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Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars

From left, Krisha Orgo, Filimon Fregoso, Sasha Augustina Tesoro, and Margaret F. Phillips were named to the 2025-26 California Pre-Doctoral Program and are among 85 California State University Sally Casanova California Pre-Doctoral Scholars selected systemwide this year.
August 28, 2025

As Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars, CSUSB graduate students Krisha Orgo, Sasha Augustina Tesoro, Margaret F. Phillips and Filimon Fregoso receive funding for educational and research activities, one-on-one guidance provided by faculty members within the CSU, and the opportunity to work with faculty from doctoral-granting institutions.

CSUSB’s 2024-25 Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars are (from left) Benjamin Roath, Evy Zermeno, Gary Williams and Erick Herrera.
July 29, 2024

The program, which is awarded to juniors, seniors and graduate students, provides financial assistance for those interested in exploring and preparing for a doctoral program.

CSUSB letters on the CSUSB campus
July 21, 2022

The Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars program assists students interested in a doctoral program, while the Chancellor’s Doctoral Incentive Program aims to increase the number of doctoral students applying for future CSU faculty positions.

Sally Casanova Pre-Doctoral Scholars
July 29, 2021

Four CSUSB students are among the 76 CSU students who have been named the 2021-22 Sally Casanova California Pre-Doctoral Scholars.