Transforming the Future of Engineering and Technology
Cal State Fullerton’s College of Engineering and Computer Science Innovation Hub is a bold commitment to shaping the future of engineering and computer science in Southern California. As a catalyst for discovery and industry innovation, the collaborative workspace empowers tomorrow’s engineers to solve real-world challenges, fuel economic growth and elevate Orange County as a global technology leader.At the Innovation Hub ideas ignite, partnerships thrive and Titan engineers are made.
Driven By Data
Cal State Fullerton is the largest of the California State University campuses, with nearly 43,000 students. In the last decade the College of Engineering and Computer Science enrollment has expanded with a remarkable 223% increase in the number of degrees awarded in the past decade. As our enrollment grows, we remain focused on fueling the region’s economy.
Statewide, the engineering services industry in California is projected to reach a market size of $51.6 billion by by the end of 2025.
The CSU system produces 45% of the bachelor’s degrees in engineering awarded in California.
Between 2018 and 2023, the technology workforce in the Los Angeles and Orange counties expanded by 13%, making it the fifth largest tech talent workforce in North America.
We’re Engineering Solutions
The ECS Innovation Hub will be a state-of-the-art facility designed to advance current and emerging technologies. This innovative building will feature collaborative spaces that foster creativity, industry partnerships, discoveries and real-world problem-solving. Your support will empower future engineers to lead in the following fields.
GPS/Navigation and Critical Systems Lab
Pioneering autonomous technology
Advanced Computer and Artificial Intelligence
Adaptive technology
Cybersecurity Range and Data Center
Enhancing digital security and data management expertise
Advanced Manufacturing Space
Redefining production processes and materials engineering
Bio and Health Technology Lab
Tackling healthcare challenges with innovative solutions
Drone Experience Lab
Exploring next-generation aerial solutions
Partner with us to make a lasting impact on the next generation of technology leaders.
Key Features
Cutting-Edge Space to Attract the Brightest Talent
A dynamic, inspiring environment designed to support the brightest minds in engineering and computer science. The Innovation Hub will elevate ECS’s reputation, helping us recruit and retain top faculty and students. By attracting in-demand talent, ECS can fuel the region’s economic growth and drive innovation across key industries.
Space to Collaborate and Build Community
Engaged learning cannot be done alone. Students learn better in collaboration with their peers, faculty, industry partners, and alumni — across disciplines. The ECS Innovation Hub will provide what is missing today: physical space to welcome the community in to gather, study, build, and innovate together.
Access to the Latest Technologies and Tools
With philanthropic support, the ECS Innovation Hub will be outfitted with the most advanced technology for learning and research. With firsthand experience, students will be equipped to enter the workforce confidently — and begin generating their own ideas and contributions from day one.
By investing in this hub, we are investing in our students’ futures — giving them the resources they need to succeed in an ever-evolving world.
The Power of an ECS Degree
CSUF's College of Engineering and Computer Science is committed to preparing students with in-demand knowledge and practical skills for successful careers in industry, government or advanced studies. With a focus on emerging technologies, industry collaboration and innovative research, the college prepares an inclusive community of future engineers and computer scientists to lead and solve real-world challenges.
Being part of Women in Computer Science and Engineering (WiCSE) has been one of the most meaningful parts of my college journey. It gave me a community where I felt seen, supported, and inspired. Through WiCSE, I found lifelong friends, mentors who believed in me, and countless opportunities to grow — whether it was through leadership, mentorship, networking, or giving back. It made me more involved on campus and strengthened my passion for computer science, reminding me that I belong in this field.
Lupita Jimenez, fourth-year computer science major
CSUF offers a transformational engineering and computer science degree. ECS graduates gain access to higher salaries, career mobility and financial pathways that might otherwise take years or even generations to achieve. Their success creates a ripple effect, uplifting families, communities and the broader economy.
Partnership Opportunities
The ECS Innovation Hub is made possible through a mix of state and philanthropic funding. Your investment in the ECS Innovation Hub is an investment in the next generation of industry and community leaders.
Your contribution will help us:
Outfit the hub with cutting-edge technology, enhanced spaces and equipment
Expand community access with a public rooftop terrace
Fund new student programs and innovation initiatives
Establish endowments to sustain our long-term impact
