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California State University, LA – Department of Television, Film and Media Studies

Cal State LA is the premier comprehensive public university in the heart of Los Angeles and is dedicated to engagement, service, and the public good.We are ranked number one in the United States for the upward mobility of our students.The University is a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, Minority-Serving Institution, and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.

The Department of Television, Film, and Media Studies offers a B.A. in Television & Film, a B.A. in Journalism, a M.A. in Media Studies, and a M.F.A. in Television, Film and Theatre in collaboration with the Department ofTheatre and Dance.

The Department of TVFM is committed to amplifying the diverse voices and visions of traditionally underrepresented students, and equipping our graduates with the knowledge and skills they will need to achieve personal success in their professional careers.

For 25 years, GGF has provided transformative support for Cal State LA’s diverse, low- income students through scholarships, equipment grants, thesis funds, and never-to-be- forgotten emergency grants during the pandemic.This year, GGF funds will provide our students with critical support for film festivals and their films.

www.calstatela.edu/al/television-film-and-media-studies

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