CSUB Alumni

“Everything you need in a college or university is right there on Stockdale Highway.” CSUB Alum The Honorable David Zulfa (’91) reflects on community, mentorship, and the power of a CSUB education during his Alumni Hall of Fame acceptance speech. 🎥: youtu.be/C_v-YmxbJ7Q?si…

“Always leave things a little better than you found them.” CSUB Alum Fred Plane (’78, ’94) reflects on public service, mentorship and community impact during his Alumni Hall of Fame acceptance speech. 🎥: youtu.be/cqc4Gq3l-Zo?si… #RunnerPride #CSUBAlumni

CSUB alumnus Brent Stratton has been named the next Chief of the Bakersfield Police Department. Proud to see `Runners leading and serving our community. Read the full article: news.csub.edu/alumnus-select… #RunnerPride #CSUBAlumni #Bakersfield

“I want to thank CSUB for honoring a local kid who grew up here, learned here and thrived here.” CSUB Alum Dr. John Mendiburu (’95, ’00) reflects on leadership, community and education during his Alumni Hall of Fame acceptance speech. 🎥: youtu.be/9CzxdJ10jAU?si…

“Changing the trajectory in one person, one family, is what has and will continue to change the world.” CSUB Alumna Janie Flores (’76, ’83) reflects on 45 years serving migrant students and families during her Alumni Hall of Fame acceptance speech. 🎥: youtu.be/aq4O8W8nGzk?si…

“Community surrounding me has always been my strength.” CSUB alumna and California Chamber of Commerce CEO Jennifer Barrera ('99) reflects on education, community and leadership during her Alumni Hall of Fame acceptance speech. Watch the full speech: 🎥 youtu.be/zfr5X4NOvuY?si…

From #CSUB to the #SuperBowl stage. 🏈✨ CSUB alumnus Richard Resendez had his clothing brand feat. in Bad Bunny’s halftime show. As Benito said: “for my people, my culture and our history.” We’re proud to see our alumni representing. Article: news.csub.edu/alumnus-clothi…

Celebrating 20 years of the CSUB Alumni Hall of Fame 🎉 Our 2026 inductees embody leadership, service and `Runner Pride in Kern County and beyond. 🎥 Watch the highlight video and help us celebrate: 🏆 Barrera 🏆 Flores 🏆 Mendiburu 🏆 Plane 🏆 Zulfa youtube.com/watch?v=hzaWdw…

Thank you to everyone who came home for Alumni Family Weekend! 💙💛 From the Welcome Social to the Homecoming BBQ, Alumni Beer Garden, family activities and cheering on the `Runners — it was a weekend full of memories and `Runner pride. View the album: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCMe9y

🏡 It’s not too late to come home. Alumni Family Weekend starts tonight! There’s still time to join the celebration. 🎟️ Grab your tickets: csub.edu/afw #CSUBAlumni #RunnerPride

Janie Flores (’76, ’83) turned her own migrant story into a lifetime of service—first uplifting students in McFarland, then shaping migrant education across counties. Thousands of lives changed because she believed in their potential. 🌾📚 🔗 bit.ly/46oMNJb

Congratulations to Fred Plane on being inducted into the 2026 CSUB Alumni Hall of Fame! 🎉 A lifetime of service, leadership, and mentorship — don’t miss his full story: news.csub.edu/service-is-hal…

🎉Congratulations to Judge David Zulfa (‘91) on being inducted into the 2026 CSUB Alumni Hall of Fame! From communications student to Kern County Superior Court Judge—his story is one of service, excellence, and community impact.👏 Read his full profile: bit.ly/46npTC0

Homecoming ‘26 is loading… 💙💛 🍻 Welcome Social 🔥 BBQ + Alumni Beer Garden 🏀 Men’s Hoops vs. Long Beach 🧥 Alumni Letterman Jackets Feb 27–28. Come home, `Runners. 🎟️ Tickets: events.csub.edu/e/2026-alumni-… #RunnerPride #CSUBAlumni #Homecoming

`Runner Gold is waiting for you at Alumni Family Weekend. 💙💛 Enjoy CSUB’s official light lager all weekend long! 🎟️ Tickets: events.csub.edu/e/2026-alumni-… Letterman jackets still available with bundled ticket purchase. #RunnerGold #CSUBAlumni #Homecoming

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. John Mendiburu, 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame inductee! From teaching in Kern County to leading as Superintendent of Schools, his lifelong commitment to education and community service inspires us all. 🙌 Read his story here: 👉 news.csub.edu/for-educator-c…

Bring it back. Bring it home. Bring the jacket. 💛💙 The Alumni Family Weekend 2026 Letterman Jacket is here—and it’s exclusively available to CSUB alumni who purchase the Alumni Family Weekend + Jacket ticket package. 🔗: bit.ly/4qGLYDE #CSUBAlumni #RunnerPride

Black excellence doesn't begin and end in February. Our Black alumni reflect on why we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth and how we can uplift, support & honor Black voices every day. 🔗: bit.ly/4rj5Z3A #CSUB #RunnerAlumni #BlackExcellence

🏡 Welcome home, `Runner families! Celebrate Alumni Family Weekend during #CSUBHomecoming—bringing alumni and their loved ones together for tradition, connection, and `Runner pride. 💙💛 🔗 bit.ly/4qGLYDE #CSUBAlumni #RunnerFamily

We’re proud to honor Jennifer Barrera as a 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame inductee!🎉 From her Kern County roots to leading the California Chamber of Commerce as President & CEO, her journey inspires. 💼🌟 Read her story & learn how she’s making an impact: 👉 news.csub.edu/kern-county-ro…