University News

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Named to 2026 Forbes America's Top Colleges List

The 2026 Forbes America’s Top Colleges list recognizes institutions offering the strongest educational value and post-graduate success.

August 29, 2025

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Major Stupski Grants Transform Academic Advising

Thanks to a new $2.5M grant from the Stupski Foundation, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay will have a more visible and accessible advising system.

December 2, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: November 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

November 1, 2024

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CSU Partners with Riverside County to Launch First-Ever Direct Admission Pilot

Eligible students at every public high school in Riverside County will soon be offered direct admission even before they apply to the ÍÑ¿ã°É, including ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay. 

October 29, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: October 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

October 1, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: September 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

September 1, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: August 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

August 1, 2024

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How Old School Is The New School: The Osher Lifelong Learning Center

It is never too late to learn new things, and for many, it is a passion. Osher Lifelong Learning Center (OLLI) at ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Concord Center gives its students the opportunity to explore their curiosities, holding classes on everything from creative writing to kaleidoscopes. 

July 25, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: July 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

July 1, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: June 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

June 1, 2024

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Want to Jumpstart Your Career or Win That Internship? ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Director of Career Education and Success Shares Powerful Advice to Get You Ahead

Read on to gain Clark Boothby’s expertise and insight so you’re prepared when the opportunity comes your way.

May 14, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: May 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

May 1, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay MESA earns first-of-its-kind accreditation for broadening participation in STEM

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay MESA College Prep Program is one of the first pre-college STEM programs in the U.S. to earn accreditation for its progress in broadening opportunity for Black, Latina/o/e and Indigenous students in STEM from Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools.

April 30, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: April 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

April 1, 2024

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Yes, it’s rude to have your cell phone out at dinner — and more etiquette rules you might be breaking

With the saturation of smartphones and the popularity of dating apps and Zoom interviews, some etiquette has loosened. But, according to ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Professor of Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation Thomas Padron, much of it, like showing good old-fashioned manners, remains the same.

March 5, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: March 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

March 1, 2024

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Building Leaders at ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay's crosstown agreement with UC Berkeley allows full-time students travel to Berkeley for physical training, leadership labs and other ROTC-specific classes.

January 26, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: January 2024

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

January 1, 2024

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: December 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

December 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: November 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

November 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: October 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

October 1, 2023

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The Future of Social Media: Q+A with Social Media Marketing Program Director Marguerite Hinrichs

Since 2014, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay's Social Media Marketing Certificate Program has provided students with the necessary training in the practical and strategic components of social media marketing.

September 29, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Nursing Degree Ranks Among the Top Ten

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay is ranked among California’s 12 best RN to BSN programs by AllNurses.com, a digital nursing community that aims to provide mentorship to those seeking a career in nursing.

September 19, 2023

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CSUEB’s Global Academy Invites Japanese University for Immersive Three-Week Study Abroad Program

As a commitment to provide high-impact opportunities for student exchange, strengthen cross-cultural skills and broaden global understanding, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Global Academy recently hosted 48 students from Japan’s prestigious Chuo University.

September 8, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: September 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

September 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: August 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

August 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: July 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

June 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: June 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

June 1, 2023

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What the World Needs Now is Social Workers: How a grant is helping ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay meet the demand

Clinical social workers are the largest group of mental health providers in the U.S. and the need for their support has grown since the pandemic.

May 17, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: May 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

May 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: April 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

April 1, 2023

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Women’s History Month at ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate women and their accomplishments. We’re highlighting women at ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay, their work, their stories and their understanding of women's history.

March 30, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: March 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

March 1, 2023

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Women In Leadership Program and Forum: Closing the Gender Gap in the Workforce

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Women in Leadership (WIL) program and “Power Your Purpose†forum are helping close the gender gap and build equity.

February 28, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: February 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

February 1, 2023

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East Bay College Agile Network to Receive Federal Funds to Increase Equity, Improve Transfer Experience

The East Bay College Agile Network (EBCAN) is set to receive $1 million from U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell as part of the Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill.

