Magazine Features

Hungry Like the Wolf

Out of 200 foster youth who graduate from high school, one will get their college degree. That one foster youth is Wolfgang — the lone wolf who, with his community’s love and support, beat the odds. This past spring, he earned a degree in business administration with a concentration in entrepreneurship, achieving a 3.5 GPA and dean’s list accolades.

July 12, 2024

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Visits Concord Center

The U.S. EPA visits Cal State East Bay’s Concord Center on Thursday, May 23 at 9 a.m. to check in on the progress of the Climate Resilience Initiative, which includes the Wolwonja Ecocultural Garden and Galindo Creek Field Station.

May 21, 2024

To those struggling: Don’t let adversity define you. Change your response.

Julian Lopez was awarded a scholarship to join Cal State East Bay Men’s Basketball. But at the age of 18, he was diagnosed with a rare congenital heart defect that could be deadly if not treated. Lopez returned to the court and, on May 12, will receive his master’s degree in business marketing and management.

May 9, 2024

To the Runners: Don’t be afraid to race toward the unknown

He chose Cal State East Bay because of the cross country and track program. He stayed to continue on for his master’s in kinesiology. Matties will be graduating May 9 at 5 p.m. in the ceremony for the College of Education and Allied Studies.

May 8, 2024

For the Mamas: Keep chasing your dreams. You will catch them.

When Brittany Williams got pregnant during her senior year at Hayward High School, her dreams of going to college almost evaporated. On May 11, Williams will receive her bachelor’s degree in liberal studies with a concentration in college prep.

May 6, 2024