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CSUSB Palm Desert Campus celebrates 40 years of expanding opportunity and transforming lives in the Coachella Valley

For 40 years, the Palm Desert Campus has fulfilled its mission of expanding access to higher education and increasing educational attainment for residents throughout the Coachella Valley.

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CSUSB applications open for spring and fall 2027

Whether prospective students want to begin classes in January or August, Cal State San Bernardino is accepting applications for both spring and fall 2027. The spring application deadline has been extended to Oct. 15 for first-time freshmen and transfer students, while fall applications are now open for submission.

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CSUSB computing programs earn ABET accreditation renewal through 2032

Industry partnerships, hands-on learning and ongoing program assessment support career preparation as Cal State San Bernardino’s computer science and computer engineering programs meet rigorous professional standards.

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CSUSB graduate student’s innovative research earns national recognition

CSUSB graduate student Mayra Silva Barcenas received national recognition at the American Chemical Society Fall Meeting 2026 for her glucose-monitoring research, with her poster selected among the conference’s top 10 and receiving the Best Digital Poster Award.

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Rogers Scholarship reception celebrates student excellence at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus

Since its establishment, the Rogers Scholarship program has awarded more than $2 million to Palm Desert Campus students, helping them pursue their educational and professional goals.

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LGBTQ+ History Month at CSUSB celebrates history, achievement and community

Students, faculty, staff and community members are invited to participate in activities and programs throughout October.

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Building what’s next: JHBC’s 9th annual ShEconomy examines ‘The Future of Work’

CSUSB’s 9th annual ShEconomy brings together accomplished women leaders from entertainment, banking and higher education on Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Santos Manuel Student Union South Theater. They’ll share insights on building careers, creating financial opportunities and stepping into leadership in a changing world of work.

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‘Are the Students Alright?’ Pamela Medina’s award-winning research meets the moment

Pamela Medina, associate professor of public administration at CSUSB, earns national recognition for research exploring how trauma-informed teaching can help students thrive during uncertain times.

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CSUSB Theatre Arts launches 2026-27 season in new Performing Arts Center

CSUSB Theatre Arts is setting the stage for a season of bold beginnings, bringing Shakespeare, dance, opera, student-created works and a delightfully macabre musical to audiences in 2026-27. The season marks the department’s first in CSUSB’s new Performing Arts Center, and opens with “Romeo and Juliet” Nov. 13-22. 

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AI Research and Retraining Center puts people at the center of a changing workforce

With robots, virtual reality and AI-powered tools, CSUSB’s new AI Research and Retraining Center will explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the workplace — and turn that research into practical training to help Inland Empire workers adapt, build new skills and prepare for what comes next.

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Opening doors for families: Angela Padilla Vidarte builds belonging at CSUSB

For Hispanic Heritage Month, CSUSB celebrates Angela Padilla Vidarte, parent and family programs coordinator, whose journey from navigating an unfamiliar language and education system to helping families find their place at Cal State San Bernardino demonstrates how realizing your talent can create a lasting impact.

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Behind the camera, student Kim Rosas finds confidence, community and purpose

History major and first-generation student Kim Rosas came to CSUSB with one path in mind. Then a renewed love of filmmaking, new mentors and a willingness to get involved helped her see just how much she was capable of.

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Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at CSUSB features events, programs

The Association of Latino Faculty, Staff & Students’ ¡Bienvenida! Welcome Celebration on Sept. 15 kicked off a month of cultural programming and related events at CSUSB. Hispanic Heritage Month explores Hispanic and Latinx culture while examining educational issues facing Latinx communities from a range of perspectives.

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CSUSB and San Bernardino Valley College Foundation establish ValleyUp2CSUSB Scholarship for transfer students

Under the two-year agreement, each institution will contribute $25,000 per academic year, providing a combined $100,000 in scholarship funding.

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September 25, 2026
CSUSB Procurement and Contracts Department nationally recognized for fourth consecutive year

The department earned the 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award while simultaneously implementing CSUBuy, the university’s new e-procurement system.

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September 24, 2026
CSUSB recognizes CNS Science Carnival planning committee

Fourteen CSUSB faculty and staff members are being recognized for helping plan the spring 2026 Science Carnival, which welcomed nearly 500 Inland Empire students, teachers, staff and families.

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September 22, 2026
CSUSB earns nine distinctions in U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings

Cal State San Bernardino ranks No. 3 for social mobility and No. 9 among public regional universities in the West, while earning recognition for value and academics.

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