January 30, 2023

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Project Rebound: A Second Chance at Life

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay is the newest university to host the Project Rebound Program, joining 14 other campuses in the CSU system.

January 24, 2023

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Garvin Tso Wins 2022 Vivian Cunniffe Staff Award

Garvin Tso, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s university photographer/videographer, was selected as the 2022 Vivian Cunniffe Staff Award honoree.

January 9, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: January 2023

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

January 1, 2023

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: December 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

December 1, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: November 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

November 1, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: October 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

October 1, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Wins CSU Photo of the Year

Alumnus Garvin Tso's image takes top honors

September 22, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: September 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

September 1, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: August 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

August 1, 2022

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Inspiring Perspectives

Pandemic’s challenges provide opportunities for positive change

July 11, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: July 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

July 1, 2022

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Driven to Change the Bias Narrative

Educators and Students Strive to Redefine Inclusivity

June 30, 2022

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Continued Partnership with U.S. Coast Guard Gives Students Scholarships, Careers

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and the U.S. Coast Guard reaffirmed its partnership for the College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative, extending the relationship another four years.

June 28, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Receives 2022 East Bay Economic Development Alliance Legacy Award

The university has been named the honoree of the 2022 Legacy Award by the East Bay Economic Development Alliance for the lasting impact it has made on the region’s economy and communities.

June 20, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: June 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

June 3, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: May 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

May 2, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: April 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

April 1, 2022

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Evelyn Buchanan Appointed Vice President for University Advancement

Buchanan, who starts May 2, joins the university from Chico State.

March 23, 2022

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Build Your Future With the Spring 2022 Graduate School Fair

The ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Office of Academic Programs and Services is hosting a Spring 2022 Graduate School Fair. The fair will be held virtually on Zoom and will take place on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from noon to 1:30 p.m.

March 9, 2022

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Myeshia Armstrong Named Vice President for Administration and Finance

Following a nationwide search, Myeshia Armstrong has been named the university’s new Vice President for Administration & Finance. She will begin her role in June. 

March 7, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: March 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

March 2, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Elevated to 'Doctoral University - High Research Activity' in latest Carnegie Classification

A growth in research activities in recent years helped the university achieve R2 status.

February 8, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: February 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

February 1, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Named #CaliforniansForAll College Corps Campus

Undergraduates can receive awards up to $10,000 for service learning fellowships.

January 18, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: January 2022

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

January 5, 2022

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Top 5 Stories of the Year

The year 2021 was one of transformation and change for ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its three campuses. These were our top stories of the year.

December 20, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: December 2021

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

December 1, 2021

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Community Connection

How Pioneer professors, alumni, staff and students give back to the East Bay

November 23, 2021

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'It is Difficult to Be Our Best When Hungry'

Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week at ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay brings assistance and a greater understanding about basic needs for students.

November 16, 2021

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How Did a College Degree Change Your Life?

Faculty and staff who were once first-generation students share their stories.

November 9, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: November 2021

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

November 1, 2021

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Forever Pioneer Week Celebrates the Best of ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay's weeklong celebration runs from Oct. 19-23 with in-person and hybrid events. It is open to alumni as well as the entire university community.

October 13, 2021

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Don’t Miss the 2021 Fall Graduate School Fair

The ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s Office of Academic Programs and Services is hosting a Fall 2021 Graduate School Fair. The fair will be held virtually on Zoom and will take place on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 from noon to 2 p.m.

October 1, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: October 2021

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

October 1, 2021

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East Bay CAN Partnership Formalized Between ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and the Chabot-Las Positas Community College District

Chabot-Las Positas Community College District (CLPCCD) and ÍÑ¿ã°É, East Bay signed an agreement to formally establish the East Bay College Agile Network (East Bay CAN) today.

September 27, 2021

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Remembering 9/11

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay students, faculty, staff and alumni are reflecting on the impact of 9/11 this year on the 20th anniversary of the four coordinated attacks that killed more than 2,977 people from 93 nations.

