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www.fresnostate.edu California State University, Fresno 2015-2016 CATALOG | 73
CSU Historical Milestones
The individual California State Colleges was established as a system with a Board of Trustees and a Chancellor in 1960 by
the Donahoe Higher Education Act. In 1972, the system was designated as the California State University and Colleges, and
in 1982 the system became the California State University (CSU). Today, the CSU is comprised of 23 campuses, including
comprehensive and polytechnic universities and, since July 1995, the California Maritime Academy, a specialized campus.
The oldest campus—San José State University—was founded in 1857 and became the first institution of public higher
education in California. The newest-CSU Channel Islands-opened in fall 2002, with freshmen arriving in fall 2003.
In 1963, the State Academic Senate was established to act as the official voice of CSU faculty in systemwide matters. Also, the
California State College Student Presidents Association-which was later renamed the California State Students Association-was
founded to represent each campus student association on issues affecting students.
Through its many decades of existence, the CSU has continued to adapt to address societal changes, student needs and
workforce trends. While the CSU's core mission has always focused on providing high-quality, affordable bachelor's and
master's degree programs, over time the university has added a wide range of services and programs to support student
success – from adding health centers and special programs for veterans to building student residential facilities to provide a
comprehensive educational experience.
To improve degree completion and accommodate students working full- or part-time, the educational paradigm expanded to
give students the ability to complete upper-division and graduate requirements through part-time, late afternoon, and evening
study. The university also expanded its programs to include a variety of teaching and school service credential programs,
specially designed for working professionals.
The CSU marked another significant educational milestone when it broadened its degree offerings to include doctoral degrees.
The CSU independently offers educational doctorate (Ed.D.), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Doctor of Nursing
Practice (DNP) degree programs. A limited number of other doctoral degrees are offered jointly with the University of
California and private institutions in California.
In 2010, in an effort to accommodate community college transfer students, the university, in concert with the California
Community Colleges, launched the Associate Degree for Transfer, which guarantees transfer students admission to the CSU
with junior status.
Always adapting to changes in technology and societal trends to support student learning and degree completion, the CSU
initiated another milestone in 2013, when it launched Cal State Online, a systemwide collection of services that support the
delivery of fully online programs from campuses. Now, full-time students also have access to fully online courses offered at
other CSU campuses.
By providing an accessible, hands-on education that prepares graduates for career success, the CSU has created a network of
alumni that is so extensive and renowned that it spans across the globe. In 2014-15, the CSU will exceed three million alumni,
which includes graduates from all CSU campuses as well as the Class of 2015.
The CSU strives to continually developing innovative programs, services and opportunities that will give students the tools
they need to meet their full potential. With 23 campuses, 450,000 students and 45,000 faculty and staff, the CSU is committed
to providing a quality higher education that prepare students to become leaders in the changing workforce.
The CSU is dynamic and ever changing to ensure a quality higher education to the students of California. With 23 campuses,
437,000 students and 44,000 faculty and staff, the CSU plays a critical role in preparing outstanding candidates for the job
market. The CSU is committed to continually developing innovative programs, services and opportunities that will give
students the tools they need to meet their full potential.
Trustees Of The California State University
Ex Officio Trustees
The Honorable Edmund G. Brown, Jr.
Governor of California
The Honorable Gavin Newsom
Lieutenant Governor of California
The Honorable Toni G. Atkins
Speaker of the Assembly
The Honorable Tom Torlakson
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Object Description
| Title | 2015-16 General Catalog |
| Creator | California State University, Fresno |
| Format | PDF Document |
| Date of publication | 2015 |
| Subjects | California State University, Fresno. Curricula. Catalogs |
| Object type | Document |
| Location | Fresno, California |
| Language | eng |
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| Full Text Search | www.fresnostate.edu California State University, Fresno 2015-2016 CATALOG | 73 CSU Historical Milestones The individual California State Colleges was established as a system with a Board of Trustees and a Chancellor in 1960 by the Donahoe Higher Education Act. In 1972, the system was designated as the California State University and Colleges, and in 1982 the system became the California State University (CSU). Today, the CSU is comprised of 23 campuses, including comprehensive and polytechnic universities and, since July 1995, the California Maritime Academy, a specialized campus. The oldest campus—San José State University—was founded in 1857 and became the first institution of public higher education in California. The newest-CSU Channel Islands-opened in fall 2002, with freshmen arriving in fall 2003. In 1963, the State Academic Senate was established to act as the official voice of CSU faculty in systemwide matters. Also, the California State College Student Presidents Association-which was later renamed the California State Students Association-was founded to represent each campus student association on issues affecting students. Through its many decades of existence, the CSU has continued to adapt to address societal changes, student needs and workforce trends. While the CSU's core mission has always focused on providing high-quality, affordable bachelor's and master's degree programs, over time the university has added a wide range of services and programs to support student success – from adding health centers and special programs for veterans to building student residential facilities to provide a comprehensive educational experience. To improve degree completion and accommodate students working full- or part-time, the educational paradigm expanded to give students the ability to complete upper-division and graduate requirements through part-time, late afternoon, and evening study. The university also expanded its programs to include a variety of teaching and school service credential programs, specially designed for working professionals. The CSU marked another significant educational milestone when it broadened its degree offerings to include doctoral degrees. The CSU independently offers educational doctorate (Ed.D.), Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree programs. A limited number of other doctoral degrees are offered jointly with the University of California and private institutions in California. In 2010, in an effort to accommodate community college transfer students, the university, in concert with the California Community Colleges, launched the Associate Degree for Transfer, which guarantees transfer students admission to the CSU with junior status. Always adapting to changes in technology and societal trends to support student learning and degree completion, the CSU initiated another milestone in 2013, when it launched Cal State Online, a systemwide collection of services that support the delivery of fully online programs from campuses. Now, full-time students also have access to fully online courses offered at other CSU campuses. By providing an accessible, hands-on education that prepares graduates for career success, the CSU has created a network of alumni that is so extensive and renowned that it spans across the globe. In 2014-15, the CSU will exceed three million alumni, which includes graduates from all CSU campuses as well as the Class of 2015. The CSU strives to continually developing innovative programs, services and opportunities that will give students the tools they need to meet their full potential. With 23 campuses, 450,000 students and 45,000 faculty and staff, the CSU is committed to providing a quality higher education that prepare students to become leaders in the changing workforce. The CSU is dynamic and ever changing to ensure a quality higher education to the students of California. With 23 campuses, 437,000 students and 44,000 faculty and staff, the CSU plays a critical role in preparing outstanding candidates for the job market. The CSU is committed to continually developing innovative programs, services and opportunities that will give students the tools they need to meet their full potential. Trustees Of The California State University Ex Officio Trustees The Honorable Edmund G. Brown, Jr. Governor of California The Honorable Gavin Newsom Lieutenant Governor of California The Honorable Toni G. Atkins Speaker of the Assembly The Honorable Tom Torlakson State Superintendent of Public Instruction |
