you need a good place to study, help with research, or even a little break, CSUN University Library is here for you. From May 4th through Finals Week, the Library will host a variety of activities to support your studies and your well-being.
Stress-Less Activities at the Library
✔️Build Your Own Finals Survival Kit (Main floor lobby)
Go into finals week feeling prepared by creating your own Finals Survival kit: stickers, snacks, highlighters, and more!. Starting May 4th. (Supplies will vary and can run out.)
✔️Take a Study Break at the “Stress-Less Station” Tables in the Library Lobby.
Take a moment for mindfulness with a rotation of enjoyable activities: Stress-Less Coloring, Mindful Origami, and Puzzles.
✔️Press Your Stress! Button-Making
Need a creative break from finals? Come press your stress away with us! Design and draw your own custom pin-back button OR grab a ready-made finals-themed button to show off your survival skills. Wednesday, May 6th from 11am to 3pm. It’s quick, it’s fun, and it’s the perfect way to get some wearable motivation!
✔️Check-out Board Games
Take a break and play one of your favorite board games or puzzles. Board games can be checked out at the Guest Services Desk in the lobby starting May 4th.
✔️Graffiti Board
May 4th to May 15th on the Main Floor of the Learning Commons. The good, the bad, and the in-between – tell us how finals are going on our graffiti board!
✔️Relaxing Videos on the Media Wall
Stop by the ASRS Viewing Room, Main Floor, East Wing and catch some of our fun, cute, and relaxing videos.
More resources:
library.csun.edu/events/finals-countdown-spring-2026
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The University Library celebrates APIDA Heritage Month and proudly features:
Herstory 1 & 2: The Legal History of Chinese American Women
The earliest Chinese American women who came to the U.S. in 1785 were mostly merchant’s wives and housemaids. In the following 165 years, these women pioneers established an impressive legal history. They not only fought to become American citizens but also fiercely fought for their right to be treated with dignity as human beings. Herstory 1 showcases the legal milestones and often harrowing stories of these brave women. Before their lives and accomplishments are completely lost in the annals of history, we aim to tell her story. We finally give voice to those Chinese American women who paved the way for our past, present and future.
Starting from 1912 to 2020, Herstory 2 exhibit covers landmark cases, including the sexual discrimination lawsuit filed by Ellen Pao and the #MeToo Movement. During this time period, there were more than 10 Chinese American women elected to the government office who became Senators, Assemblywomen and Mayors. Chinese American women have not only weathered gender inequality, but racial discrimination as well, and this exhibit documents the contributions they have made to earn their well-deserved place in history.
This traveling exhibit runs from May 1, 2026 to November 2, 2026
Location: University Library 2nd Floor, West Wall outside the Exhibit Gallery
Since its founding, the Society has been dedicated to promoting Herstory—The Legal History of Chinese American Women traveling exhibition and publishing related books.
Special thanks to Librarian Yi Ding for the collaboration!
#CSUN #CSUNLibrary
We are honored to be featured by the California State University, Northridge Library in a newly published article celebrating the Centennial of the Junior League of Los Angeles.
On our 85th anniversary, we entrusted our archives to CSUN through a special collaborative partnership. As we celebrate 100 years, we’re proud to share that partnership is thriving—and our members have never been more engaged with our archives. There is something powerful about stepping into the special archives collection and exploring the artifacts, mementos, and small treasures that now stand as beacons of our storied history.
“You can’t really know where you are going until you know where you have been.” — Maya Angelou
Thank you to the CSUN Library for helping preserve and tell our story. 💙
#JLLA100 #JuniorLeague #CentennialCelebration #WomenInLeadership #lahistory
