“Studying in Switzerland and Italy showed me the level of investment it takes to make an impact on someone, whether through food or guest interactions,” said hospitality management student Allen Pahl. “There was a moment of culture shock, seeing how differently people approach hospitality in Europe — the way they greet guests, the attention to detail and how valued I felt as a customer. It made everything we’ve studied in class come to life.”
After building a global career at the intersection of innovation and sustainability, Robert Grey returns to where his journey began. This week, he returns to his alma mater and joins other respected leaders in a variety of fields, including sustainability, technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and more, at the Defining the Future Conference, offering a glimpse into what lies ahead.
Cal State San Bernardino will award an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters to alumnus William M. Stevenson during its Spring Commencement ceremonies on May 15-16. A longtime banking professional, educator and supporter of the university, Stevenson is being recognized for his decades of service to the business community and his lasting contributions to CSUSB and the region.
The Greater Palm Springs Tourism Foundation has awarded CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students more than $100,000 in scholarships over the past five years.
Sixty-seven students from diverse disciplines presented 26 project presentations showcasing their creative activities, scholarly works and research.
“An Evening in Monte Carlo” brought together community leaders, industry partners, university administrators, alumni and supporters for an evening of celebration, connection and purpose.
Johanna Smith (theatre arts), Ahlam Muhtaseb (communication and media), Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) and Mahmood Nikbakhtzadeh (health science and human ecology) were mentioned in recent articles, James Fenelon (sociology) published a book review, and Michelle Russen (hospitality management/marketing), and Rachel Kanter (a graduate student in psychology) with Christina Hassija (professor of psychology and dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Science) published their research.
Their initiatives are among 63 faculty-led projects selected for their potential to enable transformative teaching methods, foster groundbreaking research and address key concerns about AI adoption within the academic environment.
The immersive program, which took place during their spring break in April, was designed to provide students with firsthand exposure to the vibrant hospitality industry of Italy and offered participants hands-on learning and professional development opportunities.