Assemblyman Scott Wilk A controversial bill introduced by Assemblyman Scott Wilk, R-Santa Clarita, that could dramatically alter the education landscape is on the shelf for now, but likely to resurface next year, Wilk said Wednesday. The bill, as it was initially introduced, would have called for a third...

At its regular meeting held today, the California State University Board of Trustees discussed the balance of priorities for the $125.1 million increase proposed by the Governor for the 2013-2014 fiscal year. The budget plan presented to the board focuses on three major areas – student access and success,...

On March 14, the Academic Senate of the California State University (ASCSU) observed a major milestone by commemorating its 50th anniversary with a day-long celebration at the Chancellor’s Office. University and Senate leaders gathered and shared stories about their experiences, insights about shared...

Students wishing to apply for financial aid for California State University campuses for the 2013-14 academic year have less than one week remaining to submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The priority deadline for submitting a FAFSA is Saturday, March 2, 2013. Students are...

California’s community colleges and the Cal State University system have developed new degree programs that will guarantee community college grads admission to state universities as juniors with no wasted units, and with the opportunity to complete two degrees with only 120 units. Deputy Community...

A rise in individual donations from alumni, parents, faculty, staff, students and friends sustained level year-to year giving to the California State University, according to the Philanthropic Annual Report prepared for the CSU Board of Trustees. In 2011-2012, gift receipts from new gifts and pledge...

Governor Brown today released his 2013-2014 state budget proposal that signals a renewed investment in higher education with the addition of $125.1 million in state funding for the California State University.  The Governor’s budget also reinstates $125 million that was cut from last year’s...

California State University’s system-wide online initiative – Cal State Online – will launch its first program on January 14 with a bachelor’s degree completion program in business administration taught and administered by faculty at Cal State Fullerton. Prospective students can apply...

Despite early concerns about state trigger cuts and potential enrollment reductions, the fall 2013 application cycle set a CSU record for submissions through CSU Mentor.  This year’s record confirms the continued high demand for a CSU education. Through Nov. 30, potential freshmen, transfer, credential...

In March 2013, the California State University Center for Community Engagement (CCE) will commemorate its 15th anniversary, but the CCE will begin the celebration this December with a campaign to raise funds for CSU students and faculty. To kick off the anniversary celebration, the CCE will launch a...