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CSUF parking structure

Make Parking Easier — Consider Alternatives This Fall

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

It’s the start of the fall semester and the crush is on. For parking.

Until Eastside Parking Structure 2 is completed in fall 2020, parking remains at a premium. However, …

Model of the new Fullerton Arboretum Visitor Center

Fullerton Arboretum Visitor Center Design Wins Award for Being 'Green'

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

The energy-efficient, environmentally sustainable project received a Best Practices Award for Overall Sustainable Design.

It’s not yet completed, but the new Fullerton Arboretum Visitor Center has already won an award …

Chiller Unit

New Chiller and Autoclaves Installed on Campus

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton is helping keep its students, faculty and staff cooler this summer and making the University more energy efficient — with the installation of a new chiller and …

Connec-Tables

Sustainability - CSUF works on the economic as well as environmental impacts

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

June 13, 2019 | Orange County Register, The (Santa Ana, CA) Author/Byline: By Susan Gill Vardon sgvardon@scng.com

At Cal State Fullerton, the idea of sustainability involves more than coming up …

Geography graduate students Leaa Short (left) and Tamara Wagner are researching the university’s sustainability efforts for the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS).

Committed to Sustainability

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Campus Undergoes Study to Measure Effort

By Pamela McLaren

Last year, Cal State Fullerton committed to developing a campus more focused on sustainability in its operations, outlook and curriculum. Following …

A close up of one of the light fixtures currently being tested for possible installation on campus. This one, installed on one of the exterior pillars of the Pollak Library, is outfitted with a movement sensor, so when no one is near it lowers the wattage of the lamp, and two rows of small LED light bulbs, which put out more light while using less power than existing fixtures.

A Beacon to Savings - Campus to Replace Lights for More Energy Efficiency

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

By Pamela McLaren

How many people does it take to switch out a light bulb? On a college campus dealing with more than 75,000 lamps — it will take a …

President Milton A. Gordon signs the Talloires Declaration, a statement of commitment to environmental sustainability in higher education, April 18. Joining him at the signing are, from left, A. Scott Hewitt, professor of chemistry and biochemistry; Steven Murray, acting vice president of academic affairs; graduate student Doug Moody, chair of the Associated Students Environmental Advocacy Committee; Greg Dyment, director of the Fullerton Arboretum; and Willem van der Pol, director of physical p

Creating A Stronger, Sustainable Campus

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

President Gordon Signs Talloires Declaration, Presidents Climate Commitment

By Pamela McLaren

President Milton A. Gordon has joined university presidents around the world in signing the Talloires Declaration, a statement of …

Reclaimed Landscapes

Reclaimed Landscapes: The Art of Jarod Charzewski

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Reclaimed Landscapes: The Art of Jarod Charzewski April 7 – May 17, 2018 Curators: Danielle Clark & Jennifer Minasian

About the Exhibition

Reclaimed Landscapes explores the edge between sustainable and …

Mechanical engineering graduate student Amarjeet Singh is working on an augmented reality research project to fuse the innovative potential of this technology with sustainable manufacturing processes.

Students Learn Green Manufacturing Methods for a Sustainable Future

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Mechanical engineering major Matthew Lindwall is working on a manufacturing project to reduce carbon emissions in transportation by using “green” hydrogen as a clean energy source.

Classmate Rahul Pashpuleti is …

A view of Cal State Fullerton and environs.

Fullerton Takes Part in "Flex Your Power" Energy Demand Program

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

California State University Recognized Fullerton Takes Part in "Flex Your Power" Energy Demand Program

The California State University has been recognized by the state’s Flex Your Power campaign for reducing …

Turf removal at CSUF

Campus Begins Turf Removal

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Six months ago, Cal State Fullerton announced that it was letting sections of lawn die as part of its ongoing efforts to meet statewide mandates, due to the statewide drought. …

Solar panels at CSUF

Expanding the Power of the Sun

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton is moving ahead with solar power and expanding the array of solar panels that harness the force of the sun to power lights, computers, air conditioning and …

ego/eco

ego/eco: environmental art of collective conciousness

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

About the ExhibitionThis group exhibition will include work by thirteen artists or artist collaborations ranging from emerging artists to pioneers in the field of Environmental Art and disciplines spanning graphic …

California Higher Education Sustainability Conference at CSUF

Green Practices and Learning Focus of Statewide Higher Education Sustainability Conference

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

More than 170 presenters will discuss best practices in a wide range of sustainable and green projects ranging from construction, lighting and energy during the 15th annual California Higher Education …

Garden Flea Market at the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at CSUF

Garden Flea Market Returns to Arboretum and Botanical Garden at CSUF

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton’s communications class, Event Planning and Management, is proud to present the second annual Garden Flea Market, taking place on Thursday, April 18, from noon to 4 p.m. …

CSUF virtual parking permit

CSUF will have virtual parking permits by 2024

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

By 2024, Cal State Fullerton students and faculty will no longer need to place a parking permit sticker on their windshield, as the university transitions from physical sticker parking permits …

Students can park hourly within the ParkMobile designated locations where numbers are marked on signs in the Nutwood parking structure, Eastside structure and State College structure.

