Division of Student Affairs
Welcome
California State University, Bakersfield is a student-centered campus. We want students to have a comprehensive university life experience, because that's what college is all about. Athletics, residential living, health services, student government, and other special campus programs all play important roles in our students' lives and help to support the academic mission of the institution.
The Office of Student Affairs oversees a variety of units on campus, including:
- Associated Students, Inc.
- Athletics
- Black Student Success Center
- Campus Programming
- Campus Recreation and Wellbeing
- Care Services
- Center for Accessability and Essential Needs
- Center for Career Education and Community Engagement
- Center for Special Programs and Student Retention Initiatives
- Childrens Center
- Counseling Center
Please click on the links above to find out more about these departments.
Thomas D. Wallace, Ph.D.

Vice President for Student Affairs
California State University, Bakersfield
Phone: (661) 654-2161
Email: vpsa@csub.edu
Office: CAF 107
Mail Stop: 44CAF
In his role as Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Thomas D. Wallace is responsible for campus programs, services, and activities that support the university's
educational mission by promoting student development and enhancing the quality of
the student experience and campus life.