2025 Black Grad Commencement

Join us in honoring the remarkable accomplishments of our graduating students as we celebrate the vibrant culture and achievements of the Black and African American community at Stanislaus State. The Black Graduation Celebration is a deeply meaningful ceremony that pays homage to the resilience, excellence, and cultural heritage of our graduates. Come together with friends, family, faculty, and staff to commemorate this special milestone in the lives of our students.

39th Annual New Music Festival

The Stan State Department of Music present the 39th Annual New Music Festival! Featuring all new works from the composition studio, as well as students in our 20th Century Techniques course. Guaranteed fresh!

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Stanislaus State’s first-ever giving day, 1960 Minutes of Giving, raised more than half a million dollars from 951 gifts, fueling scholarships and student success.
Stanislaus State students and faculty journeyed to Death Valley for a field study full of discovery, reflection and unexpected beauty. See how the desert left its mark.

The University Honors Program at Stanislaus State offers a transformative path for high-achieving students, fostering academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement. Through small classes, close faculty mentorship, and hands-on research, students in the program emerge as thoughtful leaders prepared to make meaningful contributions both locally and globally.

Your gift directly supports and enriches the Honors experience by providing critical resources such as:

Philanthropic support launches Stanislaus State’s Pathways to Student Success during 1960 Minutes of Giving, boosting student achievement and workforce growth.

Come celebrate a successful semester at the DRS End of the Year Party. This is a time to acknowledge the hard work of our DRS students as well as congratulate our graduating seniors. Join us to celebrate the end of the academic year at this potluck-style gathering.

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HealthForce Partners gives $200,000 to Stanislaus State during 1,960 Minutes of Giving to grow the Central Valley’s mental health and nursing workforce.

The BFA Solo Gallery at Stan State Art Space is thrilled to announce the fine art exhibition Vibrant Visions by graduating senior and Bachelor of Fine Arts candidate Carlos Rodriguez Diaz. The exhibition will be on display from May 20--24, 2025 at the downtown gallery located at 226 N. First Street in Turlock. Admission is free of charge, and free on-street parking is available. An opening reception will take place Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 4:00--6:00 p.m.

The Stan State Department of Music's Concert Chorale presents their Spring Program!

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