CSUMB Center For Black Student Success

CSUMB Center For Black Student Success CBSS engages and empowers African Diaspora students at CSUMB by providing academic, professional, and cultural support.

We serve as the central hub for Black student life working with campus and local community members to ensure Black collegiate success.

Are y’all ready for the HRC Welcome Back BBQ? Bring a friend & be entered into our raffle! Networking, line dancing, goo...
08/23/2026

Are y’all ready for the HRC Welcome Back BBQ? Bring a friend & be entered into our raffle! Networking, line dancing, good food, and friendly competition! See you there!

• August 29th
• 12-3pm
📍 The Brass Tap, Marina CA

Hey, you hungry? Join us for Grits ‘N The Morning! We’ll have a shrimp & grits breakfast bar and a Q&A panel! Bring your...
08/23/2026

Hey, you hungry? Join us for Grits ‘N The Morning! We’ll have a shrimp & grits breakfast bar and a Q&A panel! Bring your appetite and questions. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this😋🍽️

• August 25, 2026
• 10am-12pm
📍Helen Ruckers Center (Bld. 12, Rm. 120)

08/23/2026

A time was definitely had at the HRC Kickback! We hope to see you at next week’s events! More info below…

Grits N’ The Morning || Aug. 25th, 10am- 12pm
• Customizable shrimp and grits breakfast bar + student, staff, & faculty panel!

HRC Welcome Back BBQ || Aug.29th, 12-3pm
• BBQ at The Brass Tap. Raffle, food, dancing & fun!

Welcome back, otters! We are so excited to see everyone back on campus! We’re kicking off this semester right with our H...
08/18/2026

Welcome back, otters! We are so excited to see everyone back on campus! We’re kicking off this semester right with our HRC kickback. We’ll bring the music, games, and food, ya’ll bring the vibes. You won’t want to miss this.

• August 21, 2026
• 5pm-8pm
• Helen Rucker Center, Redwood Hall RM 120

RSVP on otter raft
See you there!

Everyone please RSVP FOR BLACK GRAD!! The time is now! Link is in our bio.
05/04/2026

Everyone please RSVP FOR BLACK GRAD!! The time is now! Link is in our bio.

The time is almost here!! Click the link in our bio for tickets! SHOUTOUT TO ALL THE GRADUATES 🎓 ✨
04/27/2026

The time is almost here!! Click the link in our bio for tickets!
SHOUTOUT TO ALL THE GRADUATES 🎓 ✨

So what’s next?Whether you’re already in a Divine Nine org or just curious, come get more info on graduate chapters and ...
04/27/2026

So what’s next?

Whether you’re already in a Divine Nine org or just curious, come get more info on graduate chapters and how to stay connected after undergrad.

April 29 || 3–4 PM || Helen Rucker Center

Don’t miss out!

⏱️12-1 pm on Wednesday’s ✊🏿Standing in our Power, Protection, and Self-Respect.Join us for Part II of this impactful wor...
04/13/2026

⏱️12-1 pm on Wednesday’s
✊🏿Standing in our Power, Protection, and Self-Respect.

Join us for Part II of this impactful workshop series focused on education, healing, and empowerment. Through meaningful conversations, we’ll explore healthy relationships, personal boundaries, safety planning, and self-advocacy in a supportive, BIPOC-centered space.

Your body. Your voice. Your boundaries.

All Welcome!

Attention Otter fam! We are pleased to announce that RSVPs are open for our inaugural Black Alumni mixer! We hope to see...
04/13/2026

Attention Otter fam! We are pleased to announce that RSVPs are open for our inaugural Black Alumni mixer! We hope to see you for a night of connection, reflection and fun! Is there an Otter Alumni you’re hoping will pull up? Tag them below or share this post 🫶🏾

We’re hiring! 🎉The Helen Rucker Center for Black Excellence is looking for student coordinators to join our team. If you...
03/16/2026

We’re hiring! 🎉
The Helen Rucker Center for Black Excellence is looking for student coordinators to join our team. If you’re passionate about community, leadership, and creating impact on campus, this is your chance.

Applications close April 10th.

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5108 Fourth Avenue
Marina, CA
93933

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm

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