Cal State Advocates

Thank you to @RepRobertGarcia for meeting with the engineering deans from @CalStateLA and @CSULB, Dr. Nancy Warter-Perez and Dr. Jinny Rhee, during their time in Washington, D.C. We appreciated the opportunity to discuss #engineering education, workforce readiness and how the CSU is helping strengthen America’s #STEM talent pipeline by educating 1 in every 18 engineers nationwide. Read more about the CSU's impact: calstate.edu/impact

Is college worth the investment? 📈 An analysis highlighted by the @sfchronicle shows CSUs deliver some of the strongest 10-year returns on investment in California—often outperforming private institutions: calstate.edu/csu-system/new…

It was wonderful connecting with state leaders last week at a TELACU reception celebrating Sen. @MoniqueLimonCA, CA State Senate’s first Latina President pro Tempore and a great friend of the @calstate system. 👏 Felicidades, Pro Tem Limón! The CSU stands ready as a partner.

Big news! 🎉 The CSU and @CalCommColleges just launched the PAVE Toolkit to help tackle California’s teacher shortage. It’s a step-by-step guide that supports students from community college to the CSU and into teaching careers. #FutureTeachers calstate.edu/csu-system/new…

CSU student research delivers solutions for CA in areas like water, climate resilience, health care, ag and technology. In 2023-24, CSU research expenditures reached $981 million and the system includes more than 300 research centers statewide: calstate.edu/impact #CSUimpact

Today, I participated in the @housescience Research and Technology Subcommittee hearing on Advancing America’s AI Action Plan, where I underscored the importance of expanding AI education and access across the Central Valley and nationwide. I highlighted my NSF AI Education Act, which expands AI literacy — especially for rural students like those in the Central Valley. @Fresno_State’s leadership was also highlighted as an @NSF ExLENT program recipient, providing hands-on training in emerging technologies and preparing local students for careers in AI and other cutting-edge fields.

Thank you, @RepVinceFong , for advancing #AI education and highlighting the impactful work at @Fresno_State. As AI reshapes the workforce, the CSU is expanding AI literacy for all students through faculty training, curriculum innovation, and industry partnerships. Learn more about the CSU’s systemwide strategy for equitable, ethical AI adoption: calstate.edu/csu-system/new…

“The CSU is deeply troubled by the Trump Admin’s decision to end funding for federal HSI grants—a move that will have an immediate impact and irreparable harm to our community." - @CSUdrG Hear from CSU leaders in @SaraWeissman's @insidehighered report: insidehighered.com/news/instituti…

#HigherEd is at a crossroads—budget cuts and policy shifts threaten #access and #affordability. Join CSU Voices, a new community for those who believe in the power of #PublicHigherEd. Learn and take action to protect opportunity for future generations: calstate.edu/csuvoices

This week, @CSUdrG met with former CSU Trustee and now Congresswoman @LateefahSimon. From 2016–2024, Rep. Simon was a powerful advocate on the CSU Board of Trustees, where she championed equity and opportunity for all students. Today, we’re grateful to have her voice in the halls of Congress, carrying forward the #CalState mission on a national stage.

Thank you Councilmember Ysabel Jurado for joining us at #CalStateLA, to learn more about our student support services and programs, and discuss collaboration, community engagement, and shared priorities in District 14. Looking forward to building a stronger future—together.

"When state leaders balance the budget on students’ backs they risk the very future they claim to protect. The CSU is more than a university system; it is a beacon of hope." Read more in this powerful op-ed from outgoing @csustudents President Iese Esera: calstate.edu/csu-system/new… #stopCSUcuts

As #CalState libraries continue to evolve as dynamic, inclusive spaces, the inaugural 2025 CSU Libraries Conference marked a pivotal step toward a more unified university system. Learn how this event brought together over 650 #library professionals. calstate.edu/csu-system/new…

CSU budget cuts = real consequences 📢 A $144 million cut to the CSU is equal to: ➡️ 5% of the faculty workforce, or ➡️ 7% of the staff workforce, or ➡️ 7,700 courses Ask state lawmakers to #stopCSUcuts in the Governor's final budget: bit.ly/StopCSUcuts

Happy #NationalHigherEducationDay!📚 At #StanState, we believe in the power of education to transform lives, uplift communities & shape a brighter future. Here's to our Stan State community — together, we are changing lives through the power of education, one degree at a time! 🎓

With 82% of #CalState grads staying in California, the CSU strengthens communities and drives the world’s 4th-largest economy. A $144M cut threatens student success. #stopCSUcuts Join us in urging lawmakers to spare the CSU in the state's final budget: bit.ly/StopCSUcuts

Thank you @AsmMikeFong for your strong leadership in standing up for the CSU and our 461,000 students. Your rallying of 60 California state legislators calling for the rejection of #proposedcuts to the #CSU and #UC systems has absolutely helped! @calstate #caleg #stopCSUcuts

On Monday, members of the Sac State community joined @calstate students, faculty, staff, and alumni at the State Capitol to urge lawmakers to #stopCSUcuts. The proposed 2025-26 state budget cuts to the CSU system go far beyond the classroom. These cuts will: ❗Eliminate programs that students rely on ❗Result in job losses for faculty and staff ❗Weaken California's workforce and economy Make your voice heard! bit.ly/StopCSUcuts 📸 Sacramento State/Bibiana Ortiz

#CalState students deserve better. Budget cuts mean fewer courses, advisors, and support—threatening their path to a degree. Thank you to all who joined us in Sacramento to demand lawmakers to #stopCSUcuts. 📢 Make your voice heard: bit.ly/StopCSUcuts 📸 (Sacramento State/Bibiana Ortiz)

This #NationalTeachersDay, we celebrate the incredible educators who shape lives and inspire futures every day. At the CSU, we're proud to be the home of one of the nation's most impactful educator preparation programs. Meet some alumni teachers. 🍎 calstate.edu/csu-system/new…