About us
Our mission is to serve the needs of our staff by providing training, resources, and a space to foster education, community-building, and a sense of belonging.
Connect
Staff Interest Groups
Connect with other staff in these community interest groups. Want to start your own interest group? Email us at [email protected] to get started.
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CSUF Magic: The Gathering Staff Club
- Come join the CSUF Magic: The Gathering Staff Club! This will be a safe, inclusive space to play Commander, talk about cards, organize collections, and build community with fellow MTG fans. All individuals are welcome—no matter your experience level. Just bring your favorite deck to have some fun! Rule Zero conversations will be had before each game to ensure everyone has a fun and fair experience. Please fill out our community form to learn more!
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Step-Parents Community Group
- Are you a step-parent working at Cal State Fullerton? Join our new community group dedicated to supporting and connecting Titan step-parents! Come and share experiences, exchange advice, and build meaningful relationships with fellow step-parents who understand the unique joys and challenges of blended families. Folks are encouraged to fill out the CSUF Staff Stepparents Community Group interest form as this group is developed!
Donuts with the SDC
Staff are invited to connect with other staff at the monthly Donuts with the SDC events. Get to know colleagues over donuts and coffee while learning about SDC programs. Dates can be found on our events calendar and monthly SDC Source newlsetter.
Spring 2026 dates
- Wednesday, February 11
- Friday, March 13
- Wednesday, April 22
Connect & Craft: Building Staff Community Through Creativity
“Connect & Craft” is a monthly SDC series designed to give staff space to pause, create, and recharge. Each session offers a simple hands-on craft activity and an opportunity to connect with colleagues in a relaxed, welcoming environment. No experience needed—just come as you are. This is a drop-in space - staff are welcome to arrive and leave as their schedule permits.
Spring 2026 dates and activities
- Wednesday, March 11 - Mindful Coloring
- Wednesday, April 29 - Jigsaw puzzles and friendship bracelets
- Friday, May 15 - Collages
Grow
Visit the Grow page for staff personal and professional development resources and programs.
- Boost: A Lunchtime Professional Development Series
- Career exploration resources
- Cross-Campus Collaboration
- CSU's Got Talent
- Ignite: Professional Development Game for Staff
- Money Matters: A Financial Wellness Program in collaboration with U.S. Bank
- StaffCon
Nominate
Does a staff member have an amazing impact on your team, project, or daily interactions? Is there a staff who goes above and beyond to make sure students and/or colleagues are successful?
Staff are a crucial part of CSUF’s daily mission, vision, and goal achievement. The Staff Development Center Advisory Board has been hard at work to create a process to recognize the many contributions of staff members on campus.
We are excited to announce the new CSUF Staff Recognition Form!
CSUF students, faculty, managers, and staff can recognize staff using this form. Nominations will be shared with the nominated staff member, as well as the option to publish in the SDC’s monthly newsletter.
Visit the Nominate page to view recognized staff
Subscribe
The Staff Development Center's (SDC) monthly newsletter, The SDC Source, is sent to all staff via Outlook. Non-staff may receive the newsletter by subscribing at the link below.
Reserve
The Staff Development Center training room is available to reserve. The SDC will prioritize requests for staff meetings and sessions in this space (max. 20 people).
The training room has:
- Zoom Room / sharing technology
- Projector and screen
- 20 modular desks with wheels
- 6 foot table in the back
- mobile dry erase board
- Keurig coffee maker
- Snacks
- Microwave
You may provide food for attendees, but it is your responsibility to remove all trash at the conclusion of your room reservation.
Once we receive your request, please allow us 3 to 5 business days to review it. Please contact [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
