President's Office
Welcome to the home page for California State University, Northridge’s chief executive, President Dianne F. Harrison. The President’s Office website provides access to President Harrison's biography, speeches, messages to the campus community, and other communications; university planning goals and initiatives; and the major organizational areas of the university, including its divisions and colleges. Announcements, news and other items of interest related to the President are listed below. For the latest in other university-wide news and achievements, visit CSUN Today.
Help Make CSUN Shine Bright Topic 8: Diversity
September 14, 2016
President Harrison has just announced the Fall 2016 topic for the Help Make CSUN Shine Bright initiative: Diversity. To read her email announcing the topic, click here or visit the Help Make CSUN Shine Bright website for more information and to submit a response. The survey will be available through October 7, 2016.
President's 2016 Welcome Address Posted
August 29, 2016
President Harrison's 2016 Welcome Address, delivered on Thursday, August 26, is now posted. Also available at the page is a link to the video of the address, the program booklet, a downloadable copy of the address, and links to the slideshow and CSUN 2015-16 Year in Review video that played at the conclusion.
CSUN's Economic and Social Impact Report Released
July 18, 2016
A new economic and social impact study has found that California State University, Northridge generates $1.9 billion generated annually through spending and labor income and has led to the creation of more than 11,700 jobs. Read more
CSUN Baseball Receives $1.5 Million Lead Gift
June 20, 2016
CSUN Matadors Baseball has received a donation of $1.5 million from alumnus Irv Zakheim ’71 (Physical Education) as a lead gift to fund renovations to Matador Field.
11,000 Invited to Walk at Commencement
May 5, 2016
Approximately 11,120 graduating students, a university record, have been invited to participate in CSUN's 2016 commencement, scheduled from May 20 - 23, 2016.
Honorary Doctorates to be Conferred
May 6, 2016
CSUN will confer honorary doctorates on acclaimed civil rights leader Rev. James M. Lawson, Jr., and accounting industry leader Harvey Bookstein during commencement ceremonies this month.
Topic 7 Results: Dining Experience
May 9, 2016
The results to Topic 7 of Help Make CSUN Shine Bright is now available here. The report summarizes the feedback received, as well as actions already underway to address some of the comments submitted.
We are grateful that so many in the CSUN community continue to take the time to share insights and suggestions.
2016 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients Honored
April 18, 2016
The three recipients of California State University, Northridge's Distinguished Alumni Awards—opera singer and educator Shigemi Matsumoto, urban developer and philanthropist James Ring, and financial industry leader and social justice advocate Robert D. Taylor—were honored on April 16 at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village. Click here to read the full story.
Chief Diversity Officer Appointment
March 15, 2016
President Harrison announced the appointment of CSUN's first Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) following a nationwide search: Dr. Raji A. Rhys. Dr. Rhys begins her appointment April 18, 2016.
Help Make CSUN Shine Bright Topic 7: Dining Experience
February 23, 2016
Topic 7 of the Help Make CSUN Shine Bright initiative has posted, focusing on campus dining. (NOTE: This survey is now closed.)
CSUN Receives Eddy Award
November 17, 2015
On November 12, 2015, the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) presented California State University, Northridge with a 2015 Eddy Award for Educational Leadership during a gala celebration at the Beverly Hilton.
CSUN Joins Initiative for Sustainability
October 7, 2015
On Oct. 5, California State University, Northridge President Dianne F. Harrison joined a group of 10 university presidents in signing a pact as part of the American College and University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC), working in conjunction with the nonprofit organization Second Nature.
Meet President Harrison
June 11, 2012
Dianne F. Harrison assumes the presidency of California State University, Northridge. Read more