Cal State Fullerton introduces a new contactless way to parking

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton students can now pay for parking remotely with the Park Mobile App.

Elissa Thomas, the parking operations and transportation demand manager, said that a decreasing demand for …

Student gathering peaches at the Fullerton Arboretum

From Farm to Food Pantry

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

The Fullerton Arboretum and CSUF Campus Garden keep the ASI Food Pantry stocked with fresh fruits and vegetables.

JADA FONSECA HOLDS A PAIR OF PRUNERS IN ONE HAND and gently …

Participants at CSUF's second annual Engineering Social Justice: A Design Challenge

Engineering, Computer Science Students Pitch Solutions to Address Social Justice Issues

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

At Cal State Fullerton’s second annual Engineering Social Justice: A Design Challenge, three student teams took top honors for their projects that addressed such important topics as access to mental …

Bioswales have been installed around campus as a natural way of conserving water and promoting biodiversity around Cal State Fullerton while enhancing the aesthetics of the campus.

Campus landscaping makes strides in water conservation

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

While rain may be infrequent in Southern California, Cal State Fullerton has implemented bioswales throughout campus in an effort to reduce water pollution and promote sustainability. Recently, these bioswales have …

Crew removing turf in front of Langsdorf Hall

Campus Drought Response Is Evolving

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Lawns Will Be Replaced, Other Ideas Sought to Save Water

Cal State Fullerton will be going brown — briefly — in response to the state’s current drought conditions.

The result …

Jeff Bechtold explains how the university's new trigeneration plant works to a group of representatives of elected officials and campus administrators.

Greener Power: New Central Plant Becomes Operational

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

When the university’s new trigeneration plant begins operating next month, few will realize that a change has occurred — but its effect will be massive.

For the first time, the …

Students at the Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton

E3 Internship Program Sows Seeds for Tomorrow’s Environmental Leaders

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

The Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton is one of just three arboreta in the state of California and one of 28 arboreta in the world to achieve …

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Campus Promotes Understanding of Histories, Contributions of Native American Communities

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Supporting Cal State Fullerton’s Native American and Indigenous student population begins with understanding the diverse culture, histories, traditions and stories of the Native nations in Orange County and beyond.

“I …

Panelist Tamara Wallace ’08, ’13 (B.A., M.A. geography), senior manager for energy, sustainability and transportation in the CSU Chancellor’s Office (second from right)

Working Toward a Clean Energy Future: CSUF Presents Second Energy and Sustainability Summit

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

As Orange County works toward its climate goals, Cal State Fullerton is committed to advancing clean energy for the future, providing students with hands-on research opportunities and partnering with local …

Cal State Fullerton engineering students are building a sustainable housing exhibit for the Orange County Sustainability Decathlon Oct. 5-8 and Oct. 12-15 at the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa.

Titan Team Creates Ingenious Ideas for Sustainable House of the Future

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Civil engineering majors Isai Jimenez and Daniel Santa Maria are learning how to build a sustainable house for the future, focus on issues facing Orange County housing and reduce climate …

A CSUF student and faculty team has been selected to compete in the inaugural Orange County Sustainability Decathlon. Credit: Orange County Sustainability Decathlon 2023

CSUF Engineering Team Selected for Competition to Build Sustainable Home, Address Issues Facing Orange County Housing

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

To help solve California’s housing needs through sustainable development, a Cal State Fullerton student and faculty engineering team has been selected to participate in the first-ever Orange County Sustainability Decathlon. …

Willie Hagan, CSUF interim president, flips the switch on solar power. Looking on, at right, is Willem van der Pol, director of the physical plant.

CSUF Unleashes 1.16MW of Solar Power

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

With a flip of the switch, Cal State Fullerton continues to capitalize on the power of the sun.

The university today celebrated the completion of a solar-energy network for the …

  • Posted April 19, 2023
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Fullerton Arboretum

Fullerton Arboretum Fights Food Insecurity While Helping the Environment

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Fullerton Arboretum, a 26-acre botanical garden located at Cal State Fullerton, is making a difference in the campus and environment…and it all starts with fruit.

The Arboretum grows an incredible …

  • Posted April 13, 2023
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Campus Physical Master Plan

Campus Physical Master Plan

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

CSUF's Campus Physical Master Plan is our blueprint for providing a safe, sustainable, welcoming and cohesive learning environment that supports student success into the future.

The Campus Master Plan is …

  • Posted March 6, 2023
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Fullerton Arboretum

Fullerton Arboretum Achieves Reaccreditation at Highest Level

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

In October 2017, Fullerton Arboretum received its first accreditation as a Level IV arboretum. This is the highest level awarded by ArbNet, an organization that recognizes arboreta from around the …

Titan Dreamers Resource Center

Dreamers Center Provides Resources for DACA Students

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

In October 2022, the Fifth United States Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was unlawful, calling into question the future of the …

Fullerton Arboretum

Fighting the Drought with Fullerton Arboretum

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

As much of California and the West continue to endure a worsening drought, it’s more critical than ever to prioritize water conservation. The Fullerton Arboretum Director, Greg Dyment, offers, “Water …

Charging stations

Campus Recognized for Energy, Water Efficiency

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton has been honored with two Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Best Practice Awards and will be recognized in June at the California Higher Education Sustainability Conference.

