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Chancellor Highlights

​​Chancellor Mildred García is constantly on the move, attending speaking engagements, events and meetings that help elevate the profile of the CSU in California and across the ​​​nation​. Keep up with her busy schedule and check out some of the recent highlights​​.​

At an “Advancing Economic Mobility” convening on December 15, 2024, Chancellor García gave an interview for the Aspen Institute’s Women Trailblazers series coming out in March 2025.  

At an “Advancing Economic Mobility” convening on December 15, 2024, Chancellor García gave an interview for the Aspen Institute’s Women Trailblazers series coming out in March 2025.

Chancellor García served as a plenary speaker at the 2024 AASCU Annual Conference for Presidents and Chancellors, held in Puerto Rico November 16-19, 2024.  

Chancellor García served as a plenary speaker at the 2024 AASCU Annual Conference for Presidents and Chancellors, held in Puerto Rico November 16-19, 2024.

To coordinate on supporting transfer students, Chancellor García joined California Community Colleges Chancellor Sonya Christian and University of California President Michael Drake at the inaugural Strategic Transfer Summit held at UC Merced on November 8, 2024  

To coordinate on supporting transfer students, Chancellor García joined CCC Chancellor Sonya Christian ​and UC President Michael Drake at the inaugural Strategic Transfer Summit held at UC Merced on November 8, 2024.

“Building for Equity” was the theme of the CSU’s 2024 Graduation Initiative Symposium held in Los Angeles October 28-30, at which Chancellor García participated.  

“Building for Equity” was the theme of the CSU’s 2024 Graduation Initiative Symposium held in Los Angeles October 28-30, at which Chancellor García participated.

Chancellor García joined President Biden and others at the White House on October 29, 2024, for the ceremonial signing of an executive order that will strengthen the capacity of Hispanic-Serving Institutions to provide a high-quality education.  

Chancellor García joined President Biden and others at the White House on October 29, 2024, for the ceremonial signing of an executive order that will strengthen the capacity of Hispanic-Serving Institutions to provide a high-quality education.

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, Chancellor García and HHS Assistant Secretary for Administration Cheryl R. Campbell signed an MOU on October 22, 2024, to collaborate on channeling students to work in federal health roles.  

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, Chancellor García and HHS Assistant Secretary for Administration Cheryl R. Campbell signed an MOU on October 22, 2024, to collaborate on channeling students to work in federal health roles.

At Cal Poly Humboldt for the presidential search open forum on October 10, 2024, Chancellor García visited with students and alumni including Dakota (left) and José Juan (right).  

At Cal Poly Humboldt for the presidential search open forum on October 10, 2024, Chancellor García visited with students and alumni including Dakota (left) and José Juan (right).

At the inaugural Chavez Huerta Leadership Conference hosted by CSU Bakersfield on October 3, 2024, Chancellor García was honored with a Trailblazer Award. García is the first Latina to lead any four-year university system in the nation.  

At CSU Bakersfield's inaugural Chavez Huerta Leadership Conference on October 3, 2024, Chancellor García was honored with a Trailblazer Award. García is the first Latina to lead any four-year university system in the nation.

Chancellor García lauded Cal State LA alumna Billie Jean King during a ceremony to unveil a statue on the campus in King’s honor held on October 2, 2024, calling her “a true hero, a champion and forever a Golden Eagle.”  

Chancellor García lauded Cal State LA alumna Billie Jean King during a ceremony to unveil a statue on the campus in King’s honor held on October 2, 2024, calling her “a true hero, a champion and forever a Golden Eagle.”

Chancellor García spoke at a California Native American Day event  

Chancellor García spoke at a California Native American Day event in the state capitol on September 27, 2024.

“In New Delhi, India for the International Career & College Counseling (IC3) Conference August 28-29, 2024, Chancellor García met with U.S. Ambassador Erik Garcetti to discuss the CSU’s vision for internationalization.  

In India for a conference on international education (IC3) August 28-29, 2024, Chancellor García met with U.S. Ambassador Eric Garcetti to discuss expanding opportunities for students.

“Sac State is exemplifying what we can do across the CSU,” Chancellor García said during a celebration of the inaugural class of Sacramento State’s Black Honors College August 8, 2024.  

“Sac State is exemplifying what we can do across the CSU,” Chancellor García said during a celebration of the inaugural class of Sacramento State’s Black Honors College August 8, 2024.

Chancellor García poses with Cal Maritime cadets during a special tour of the university’s Training Ship Golden Bear (TSGB) when it docked in San Pedro July 30, 2024.  

Chancellor García poses with Cal Maritime cadets during a special tour of the university’s Training Ship Golden Bear (TSGB) when it docked in San Pedro July 30, 2024.

Ahoy there! Chancellor García takes the captain’s chair during a visit aboard the TSGB alongside Capt. Samar Bannister, the ship’s first female captain appointed in Sep. 2022.  

Ahoy there! Chancellor García takes the captain’s chair during a visit aboard the TSGB alongside Capt. Samar Bannister, the ship’s first female captain appointed in September 2022.

