Dear Friends of CSUB,

As the beacon of learning, scholarship and innovation in a region that prizes ingenuity, California State University, Bakersfield is at the dawn of a new age of discovery, thanks to our robust research program that grows in scope and ambition every year.

The engine that propels our research forward is the President's Associates, the most enduring group of supporters in the history of this university.

Please join me as a President's Associate so that we may broaden this vital program for the benefit of our region and the students who will carry their research forward, long after graduation from CSUB.

Our research teams are exploring solutions to pollution along the Kern River, the challenges of protecting endangered species, reducing sulfur in fossil fuels and an array of projects aimed at enhancing health, quality of life, economic prosperity and more.

The solutions-based research that is bringing attention and distinction to our region needs a champion like you. The Student Research Scholars Program relies entirely upon support from the President's Associates to function, grow and flourish.

This year, these valued friends of CSUB are supporting 32 student research scholars, and we would like to see that number grow, expanding opportunity for our top students and progress through research for our region.

Thank you for your support of our students and your belief that the path to health, prosperity and opportunity for our region is through discovery and innovation. I look forward to welcoming you to the President's Associates circle.

Sincerely,

Lynnette Zelezny, Ph.D., MBA
President