CSUF Welcomes Nearly 43,000 Students for the 2024-25 Academic Year

This week, nearly 43,000 Titans began a new school year on Cal State Fullerton’s vibrant campus, encountering new campus leaders, building renovations and expanded learning opportunities.

CSUF President Ronald S. Rochon began his tenure as the university’s 10th president this summer. New leaders also include Celestina Barbosa-Leiker, dean of the College of Health and Human Development, and Jessica Yirush Stern, dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. 

The College of Education’s first undergraduate program in urban learning launched this semester, as well as a new College of Humanities and Social Sciences SWANA minor that focuses on the cultures, languages, religions and influence of the Southwest Asia and North Africa region.

Fall classes are taking place in the College of the Arts’ newly renovated visual arts complex. Other upgrades to the visual arts complex include renovated classrooms for digital art concentrations, a green screen room and gallery spaces opening in November.

CSUF also is hosting events to mobilize campuswide voter participation and civic engagement ahead of the Nov. 5 general election. This includes the California University and College Ballot Bowl, a competition for colleges and universities to register the most voters.

Upcoming Events

• Discoverfest for clubs and campus organizations, Sept. 4 – 5

• CSUF Angels Night, Sept. 14

• Convocation and State of the University, Sept. 19

• Alumni and Family Weekend, Oct. 4 – 6

About Cal State Fullerton: The largest university in the CSU and the only campus in Orange County, Cal State Fullerton offers more than 100 degree programs and Division 1 athletics. Recognized as a national model for supporting student success, CSUF excels with innovative, high-impact educational practices, including faculty-student collaborative research, study abroad and competitive internships. CSUF is a top public university known for its success in supporting first-generation and underrepresented students, and preparing all students to become leaders in the global marketplace. Our vibrant and diverse campus is a primary driver of workforce and economic development in the region. Visit fullerton.edu.

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