The Daybook provides a look at items going on at Stanislaus State University in Turlock. A schedule of Stan State events can be found on the University Events calendar. View Online: http://csustan.meritpages.com/news/Stanislaus-State-Daybook-May-20-2025/51896

Valley Forecast

The latest Business Forecast warns of rising recession risks in the San Joaquin Valley amid inflation, trade tensions and slowing job growth. Authored by Gokce Soydemir, Foster Farms endowed professor of business economics, the report outlines economic trends and potential impacts heading into 2025.

Reconnect Alumni, Campus

Inspired by a class guest, a Stanislaus State Master of Social Work student created "Social Workers Speak!"- a speaker series connecting students with alumni in the field. Her final project celebrates the power of mentorship, storytelling and lived experience.

Athletes Set Records

Annie Wild claimed Stan State’s first indoor track and field national championship with a thrilling mile win at the NCAA Division II meet.

Stanislaus State track and field teams also earned All-CCAA honors in 19 events at the CCAA Championships, hosted on campus. Jaevin Sawyer was named Men’s Freshman of the Meet, while four Warriors – including Annie Wild – claimed individual CCAA titles. Multiple school records were shattered, and six NCAA Division II qualifying marks could send the Warriors to the national championships in Colorado.

Podcast Spotlight

A new episode of “Taking Care of U” highlights how Stan State’s Basic Needs team supports student success. Host Lesley Cantu speaks with Alexa Aguirre Sanchez and Leticia Caballero about helping Warriors thrive through access to food, housing and emergency resources.

Coming Up

Stanislaus State will honor more than 3,000 graduates during four Commencement ceremonies May 29 and 30 at the Turlock campus, celebrating the 65th Commencement and the Class of 2025. The celebrations will highlight student success, resilience and community impact, with degrees awarded across all four colleges. Honorary doctorates will be conferred to former NASA astronaut Jose Hernandez and his father, Salvador Hernandez, during special recognition events on May 27 and 28. For details, visit the University’s Commencement website.