Based on the interest and enthusiasm at our initial meeting, I'm confident that we will be able to establish a strong organization that will enhance the university community and positively impact the future of our university.
Parents are really a rich, largely untapped resource.
Sakaki appointed Paul DeRuosi, Student Affairs development officer, to serve as chair of the advisory committee, which will meet monthly. The committee includes representatives from several campus offices, as well as parents of currently enrolled students. DeRuosi said more than half of the 23 campuses in the CSU have active parent associations whose goals vary by campus.