Data can then be further filtered by race. CSU lacked consistent definitions in the past, Schwartzkopf said, so CSU cannot compare the most-recent data to previous years. The survey data shows reports of harassment and discrimination based on race or ethnicity, the most reports related to any single protected class. Other reports were withdrawn, resolved through methods such as mediation or referred to other offices. University officials said non-responses could reflect fear, trauma or other dynamics.
The bill builds on Senate Bill , signed into law this fall, which established a new designation for colleges and universities in California that excel at serving Black students. Schools in the University of California, California State University and California Community College systems, as well as independent higher education institutions, would be eligible for the grants.
The bill also creates a governing board to approve or deny grant applications. A grant fund established by the bill could also receive donations, including from private entities. Sacramento State became the first California university to receive a Black-serving institution designation from the Legislature in June while lawmakers considered Senate Bill Shortly before news broke Wednesday morning that the White House had rescinded a memo freezing federal aid β which had sown confusion in higher education a day earlier β leaders of the California State University system discussed how they might adapt if anticipated cuts take effect.
CSU officials said campuses should look for opportunities in the midst of shifting federal funding priorities and are also pursuing support from businesses and philanthropies to bridge any interruption to federal dollars. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on X that other executive orders impacting federal funding remain in effect.
One such order seeks to end diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the federal government as well as under federal grants and contracts. A recent CSU report highlights examples of the ways federal funding supports research and other projects on its 23 campuses, including projects that involve students. Department of Energy funds a project to improve the electrical energy system reaching rural tribes in Humboldt County.
