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The CSU pledges to be a Vaccine Champion University as part of new White House effort aimed at increasing vaccinations for younger Americans.

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As the CSU shapes the bright minds of our future, those minds are already working to lead California, the nation and the world to a better tomorrow. The 35th Annual CSU Student Research Competition, hosted by California State Polytechnic University, Pomona April 30-May 1, 2021, showcased student researchers from across the university who are finding solutions to the world’s challenges. Here are just a few of the competition’s winners.

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Meet just a few remarkable graduates from the class of 2021, many of whom overcame significant challenges on their path to earning a degree, and learn how they plan to pay it forward.

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LGBTQIA awareness is always in season, but during Pride Month in June, there's a heightened sense of visibility and community. These CSU faculty members, students, alumni and staff are committ​ed to breaking down closet doors year-round.​

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Mental Health First Aid training program empowers CSU faculty to become mental health allies for students.

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On the eve of graduation, five CSU students reflect on their transformational time on campus, the wisdom they’ve gained and the insight they’ll take with them.

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Broad’s generous legacy throughout the CSU will positively impact generations of students in California.

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Graduation day is an exhilarating event. But what happens after the confetti settles? We spoke to CSU alumni to see how a degree impacted their lives post-graduation.​

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Saúl Jiménez-Sandoval Appointed President of California State University, Fresno

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Many CSU campuses now offer even more options for students and employees to get their COVID-19 shots, thanks to unique partnerships with national pharmacies and local hospitals.

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The CSU marks its latest milestone with this year’s graduating class.

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Economic recovery following the pandemic will require an entrepreneurial skill set. Fortunately, the CSU offers inquiring minds a multitude of resources. No wonder CSU alumni are leading the way.

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Requirement would go into effect for the fall 2021 term contingent upon one or more vaccines receiving full approval

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Just adapting to climate change is not something the world can afford to do. So, the CSU is exploring all options to thwart potentially disastrous consequences.

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Annual CSU Facilities Management Conference honored three campuses for sustainable practices and five for safety in construction.

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Monday, April 5 kicked off a week of virtual visits between California State University leaders and federal legislators for CSU District Week.

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The CSU invests in the education of potential Cal State students.

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Find out how the CSU helps students launch their post-graduation careers.

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A new $600,000 grant from Microsoft will be used to increase the number of scholarships available to mathematics and science teacher education candidates.

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Tsunamis pose a real threat to the California coast, even if the triggering earthquakes occur elsewhere. CSU researchers are helping ensure coastal cities are ready.

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CSU campuses hosted CalFresh Outreach Week to raise awareness of expanded nutrition program for students.

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The CSU’s new leader embarks on a statewide tour to get to know each campus and raise the visibility of the nation’s largest public four-year university.

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Outreach to African American community aims to encourage a college-going culture and to eliminate equity gaps.

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Meet some CSU students who made the decision to return to school and persevere in earning their degree.

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New and soon-to-be CSU graduates are well positioned to navigate the post-COVID economy with resilience.

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When the earth shakes, there’s a chance the walls will come tumbling down. CSU engineering faculty are working to make sure California's structures can withstand the quaking.

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Supporting its mission of public service, the CSU is hosting COVID vaccination clinics statewide to help end the pandemic.

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As the health crisis appears to plateau, CSU faculty and students continue to pool their time, talents and resources to fight the spread.

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Annual Wang Family Excellence Awards honor extraordinary dedication and contributions in teaching, scholarship and service to CSU students.

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Exemplary faculty and students from Cal State Fullerton, CSUN and Sacramento State were honored during the virtual university-wide symposium.

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CSU geology experts study the active land California inhabits to better understand earthquakes and predict the location and intensity of future temblors.

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As we bid 2020 farewell—perhaps with a sigh of relief—we reflect on the year’s joys and accomplishments despite the challenges.​

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2020 has been one of the most daunting years for California businesses. But as small business owners continue to push forward through economic challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, several allies across the state are there to help—many anchored at California State University campuses in the form of Small Business Development Centers (SBDC).

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The College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) gives students from migrant and seasonal farmworker backgrounds opportunities beyond the fields.

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While the COVID-19 pandemic reshapes our lives in countless ways, innovative CSU faculty have nimbly shifted to provide real-time relevancy in their coursework.

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For college students everywhere, building a new community of friends and colleagues is every bit as valuable as the learning and career opportunities college provides. But doing so during COVID-19 comes with its own set of unique challenges. How do you create the campus experience when social distancing is the new norm? To combat that loss, staff and student leaders across all CSU campuses have been working to create spaces, largely online, where students can effectively and safely connect and regain that sense of campus life.

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The California State University once again received some of the highest possible ratings in CollegeNET’s 2020 “Social Mobility Index” (SMI), which ranks nearly 1,500 colleges and universities in the United States according to their contribution to economic mobility.

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​​​​To better serve high school and community college students facing university admissions challenges caused by COVID-19, the California State University (CSU) will extend its fall 2021 priority application deadline to December 15, 2020. Students interested in attending any CSU campus can apply at the university's application portal, Cal State Apply.

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Dig into the knowledge and interests of CSU faculty experts with their personal book recommendations.

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The CSU prepares students to advocate for their communities through public service, volunteering and civic engagement.

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In the midst of a tumultuous year, the CSU reaffirms its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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The California State University (CSU) enrolled its largest-ever student body for the fall 2020 term, CSU officials announced today. The 23 campuses of the university collectively enrolled 485,549 students, surpassing the previous enrollment high of 484,297 in fall 2017 and more than 3,600 students greater than fall 2019 (481,929).

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Student achievement throughout the California State University (CSU) as measured by graduation rates has increased to an all-time high under Graduation Initiative 2025.

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The CSU Program for Education and Research in Biotechnology (CSUPERB) continues to prepare students for California’s growing biotechnology workforce in several disciplines across all 23 campuses.

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​​In times of political and societal turmoil, misinformation abounds. From deepfakes to viral conspiracy theories, how do we trust the media we consume is truthful? Education may be the best defense in creating critical information consumers in today's “fake news" world.

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Discover how the CSU is increasing critical technology access to ensure student success in virtual learning.

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By incorporating extended reality into teaching, CSU faculty enhance the learning experience in the classroom and online.

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For some, summer is a welcome break in the academic cycle. For many CSU students, however, summer is the perfect time for career-enhancing internships, life-enhancing service opportunities or knowledge-expanding research projects. While this summer posed some COVID-19-related challenges, CSU students still found ways to reclaim summer break as an opportunity to learn and serve. Meet some of the CSU students who used their summer to better themselves, their communities and their state.

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Thanks to prudent financial management, liquidity and strong demand for a California State University education, the CSU's systemwide bond ratings are stable.

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The CSU firmly believes that education can create alternatives to the justice system's revolving door policy. The university's commitment to offering options to those touched by incarceration is evident in programs such as Project Rebound, which is active at multiple campuses, and the Prison BA Graduation Initiative at California State University, Los Angeles.