Welcome to the College of Natural and Social Sciences
The College of Natural and Social Sciences is one of the largest college at Cal State LA, offering a wide range of programs in the sciences, social sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinary fields. NSS supports student achievement, faculty excellence, and research that serves the public good.
Leadership Announcement
Interim Dean Appointment for the College of Natural and Social Sciences
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Stephen M. Trzaskoma has been appointed Interim Dean of the College of Natural and Social Sciences, effective June 9, 2025.
Student Support
NSS Degree Programs
The College of Natural and Social Sciences provides innovative degree programs leading to baccalaureate and master's degrees in an environment that encourages intentional learning and collaborative research.
NSS Advising
Need help with degree planning and progression, graduation check, exploring or declaring a major, or other academic concerns? The NSS Advisement Center team is here to help.
College of Natural and Social Sciences News
Cal State LA Dean Stephen Trzaskoma named HACU Leadership Academy Fellow
Stephen M. Trzaskoma, dean of the College of Arts and Letters and interim dean of the College of Natural and Social Sciences at Cal State LA, has been selected as a 2025–26 Fellow of the HACU Leadership Academy/La Academia de Liderazgo.
Graduating Cal State LA student aspires to be a forensic scientist after long career as an actor
She was a longtime actor before discovering her love for science. The 46-year-old resident of Glendale will attend the Commencement ceremony for the College of Natural and Social Sciences at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 18, to receive her Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Cal State LA.
Cal State LA joins statewide network to monitor biodiversity and climate impacts
Cal State LA is joining a major statewide initiative to monitor biodiversity and better understand how climate change and urban development are reshaping the ecosystems across California.
Cal State LA students earn top honors at CSU Student Research Competition
Three Cal State LA students received top awards at the 40th Annual California State University (CSU) Student Research Competition, held at San José State University from April 23 to 25, 2026.
Cal State LA Honors College student named 2026 Barry Goldwater Scholar
Cal State LA Hosts 30th Annual Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecture
Cal State LA’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry welcomed students, faculty, and guests to the 30th Annual Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecture on Feb. 13, 2026, honoring the enduring legacy of one of the university’s most influential educators.
Cal State LA Faculty Member Receives Prestigious John B. Phillips Award
Dr. Petr Vozka, a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Cal State LA, has received the John B. Phillips Award, a prestigious honor recognizing emerging leaders in the field of comprehensive two-dimensional gas chromatography (GC×GC).
Alumni Spotlight
Finding His Element: The Journey of Dr. Antonio Tinoco Valencia
Alumnus Dr. Antonio Tinoco Valencia is committed to mentoring the next generation of scientists and hopes his journey from ELAC to Cal State LA to UCLA will inspire students to dream big and persevere.