Latino enrollment at CSU campuses has almost doubled. But the system's 22 campuses are already short of space. Even the best projection shows that 58,000 of the new students will not be accommodated in 2010. As for quality, the CSU system is losing its edge. For too many years, decision makers have asked what is the least they can do.
Action is imperative.
We must seize this chance to educate an entire generation of Californians who show the greatest initiative. The state budget battle has just begun. The damage the system has suffered from years of leadership inaction must be repaired and a renewed commitment made to excellence. The Governor and legislative leaders must hear from all of us who care and know that the future of California will be determined by what we do today. Our state's prosperity depends on an educated technical and managerial workforce.