The Chancellor is the chief executive officer of the California State University system, responsible for overseeing the overall administration and operation of the 23 CSU campuses. The Chancellor works with campus Presidents and other officials to implement system-wide policies and initiatives.
The primary mission of the CSU system is to offer accessible, high-quality education to students at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The CSU system aims to provide affordable education and ensure that students receive a comprehensive learning experience.
The California State University system was originally established as the California State University and Colleges. It was later renamed to the California State University system to better reflect its role and mission as a public higher education system.
The CSU system is governed by a Board of Trustees, which provides oversight and policy direction for the system. The Board of Trustees appoints the Chancellor, who manages the system and works with individual campus Presidents to ensure alignment with system-wide policies and objectives.
The California State University system comprises 23 campuses spread throughout California. Each campus offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs and contributes to the diverse educational landscape of the CSU system.
