California State University, San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus

10/12/2026

The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus will screen “Black and Blue”, exploring Gerald Ford’s stand with Willis Ward against racial injustice, on Oct. 15.

10/09/2026

Let’s celebrate our future nurses! 🎉 🩺

The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus proudly welcomed the Fall 2028 Bachelor of Science in Nursing cohort into the nursing profession during its White Coat Ceremony on Oct. 8.

The ceremony included remarks from campus and college leaders, a keynote address by Dr. Sara Kollman from Eisenhower Health, the donning of white coats, the signing of the Honor Code Book and the recitation of the nursing oath. Students pledged to serve patients, families and communities with compassion, competence, respect and cultural sensitivity. 💙

Congratulations to the newest members of the CSUSB nursing community! 🐺 🐾

CSUSB College of Natural Sciences Eisenhower Health

10/08/2026

10/07/2026

In celebration of World Inclusion Day, CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students, staff and faculty came together for “Tied Together,” an interactive event celebrating identity, belonging and connection.

Participants selected the three colored ribbons they most identified with from a variety of categories and tied them to the installation. The colorful display served as a powerful reminder that every tie has value, every identity matters and everyone deserves to be included. 💙 💛 💚

10/07/2026

you can now submit your Fall 2027 application! 🎉

Your future is waiting, and your journey to becoming a Coyote can start today!

Thinking about joining us sooner? There’s still time! The spring 2027 application deadline has been EXTENDED to Oct. 15. ⏰

Whether you’re ready for spring or planning ahead for fall, take that next step toward your degree, your career and your future at CSUSB.

🐾 Spring 2027: Apply by Oct. 15
🐾 Fall 2027: Applications are now open for submission

Don’t wait — start your application today and find your place in the Pack!

10/02/2026

The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus (PDC) is celebrating 40 years of serving the Coachella Valley! 🎉

Since 1986, the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus has helped thousands of students pursue higher education close to home while preparing graduates to lead, serve and make a difference.

From business and education to nursing and hospitality management, students and alumni are helping shape the future of our region.

As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we honor the students, alumni, faculty, staff and community supporters who have helped PDC grow into the thriving campus it is today. Together, we’re expanding opportunities, strengthening our workforce and inspiring the next generation. 🐺 💙

What has PDC meant to you? What’s your favorite PDC memory? Share your story in the comments!

🔗 Read more (including a timeline with photos): https://www.csusb.edu/inside/article/598804/csusb-palm-desert-campus-celebrates-40-years-expanding-opportunity-and

City of Palm Desert

10/02/2026

Let’s hear it for our 2026-27 Rogers Scholars! 🎉

Our annual Rogers Scholarship reception was held on Sept. 29 and was filled with proud moments, meaningful connections and plenty of gratitude as the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus celebrated this year’s scholars.

From meeting John and Janet Rogers to recognizing the mentors and loved ones behind their success, students had plenty to celebrate. A huge thank you to the Rogers family for more than 30 years of generosity and support for PDC students! 💙

Read more: https://www.csusb.edu/inside/article/598747/rogers-scholarship-reception-celebrates-student-excellence-csusb-palm-desert

09/25/2026

Get ready to come home, Coyotes! 🐾 💙

CSUSB Homecoming 2026 is happening Saturday, October 10!

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon filled with carnival games, food trucks, college and department booths, a kids’ zone, a Ferris wheel, and plenty of Coyote pride. 🎡 🍿 🎶

Then, keep the celebration going as the Yotes take the court for the big volleyball game! 🏐 🔥

🎉 Homecoming Bash: 2 to 5 p.m.
🏐 Volleyball Game: 5 p.m.
📚 College Showcase: 1 to 2 p.m.

🔗 Register now at: homecoming.csusb.edu

09/23/2026

A BIG thank you to the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa for welcoming our hospitality management students for an inspiring Professional Development Day! 🌴🏨

Students gained valuable insights from industry professionals about the use of technology in hospitality, sustainable practices and the important role of human resources.

We are incredibly grateful for the warm hospitality, delicious lunch and expertise the JW Marriott team shared with our students. Experiences like this help connect classroom learning with real-world careers in the Coachella Valley’s hospitality industry. 💙🐺

Jack H. Brown College CSUSB Marketing Department JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

09/22/2026

PDC kinesiology students are putting their skills to the test —Firebirds style! 🔥

Today they gained valuable hands-on experience by assisting with preseason testing for Coachella Valley Firebirds athletes. 💪

Under the guidance of kinesiology faculty member Dr. Warren Forbes, students applied concepts learned in the classroom to a real-world professional sports setting while gaining insight into potential careers in the sports industry.

We are grateful for our continued collaboration with the Firebirds and the unique experiential learning opportunities it provides our students. Best of luck to the team this season! 🏒

Participating PDC kinesiology students included Heather Hinton, Rosalia Ramirez, Aaron Delgado, Felipe Robles-Jimenez, Sophia Gilbert, Karla Garcia Lara, Nicolas Vazquez, Gabriel Ceralde and Elisa Zapata.

Coachella Valley Firebirds CSUSB College of Natural Sciences