President's Messages
If one of us, then all of us: A statement asking for grace, compassion and togetherness
April 20, 2021
What happens to one happens to us all. It was nearly a year ago when we first witnessed, with horror, the public murder of George Floyd. Now we write to you again in response to the verdict in the trial of the police officer who knelt on his neck.
Looking Forward Beyond COVID-19
April 14, 2021
As we watch vaccinations rates rise and COVID-19 positivity rates fall in our counties and state, many of you have questions about what to expect this summer and fall.
Housing Task Force Report
April 7, 2021
I am writing today to share the Cal State East Bay Faculty and Staff Housing Task Force Report. The task force began in 2019 to explore and recommend tangible steps we can take in the short and long term to provide access to more affordable housing options.
COVID-19 One Year Later
March 12, 2021
One year ago, at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, I never imagined how this virus would change nearly everything about how we live, work, teach and learn. I am inspired by how well this community responded by rolling up its sleeves, getting to work, and using creativity and ingenuity to keep our mission at the center of every decision we have made.
Establishment of Affinity-Based Student Success Centers
February 24, 2021
I am writing today to announce a decision that I believe has been on the minds of many of you for some time: establishing affinity-based student success centers with dedicated space on Cal State East Bay’s Hayward campus.
Post-COVID Opportunity Scan
February 1, 2021
I am writing today to launch a brainstorming and planning initiative this semester that I hope will broadly engage our university community.
VIDEO: Welcome to Spring 2021 Semester
January 19, 2021
I am so pleased to greet you today, on the first day of the Spring 2021 term. I recently joined the Cal State East Bay community as your new President, and I wanted provide encouragement as you continue in your studies during this remarkable time.
Our Role in Preserving Our Democracy
January 7, 2021
I am writing today to share with you my outrage and sadness at the attempt to disrupt our democratic process we all witnessed yesterday in our nation’s Capitol. Having lived in Washington DC, having walked the halls of the Capitol many times, I could not imagine those historic hallways becoming the site of such appalling violence and insurrection in my lifetime.
VIDEO: A Greeting from President Cathy Sandeen
January 4, 2021
President Cathy Sandeen introduces herself to Cal State East Bay in her welcome message on her first day leading the Pioneer community.