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Successful Conclusion of DroneCamp 2024
Successful Conclusion of DroneCamp 2024
June 24, 2024
DroneCamp 2024, held from June 24th to June 28th on the campus of Cal State Monterey Bay concluded successfully.
This year’s event highlighted the essential partnership between DroneCamp organizers and Monterey Bay DART. DART’s generous contribution of ten scholarships ensured broader access to this valuable educational opportunity, regardless of financial limitations. The hybrid format attracted a total of 126 participants, with 86 attending in-person and 40 joining virtually. This strong turnout reflects the growing interest and demand for advanced drone technology education.
The comprehensive program offered dozens of workshops across multiple disciplines, providing comprehensive training in drone mapping, surveying, data collection, and analysis. The collaboration with Monterey Bay DART and Cal State Monterey Bay provided exceptional resources and expertise, ensuring a superior learning experience for all attendees.
Positive feedback and strong participation highlight these partnerships’ crucial role in advancing drone technology education. The DroneCamp team looks forward to continuing this collaboration and expanding the program’s reach and impact.
For more information, please visit DroneCamp 2024
College of Business Faculty Explore AI-Powered Teaching Strategies in May Workshop
College of Business Faculty Explore AI-Powered Teaching Strategies in May Workshop
May 13, 2025
Faculty from CSUMB’s College of Business gathered on May 12, 2025, for a dynamic and highly practical AI workshop focused on integrating ChatGPT and other generative tools into business education. Led by Dr. Leslie Boni, Professor of Finance and Chair of the Business Department, the session offered a thoughtful mix of guided exercises and open discussion to help faculty harness AI in alignment with the college’s unique focus on Responsible Business and the Quintuple Bottom Line (QBL).
The workshop opened with a simple but empowering goal: set up participants to use ChatGPT—even if they never had before. Within the first 30 minutes, faculty walked through their first AI prompt using the Spring 2025 BUS 200 syllabus from Lecturer Georgia Acosta’s course, Personal and Professional Responsibility in Business. The prompt asked ChatGPT to summarize the QBL-related topics and deliverables embedded in the course. Read more.
Cybersecurity Collaboration Sparks Student Interest and Intercampus Connection
Cybersecurity Collaboration Sparks Student Interest and Intercampus Connection
April 28, 2025
The College of Business recently hosted an exciting cross-campus event that opened the door to new opportunities in cybersecurity for CSUMB students. The session, centered on the upcoming Global Cyber Challenge, brought together students, faculty, and collaborators from across the university and beyond to learn about this prestigious competition and how to get involved.
Jake Lopata from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies (MIIS) joined students on campus to share key details about the Global Cyber Challenge, which invites teams from around the world to engage in real-world cybersecurity problem-solving. With enthusiasm and clarity, Lopata walked students through the competition structure, answered questions, and inspired many to consider participating. Read more.
CSUMB and Naval Postgraduate School Forge Strategic Education Partnership
CSUMB and Naval Postgraduate School Forge Strategic Education Partnership
May 12, 2025
In a significant step toward expanding opportunities for academic innovation and career development, California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) has signed a five-year Education Partnership Agreement (EPA) with the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS). The agreement, finalized in January 2025 and effective immediately, sets the stage for enhanced collaboration between two of the Monterey Bay region’s most prominent institutions.
Signed by CSUMB President Vanya Quiñones and NPS President Vice Admiral (Ret.) Ann E. Rondeau, the agreement recognizes the critical role science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education plays in the United States’ long-term viability and competitiveness. It also aims to connect CSUMB students and faculty with NPS’s world-class research facilities, technology, and expertise.
“This partnership is a model for how universities and federal institutions can come together to strengthen both education and national innovation,” said Dr. Marylou Shockley, Interim Dean of the College of Business. “It’s about giving our students direct access to real-world research environments and career pathways they might not otherwise experience.” Read more.
DART and CSUMB awarded $2 million James Irvine grant to advance equitable aviation and drone workforce training on the Central Coast
DART and CSUMB awarded $2 million James Irvine grant to advance equitable aviation and drone workforce training on the Central Coast
April 28, 2025
The James Irvine Foundation has awarded a two-year, $2 million grant to the Monterey Bay Drone, Automation, and Robotics Technology (DART) Initiative to expand equitable access to high-quality jobs in aviation and drone technology.
Over the next two years, the grant will fund pilot training programs for Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMT) and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operators, helping to address workforce shortages while fostering diversity and inclusion in the rapidly growing Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector. Read more.
Dr. Babita Gupta Delivers Course on Blockchain Technology to Senior Executives, Faculty, and Students Across India
Dr. Babita Gupta Delivers Course on Blockchain Technology to Senior Executives, Faculty, and Students Across India
March 27, 2025
Dr. Babita Gupta, a leader in data analytics and information systems education and research, was recently invited to conduct a one-week innovative course titled "Blockchain for Secured Organizations," funded by the Global Initiative of Academic Networks (GIAN), Government of India. Held from January 8–13, 2025, the course was delivered both in person and via live stream, engaging faculty, senior executives, administrators, students, and NGO representatives from across India.
The program offered a deep dive into blockchain fundamentals, security challenges, and practical applications such as supply chain management, fraud prevention, and intellectual property protection.
Key discussions explored scalability, privacy concerns, and regulatory compliance, equipping participants with the knowledge to assess and implement blockchain solutions effectively. Interactive case studies and hands-on exercises provided deeper insights into blockchain’s security features, integration strategies, and adoption challenges. Read more.
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