Of the 21.5 million Americans with a substance use disorder in 2014, 2.5 million are addicted to opioids. Dr. Keith Trujillo and his team of student researchers are seeking to better understand the effects of those drugs on adolescent brains.

The CSUSM believes that the arts are essential to the academic, intellectual and cultural climate of a vibrant university campus. The new School of Arts in the College of Humanities, Behavioral and Social Sciences aims to be a regional leader in preparing students for cutting-edge careers in California’s creative economy while also acting as a nexus for the arts in North San Diego County and beyond.The School of Arts is more than just a classroom, it's a community where students begin to express themselves through individual artistic visions.

On Sunday, September 20, Cal State San Marcos announced the launch of its first comprehensive fundraising campaign, Forward Together: The Campaign for California State University San Marcos, an ambitious effort to raise $50 million to support students, community engagement initiatives, research and other programs.Forward Together is designed to build upon the University’s 25-year history of serving the region of Northern San Diego, Southwest Riverside and South Orange Counties. The theme is a tribute to the groundswell of partnerships and community support that initially advocated for the university and has continued to sustain and grow it over the years.

CSUSM graduates celebrate their accomplishments at the 2015 Commencement Ceremonies on campus Saturday and Sunday, May 16-17. #csusm2015. For photos and full ceremony videos: http://news.csusm.edu/commencement-2015-relive-the-celebration/

Campus Recreation at Cal State San Marcos provides a wide range of recreational opportunities for teams and individuals at all levels of ability and interest. From sport clubs and intramural activities to fitness classes and outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone. Branch out and do something you’ve never done before! Whether you are looking for something fun to do this weekend or looking to meet other people and get fit, we have an adventure for you.Discover YOUR Rec @ csusm.edu/rec

See the life and energy of CSUSM captured in a hyper-timelapse on Thursday, April 30. The collection of clips features more than 15 locations around campus, showcasing a day in the life of CSUSM from dawn to dusk and demonstrating what makes Cal State San Marcos such a unique and beautiful place to be.

Whether you tapped into your creative side, met your future roommates, cheered on your home team or were inspired by our renowned professors - one thing is certain... we all look better in Cougar Blue!More than 5,000 future Cougars and community guests experienced Cal State San Marcos up close at Discover CSUSM Day, an all-campus open house on April 11 that featured campus tours, academic lectures and exhibits, a track and field invitational, baseball doubleheader, music, dance and theater performances and more.The free open house is part of the university's year-long 25th anniversary celebration. See the full calendar of upcoming events at www.csusm.edu/25.

Home to a one-of-a-kind program that provides support to former foster youth pursuing their college degree, ACE Scholars Services serves more former foster youth per capita than any other university in the nation and prides itself on its high rate of student retention, which exceeds the national average by 30 points. A newly established center, gifted by supporters Jan and Esther Stearns, gives ACE Scholars a place to call home on campus.

Interactive demonstrations and hands-on science activities including rocket launches, build-a-robot stations, a magic show, animal encounters and scientist chats engaged more than 5,000 attendees on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the annual science festival Super STEM Saturday, held at CSUSM in partnership with The Classical Academies. Free and open to the public, Super STEM Saturday kicked off the weeklong San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering, the largest celebration of innovation and science education in Southern California.

Real Cougars give back. Are you a Cougar? Every Cougar benefits from the philanthropy of CSUSM’s generous supporters, and now it is your chance to play a part in seeing the next generation of students succeed. CSUSM Cougars from all majors and class years are donating to the Student Philanthropy Fund to support student scholarships. If you love CSUSM and want to continue to see it grow, please consider a donation of $20.15 in honor of this year's graduating class. Be a part of our history. Make an impact. Give now. http://csusm.edu/donation