September 10, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: September 2021

Media articles featuring ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and its students, faculty and staff.

September 1, 2021

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Today Toward Together: Sonia Jethani, Financial Aid

Sonia Jethani, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay's Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, discussed what to expect this fall semester within her department.

August 16, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Welcomes Students Back to Campus

After the isolation and challenges that came along with the pandemic, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay is ready to welcome students back to campus. Supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally during this transition period is critical and ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay is prepared to do just that.

August 16, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Offering On-Campus COVID-19 Vaccinations, Testing

As fall semester begins, ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay will host two on-campus COVID-19 vaccination clinics as well as regular on-campus COVID-19 testing for its students, faculty and staff at its Hayward location.

August 13, 2021

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Today Toward Together: Anjelica de Leon, ASI

Anjelica de Leon, the President/CEO of Associated Students, Inc. (ASI), discusses fall semester and the ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay's campus reopening.

August 9, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: August 2021

Each month the ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay News Center will share the media articles featuring the university and its faculty, staff and students. Check back as more articles are added to this running collection.

August 1, 2021

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Today Toward Together: Michael Elder, University Police Department

A question and answer series with Sgt. Michael Elder ‘10, 16 MPA of the University Police Department as ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay welcomes more students, faculty and staff back to campus.

July 30, 2021

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Today Toward Together: Jennifer Luna, Recreation and Wellness

As we gear up for Fall 2021 and a return to more in-person activities, staff, faculty and students share a look inside their ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay programs. This Q&A series highlights the activities happening today, but also what to expect as we work toward being together again. Jennifer Luna is the Director of Recreation and Student Wellbeing

July 30, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Facilities Department Receives Industry Effective and Innovative Practices Award

ÍÑ¿ã°É, East Bay has been selected for the 2021 APPA Effective & Innovative Practices Award for its submission Facilities Development and Operations (FD&O) Partners/Ambassador: Enhanced Value During Crisis.

July 21, 2021

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Today Toward Together: Kathryn Palmieri of AACE

Kathryn Palmieri, the Executive Director of Academic Advising and Career Education at ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay, shares details of her program and what it's working toward this fall in a Q&A.

July 14, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: July 2021

Highlights of ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and it's faculty, staff and students in the news during July 2021.

July 1, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Joins White House’s COVID-19 College Vaccination Challenge

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay has joined the White House’s COVID-19 College Vaccination Challenge, urging more young Americans to get vaccinated.

June 28, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay in the News: June 2021

Highlights of ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay and it's faculty, staff and students in the news during June 2021.

June 2, 2021

CSUEB Students Shine at CSU Student Research Competition

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay had its most successful year ever at the 35th annual ÍÑ¿ã°É Student Research competition.Four students (including one team of two) took first place and two students took second place at the virtual competition hosted by Cal Poly Pomona. 

May 18, 2021

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Statement on the Herff Jones Security Breach

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay has been notified of a data security breach that occurred on the Herff Jones website, a vendor that provides caps, gowns and other commencement products to high school and college graduates.

May 14, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Provides Sevenfold Return on State’s Investment

A new economic impact study illustrates the CSU and ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay’s significant and varied financial contributions to the state’s economy.

April 2, 2021

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Provost Edward Inch Named President of Minnesota State University, Mankato

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Provost Edward S. Inch has been named president at Minnesota State University, Mankato, the largest university in the Minnesota State Colleges and University system.

March 17, 2021

My Story, My Truth

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay launches assessment of belonging

February 9, 2021

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ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay Launches Assessment of Belonging

ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay is hosting a survey of belonging Feb. 9-March 5 to assess how members of the university community feel about living, working and learning on campus.

February 9, 2021

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Giving First-Generation College Students Access to Answers, Tools to Succeed

The 2021 Education Summit ensures participants get the information they need on everything from financial aid and scholarships to admissions. ÍÑ¿ã°É Bay is hosting the annual event virtually Feb. 6 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

February 1, 2021