Excellence Model

Multicultural Discovery Enterprise

• Attained Carnegie R1 designation in 10 years
• Pioneering Hispanic Serving Institution
• Excels in faculty talent acquisition and diversification through cluster hiring
• More than 50% of undergraduates involved in faculty-led research

Urban Serving

• Clearly stated enrollment mission to serve the local area
• Large first-generation student population, most from in-state

Exceptional Student Experience

• Partnered with high schools, community colleges, and Cal State to identify barriers to post-secondary participation
• Involved faculty in their learning communities, Academic Resource Center, early warning systems and probation
• Offers specific programming for students in certain ethnic groups
• Pursing initiatives to increase experiential learning

Ranking and Recognitions

• #124 in National Universities (U.S. News)
• #15 on the Social Mobility Index (CollegeNET/Payscale)
• Member of the University Innovation Alliance

 
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