2000s

September 11, 2001

The campus completely closed unexpectedly for the remainder of the day because of the tragic news that U.S. cities were attacked.

New Construction on Campus, 2002

Brotman Hall as well as construction of the new Molecular and Life Science Center begin. In addition, the Fine Arts buildings undergo refurbishment.

The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden's 20th Anniversary, 2002

The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden celebrates it's 20th.

Arnold comes to CSULB, 2004

Gubernatorial candidate Arnold Schwarzenagger comes to CSULB for his first public campaign appearance.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Students Walk-Out of Class, 2004

CSULB students stage a walk-out to protest to the fee increases.

CSULB Has a New President, 2006

President Robert C. Maxson retires after 11 years and CSULB's current President F. King Alexander begins his campus leadership.

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President emeritus Robert C. Maxson.
 
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CSULB President F. King Alexander

Music Department Renamed, 2008

The music department is officially renamed The Bob Cole Conservatory of Music.

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Bob Cole

President's Forum on International Human Rights, 2008

The campus launched the first President's Forum on International Human Rights. The 2008 theme was "Modern Genocides and Global Responsibilities." Over 6,000 students, faculty, staff and community members participated.

Homecoming Returns to Fall, 2008

In 2008, Homecoming officially returns to the fall with the theme 49er Days.

2009, Caption from Yearbook

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Obama.
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Obama.

“Raise Your Voice” was held at the University Student Union Southwest Terrace where interest groups, informational booths, and the candidate parties got the opportunity to recruit students interest to vote on November 4th, 2008.

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Womens Golf.
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Women's Golf 2009

Won first Big West Conference Championship in program history.