
The Excellence Award is given to University at Albany alumni and university friends who have brought distinction to the university through their achievements and service. Morales was formally honored at the University at Albany Excellence Awards Gala on April 26.

Stacey Fraser, professor of music, was named the winner of Cal State San Bernardino’s 2024-25 Outstanding Professor Award for her excellence in teaching, research, scholarly and creative activities, and service to students and the campus community.

“Anybody who knows Lua, it's an understatement to say that Lua is full of energy, passionate about our students, active on the Faculty Senate, and a terrific human being who values diversity and works to enhance a sense of belonging and harmony,” said Sastry Pantula, dean of the College of Natural Sciences.

The new Student Access and Earnings Classification, published this month by the Carnegie Foundation and the American Council on Education, recognizes institutions that foster opportunities for student success, highlighting the value of a college degree.

Paul Granillo, a CSUSB alumnus and president and CEO of the Inland Empire Economic Partnership, will be honored at the May 17 Spring Commencement with a CSU Trustee-Nominated Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters.

The collaboration with U.S. Navy’s Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division will strengthen the Inland Empire’s innovation ecosystem through internships, joint research and support for startup growth.

CCGI, in partnership with CSUSB’s Division of Strategic Enrollment Management and Marketing Communications, led interactive sessions throughout the day during which participants learned how to maximize CCGI’s capabilities to support college and career readiness efforts in schools across the region.

The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators accreditation signifies an agency’s ongoing commitment to excellence and state-of-the-art performance in every aspect of its operations.

CSUSB three-time alumna Michelle Smith will assume the role of superintendent of Hesperia Unified School District on July 1.