About Us

The Yadunandan Center for India Studies at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) is dedicated to the impartial study of India’s cultures, peoples and history. Formally inaugurated in 2005, the establishment of the center was made possible by a generous donation from the Uka and Nalini Solanki Foundation. The first of its kind in California, it seeks to:

• Provide a platform for the interdisciplinary study and critical analysis of the Indian subcontinent.

• Promote India studies by actively supporting scholars across a variety of academic disciplines, including the social sciences, humanities, arts and education, as well as through fellowships and scholarships.

• Take a leadership role in establishing and hosting a Southern California network for the development of India awareness among universities and colleges.

• Establish collaborative networks with the large and diverse Asian Indian community and beyond through programs, including conferences and exhibitions, lectures and seminars, as well as India-related cultural and community activities.

• Conduct outreach for K-12 teachers and educators through curriculum development and workshops.