California State University Donations Hit Record High Figures

A water resources department at CSU San Bernardino is one example of where the community needs a workforce that understands how to conserve water. Studies on water conservation help students who will join the farming workforce in the area.

"As the university system becomes more aware of its role in the state's economy, state universities are a ray of hope for students that want to come back to school to get additional skills for better jobs," Fallis said.