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¼ªÏ鷻’s Centers and Institutes (C&Is) are creative and intentional spaces organized around scholarly, creative, research, education and/or public service activities that draw upon faculty and interdisciplinary expertise for the benefit of the campus and local community.Ìý

To uphold the mission of the Institute for Community Health and Wellbeing, theÌýICHWB collaborates with our Center partners to help host monthly meetings for the Center Directors to discuss partnership opportunities on current or future projects. Additionally, meetings offer a place for Centers to share the latest updates on the internal happenings of their organization and connect with other Directors from different ¼ªÏé·» Centers.

Interested in joining a meeting?ÌýSee our Spring Schedule Below and email Hema.Kapil@csun.edu for more info:Ìý

February - Thurs. Feb 27, 2025 2-4pm FacDev Commons in University Library

March (date coming soon)Ìý

April (date coming soon)Ìý

May (date coming soon)Ìý


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Aquatic Center at Castaic Lake - Boating education center and water safety education

- Early childhood education program

- Assessments, interventions, and training for individuals with autism

Berke Assessment Clinic & LibraryÌý- Assessments and consultations for youths with learning, emotional, and behavioral challenges

Center for AchievementÌý- Aquatic and land-based therapeutic exercise programs for individuals with disabilities

Center for Geospatial Science & TechnologyÌý- Interdisciplinary research center focused on applications, education, and innovations using GIS

Ìý- Undergraduate and graduate programs preparing students for careers in tourism, hospitality, and recreation management

Center for Teaching & LearningÌý- Professional development, research, and collaboration opportunities for educators

Ìý- Therapeutic services, early learning centers, and professional training for children's development

Child and Family Studies CenterÌý- Educational setting for young children from the community, aiming to secure strong relationships between home and school

Consumer Resources CenterÌý- Assisting visitors with banking, investing, financial planning, tax filing, identity theft protection, and more

Ìý- High and low challenge activities designed to enhance personal and team development

DuBois - Hamer Institute for Academic AchievementÌý- Empowering underrepresented students and marginalized communities through education, community engagement, and commitment to giving back

Family Focus Resource CenterÌý- Supporting families raising children with disabilities through education, advocacy, and support services

HERE CenterÌý- Collaborating with communities to improve health equity through research, education, and partnerships

Institute for SustainabilityÌý- Integrating sustainability into university operations, education, and research, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration across all colleges

Klotz Student Health CenterÌý- Providing comprehensive healthcare services to students, including primary care, dental, vision, and specialty services

Language, Speech, & Hearing CenterÌý- Providing comprehensive evaluations and therapy for communication disorders across all ages, supervised by licensed faculty

Los Angeles Times Literacy CenterÌý- Offering literacy assessments and personalized tutoring for K-12 students, serving as a training site for graduate students in Language and Literacy programs

Marilyn Magaram CenterÌý- Enhancing health and well-being through research, education, and services in food science, nutrition, and dietetics

Ìý- Nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty via food assistance, clothing, and case management services

Mitchell Family Counseling ClinicÌý-ÌýCounseling services for individuals, couples, and families, provided by graduate students under faculty supervision

Ìý-ÌýMusic therapy services for individuals of all ages with neurodiverse and neurological diagnoses, provided by board-certified therapists

Ìý- Offering health and wellness programs to promote student academic success

Office of Community EngagementÌý- FosteringÌýcivic responsibility by facilitating service learning, co-curricular activities, and community-based research

Physical Therapy CenterÌý-ÌýDoctoral program preparing students for licensure as physical therapists

Social Skills Assessment InterventionÌý-ÌýProviding individualized interventions for social skills, communication, and behavior for children, adolescents, and adults

Special Education Literacy ClinicÌý-ÌýProviding reading instruction to children with mild to moderate disabilities

Strength UnitedÌý- Dedicated to ending abuse, empowering families, and developing leaders in the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys

Student Recreation CenterÌý-ÌýFitness center offering workout facilities, intramural leagues, and outdoor equipment rentals

Teenage Drama WorkshopÌý-ÌýSix-week summer program for teens aged 12-18, offering intensive training in acting, dance, and voice, culminating in live performances

Institute of Community Health & Wellbeing

Contact Information

Santa Susana Hall Room 115

18111 Nordhoff Street,
Northridge, CA 91330-8250

  • Phone: (818) 677-7709

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Mirna Troncoso Sawyer, PhD, MPH, ¶Ù¾±°ù±ð³¦³Ù´Ç°ù


Hema Kapil, Department Coordinator

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