Apply to CSUSB for the Fall 2026 semester - Deadline is March 31
Cal State San Bernardino has extended the Fall 2026 undergraduate application deadline to Tuesday, March 31, giving first-time freshmen and transfer students additional time to apply.
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Stories from the Pack: Student Success Studio supports achievement and belonging at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus
The March issue of Stories from the Pack highlights the Student Success Studio at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus, which plays a key role in helping students navigate college life, stay on track academically and feel a sense of belonging on campus.
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CSUSB ranked among nation’s best colleges for social mobility by Wall Street Journal
Cal State San Bernardino earned the No. 2 spot in the nation for social mobility in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Social Mobility ranking, a recognition of the university’s commitment to student success and its role in helping students define their futures.
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Greater Coachella Valley Innovation Showcase to spotlight region’s boldest startups in live pitch competition
The Randall W. Lewis Center for Entrepreneurship at Cal State San Bernardino will present the Greater Coachella Valley Innovation Showcase on April 21 at the Palm Desert Entrepreneurial Resource Center (ERC). The event brings together entrepreneurs, investors, business leaders and community partners for an evening where emerging ventures compete live for funding, recognition and advancement.
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CSUSB launches new Net Price Calculator tool to help students estimate college costs
The new Net Price Calculator, which can be accessed on the university homepage, makes it easier for students to estimate tuition, fees and overall cost of attendance.
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I ❤️CA Dream Act
The I ❤️ CA Dream Act campaign promotes safe financial aid opportunities, information and support for undocumented students to be empowered and equipped to pursue their educational goals.
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CSUSB prepares to launch Doctor of Nursing Practice program in fall 2026
Applications are now being accepted for the program, designed to prepare registered nurses with a BSN for Family Nurse Practitioner certification and the highest level of professional nursing practice.
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Cal State San Bernardino celebrates Women’s History Month with campuswide events and conversations
Cal State San Bernardino celebrates Women’s History Month with a series of events throughout March, including discussions on health and wellness, leadership, cultural identity, advocacy and storytelling. These programs, many open to the public, aim to educate, empower and foster connection across the campus community.
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Student Spotlight - Zhane Ramirez
For senior Zhane Ramirez, service and leadership go hand in hand.
A business administration major with a concentration in hospitality management, Zhane has embraced every opportunity at PDC to grow academically and professionally.
After studying abroad in Italy and learning about hospitality in a global setting, Zhane set his sights on a future in medicine. In addition to completing his business degree, he is finishing the science prerequisites required for medical school, with plans to pursue emergency medicine.
This past summer, he completed a fellowship at The Johns Hopkins University, conducting cancer research focused on melanoma recurrence. At the same time, he worked as an ER technician, strengthening his hands-on clinical skills. Now EMT certified and working as an on-site medical representative at Amazon, Zhane continues to expand his healthcare experience while finishing his degree.
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CSUSB presidential search
The search process for the next president of Cal State San Bernardino is now underway.
A Campus Open Forum will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the SMSU South Theatre.
The Forum will provide members of the campus community an opportunity to share their perspectives on the qualities, experience and vision needed in our next president, as well as the priorities that will help move CSUSB successfully into the future.
The event will also be available virtually for those who wish to participate remotely.
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Defining the Future conference
Cal State San Bernardino will host Defining the Future April 15-16, the nation’s first conference dedicated to accelerated workforce development in emerging technologies.
The conference is open to professionals, researchers, innovators, students and anyone interested in technology, business innovation, sustainability and future trends shaping industries and society.
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Documentary screening and artist conversation featuring Alfredo de Batuc and filmmaker/professor Roberto S. Oregel
“Lejanías y Nostalgia: The Art of Alfredo de Batuc” explores de Batuc’s celebrated artistic legacy and his powerful recovery from Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
The screening will take place on Thursday, March 19, is free and open to the public, and will include a post-film Q&A.
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Nursing Program Open House
Explore CSUSB’s nursing programs in person at the Nursing Program Open House!
- Tuesday, April 7, 2026
- 3–5 p.m.
- CSUSB Palm Desert Campus – 37500 Cook St., Palm Desert
Learn about our BSN, RN to BSN, MSN and new DNP programs, meet current students and faculty, and tour our nursing skills and simulation labs. All are welcome!
