CSUN Autodesk Technology Engagement Center Ribbon Cutting

NORTHRIDGE, CA - A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on August 22, 2025 to celebrate the grand opening of the new Autodesk Technology Engagement Center at California State University, Northridge (CSUN). The center will house academic programs for the Andrew J. Anagnost College of Engineering & Computer Science, and the Global Hispanic Serving Institution Equity Innovation Hub. The center focuses on closing equity gaps in STEM degree pathways and inspiring historically underrepresented minorities in STEM to pursue high-demand careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

The 34,000 GSF project is powered by cutting-edge technology to advance collaboration and interdisciplinary design and research, including labs for engineering, prototype creation, pre-manufacture, and iterative design. Flexible space for interdisciplinary teams to collaborate, innovate, and incubate is included. The project also includes a campus and community maker-space as well as student showcase space to inspire student curiosity and creativity.

CSUN President Erika D. Beck and Autodesk President and CEO Andrew Anagnost shared celebratory remarks prior to the ribbon cutting and tour of the center led by CSUN students showcasing 20 STEAM Innovation Activations throughout the center. Autodesk committed $5 million to the University to support the construction of the facility. The project was made possible with a $25 million state allocation from California Gov. Gavin Newsom, as well as significant support from Apple, as part of the company’s Racial Equity and Justice Initiative.

AC Martin Team with Andrew Anagnost, President and CEO of Autodesk