Fresno State Centennial

The Celebration

 

And so it begins...

California State University, Fresno began its yearlong Centennial Celebration April 16, 2010, looking back on its first one hundred years of growth, accomplishment and excellence in education. Throughout the upcoming year, we also will be looking ahead to continue our tradition of quality academic programs; outstanding opportunities provided to our students; service to our community; and our transformative impact on our region and state.

We will celebrate the accomplishments of our alumni, staff and faculty, and admire the foresight of our founders in creating an institution of higher learning that has evolved to become a leader in education, research, innovation and service.

Throughout this evolution, the university has established itself as an integral part of the region. Fresno State has prepared thousands of individuals for careers, leadership and community service and forged community bonds that have helped conquer a broad spectrum of challenges, led innovative change and encourage positive thinking as the foundation for accomplishment.

We invite you to join us as we come together as a community to celebrate our Centennial and as we look forward to our second hundred years of success.

The Celebration

Memories

  • Being there when everyone gave Steve Coupland – probably the greatest water polo player in Fresno State history – a standing ovation at the end of his last game as a Bulldog.

    Dan Waterhouse, B.S. Business 1978

  • My fondest memory is the time I was introduced to the girl that would later become my wife. Thank goodness for my graduating from Fresno State and to have met my wife and partner.

    Steven Schleikorn, B.S. Business 1985

  • As a child, my mother used to take me out to visit the animals and picnic at O'Neill Park. I remember thinking what a magical thing it was to have a farm right in the middle of the city… and it still is!

    Tracy Newel, M.B.A. '11 • Staff '07 - present

  • My mother, Amelia Hansen, earned a teaching credential from Fresno Normal School in 1921. She went on to teach at the two-room American Colony elementary school. She earned $1,200 - per year!

    Shirley Kirkpatrick
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