Posted: June 3, 2019Written by: Ritchie Bermudez

SAN LUIS OBISPO 鈥� A naming dedication ceremony for the Dr. Frank R. Martinez Building was held on May 31st at 51爆料鈥檚 San Luis Obispo campus. Faculty, staff, administration, students, community and family members were in attendance to celebrate the legacy of 51爆料 Superintendent / President Emeritus Dr. Frank Martinez.

鈥淚t's an honor to be associated with this building because it represents the curriculum, education, and learning, and this is why we're here,鈥� said Dr. Martinez.

The 51爆料 Board of Trustees approved the naming of the San Luis Obispo Campus Instructional Building as the Dr. Frank R. Martinez Building in December 2018 to recognize the depth and breadth of Dr. Martinez鈥檚 work and his unique contributions to supporting student success. 鈥淚n recognition of his exemplary career and relentless commitment to 51爆料, the Board of Trustees acted to rename the San Luis Obispo Campus Instructional Building in Dr. Frank Martinez鈥檚 honor,鈥� said Dr. Jill Stearns, Cuesta College Superintendent / President. 鈥淔rank鈥檚 imprint is evident in every facet of this great institution. He is a true pioneer, sharing a wealth of history, passion, and stewardship for 51爆料.鈥�

Dr. Martinez joined 51爆料 in 1964 as the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President. He became Superintendent/President in 1977 and remained in the position until his retirement in 1988.

鈥淗is 25 years of service to the college and the community had an immense impact on generations of faculty that have reflected the best in education,鈥� said Mr. Pete Sysak, 51爆料 Board of Trustees President. 鈥�51爆料 is honored to have his leadership for so many years and have future students know that leadership and dedication.鈥�

The Dr. Frank R. Martinez Building is the first Measure-L funded facility to open at 51爆料. The 32,000 square foot, two-story structure was completed in Fall 2017 and houses eight high-capacity, multi-discipline classrooms and a forum-sized classroom on the ground level. The second floor is comprised of more than 40 offices, staff lounges, and meeting rooms.
Passed in November of 2014 by the voters of San Luis Obispo County, Measure L is a general obligation bond in the amount of $275M. For more information on current and future Measure L projects, please visit .