The Velodrome was the first of the new facilities built in preparation for the Olympics. A Federal grant won during the same period built the universitys swimming pool. A special sensitivity Dr. Gerth brought to the university was a deep understanding of cultural and sociological factors affecting the education of Americans of Asian descent. He is both formally trained in Asian studies and has lived and worked extensively in Southeast Asia. Southern California is a primary settlement area for immigrants of Asian descent. and thanks to Dr. Gerth. Dominguez Hills has been especially well suited to the educational needs of students from the spectrum of Asian backgrounds.
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