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The 13th annual Pioneer Breakfast on Feb. 27 from 9-11 a.m. will recognize the contributions of African Americans who have made a lasting impact at CSUSB.
February 18, 2026

The event will recognize the contributions of African Americans and honor individuals whose leadership, service and dedication have enriched the campus and supported student success.

The Black Faculty Promotion and Awards Celebration brought together CSUSB students, faculty, staff and community members to celebrate the honorees’ accomplishments and the vital role Black educators and professionals play in advancing excellence, representation and student success.
October 10, 2025

CSUSB’s Office of Black Student Success hosted the second annual Black Faculty Promotion and Awards Celebration, recognizing the professional achievements, leadership and lasting impact of Black faculty and staff across the university. 

From left, Nicole Henley, Reneisha Wilkes, Annika Anderson and Kristi Papallier
September 18, 2025

The event will honor the hard work, dedication and professional accomplishments of CSUSB’s Black faculty and staff. Honorees will be recognized on Sept. 25 from 3-5 p.m. at the Obershaw Dining Room in the Alumni Center.

Gordon Amerson
September 12, 2025

After an injury cut short his dream to be a Major League Baseball player, Gordon Amerson found fulfillment in a career in education. CSUSB, he says, “was foundational to my success.”

Donna Nicol, associate dean for personnel and curriculum and professor of history at Cal State Long Beach, discusses her book, “Black Woman on Board: Claudia Hampton, the California State University, and the Fight to Save Affirmative Action.”
March 13, 2025

Cal State San Bernardino hosted a discussion highlighting the legacy of Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee in the CSU system, featuring author Donna Nicol and a conversation on educational advocacy.

Cal State San Bernardino will host a conversation about the trailblazing legacy of Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee in the California State University system, on March 11.
March 5, 2025

On March 11, Cal State San Bernardino will host a discussion about the trailblazing legacy of Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee in the California State University system and a fierce advocate for educational access. The event will feature author Donna Nicol as she discusses her new book, “Black Woman on Board: Claudia Hampton, the California State University, and the Fight to Save Affirmative Action.”

CSUSB alumna Cassandra Butcher, left, was the recipient of the Emerging Leader Award at the 2024 Pioneer Breakfast. This year’s event will continue the tradition of honoring individuals who have shown unwavering dedication to students and a deep commitment to Cal State San Bernardino.
February 12, 2025

The 12th annual Pioneer Breakfast will take place on Friday, Feb. 28, from 9-11 a.m., celebrating the remarkable contributions of African Americans who have profoundly impacted CSUSB.

The Black Faculty Promotion Celebration honored Marc Robinson, center, associate professor of history, for his hard work, dedication and contributions to the academic community, as well as strengthened the social network that supports Black success at CSUSB.
October 21, 2024

The Black Faculty Promotion Celebration shined a light on new and newly promoted Black faculty at CSUSB, with Marc Robinson, who was promoted to associate professor of history and earned tenure, taking center stage at the event.

Marc Robinson, who was promoted to associate professor of history and earned tenure, will be honored at the Black Faculty Promotion Celebration on Oct. 11.
October 4, 2024

The Black Faculty Promotion Celebration will honor the achievements of newly promoted Black faculty and those who are new to their teaching roles at CSUSB on Oct. 11 from 5-7 p.m. in the Santos Manuel Student Union Theater.