CSU Channel Islands Retiree Association

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Sad news about the death of Gina Dossin. Gina retired at the end of 2025 after working in several roles within Academic Affairs including providing support for the Chemistry Program. She also played important roles in developing the campus sustainability program and supporting in the initial development of the Santa Rosa Island Research Station.

Gina Muhi Dossin Obituary (2026) - Oxnard, CA - Reardon Funeral Home View Gina Muhi Dossin's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

Amazing day visiting the Santa Rosa Island Research Station with Foundation board members, President’s Scholars, campus recreation and our interim President Susan Andrzejewski. Calm seas, a megapod of dolphins, a very friendly humpback whale, gray whales and more.

Retiree Association panel discussion with staff and faculty preparing for retirement. Great opportunity to discuss issues and experiences related to retirement with about 45 of our colleagues. Special thanks to Diana Enos in HR and the OLLI team for their help in making this event a success.

Eventful week on the CI campus

At CSU Channel Islands outside Camarillo, striking workers were among 1,100 Teamsters Local 2010 employed at the CSU system's 22 campuses. See link below ⬇️

Coming up! Visit the Santa Rosa Island Research Station on March 20. A limited number of seats are open to retirees and guests.
If you have never visited CSUCI's Santa Rosa Island Research Station (or if you have and want to go again), the next opportunity is March 20. This is an all-day trip to one of the less visited locations in the Channel Islands. As always there is the chance to see a range of marine life (whales and dolphins included) during the trip. The return trip visits Painted Cave (fourth largest sea cave in the world). There are a limited number of seats available for this trip. If you wish to participate, make your booking at https://commerce.cashnet.com/CSUCIADV. Your ticket includes transportation on Island Packers and supports the Research Station. We will visit the Research Station and explore the historic ranch district of the island. Lunch is not included, but for those who register, I will have information about meal options.

Congratulations to CI professors Heather Castillo and Maricela Becerra García

The CSU is proud to announce this year's recipients of the Wang Family Excellence Award. Awarded annually, this prestigious honor recognizes individuals whose excellence in teaching, scholarship, service and dedication to student success exemplifies the CSU mission: https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/faculty-staff/wang-award/pages/default.aspx

“The CSU’s extraordinary and far-reaching impact is possible only because of the people who bring our mission and core values brilliantly to life," said CSU Chancellor Dr. Mildred García.

🌟 Join us in celebrating these five extraordinary individuals:

Maricela J. Becerra García, CSU Channel Islands | Outstanding Faculty Innovator in Student Success

Heather Castillo, CSU Channel Islands | Outstanding Faculty Teaching

Elena Klaw, San Jose State University | Outstanding Faculty Service

Chunting Chris Mi, San Diego State University | Outstanding Faculty Scholarship

Boatamo Ati Mosupyoe, Sacramento State | Outstanding Staff Performance

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