activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 6
- Extended Education and online programs Online & Hybrid Degree ProgramsProvides online bachelor’s, master’s, certificate programs, and community enrichment courses through Extended Education, serving over 6,500 students annually with innovative and personalized learning formats.
- Extended and online education Online & Hybrid Degree ProgramsOffers online bachelor’s and master’s degrees, certificate programs, and community enrichment courses through Extended Education, serving over 6,500 students annually with innovative, personalized learning formats.
- Student clubs, athletics, and service learning Service-Learning with Community EngagementSupports over 100 student clubs and organizations, fields 14 NCAA athletic teams, and facilitates service learning that contributes over 80,000 hours annually to schools, nonprofits, and government agencies in the region.
- Student engagement and service learning Service-Learning with Community EngagementSupports over 100 student clubs and organizations and fields 14 NCAA athletic teams. Engages students in service learning, contributing over 80,000 hours annually to schools, nonprofits, and government agencies in the region.
- Undergraduate and graduate academic programsOffers over 80 undergraduate majors, minors, and concentrations, along with multiple master's degree programs, teaching credentials, and graduate certificates in disciplines including business, education, human services, technology, health, environmental sciences, and those inspired by its coastal location. Provides programs for first-year, transfer, and international students.
- Undergraduate and graduate academic programsOffers over 80 undergraduate majors, minors, and concentrations, as well as multiple master's degree programs and teaching credential programs in disciplines including business, education, human services, technology, health, and environmental sciences. Serves first-year, transfer, and international students.
research · 2
- Institutional research and data analysis Student Success Research & Leadership NetworksCollects, analyzes, and reports university data to support decision-making and continuous improvement, producing data-driven publications such as IAR Insights, which includes dashboards and visualizations on student outcomes.
- Institutional research and data analytics Student Success Research & Leadership NetworksCollects, analyzes, and reports institutional data to support campus decision-making, continuous improvement, and academic program evaluation. Produces IAR Insights, a periodic publication featuring data visualizations, dashboards, and analysis of student outcomes.
capacity building · 4
- Academic and operational support services Residential and Campus Operations ManagementManages research grants, housing, dining, bookstore operations, and provides user-centered support including open labs, self-guided resources, and in-depth data assistance. Supports academic program development through survey insights, reporting tools, and consultation for program review and planning.
- Academic and program support services Residential and Campus Operations ManagementManages research grants, housing, dining, bookstore operations, and provides user-centered data support services including open labs, self-guided resources, and in-depth assistance. Supports academic program development through data, surveys, reporting tools, and consultation.
- Student scholarship and equity programs Targeted Educational ScholarshipsAdministers scholarship programs such as the Pebble Beach Scholars Program, offering up to $5,000 per year for up to four years. UROC programs serve a high proportion of students from traditionally underserved groups, with 82% participation from these populations.
- Student scholarship programs Targeted Educational ScholarshipsOffers scholarships of up to $5,000 per year for up to four years to eligible students through the Pebble Beach Scholars Program, with a focus on supporting underserved populations.
strategies · 6
how they think
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- Auxiliary Support with Mission-Aligned Workplace Culture auxiliary_support_modelAdvances the university’s mission through management of auxiliary services and cultivation of a workplace culture grounded in trust, purpose, and alignment with educational goals.
- Evidence-Based Institutional Decision-Making evidence-based_decision_makingApplies a question-driven, reflective, and transparent process using data to inform action and assess institutional effectiveness.
- Mentorship-Guided, Experiential Education Model mentorship-guided educationAn integrated educational approach centered on personalized mentorship, hands-on learning, and mentored research to build student competitiveness and leadership. The model emphasizes student empowerment, culturally responsive support, and personal resilience, particularly for first-generation and underrepresented students.
- Place-Based and Location-Integrated Learning place-based_learningLeverages the unique coastal environment and proximity to regional hubs (Bay Area, Salinas Valley) as a living laboratory for academic programs, internships, and research, creating real-world, experience-rich learning opportunities.
- Service-Learning for Community Contribution service-learning requirementIntegrates required service-learning into the curriculum to prepare students for responsible engagement in local and global communities and to support career and graduate readiness.
- Student-Centered Academic and Enrollment Support student-centered supportUses personalized admissions counseling, targeted support services for first-generation, low-income, and migrant students, and intuitive program discovery tools to enhance access, integration, and success in a diverse academic community.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
African Heritage Faculty and Staff Association Mentorship Program
Mentoring program for students of African heritage to foster belonging, connection, and academic success through cultural events and support
Center for Experiential Learning and Innovation (CELI)
Offers service learning, internships, and career preparation opportunities; CSUMB requires service learning as part of its curriculum
Mandla Mentoring Program
Supports first-year and transfer students in finding strength and power as they navigate their college journey
Pebble Beach Scholars Program
Elite program for business and hospitality management students offering scholarships, professional training, and sustainability-focused curriculum
Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center (UROC)
Provides mentored research experiences for undergraduate students, particularly from underserved groups, to prepare them for graduate school and careers
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Bay Area Partner — Source of internship and job opportunities for students due to proximity and regional connections.
- Cal State Apply Partner — Platform used for processing student applications to CSUMB.
- California State University Monterey Bay Partner — Provides auxiliary services in support of CSUMB's mission.
- Data User Advisory Group Partner — Advisory group that provides feedback on data tools and user support through acceptance testing and consultation.
- Helen Rucker Center for Black Excellence Partner — Hosts the African Heritage Faculty and Staff Association Mentorship Program.
- Montage Health Partner — Partners with CSUMB on a $15 million initiative involving nursing students and alumni.
- Salinas Valley Partner — Source of internship and job opportunities for students due to agricultural and regional economic activity.