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Office of Community and Economic Development

Office of Community and Economic Development

OCED connects Fresno State to the community throughout the eight counties of the San Joaquin Valley.

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OCED Update

Fresno State’s Office of Community and Economic Development (OCED) is proud of its 23-year history of serving the communities in Central California with programs aligned with economic development strategies that maximize regional impact and improve lives by promoting equity, education, and development opportunities. OCED is undergoing a reorganization, and the university has assigned the leadership and operational management of OCED to the Division of Continuing and Global Education. We anticipate that this transition will be completed by the end of this fiscal year (June 2024), which aims to strengthen the support and outreach to our local communities.

Please be advised that OCED services continue, including programs associated with the Women’s Entrepreneur Center and Parent University. OCED also continues to offer services and programs focused on rural business development, digital literacy, and financial literacy (among many others).

Barbara Foster is the Acting Executive Director of the Office of Community and Economic Development. If you have questions or need assistance, you can email her at bfoster@csufresno.edu.

Community and Economic Development at Fresno State

The Office of Community and Economic Development at Fresno State serves as a bridge, linking the University to the diverse communities across the eight counties of the San Joaquin Valley. We facilitate a vital connection, providing the community access to Fresno State's extensive resources. Our efforts include offering valuable data, conducting impactful research, providing industry insights, and fostering connections to collaborators, investors, researchers, affiliates, and emerging markets.

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