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Fostering personalized education in an inspiring coastal environment, we empower students to lead with compassion. Nestled between the scenic Monterey Bay and the Salinas Valley, we provide a range of diverse academic programs guided by dedicated faculty and staff. Through an education that instills a lifetime of value, our Otters graduate ready to make their mark on the world. Join us and discover and !

🦦 New semester, new memories, same Otter spirit!Over the past week, we’ve had the absolute pleasure of welcoming our new...
08/30/2026

🦦 New semester, new memories, same Otter spirit!

Over the past week, we’ve had the absolute pleasure of welcoming our newest Otters to campus through a series of exciting events designed to build community, create connections and help students feel at home at CSUMB.

Throughout the week, students connected with fellow Otters, learned more about campus life and took their first steps toward becoming part of our vibrant university community.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this week so special. We’re so excited for everything this new semester has in store. Welcome to the Raft, Otters!

🎂 To our campus on the bay, we’ve come a long way! Today, we celebrate 's 32nd birthday and the students, alumni, facul...
08/29/2026

🎂 To our campus on the bay, we’ve come a long way!

Today, we celebrate 's 32nd birthday and the students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members who have shaped our university’s story. Here’s to the memories we’ve made, the milestones we’ve reached, and the even brighter future still ahead.

Happy birthday, CSUMB!

08/27/2026

🥹 Remember, it’s their first time moving you into college too.

One week ago, our Otter families helped their students get settled for another year at .

For some, it was the very first move-in. For others, it was a familiar return to campus, but that doesn’t make the goodbyes any less meaningful.

No matter the year, move-in brings a mix of excitement, change and a few hard goodbyes. As students step into new classes, friendships, routines and experiences, families get to watch them grow and continue building a life of their own at . 🦦💙🫶🏡🌊👉

🦦 Meet 's new Interim President, Carlos Vargas!Since arriving on campus at the beginning of this month, President Varga...
08/25/2026

🦦 Meet 's new Interim President, Carlos Vargas!

Since arriving on campus at the beginning of this month, President Vargas has welcomed faculty, connected with new and returning students, and learned more about the research, scholarship and creative activity happening across CSUMB. As a
former researcher and first-generation college graduate, Vargas brings a deep commitment to higher education and student success.

“I recognized that I could retire from a job, but I could not retire from my passion,” he said. “My passion to help students succeed was too strong.”

Get to know Interim President Vargas and his vision for supporting the Otter Raft: https://bit.ly/4wMfVEs

🎉 WELCOME BACK, ! Happy first day of classes, Otters! We’re STILL reeling from the energy of The Plunge yesterday, and ...
08/24/2026

🎉 WELCOME BACK, !

Happy first day of classes, Otters! We’re STILL reeling from the energy of The Plunge yesterday, and we made sure to capture the day from every angle — especially the 0.5!

Swipe through for a slightly wider look at all the fun as we carry that Plunge energy straight into the first week of classes! 🌊💙🦦📸✨🤩⚡️💪🔥🏡📚

08/23/2026

🌊 PLUNGING into a new chapter!

Earlier this morning, hundreds of our Otters made a splash at Del Monte Beach for one of ’s most beloved recent traditions — The Plunge!

New and returning students came together to soak up the excitement, connect with the community and dive headfirst into the year ahead. The Plunge is all about celebrating new beginnings and what it means to be an Otter.

Here’s to the moments that bring our together and set the tone for an INCREDIBLE year ahead! 🦦🌊💦💙🏡🎉🔥

08/20/2026

🏡 Home sweet home!

Move-In 2026 is OFFICIALLY a wrap! 📦🦦 Thank you to everyone who helped welcome our to campus and made these last few days SUCH a success.

Here’s to an AMAZING year ahead! 🤩📦💙🦦🏡👋

📣 Calling all Otters and CSUMB supporters! is proud to be part of the Monterey County community, where our students lea...
08/20/2026

📣 Calling all Otters and CSUMB supporters!

is proud to be part of the Monterey County community, where our students learn, grow and make a meaningful impact on campus and throughout the region.

This year, is nominated in multiple categories for Monterey County Weekly’s Best of Monterey County, highlighting the people, programs and experiences that make our university a vibrant part of the Central Coast community and beyond.

We invite our students, faculty, staff, alumni, community partners, friends and supporters to cast their votes for in the categories where you see us and help spread the word.

Voting ends on August 28th. Cast your votes now: https://bit.ly/4cwAehN

08/19/2026

💙 Love to Our Otter Support Squads!

There’s a lot of excitement in the air during Move-in, but there’s also a whole lot of love. Every box unpacked, every room made cozy, and every goodbye hug is a reminder of the people who helped our Otters get to this moment.

To our Otter moms, pops, families, and loved ones: thank you for all the ways you’ve shown up for your Otters, not just today, but throughout their journey. Your encouragement, patience, laughter, and unwavering belief in them have helped shape who they are and given them the confidence to take this next step.

We know there are plenty of emotions that come with watching your Otter begin this next chapter, and we’re so grateful you’re here to celebrate it with us. 💙🥹🦦🌊🏡👋

🎉 Otter Days begin TODAY!A new academic year is starting at , and there’s no better way to kick it off than with Otter ...
08/18/2026

🎉 Otter Days begin TODAY!

A new academic year is starting at , and there’s no better way to kick it off than with Otter Days!

Over the next two weeks, Otter Days will bring students together through events, activities and traditions that help you connect, get involved and experience life at CSUMB firsthand! Whether you’re moving into your new home, finding your way around campus, meeting new friends or looking for ways to get involved, there are plenty of opportunities to start building your Raft and make the most of the beginning of the semester.

Here’s a look at some of what’s coming up this week:

📦 Aug. 18-20: Move-In.
🎓 Aug. 21: New Student Convocation, Campus Cookout and RecFest.
🎯 Aug. 22: Class-Finding Tours, Otter Games and Welcome Back Bingo.
🌊 Aug. 23: The Plunge.

And that’s just the beginning! Check out the full Otter Days schedule to see all the events: https://bit.ly/4g4K64R

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