CSUCI Invites Community College Students to Explore STEM Pathways at Free Fall Events

What does your future in science, technology, engineering, or math look like? This October, Cal State Channel Islands (CSUCI) is opening its doors—and even an island—to help community college students find out.

CSUCI will host two free STEM Transfer Day events designed to give students a closer look at academic majors, hands-on labs, and career pathways available in the sciences. Both days include opportunities to connect directly with faculty, advisors, and current students, as well as enjoying some CSUCI campus life.

“These days are about opening doors for future scientists, engineers, and health leaders,” said Interim Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences Phil Hampton. “Students not only learn about our programs, but they also get to picture themselves here—learning, researching, and thriving.”

The first event, STEM Transfer Day (Día de Transferencia STEM), takes place Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the CSUCI campus. Students may choose between two tracks:

• Track 1: Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechatronics
• Track 2: Biology, Chemistry, Health Science

Participants will experience lab tours, faculty-led sessions, advising, enrollment workshops, free parking, and a free lunch. Registration is free, but priority closes Sept. 26, 2025.

RSVP for Oct. 10: tinyurl.com/DiaSTEM25

A week later, on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., CSUCI’s Santa Rosa Island Research Station will host a second STEM Transfer Day, focused on Environmental Science & Resource Management (ESRM), Biology, and related majors. This all-day excursion gives students the rare chance to explore undergraduate research opportunities on the Island—a living laboratory just off the California coast. Space is limited for this unique trip.

RSVP for Oct. 17: tinyurl.com/ISLANDF25

For more information, contact Tatiana Juarez at tatiana.juarez911@csuci.edu

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY CHANNEL ISLANDS

California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) is Ventura County’s only public university and opened in 2002 as the 23rd campus in the CSU system. CSUCI is located between Camarillo and the Oxnard Plain, midway between Santa Barbara and Los Angeles.

The campus is nestled against the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains and is a 10-minute drive from the Pacific Ocean. With more than 4,880 students, 29,000 alumni, and 1,000 employees, CSUCI is poised to grow in size and distinction, while maintaining one of the most student-focused learning environments in public higher education with more than 90 academic degrees, teaching credentials, certificates, and professional and community programs.

CSUCI is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and has earned the distinguished “Research Colleges and Universities” designation from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. 

Connect with and learn more by visiting www.csuci.edu or CSUCI’s Social Media.

The University encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs, events and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the respective area below as soon as possible, but no later than seven (7) business days prior to the event/activity: CSUCI Students: accommodations@csuci.edu; CSUCI Employees and members of the public: angela.portillo@csuci.edu

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