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Coachella Valley Alumni Mixer
Attention CSUSB alumni!
The Coachella Valley Alumni Mixer is happening April 2 at the Indio Taphouse.
Enjoy a relaxed evening of networking, great conversation and community building, all while supporting CSUSB students.
Reconnect and help support the next generation of Coyotes!
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It was a great turnout at the Choose CSUSB Day at the Palm Desert Campus event on March 14, attracting more than 200 students, family members and guests.
Students who have been admitted to CSUSB for the fall 2026 semester, along with their families and guests, visited the Palm Desert Campus for a day of exploration and engagement. The event saw immediate success, with many student attendees submitting their intent to enroll and officially become Coyotes for the upcoming academic year.
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The PDC Career Showcase on March 5 brought together students and local employers for a powerful day of networking and opportunity.
Featuring organizations actively recruiting for internships, part-time and full-time roles, the event reinforced CSUSB Palm Desert Campus’s commitment to developing regional talent and strengthening the local workforce pipeline.
By fostering direct, in-person engagement between students and recruiters, we continue to build meaningful pathways from education to employment — supporting both student success and regional economic growth.
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Coachella Firebirds game
CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students headed across the freeway to the Acrisure Arena on Feb. 13 for an exciting Coachella Valley Firebirds game as part of “PDC Hockey Nights,” hosted by Associated Students, Inc. (ASI).
Before cheering on the Firebirds, students kicked off the night with a pre-game tailgate on campus with food, music and fun giveaways. This is the third year the event has taken place and it's a great night of school spirit, community and hockey. Go Firebirds!
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The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Fellows Program at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus and the University Honors College hosted its inaugural lecture on Feb. 26 - the Leadership for the Public Good Lecture Series - featuring Jonathan Perman, founder of the American Congressional Exchange.
Perman’s presentation, “Bridging Divide & Building Relationships: Two Legislators at a Time,” examined his work bringing together more than 60 Republican and Democratic members of Congress through cross-district visits intentionally designed to build trust and lasting bipartisan collaboration. His initiative offers a compelling and proven model for institutional trust-building and problem-solving across political divides.
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We were honored to welcome Palm Springs Mayor Naomi Soto to campus on Feb. 26 to speak to BASW students in the social welfare policy course.
Mayor Soto joined our students to share her experiences in policy advocacy, community organizing and electoral politics. She spoke about her personal journey into public service and engaged in meaningful dialogue about how social workers can effectively advocate for issues impacting their communities.
The conversation was especially timely as our BASW students are currently in the midst of a semester-long community advocacy project. Throughout the semester, students study a local community, conduct a community needs assessment, develop an action plan to address a specific need, and actively engage in advocacy efforts — including speaking with local elected officials about their findings and proposed solutions.
We are grateful to Mayor Soto for inspiring our students and reinforcing the vital role social workers play in shaping policy and advancing social change.
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The “Dedication to the Nursing Profession” White Coat Ceremony held at PDC on March 3 celebrated our newest nursing students who pledged to lead with empathy, evidence-based practice and unwavering integrity.
This ceremony not only honors our students — it strengthens our community. Each future nurse stepping forward represents hope, healing and compassionate care for the Coachella Valley community and beyond.
A special note of thanks to Dr. Sara Kollman from Eisenhower Health for delivering the keynote address.
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CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students, staff and faculty proudly took part in the annual Coyote Cares Day on Feb. 28, making a meaningful impact across the Coachella Valley!
Our Coyotes volunteered at several locations, giving their time and energy to support the community:
- Read With Me – Created sticker books and activity bags to brighten the days of children in local hospitals.
- Desert Springs Middle School – Helped with an outdoor campus clean-up to support a welcoming learning environment.
- Whitewater Preserve – Participated in trail clean-up efforts to help preserve our beautiful natural spaces.
- Palm Springs Black History Month Parade – Provided community parade support to celebrate culture, history and unity.
- Coyote Nurses of the Desert provided free checkups to our unhoused community in the Coachella Valley.
We are proud of our campus community for showing up, giving back, and demonstrating the true spirit of service. Together, we make a difference!
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