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A Montage Health Foundation Scholar, Ulises Hernandez graduated from an accelerated three-year bachelor's degree program in nursing. He's now an ICU nurse
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Several scholarships are available through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Center.
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Gallery director and artist Tatiana Cabrera is considering grad school and eventually owning her own gallery.
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Reina Yorba-Rico said she has benefited from both the TRIO and UROC programs during her time at CSUMB.
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Cal State Monterey Bay was recognized as the only campus in the system to achieve all six of its Graduation Initiative 2025 targets.
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The rankings recognize CSUMB's emphasis on accessibility, affordability, public service and positive outcomes for graduates.
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Cal State Monterey Bay placed No. 2 among regional Western colleges and universities for social mobility.
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Forbes uses 14 metrics to rate colleges such as return on investment, low debt and graduate salaries.
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They'll talk about how to achieve good, meaningful jobs and careers for workers and the regional economy.
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Marlene Ramirez is not only the winner of the CSUMB Trustees' Award, but also has received another top scholarship.