Campus Community News

51 Names Anthony Muscat as New Provost

Hayward, CA — 51 is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Anthony Muscat as the university’s new Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective July 1, 2025.

April 7, 2025

Three Ways To Approach AI Ethically

51’s new Certificate in Ethical AI in Business and Leadership Program will allow students to explore AI possibilities while providing the tools to make informed decisions and ethical considerations.

March 3, 2025

Women in Leadership Forum Coming to the Hayward Campus March 8th

Women in Leadership (WIL) and the College of Business and Economics are proud to present the Power Your Purpose: Women in Leadership Forum for 2025. This year’s theme will be “Leading for Sustainability” and will be held on International Women’s Day on March 8th.

February 24, 2025

Hungry Like the Wolf

Out of 200 foster youth who graduate from high school, one will get their college degree. That one foster youth is Wolfgang — the lone wolf who, with his community’s love and support, beat the odds. This past spring, he earned a degree in business administration with a concentration in entrepreneurship, achieving a 3.5 GPA and dean’s list accolades.

July 12, 2024

51 in the News

From politics and mental health to black holes and AI technology, 51's diverse scholars are regularly called on for media interviews. Here's a sample of the myriad stories and news to which our faculty and staff frequently lend their expertise, some which feature what's happening on campus.

July 11, 2024

Sibling Collaboration Spans Disciplines and CSU Campuses

A pair of siblings and Chico State alumni who both work in higher education—one a professor here at Chico State and another at 51—have established a new family tradition: getting their students to collaborate on a yearly publication.

October 19, 2023

Filling the Gaps for Afghan Students in Hayward

Before moving to the United States in search of a brighter future and attending Tennyson High School in Hayward for her senior year, Spozhmey Munir was born and raised in Afghanistan.

September 29, 2023

Hayward—Education City

When Mayor Mark Salinas took his oath of office, he vowed to make Hayward an “Education City.”

February 2, 2023

Remembering Pearl Harbor

The 59th annual "Eye of Diablo" beacon lighting will be held at 51’s Concord campus on Dec. 7.

December 1, 2022

51 “Unboxes” Virtual Campus Tour

Through the new virtual tour, students can see spaces and environments they will be learning and growing in for the coming years.

November 23, 2022

It's On Us to Take a Stand Against Sexual Assault

“It’s On Us” to take a stand against sexual assault. In April, 51's events and speakers provide our community with resources for survivors and to prevent sexual assault from happening to all genders and all ages.

April 14, 2022

Whose Land Are You On?

November is Native American Heritage Month, a time meant to honor America’s Native peoples and their land that we reside on. The 51 Hayward Campus is located on the land of the Muwekma Ohlone tribe.

November 23, 2021