The Investiture of
Britt Rios-Ellis, Ph.D.
Thirteenth President of
California State University, Stanislaus

Friday, October 3, 2025
12 noon | Doors Open
1 p.m. | Investiture Ceremony
3 p.m. | Campus Reception

Britt Rios-Ellis, Ph.D.
Leading with Carino Rising with the Pulse of Possibility

Leading with Cariño,
Rising with the Pulse of Possibility

The Stanislaus State community invites you to a joyful and historic celebration: the Investiture of Britt Rios-Ellis, Ph.D., as the 13th President of our beloved University. This ceremony recognizes a tenacious leader deeply rooted in equity and the enduring mission of Stan State — to provide transformative educational opportunities for the students, families, and communities of the Central Valley.

Guided by integrity, legacy, and an unwavering strengths-based lens, President Rios-Ellis brings a cariño-centered approach to leadership, advancing the University through intentional and resonant commitment to student success, cultural celebration, and community engagement. Her presidency embodies the vibrancy of our region and the strength of our Warrior Spirit.

“With the pulse of possibility and the power of cariño — we will rise and thrive.”

- President Britt Rios-Ellis

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Updated: October 03, 2025