Take Back Your Campus this ASI Election!
CSUSB's Associated Students, Inc. (ASI), Intercollegiate Athletics, and the Division of Student Affairs are proposing a Student Association Referendum to enhance student engagement, campus life, and student-athlete support. This is an initiative that you will get to vote on during the 2025 ASI Election. This referendum is a joint effort between ASI and Athletics. See below the different fee increase proposals for each department.
Why Does This Referendum Matter?
Increased Student Engagement
More funding for concerts, events, and cultural celebrations.
Student Equity Scholarships
More funding will address the financial burden of parking costs for commuter students.
Sustaining ASI Operations
Will help support leadership, advocacy, and student programming.
Athletic Scholarships
Additional funding will provide more funding for student-athletes facing financial challenges.
Associated Students, Inc. (ASI) - For the Students, By the Students
Fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community
ASI serves as the official student government for CSUSB, with fees contributing to student-led advocacy, events, services and more! For almost 60 years, ASI has represented the student body by voicing concerns to university administration, organizing engaging efforts, and funding student programs. Through leadership opportunities, scholarships, and resourceful initiatives, ASI plays a crucial role in shaping the student experience at CSUSB. Outlined below is ASI's fee increase proposal.
ASI Referendum Structure
| Academic Year | General Operations | Student Enrichment & Events | Parking Scholarships | Total Per Academic Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $11.00 | $21.00 | $2.00 | $34.00 |
| 2026-2027 | $3.00 | $6.00 | $0.00 | $9.00 |
| 2027-2028 | $2.00 | $3.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 |
How the ASI Fee Increase Will Be Used
- Student Engagement & Entertainment
- $30 per student per fall semester
- Annual revenue: $497,131
- Supports concerts, cultural events, and large-scale student activities
- Parking Pass Scholarship
- $2 per student per fall semester
- Annual revenue: $33,142
- Supports commuter students who comprise 92% of CSUSB's student population
- Sustaining ASI Operations
- $16 per student per fall semester
- Annual revenue: $265,136
- Supports ASI programs, student leadership, and advocacy efforts.
CSUSB Athletics – Strengthening Coyote Pride & Student Success
40 Years of Excellence in Collegiate Sports
CSUSB Athletics has been a key part of our university culture for four decades. It represents the university at the highest levels of competition while fostering Coyote Pride and community engagement. Outlined below is Athletics fee increase proposal.
Why an Athletics Fee Increase?
| CSUSB Athletics By The Numbers |
10 varsity teams competing at the NCAA level 255 current student-athletes 1,845 student-athlete alumni 2 National Championships 15 NCAA West Region Championships 31 CCAA Regular Season Championships 11 CCAA Tournament Championships |
| Why We Need this Fee Adjustment? | CSUSB Athletics has not increased its student fee allocation since 2012, while the cost of supporting student-athletes has continued to rise. |
| Key Financial Challenges |
Rising housing costs – Many student-athletes rely on on-campus housing but face affordability issues. Limited scholarship funding – CSUSB Athletics provides only half of the scholarships allowed under NCAA regulations. Program sustainability – Operating at a deficit, putting pressure on existing resources. |
Athletics Referendum Breakdown
This additional funding will help student-athletes succeed academically and athletically while ensuring CSUSB remains competitive in collegiate sports.
| Category | Amount Per Student (Annually) | Total Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|
|
Athletics Scholarships |
$48.00 | $795,409 |
Athletics Referendum Structure
| Academic Year | Athletics Scholarships | Total per Academic Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $16.00 | $16.00 |
| 2026-2027 | $16.00 | $16.00 |
| 2027-2028 | $16.00 | $16.00 |
Benefits of the Referendum
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| For the Campus Community |
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| The Athletics Referendum will do the following: |
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Students Vote Coming Soon!
Your voice matters -- help shape the future of CSUSB's student life! Stay informed and participate in the upcoming ASI Election to vote on this initiative!
The 2025 ASI Election will be on April 22nd, April 23rd and April 24th. Visit www.csusb.edu/asi/asi-elections for more information on the election!