September 29, 2022

Former Cal State chancellor displayed 'blind spot' to complaints of sexual harassment at Fresno State, report says

A long-awaited investigative report faults former CSU Chancellor Joseph Castro for failing to stem allegations of sexual harassment by a Fresno State administrator.

Ashley A. Smith

September 28, 2022

How California is responding to dire student housing shortage

Rising costs have exacerbated California's student housing crisis. The state is responding with plans for more on-campus dorms, and a new bill could make it easier for colleges to expand housing. Some campuses turned to short-term solutions.

Michael Burke, Ashley A. Smith, Betty Márquez Rosales, And Ashleigh Panoo

September 26, 2022

The struggles of attending college while caring for a dying parent

As her mother was dying, the bond they shared fuels her caregiving daughter's determination to get through Cal State Dominguez Hills.

Annais Garcia

September 19, 2022

Invest in more housing for hardworking college students with kids

Investing in affordable family housing for students will pay dividends for California students and families for generations.

Kenya Abner

September 15, 2022

Cal State turns to the Legislature for faculty and staff pay increases

The Cal State system knows it needs to give its employees sizable salary and wage increases, but finding and getting the money to do so means relying on the state.

Ashley A. Smith

September 9, 2022

Plumas Unified suspends assistant principal/athletic director to probe 'potential misconduct'

A former San Jose State baseball coach found to have sexually and racially harassed his players was put on leave from Plumas Unified School District where he is being investigated for "potential misconduct" since joining the district in 2018.

Thomas Peele

September 8, 2022

Former CSU baseball coach sexually and racially harassed players and staff, investigation found

A former San Jose State baseball coach is now the vice principal and athletic director at a Plumas County high school following a Title IX investigation that found sexual and racial harassment.

Thomas Peele, Ashley A. Smith, And Daniel J. Willis

August 23, 2022

California colleges open for fall term with relaxed Covid rules

The fall term has arrived at California's public colleges, where Covid-19 restrictions have been eased. It's a stark contrast to last fall.

Michael Burke And Ashley A. Smith

August 2, 2022

New batch of CSU records shows professors disciplined for sexual harassment

Records show students suffered sexual advances from faculty. Some professors were suspended or fired while others resigned or retired.

Thomas Peele, Ashley A. Smith, And Daniel J. Willis

July 25, 2022

A rare case of mental health in school gone right

Timely, supportive mental health services can rescue a student in crisis.

Natalie Lu

July 12, 2022

Faculty perk at center of issues that led to Castro resignation in use on other CSU campuses

Cal State trustees plan to eliminate the ability of fired administrators to retreat to faculty. Misconduct investigations, and violating university policies are just some ways administrators can lose faculty retreat options.

Ashley A. Smith

June 28, 2022

Gov. Newsom strikes deal on state budget: big increase for K-12, plan to expand Cal Grant, too

Compromise includes 13% more for funding formula, extra for community schools, student transportation, school construction, literacy coaches and expansion of Cal Grants.

John Fensterwald And Michael Burke

June 22, 2022

Proposed mathematics pathways for California high school students raise equity concerns

California's new mathematics framework must increase access to advanced math but also ensure that all students have the preparation they need for college and careers in STEM fields.

Richard Ford

May 31, 2022

New study reveals hidden facts on college for California Asian American and Pacific Islander students

Looking deep into data reveals that there are disparities among Asian American college students in California.

Ashley A. Smith

May 25, 2022

Cal State employees say campus leaders ignore harassment and retaliation at nation’s largest university system

Faculty groups say they lack confidence in CSU trustees while demanding they hold leaders accountable. Sexual assault victims and other CSU San Bernardino employees claim harassment and retaliation.

Ashley A. Smith