The College Futures Foundation, through its Four-Year California Mobility Index, recognized Cal State San Bernardino’s effort to help its students forge a pathway to a better life, preparing them for careers that will move them up the economic ladder.
The exclusive interview, moderated by Robert Nava, vice president for University Advancement & executive director of the CSUSB Philanthropic Foundation, provided attendees with an in-depth look into Chandi’s remarkable business journey and his approach to leadership, innovation and community impact.
The 2025 PROPEL AI Symposium will take place at Cal State San Bernardino on Feb. 21. Its aim is to bring together educators, industry leaders and community stakeholders to explore the multifaceted impact of AI and how it can be harnessed to improve educational success and opportunities for economic growth.
Gisela Bichler’s "steadfast, multi-faceted contributions to our campus and community have helped to transform the lives of countless students, further advancing CSUSB and Cal State University’s excellence in teaching, research, student support and community contributions,” said university President Tomás D. Morales.
Nachhattar S. Chandi, owner of the Chandi Group USA, will speak at the annual event, set for 5-7 p.m. Feb. 6, at the Indian Wells Theater on the Palm Desert Campus. The event is free and open to the public.
A weekend of ceremonies honored the efforts and dedication of approximately 1,900 graduates. Family and friends celebrated their achievement Dec. 13-14 at CSUSB’s Fall Commencement.
Michelle Decker, president and CEO of the Inland Empire Community Foundation, was honored with the CSUSB President’s Medal at the university’s President’s and Philanthropic Foundation Board Holiday Dinner on Dec. 7.
Three university-wide awards — Distinguished Alumnus, Emerging Leader and Coyote Spirit — will be presented, as well as the Paw Print Awards, which honor esteemed alumni from each of the university’s five colleges.
Trustees Darlene Yee-Melichar, Leslie Gilbert-Lurie and Yammilette Rodriguez met with university President Tomás D. Morales and members of the administration, and with the Associated Students Inc. board on Dec. 2
The agreement allows students from SCU to complete their first two years of study in South Korea and transfer to CSUSB to complete the remaining two years online, earning a bachelor of arts in administration from CSUSB.
The new partnership was created to advance the internationalization efforts of both campuses through a variety of collaborative programs, including academic transfer initiatives, student, faculty and staff exchange programs and joint research projects.
The Music Department’s Holiday Gala is set for Wednesday, Dec. 4, and Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m. in the Music Recital Hall, located in the university’s Performing Arts Building. Tickets are on sale now, with discounts available for students, alumni, military personnel, and seniors.