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60th anniversary

From left, CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales, Linda Bennecke, alumna '69, and Richard Bennecke, alumnus '67 and the first ASI President at CSUSB.
November 17, 2025

Richard and Linda Bennecke built their lives alongside the growing institution. Richard was the college’s student body president, while Linda, a campus tour guide, produced the college’s first historic publication, “The T Tauri.” 

Students make their way past what was then known as the Creative Arts Building in the 1970s.
November 4, 2025

This month looks at the university during the 1970s. This was the decade that established the then-named California State College at San Bernardino as a vibrant higher education institution and community.

 Steve Vivian
October 14, 2025

As CSUSB celebrates its 60th anniversary, Vivian sees the milestone as both an opportunity for reflection as well as a call to action. “To me, it means being part of a legacy,” he said.

An aerial view of California State College at San Bernardino, showing the campus’ three original buildings.
October 6, 2025

Beginning with the 1960s this month, the history of the university in each decade will be featured as part of the 60th anniversary of California State University, San Bernardino.