One of …

Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration

Native American Heritage Month Celebrates Empowerment Through Education

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month at Cal State Fullerton means learning about the communities, histories and traditions that have shaped today’s landscape.

Beyond empowering the Native American and Indigenous community, …

Student Recreation Center

LEED Gold: Student Recreation Center

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Going for the Gold has special meaning for Cal State Fullerton’s Student Recreation Center, which has the honor of being the first CSUF building awarded a Gold Leadership in Energy …

Energy-efficient windows with sunscreens are one of the features that won the new student housing Platinum (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.

LEED Platinum: Student Housing Phase III

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton’s newest student housing complex is a step ahead of any statewide — it is the first in California awarded the Platinum Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design …

CSUF's Energy and Sustainability Summit

Solving Climate Change Problems: CSUF Presents Energy and Sustainability Summit

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

More than 100 people packed the room at Cal State Fullerton’s first Energy and Sustainability Summit, held Oct. 26.

The summit, sponsored by Edison International, featured three panels of industry …

Seal of Excelencia

University Earns Seal of Excelencia for Advancing Latinx Student Success

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton is one of only 10 institutions across the U.S. to earn the 2021 Seal of Excelencia. The three-year certification recognizes the university’s trendsetting leadership in engaging, enrolling …

  • Posted Sept. 14, 2022
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Fullerton Arboretum

Fullerton Arboretum

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Mission: The mission of Fullerton Arboretum is to support the academic mission of CSUF with a world class living and historical collection and to provide learning opportunities for every stage …

Image: Mercedes Dorame, Breath, Spirit, Wind – (Hikaayey), 2017. Archival Pigment Print, 36’ x 36”

Mercedes Dorame: Ancestors Leading the Stars ‘Eyoohiinkem He’uuk Shishyoota

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

RECEPTION | Saturday, September 18, 2021 12:00 – 4:00 PM (Public reception)

Ancestors Leading the Stars - ‘Eyoohiinkem He’uuk Shishyoota is an installation by artist Mercedes Dorame and it explores …

BS Biological Science

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

The CSUF Department of Biological Science is dedicated to educating the individual student using active-learning, inquiry-based educational approaches throughout its curriculum. The curriculum for biology majors provides a broad exposure …

  • Posted Aug. 4, 2022
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BA Geography

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Geography students connect the study of human spatial organizations and cultural landscapes with an in-depth investigation of the earth's landforms, climates, and vegetation. The undergraduate program provides a broad study …

  • Posted Aug. 4, 2022
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Kim Abeles, " World Leaders in Smog, 2019," Los Angeles Edition 2, Ceramic and smog, 10.5 inches in diameter each

Kim Abeles: Smog Collectors, 1987–2020

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

ABOUT THE EXHIBITION Kim Abeles: Smog Collectors, 1987-2020, at the Begovich Gallery will be the first time this seminal series is shown in its entirety. The exhibition features thirty years …

“When you have a place — and when you have people who care about you — magic can happen,” said Cal State Fullerton President Fram Virjee at the Feb. 14 grand opening of Tuffy’s Basic Needs Services Center.

Tuffy's Basic Needs Services

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Tuffy’s Basic Needs Services Center identifies and serves students who are experiencing an unforeseen hardship, emergency, crisis, or catastrophic life event.

The resources offered by this comprehensive endeavor are designed …

Campus Garden Sign

Campus Garden to Bring New Opportunities for Self-Sustainability

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Cal State Fullerton recently broke ground on a new campus garden that will serve as a tool for hands-on student learning. The ceremony was part of Cal State Fullerton’s 12th …

Group of people standing with newly planted tree.

Trees on campus are rooted in history

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Seven serve as a memorial to lives needlessly taken. One received the blessing of the Dalai Lama. Others pay homage to local history. But symbolism and aesthetics aside, each of …

Environmental Engineering Program (Online, MS)

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

The MS in Environmental Engineering program provides students with practical information and technical knowledge on contemporary environmental topics and issues including:

  • Potable water treatment
  • Wastewater treatment and disposal
  • Water reclamation …
  • Posted Feb. 24, 2022
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Eastside Parking Structure 2

500 kW Solar Canopy: Eastside 2 Parking Structure

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Completed in fall 2020, the new parking structure at CSU Fullerton is a state-of-the-art facility that is a mirror image of the existing structure IPD designed and completed in 2010. …

  • Posted Feb. 24, 2022
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CSUF President Fram Virjee, ASI Board of Directors Chair Mary Chammas, and ASI President Josh Mitchell cut the ribbon at the CSUF Food Pantry's grand opening

CSUF Food Pantry

  • California State University, Fullerton (CA)

Addressing food insecurity among college students has been a CSU system-wide effort for a number of years. The Pantry is a new and permanent program to the CSUF campus that …

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