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How Anastasia Lester Turned Challenges Into Purpose
When faith and determination are pressed together, you get Anastasia Lester. She is the Senior Health Equity Analyst for Kern Health Systems but her passion for equity goes beyond her work title.
Expungement Clinic Provides Legal Aid to Community
On March 19, California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB)’s pre-law program hosted its expungement clinic. This clinic was the first of two sessions and served as an opportunity to gather the necessary information to determine the eligibility of people seeking expungement.
Permit and Regulation Resource Guide for Street Vendors and New Businesses
As conversations grow in Bakersfield about street vendors following the Casa Loma Swap meet vendors’ having to move from their space, Kern Sol News has put together a list of steps people can take to get their permits if they choose.
Panel Explores Academic Freedom in Higher Education
California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) welcomed staff, faculty, students, and community members to an Academic Freedom panel hosted by the Kegley Institute of Ethics (KIE) on Thursday evening.
CA Organizations Oppose Voter ID Initiative
The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California and several other organizations have come together to oppose the Voter ID initiative led by Reform California and State Assemblymember Carl DeMaio.
Leaders Address Employment and Talent Gaps in Healthcare
Bank of America is investing in workforce development in healthcare across the United States by working with colleges and universities.
UFW Foundation Attorney Katherine Tello Discusses Her Journey
On Tuesday evening, California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB)’s Pre-Law Society hosted a discussion with Katherine Tello, a staff attorney for the United Farm Workers Foundation (UFWF).
UFW Foundation Offers Free Legal Immigration and Naturalization Workshop
On March 7, the United Farm Workers Foundation (UFW) will be hosting its free legal immigration, consultation, naturalization, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewal workshop.
BHC Launches THRIVE to Support Economic Justice Efforts of CBOs
Building Healthy Communities (BHC) Kern is launching THRIVE, a program to assist local organizations in fighting for economic justice.
Kern County Judge Keenan Perkins Speaks at CSUB About Path to the Bench
On Wednesday evening, California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) welcomed Kern County Superior Court Judge Keenan Perkins, who presides over juvenile matters, for a talk discussing his journey to the bench and his experiences serving on the court.