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The official page of #CSUMB, home of the Sea Otters. Experience personalized education in our inspiring coastal setting, unlocking a lifetime of value for YOU!
Seaside, CA
Joined January 2009
💙 Otter Days welcomes students to campus with fun, warmth and support! . “There’s an undeniable energy as everyone settles into their new routines, explores campus life, and begins to create memories. ,” Turpin said. Read here ⬇️ .
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Welcome events include mixers, tours, foodie events, an ocean plunge, open houses, parties, an esports tourney and more.
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⭐ CSUMB President Vanya Quiñones addresses three years of progress! . “But I think the thing we’ve done in the last three years is to increase the Otter pride. We’ve found a unique story we can tell," Quiñones said. Read here:
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“I think we have found who we are,” Quiñones said.
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🏡 Facilities work its magic during summer break! . “Facilities never sleeps,” Wyrick said, “and summer is no exception. While the students and faculty are away, my team is hard at work preparing the campus for the fall semester. Read more here: .
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Major projects included upgrading the dining commons, replumbing dorms, installing HVAC systems, and replacing transformers.
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🏡 One week to go, #Otters! . In just a few days, thousands of Otters will be rolling onto campus with cars full of boxes, excitement and anticipation. Whether you're moving in for the first time or returning for another year in the bay, cherish each moment! 💙 🦦 🫂 🌊 🙌
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🎉 Happy Raksha Bandhan from #CSUMB! . Today we celebrate the special bond between siblings, rooted in love, trust, and lifelong support. Raksha Bandhan is a time to honor the connections that uplift us—reminding us that community and care go hand in hand. 🦦 💙 🌟 🌊
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🌍 Today is World Indigenous Peoples’ Day! . At #CalStateMontereyBay, we recognize and honor the enduring cultures, deep knowledge, and resilience of Indigenous communities around the world. 💙 🦦 👋 ⭐ 🫂
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⭐ New Advancement VP sees great opportunity. “But what I’m truly excited about is engaging with our alumni and encouraging them to get involved," LaPlante said. Read the full story here: .
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Mike LaPlante got his professional start in the CSU system, but has spent most of his career in Colorado until now.
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🌊 Something’s stirring on the coast. Move-In at #CSUMB is just two weeks away! Campus is buzzing with excitement as the halls are being prepped, countdowns are underway, and Otters everywhere are packing up and getting ready to dive into a brand-new year. 🦦 💙 🌟 🙌
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📰 #CalStateMontereyBay spotted in today’s New York Times Crossword! . Did you know CSUMB faculty, staff, and students have full access to the New York Times through the CSUMB Library? Explore current news, archives and even the crossword! . Learn more:.
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🧪 CSUMB Chemistry Professor named Mentor of the Year . “The advantage here is the one-on-one mentoring,” Sharma said. “This is a place where they will be challenged. But step by step, they will be able to build their careers. Read the full story here: .
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Arunkumar Sharma is known for engaging his students in his research projects.
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🏆 Vote for #CalStateMontereyBay! . Every CSU is in the running for the California State University Photo of the Year competition, and we need your support to help #CSUMB come out on top. 💙🦦⭐ 🌊 . Vote here:
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📚 August is HERE! . The fall semester is just around the corner, and there’s a renewed sense of anticipation across campus. From move-in to Welcome Week, preparations are in full swing — and we can already feel the excitement building at #CalStateMontereyBay.💙 🦦 🌊 🙌
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🍂 The tides are changing, and so are the seasons. The slow walks across campus, the changing light, the quiet before midterms, and the laughter between it all. Fall at #CalStateMontereyBay has a way of feeling peaceful and full of possibility. 🦦 💙 🌊 🌟
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💙 Happy #NationalParentsDay! . Today, #CalStateMontereyBay extends a heartfelt thank you to the parents, guardians, and supporters who are there every step of the way for our #Otters. We're truly grateful for everything that you do. 💙 🌊 🫂 🏠
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💙 Happy #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay!. At #CalStateMontereyBay, we take a moment to recognize the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and reflect on the value of creating a campus environment where all students feel supported and empowered. 🌊 🦦 🎉 🙌 🌀
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🌟 Campus Spotlight: The Care and Basic Needs Center. At #CalStateMontereyBay, student success begins with access to essential support. The Care and Basic Needs Center is dedicated to making sure every Otter has what they need to thrive. 💙👋 🦦 🌊
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🔬 Local teachers get a science boost from CSUMB program . "We feel even more strongly that we can leverage students’ natural curiosity and sense of wonder to make science more a part of their everyday experiences." Shirefley said. Read more: .
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The LIST Institute was a four-day event that showed local teachers how to incorporate more science into their classrooms.
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🎉 Pebble Beach scholars complete their first year . “It’s made a huge impact,” Lutton said of the program. “It’s put me on the path I was hoping to make for myself.". Read more here: .
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The program's first cohort celebrated on the green.
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🌊 CSU Awards three CSUMB instructors AI grants . “If we turn our backs on AI, we’re doing everyone a disservice,” Ramirez said. “Let’s harness it for good and teach students how to use it, when it’s appropriate and when it’s not.”. Read more here ⬇️ : .
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The grants will allow the instructors to help pave the way for AI use in the classroom.
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