Gayle Hutchinson
University Foundation Board of Governors Announces Gayle E. Hutchinson Presidential Award for Excellence
The $100,000 award—the largest of its kind in the California State University—will be presented biannually to a faculty member who exemplify innovation and vision.
2023–24 California State Budget Includes Funding for New Human Identification Laboratory at Chico State
The 2023–24 state budget calls for a $3 million allocation to secure bonds that will fund a new facility.
Chico State to Rename Sutter Hall
President Gayle Hutchinson has announced the renaming of Sutter Hall to Éstom Jámani Hall to better align with the University's values and honor Tribal communities.
It’s Wildcat Trivia Time!
Think you're a smarty ’Cat? Test your knowledge of all things campus-related in this season's inaugural Wildcat Trivia challenge.
Path to Prominence
In 2016, Gayle Hutchinson began her presidential term with an ambitious punch list. Having checked off almost everything during the last seven years, she prepares to begin another chapter.
Deep Look into America’s Relationship with Slavery Named Book in Common for 2023-24
Confronting America's legacy of slavery, the selection for the 2023-24 Book in Common is Clint Smith's “How the Word is Passed.”
Chico State Receives Transformational Gift to Support New College of Business Building
Alum Jon Krabbenschmidt (Business Administration, ’76) wants to see Glenn Hall become a state-of-the-art building for business students—and he is committing a pair of $5 million toward its construction.
Chico State to Break Ground on First Net-Zero Building with Future Home for College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
In what will be the first net-zero building on campus and only the third in the entire CSU, Chico State will break ground on the new building to host the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences.
Chico State Hires New Chief Diversity Officer
After a months-long nationwide search, Chico State has selected Joseph Morales as its Chief Diversity Officer.
President Gayle E. Hutchinson Announces Retirement Planned for End of 2022–23 Academic Year
After 33 years of invaluable service to higher education and nearly three decades at Chico State, President Gayle E. Hutchinson announced her decision Tuesday to retire at the end of the 2022-23 academic year.
Chico State Pulls Out All the Stops for Wildcat Weekend
From Oct. 6-8, Chico State will host and partner with the City of Chico for Wildcat Weekend, which feature Homecoming, Alumni and Family Weekend and Chico Preview Day.
Title IX Turns 50: Celebrating Advancements, Planning for Greater Change
Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson reflects on 50 years of Title IX.
Illustrated Memoir ‘The Best We Could Do’ Named Book in Common for 2022–23
The 2022–23 Book in Common is Thi Bui’s “The Best We Could Do,” a 2017 illustrated memoir about the author’s family’s journey from Vietnam to the United States and the universal struggles of connecting with family, culture and identity.
President Hutchinson Statement on Racist Graffiti Found on Campus
"Let me be clear, these cowardly and abhorrent acts are hate crimes. I want our BIPOC community to know that hate will not be tolerated and we must all work together to stop it."
Chico State Names New Vice President of Information Technology
Filling its first-ever position of vice president of information technologies and chief information officer, Chico State has hired Monique Sendze.
Seeding the Future: Center for Regenerative Agriculture Receives $1 Million Gift
Looking to improve communities one at a time, Bruce Burnworth discovered Chico State's Center for Regenerative Agriculture and Resilient Systems—and found it worthy of a $1 million donation.
‘There There’ Announced as the Book in Common for 2021–22 Academic Year
'There There,' the bestselling novel by Tommy Orange, has been selected as the Book in Common for the 2021–22 academic year.
CSU, Chico to Offer On-Campus COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on May 11
Chico State will hold an on-campus “Vaccinate Chico State” clinic on Tuesday, May 11 at Shurmer Gym.
Chico State Adds In-Person, Grads-Only Commencement Ceremonies for Classes of 2020, 2021
After careful consideration, Chico State will hold multiple in-person Commencement ceremonies to honor its graduating classes of 2020 and 2021.
Family of Professor Emeritus Gifts $1 Million for Educational Programming at Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
The Dempsey family has donated $1 million to the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve—the largest cash gift in its history—for educational programming.
A Time to Focus on What Unites Us
President Gayle Hutchinson calls for the campus community to practice kindness and patience in the wake of the election, and to focus on what unites us to continue working toward a better future.
Modifications to University Police Chief Recruitment
President Hutchinson modifies new police chief appointment to an interim assignment, strengthens focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion
Book in Common Selection for 2020–21 Academic Year Announced
Ibram X. Kendi’s “How to Be an Antiracist” has been chosen as the Book in Common for the 2020–21 academic year.
Making the Right Choice in This Historic Moment
President Gayle Hutchinson stresses students' important role in flattening the COVID-19 curve by practicing physical distancing.
Student Success at Center of CSU, Chico’s Second Annual Tipping Point Summit
With student success at the core of Chico State's mission, its faculty and staff will have a rare opportunity to come together to share, reflect, and learn how to further that effort this week.
A Framework for Courageous Conversation
President Hutchinson addresses campus tensions, conflict, and policies around free expression on campus.
From the President: Our Reinvigorated Commitments
President Gayle Hutchinson reflects on her accomplishments—and those of the University.
85 Seconds of Silence
President Gayle Hutchinson shares details on the University's participation in a community-wide remembrance of the lives lost in the Camp Fire.
American Kinesiology Association Honors President Gayle Hutchinson
Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson has been honored by the American Kinesiology Association for her administrative and leadership performance.
CSU, Chico President Unveils University’s New Strategic Plan
After two years of anticipation and community-wide collaboration, Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson has unveiled a new mission and vision for the University.
CSU, Chico WSCUC Accreditation Reaffirmed for Eight Years
The University was honored this summer to have its accreditation reaffirmed for a period of eight years.
School of Social Work Secures $850,000 Gift for Superior Region Endowment
Chico State’s School of Social Work received an $850,000 donation for its Distributed Learning Program (DLP) to help provide accessible education in the North State.
Five First-Time Freshmen Named CSU, Chico President’s Scholars
Selected from a pool of nearly 160 outstanding and high-achieving applicants, five students from as many North State high schools have been recognized as Chico State Presidential Scholars for the 2019–20 academic year.
On to New Beginnings
Just before his second semester, Joseph Arballo lost his grant to pay for college. With support from the University, he was able to stay in school and graduate, and is now on his way to a PhD program.
Statewide Student Association Honors CSU, Chico President Hutchinson as CSSA President of the Year
Chico State President Gayle Hutchinson was presented with the California State Student Association's Robert C. Maxson President of the Year Award.
Faculty Member Leads as Camp Fire Liaison
As Chico State takes an active role in Camp Fire recovery, someone needs to lead the way: Megan Kurtz accepted the challenge.
CSU, Chico Moves up on Forbes Magazine’s ‘Best Value Colleges’ List for 2019
Forbes magazine listed Chico State No. 73 on its "Best Values Colleges" list, out of 300 schools nationwide.
Campus Advocate and Mentor Leads with his Heart
Kimani Davis II leads by example and is a mentor for diverse communities across campus. But what sets him apart is the care, passion and love he puts into his advocacy.
CSU, Chico and Butte College Announce Book in Common for 2019-20 Academic Year
Chico State and Butte College have jointly chosen the Book in Common for the 2019-20 academic year.
CSU, Chico to Host Camp Fire Memorial Ceremony ‘Remembering the Ridge’
Next week, Chico State will host "Remembering the Ridge," an event combining music, guest reflections and an interactive art installation.