Department Chair

Dr. Yarma Velazquez


Office:  Jerome Richfield 151B

Phone: 818-677-3314

Send email

Current Students

CATS current students

Welcome, current students! This page provides essential resources and opportunities to help you thrive in the Central American and Transborder Studies program and achieve your academic goals at CSUN.

La Ceiba

The Undergraduate Journal of the Central American and Transborder Studies Department showcases the exceptional talents of CSUN students while celebrating the vibrant culture and rich heritage of the Central American diaspora. By featuring diverse works of art and scholarship, the journal fosters a sense of community among students passionate about Central American and transborder studies. This annual publication serves as a platform for students to share their voices, connect with their heritage, and strengthen bonds within the department and beyond.

To Apply send an email to susana.marcelo@csun.edu where you introduce yourself and explain what you hoping to learn from La Ceiba. Attach your resume.

La Ceiba: The Undergraduate Journal of the Central American and Transborder Studies Department

Students Organizations 

Connect with fellow students and explore your interests through student organizations. These groups offer opportunities for networking, cultural engagement, and leadership development within the CSUN community. View organizations in MataSync.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from our program go on to careers in education, community organizing, public policy, international relations, and more. You’ll gain the skills needed to advocate for justice, lead in diverse fields, and make a difference. Our graduates go into careers like:

  • Community Organizer
  • Cultural Program Coordinator
  • Educator
  • Social Worker
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Immigration Advocate
  • Nonprofit Administrator
  • Journalist
  • International Relations Specialist
  • Diversity and Inclusion Specialist

Department Chair

Dr. Yarma Velazquez


Office:  Jerome Richfield 151B

Phone: 818-677-3314

Send email

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