Past CSR/OSCAR Scholars

About Us

The Opportunities for Scholarship, Creative Activities and Research (OSCAR), previously known as the Center for Student Research Scholar's Program was founded by Dr. Jason Singley (Dept. of Physics) in 2012 and consisted of 28 Sscholars.  Dr. Singley also served as the OSCAR's Ddirector from 2012-2014. From 2014-2016, the OSCAR experienced much growth in funding opportunities and programming under the Directorship of Dr. Jeffery Seitz (Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences). Dr. Jenny O (Department of Kinesiology) is the OSCAR's current Director. Under her leadership, the OSCAR is heavily focused on programmatic expansion targeting academic, researcher, and professional development as well as the continued pursuit of external funding to support our Scholars. 
Over the years, the number of OSCAR Scholars has increased significantly. In 2016-2017, the OSCAR supported approximately 130 Scholars, with all CSUEB Colleges and many academic majors represented. Our Scholars are also representative of our CSUEB student body; reflecting great diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, socieconomic status, and educational experiences. We look forward to continued growth in the coming years!