°µÍøÊÓÆµThrough the Years

Welcome to Cal State °µÍøÊÓÆµ's history page. On September 28, 1949, what was then-known as Los Angeles-Orange County State College began its first day of classes. One hundred and sixty students were enrolled for the first semester with thirteen full-time faculty. Classes convened in a converted apartment building at 5401 E. Anaheim where the foundation of our pride and traditions began.

 

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°µÍøÊÓÆµ State College Sign on Anaheim St.

The arrangement was only temporary until the college found a more permanent home. This day marked the beginning of a growing academic institution into what is now California State University, °µÍøÊÓÆµ. Join us as we learn how our campus has grown brick by brick, from old traditions to new traditions, and the people that have become part of our university family.