Cal State LA student at the campus library

THE CAMPAIGN

Cal State LA is committed to transforming lives through inclusion, education and opportunity. Cal State LA is a place where innovation and creativity thrive while intellect expands. A premier public university in vibrant and diverse Los Angeles, Cal State LA will continue to propel its students to greater prosperity.
The goal of the campaign is to raise $75 million.

#1

In the Nation for Upward Mobility

Donors

Raised

Cal State LA President William A. Covino

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

The Campaign for Cal State LA is a defining moment in the history of the university. The success of our alumni is a clear indication of the quality of our colleges and academic programs. This campaign will support academic distinction that is paramount to the university. The pillars of our strategic plan will be supported by the campaign, and through our welcoming and inclusive campus we will continue to deliver and support student success.

The Campaign for Cal State LA will also support athletics, the arts, and the co-curricular activities that make this university #1 in the United States for upward mobility. Thank you to our alumni and friends who inspire the success of the university.

“We Are LA”

William A. Covino

President, Cal State LA

STRATEGIC PILLARS

Academic Distinction

Provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs and investment in faculty who are uniquely committed to educating a diverse student body

Engagement, Service, & the Public Good

Graduate civic-minded students equipped for and committed to engagement, service, and the public good

Student Success

Create a positive, holistic student experience with a clear and timely path to a high-quality degree

Welcoming & Inclusive Campus

Nurture a welcoming and inclusive campus where students, faculty, and staff thrive and community is honored and cultivated

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

The Campaign for Cal State LA is a defining moment in the history of the university. The success of our alumni is a clear indication of the quality of our colleges and academic programs. This campaign will support academic distinction that is paramount to the university. The pillars of our strategic plan will be supported by the campaign, and through our welcoming and inclusive campus we will continue to deliver and support student success.

The Campaign for Cal State LA will also support athletics, the arts, and the co-curricular activities that make this university number one in the United States for the upward mobility of its students.

“We Are LA”

William A. Covino

President, Cal State LA

STRATEGIC PILLARS

Academic Distinction

Provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs and investment in faculty who are uniquely committed to educating a diverse student body

Engagement, Service, & the Public Good

Graduate civic-minded students equipped for and committed to engagement, service, and the public good

Student Success

Create a positive, holistic student experience with a clear and timely path to a high-quality degree

Welcoming & Inclusive Campus

Nurture a welcoming and inclusive campus where students, faculty, and staff thrive and community is honored and cultivated

CAMPAIGN CHAIRS

Capri Maddox

’91, B.S., Criminal Justice , ‘95, M.S., Public Administration

“The Campaign for Cal State LA will enable this outstanding university to continue student success that will propel students into careers that will contribute to our ranking of #1 in the country for upward mobility. I hope you will join me, as a proud alumna and donor, as we support the university to continue the impact of engagement, service, and the public good that Cal State LA has on our community.”

Richard Cordova

’72, B.S., Business Administration – Marketing & Transportation

“The Campaign for Cal State LA is inspiring the community to support academic distinction and a welcoming and inclusive campus. We have generations of alumni that reflect the outstanding attributes of the university and I look forward to having you join me in supporting the campaign.”

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

As our campaign moves forward, we acknowledge faculty and staff who have given back to support the university’s students and mission of engagement, service, and the public good.

Gail Washington, Aimee Lim and Alex Harwood all work at Cal State LA. In the stories below, they share why they have chosen to support the university.