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Convocation

Tomás D. Morales
August 21, 2025

Morales began his role as CSUSB’s fourth president in August 2012. His commitment to student success has led to various innovative summer bridge and other student and academic support services, including strengthening relationships with public K-12 school districts and community colleges in the Inland Empire. 

The university community assembled for the 2025 Convocation in Coussoulis Arena
August 21, 2025

“We are all together here in a very, very special place. We have a vital mission. And we punch well above our weight,” university President Tomás D. Morales said. “Each of you is making a real difference.” 

The university community gathered in Coussoulis Arena, and the Palm Desert Campus tuned in to the livestream, as CSUSB kicked off the new academic year with its annual Convocation on Aug. 22.
August 22, 2024

“Let 2024-25 be the year of re-engagement with our students so that we can build student success. This must be the focus of all who work on this campus, regardless of what position you hold or what area of responsibility you cover,” CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales said.

CSUSB Palm Desert Campus students, faculty, staff and alumni volunteer in Cathedral City, Calif., on Sept. 2 to help those affected by Tropical Storm Hilary.
September 8, 2023

Due to the fact that the campus’ annual Convocation ceremony wasn’t able to take place this year because of Tropical Storm Hilary, the PDC Pack Welcome event will officially welcome students to the 2023-24 academic year.

President Morales speaking at Convocation on Aug. 17
August 17, 2023

“This year, I wish to focus on where we are with two major campus initiatives, which were launched at last year’s Convocation: our new 2023-28 strategic plan, which will shape our work and efforts across all segments of the university; and the ongoing ‘Our Defining Moment: The Campaign for CSUSB.’ Its success will also have a tremendous impact on how we are able to grow and serve our students and our region,” CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales said.

Convocation at CSUSB Palm Desert Campus
August 17, 2023

The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus Convocation, which will welcome students to the 2023-24 academic year, has been postponed. New date to be determined.

Student convocation, 2022, at the Palm Desert Campus
September 2, 2022

New and returning students learned about academic tradition and campus life at the CSUSB Palm Desert Campus at the event held Sept. 1.

CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales at the 2021 Convocation.
August 15, 2022

Convocation will feature highlights from last year, the goals and challenges for the upcoming year along with announcements of the President’s Special Achievement and Outstanding Employee award winners.

Convocation at the Palm Desert Campus welcomed students, faculty and staff on Aug. 26.
August 27, 2021

CSUSB President Tomás D. Morales delivered the keynote address, sharing campus achievements and advice for students during the Aug. 26 event.