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9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
In 2009, September 11 was officially designated as a National Day of Service and Remembrance. It's time to honor again those affected by the tragedy of September 11, 2001, by coming together to do good in our communities.
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CI Solutions Hiring Students
CI Solutions, CSUCI's student-run business solutions agency, is hiring, and invites students from all majors to apply!
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Gateway Hall Opening Celebration
A ribbon-cutting was held Aug. 22 to celebrate the opening of the long-awaited Gateway Hall where President Sue Andrzejewski and Student Government President Emily Condé welcomed guests from the campus and external community, representatives from the CSU Chancellor's Office, and construction partner Swinerton.
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University Events Forum for Upcoming Changes
Join the University Events team for a forum for upcoming changes related to new processes, buildings, event spaces, and enhancements to 25 Live.
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Gateway Hall Is Opening! Here's What You Need to Know
We are excited to announce that Gateway Hall is opening just in time for the start of the Fall 2025 semester! This transformative new building represents a major milestone in our University's continued commitment to creating high-quality academic spaces and student-centered services.
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Potrero Road Partial Closure
Beginning Aug. 11 through Nov. 21, 2025, Southern California Edison (SCE) will be working on improvements for the "Dolphin Circuit" to place approximately 1.5 miles of overhead power lines along Potrero Road underground as part of SCE's efforts around wildfire mitigation.
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Access to the New York Times Digital and the Chronicle of Higher Education
In these tumultuous times of rapid change, reliable information sources are essential, both for mainstream political, economic, and cultural news, and for more specific coverage of developments directly affecting universities such as our own.
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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute lineup for Fall includes topics ranging from brain health to the solar system
July 29, 2025 -- Did you know your brain craves certain types of exercise? And music? And play! Gerontologist Kelsey Uyeda will explore the science of brain health with "The Brain And...," one of 13 courses offered during the Fall I session of CSU Channel Islands' (CSUCI) Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI).
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Julia Heck recognized as Top 50 Women Leaders in Education
Women We Admire announced The Top 50 Women Leaders in Education for 2025. Julia Heck, AVP for Student Life and Support Programs and Dean of Students at CSU Channel Islands was among those selected.
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CSUCI earns funding from Artificial Intelligence Educational Innovation Challenge
The California State University (CSU) announced the winners of its first-ever Artificial Intelligence Educational Innovations Challenge (AIEIC). Sixty-three faculty-led projects were selected for their potential to enable transformative teaching methods, foster groundbreaking research and address key concerns about AI adoption within the academic environment.
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Rowing Team Coached by CSUCI Student Takes National Award
An Ojai rowing team coached by CSUCI Art History student, Raleigh Mendez, took home a national award in a sport generally associated with the Ivy League schools.
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Provost Awarded Latino Business Award by PCBT
July 18, 2025 - Provost Jessica Lavariega Monforti was honored with a 2025 Latino Business Award by the Pacific Coast Business Times (PBCT) on July 17 at the Limoneria Ranch in Santa Paula. Dr. Lavariega Monforti was one of eight honorees chosen by the PCBT to receive the award, which is to recognize the achievements of Latina/o entrepreneurs, educators, and community leaders in the region.
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Campus Phone System to be Upgraded
July 18, 2025 -- The campus phone system is undergoing a major upgrade to support more modern and flexible communication while benefitting from significant cost savings. The current phone system will reach its end of life in August 2025, making this transition both necessary and timely. The new platform offers improved features and improved integration with existing campus tools.
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LifeMatters EAP New Online Programs
July 18, 2025 -- Human Resources and LifeMatters, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), is pleased to announce two new programs available for campus employees.
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Beware of TOAD Attacks
There has been a recent rise in the number of phishing attacks that incorporate a direct phone call with the target. This technique, known as Telephone-Oriented Attack Delivery (TOAD) often starts by sending the user a phishing email urging them to call a phone number.
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