Cal State East Bay in the News: November 2025

Each month the Cal State East Bay News Center will share the media articles featuring the university and its faculty, staff and students. Check back as more articles are added to this running collection. 

What Daniel Naroditsky’s Death Reveals About the Dark Side of Online Chess

Psychology professor Michael Stanton gives commentary on the profound psychological effects of public humiliation. (November 1, 2025 | Slate)

Silicon Valley’s ‘Cozy Relationship’ With Trump Just Took a Turn

Professor Nolan Higdon says Trump’s history of escalating demands raises questions about how much tech executives may ultimately concede. (November 2, 2025 | MSN)

What Does 130 Grams of Protein Look Like? Meal Plan Ideas

Cal State East Bay alumnus and certified personal trainer Danny Gordon gives expert tips on protein sources. (November 6, 2025 | WikiHow)

Strike Thanksgiving Gold at This Cave Junction Winery

The article features Cal State East Bay alumnus Ted Gerber, crediting him and his late wife Meri with shaping Oregon’s early wine industry and praising the quality and value of Foris Vineyards’ wines. (November 16, 2025 | Oregon Live)

Compare 2025 Car Insurance Rates

Professor emeritus of economics Dr. Tony Lima gives expert advise on car insurance options and risks. (November 20, 2025 | WalletHub)

Labor Leaders From Across Us Come to Bay Area To Raise Concerns Over Trump’s Tariffs

Economics professor Farhad Sabetan says that though reducing the trade imbalance is moving in the right direction, the results of Trump's tariffs are still ambiguous. (November 23, 2025 | Yahoo! News)