Campus Impact of Facility Dog

Connection. Belonging. Well-Being.

Frank's impact at CSUSM goes beyond providing a moment of comfort. As an embedded Facility Dog, Frank creates opportunities for connection in the places students already learn, gather, seek support, and build community.

Through recurring campus programming, academic experiences, wellness initiatives, special events, and partnerships across the university, Frank helps create welcoming spaces where students can pause, connect, engage, and feel that they belong.

Frank's Impact at a Glance

More Than a Visit

Unlike programs centered primarily around occasional therapy-dog visits, Frank is intentionally integrated into the CSUSM community. His ongoing presence allows him to build familiarity, strengthen relationships, and connect students with people, programs, and resources across campus.

Sometimes that connection begins with something incredibly simple - a student stops to see Frank. They may stay to talk. Meet someone new. Discover a resource. Take a mindful pause. Or simply feel a little more connected to their campus.

Frank Across CSUSM

Frank's collaborations span the campus community, including mindfulness and wellness programming, Veterans services, the Cougar Care Network, Cougar Athletics, the Kellogg Library, academic courses, student organizations, residence life, campus events, and other university partners. The goal isn't simply to bring Frank to students - it's to use the connection he creates to help bring the campus community together.