2026 News

Members of the website redesign team: Ilse Mendoza, Vanessa Lopez, and Krishneel Kishor

Primed for Amazon: A ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ student’s path to the world’s most complex logistics company

Discover Ilse Mendoza's inspiring journey from a curious undergraduate at ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ to an Area Manager at Amazon, showcasing resilience and growth.

January 30, 2026

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Pioneers dominate on the court

ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥'s Pioneers are off to a remarkable start in Division II basketball, remaining undefeated with a record of 19-0 and ranked No. 3.

January 30, 2026

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ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Wins Two National Awards for Transformative Student Success and Equity Work

ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ has been recognized nationally for its innovative and equity-centered approach to assessment and student success.

January 22, 2026

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Alameda County and ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Partner to Strengthen Future Public Leaders

Alameda County and ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Partner to Strengthen Future Public Leaders

January 20, 2026

Dakin Matthews’ Crowning Achievement? A Life Fulfilled

Initially on the path to the priesthood, English professor Dakin Matthews found his true calling in theater during the transformative era of Vatican II.

February 13, 2026

Two business students giving a presentation in front of their peers.

The Future of Entrepreneurship? ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Says It’s Shared

On Thursday, March 5, ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ will officially launch its Employee Ownership Initiative at the Acosta Innovation Hub in the CORE.

February 13, 2026

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ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Men’s Basketball Makes History — Unbeaten and Unstoppable 

The Pioneers are ranked No. 3 in the nation and remain one of the final unbeaten teams in Division II.

February 4, 2026