Chancellor García attended the CSU’s biennial Juneteenth Symposium June 13-14, 2024, during which she highlighted the progress made to elevate Black student success and the work still to be done.  

Chancellor García attended the CSU’s Juneteenth Symposium June 13-14, 2024, which highlighted the progress made to elevate Black student success and the work still to be done.

Chancellor García and California State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant signed a memorandum of understanding between the CSU and CAL FIRE at the Chancellor’s Office May 17, 2024.  

Chancellor García and California State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant signed a memorandum of understanding between the CSU and CAL FIRE at the Chancellor’s Office May 17, 2024.

On April 30, 2024, Chancellor García met with Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh in Sacramento to discuss the CSU’s priorities and how each of the 23 universities can support the state’s workforce.  

On April 30, 2024, Chancellor García met with Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh in Sacramento to discuss CSU’s priorities and how each of the 23 universities can support the state’s workforce.

Chancellor García attended a CSU Alumni and Congressional Community event in Washington, D.C. April 10, 2024, with about 300 CSU alumni and leaders and congressional members.  

Chancellor García attended a CSU Alumni and Congressional Community event in Washington, D.C. April 10, 2024, with about 300 CSU alumni and leaders and congressional members.

While in Washington D.C. for CSU Hill Day, Chancellor García attended a lunch April 10, 2024, with members of the California Democratic Party.  

While in Washington, D.C. for CSU Hill Day, Chancellor García attended a lunch April 10, 2024, with members of the California congressional delegation.

As part of CSU Hill Day events, university leaders met with federal legislators including U.S. Representative Ted Lieu April 9-11, 2024, to seek more support for college students.  

As part of CSU Hill Day events, university leaders met with federal legislators including U.S. Representative Ted Lieu April 9-11, 2024, to seek more support for college students.

Help them believe, then show them the road to get there.” — Chancellor García discussed with Chronicle reporters how colleges should provide a clear path to college, especially for underrepresented groups.  

"Help them believe, then show them the road to get there.” — Chancellor García discussed with Chronicle of Higher Education reporters how colleges should provide a clear path to college, especially for underrepresented groups.

In a special livestreamed event at CSU Channel Islands, Chancellor Mildred García and Board of Trustees Chair Wenda Fong shared their leadership journeys with students.  

In a special livestreamed event at CSU Channel Islands April 2, 2024, Chancellor García and Board of Trustees Chair Wenda Fong shared their leadership journeys with students.

The California Legislative Women’s Caucus honored Chancellor García as a HERstory Maker during Women’s History Month commemorations on the floors of the Assembly and Senate March 12.  

The California Legislative Women’s Caucus honored Chancellor García as a HERstory Maker during Women’s History Month commemorations on the Assembly and Senate floors March 12, 2024.

Recognizing her unwavering support for the university, Chancellor Mildred García honored California State Senator Toni Atkins with the CSU Champion Award March 14, 2024.  

Recognizing her unwavering support for the university, Chancellor García honored California State Senator Toni Atkins with the CSU Champion Award March 14, 2024.

Chancellor Mildred García spoke at the services at Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood, California for CSU Super Sunday February 25, 2024.  

Chancellor García spoke at the services at Faithful Central Bible Church in Inglewood, California for CSU Super Sunday February 25, 2024.

Chancellor Mildred García attended the investiture of San José State’s first Latina President Cynthia Teniente-Matson  

Chancellor García invested San José State’s first Latina president, Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, on February 22, 2024, and celebrated with fellow CSU leaders.

In Sacramento, California for CSU Advocacy Day February 21, 2024, Chancellor Mildred García and CSU leadership met with state legislators like Speaker of the Assembly Robert Rivas.  

In Sacramento, California for CSU Advocacy Day February 21, 2024, Chancellor García and CSU leadership met with state legislators like Speaker of the Assembly Robert Rivas.

“Say cheese!” CSU Chancellor Mildred García attended a CSU alumni reception in Sacramento, California February 20, 2024.  

“Say cheese!” CSU Chancellor García attended a CSU alumni reception in Sacramento, California February 20, 2024.

Chancellor García participated in a panel discussion on the importance of higher education hosted by The Campaign for College Op  

Chancellor García presented at the 2024 Higher Education Climate Leadership Summit hosted by Second Nature on February 11-12, 2024.

Chancellor García takes the helm at the January 2024 meeting of the CSU Board of Trustees.  

Chancellor García takes the helm at the January 2024 meeting of the CSU Board of Trustees.

Chancellor García participated in a panel discussion on the importance of higher education hosted by The Campaign for College Op  

Chancellor García participated in a panel discussion on the importance of higher education hosted by The Campaign for College Opportunity in January 2024.

Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson held a welcome reception for Chancellor García in December 2023. 

Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson held a welcome reception for Chancellor García in December 2023.

Chancellor García received a Puerto Rican Heritage Award from Comité Noviembre in November 2023.  

Chancellor García received a Puerto Rican Heritage Award from Comité Noviembre in November 2023.

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