The Athletics program at Cal State Monterey Bay strives to make a meaningful contribution throughout surrounding communities and the entire region. When our student-athletes are not competing or pursuing their academic goals, they often can be found sharing their love and knowledge of their respective sports and participating in positive events and activities on and off campus.
CSUMB student-athletes volunteer and serve others in a variety of ways. From visiting and aiding those who are less fortunate to conducting clinics and signing autographs, they strive to make a difference with their efforts and their enthusiasm.
This commitment is part of the university's larger mission of service and community engagement. In its most recent survey for the 2008-09 academic year, CSUMB reported that its students provided nearly 57,910 service hours to groups and individuals in the tri-county area. Nearly 2,000 members of the campus community participated in outreach programs.
Whether talking to elementary school students about the importance of education or helping at a local food bank, Otter student-athletes take pride in serving others.
These are some of the organizations they have assisted, along with photos from the events:
Otter Softball Strives To Make Difference In Community - December 10, 2009
Despite a full class schedule and eight hours of workouts and/or individual practice a week, the Cal State Monterey Bay softball team has been making a difference in the community this fall semester.
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Men's Basketball Free Clinic - November 29, 2009
Two hour free clinic for boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 12
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Gatorade Pong Competition - November 4, 2009
Hosted By Student Athletic Advisory Community (SAAC)
All proceeds donated to Make A Wish Campaign
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Cleaning Up Fort Ord - October 24, 2009
Participating Teams: Baseball, Men's Basketball, Women's Soccer, Women's Water Polo
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Women's Basketball Volunteers At Monterey County Food Bank - Sept. 25, 2009
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Baseball Spends Spring Break With Local Youth - March 28, 2009
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Men's Basketball Takes Anti-Drug Message To Marshall Elementary - October 28, 2008
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Women's Basketball Participates In "Read For The Record" Campaign - October 2, 2008
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Softball Visits Salinas Middle School - December 15, 2007
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