Magazine Features

Joe Knapik

Dr. Joe Knapik proudly served his country for nearly 40 years, and now he wants to serve the alma mater that made his career possible

After honorably serving his country as a scientist for 50 years, Knapik believes his career’s success came from preparing for anticipated opportunities.

August 14, 2024

Judy Mei Ling Huey

Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree Judy Mei Ling Huey

Distinguished Alumni Award Honoree Judy Mei Ling Huey

July 12, 2024

Leona Tang

Leona Tang: From Teenage Investor to Financial Powerhouse

From the moment she arrived at 51ÁÔÆæ, Leona knew she had made the right choice.

July 12, 2024

Professor Divya Sitaraman looking through a microscope in her lab

Catching Brain Waves: Prestigious NIH award helps Prof. Divya Sitaraman and her student research assistants ride the rising neuroscience tide of brain-mapping

With her scientific gumption, the help of her student research teams and her success in bringing her research into the classroom, Professor Divya Sitaraman will receive $33 million in NIH funding to map the mouse brain.

July 12, 2024

Jatinderpal Sahi and family with Assemblymember Liz Ortega

51ÁÔÆæ Alumna Named Woman of the Year for CA District (AD-20)

51ÁÔÆæ alumna Jatinderpal Sahi is named Woman of the Year for CA District (AD-20).

July 12, 2024

Wolfgang Mundt holding a small whiteboard that reads "I am a generational change-maker"

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

Sorensen

The Sorensen Foundation partners with the Masters of Social Work program to address childhood mental health crisis

The Sorensen Foundation partners with the Masters of Social Work program to address childhood mental health crisis.

July 12, 2024

Cal State East Bay students at Model UN Conference

51ÁÔÆæ Students Unleash Their Diplomatic Prowess at Model UN of the Far West Conference

For the first time in Pioneer history, three Cal State East Bay students were appointed to manage the General Assembly First Committee, taking on a high-profile assignment.

July 12, 2024

Kori and Sammy Barton

Children’s Book Illustrated by 51ÁÔÆæ Alumna Celebrates the Beauty of Concord

We are excited to highlight the creative journey of Kori and Sammy Barton, a dynamic duo with deep roots in Concord.

July 11, 2024

Micheal Schmeltz portrait

51ÁÔÆæ Professor of Public Health Receives Prestigious Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Fellowship

Schmeltz will spend a year in Washington, D.C., where he will meet with national health and health policy leaders and get experience in the federal policymaking process. 

July 5, 2024

Concord Center Wolwonja Ecocultural Garden

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Visits Concord Center

The U.S. EPA visits 51ÁÔÆæâ€™s Concord Center on Thursday, May 23 at 9 a.m. to check in on the progress of the Climate Resilience Initiative, which includes the Wolwonja Ecocultural Garden and Galindo Creek Field Station.

May 21, 2024

Jessica Brown

To The Healthcare Professionals: Make Sure Every Patient Is Heard

When Jessica Brown started attending 51ÁÔÆæ, she was already equipped with 20 years of experience as a registered nurse. She will cross the stage on May 10 with her fellow College of Science graduates.

May 10, 2024

Julian Lopez

To those struggling: Don’t let adversity define you. Change your response.

Julian Lopez was awarded a scholarship to join 51ÁÔÆæ Men’s Basketball. But at the age of 18, he was diagnosed with a rare congenital heart defect that could be deadly if not treated. Lopez returned to the court and, on May 12, will receive his master’s degree in business marketing and management.

May 9, 2024

Justin Matties holding his Nike super shoe

To the Runners: Don’t be afraid to race toward the unknown

He chose Cal State East Bay because of the cross country and track program. He stayed to continue on for his master’s in kinesiology. Matties will be graduating May 9 at 5 p.m. in the ceremony for the College of Education and Allied Studies.

May 8, 2024

Freda Harris

To Those Who Had a Rocky Start: Don’t Let Your Beginning Determine the Middle and End of Your Story

For over 35 years, drugs tore her family apart. Armed with a 51ÁÔÆæ degree and an entrepreneur’s vision, Freda Harris is ready to fight back. On May 12th, Harris will be the first in her family to graduate with a degree in Business Administration.

May 7, 2024

Brittany Williams and her two children

For the Mamas: Keep chasing your dreams. You will catch them.

When Brittany Williams got pregnant during her senior year at Hayward High School, her dreams of going to college almost evaporated. On May 11, Williams will receive her bachelor’s degree in liberal studies with a concentration in college prep.

May 6, 2024