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1 C A L I F O R N I A S T AT E U N I V E R S I T Y, S A C R A M E N T O Sacramento s University. Downtown.

SACRAMENTO STATE IS DEDICATED TO PROMOTING arts and culture, business and entrepreneurship, engineering and science, health care and well-being, public policy and social justice, and more.

Sacramento State is here to be a hub for innovative teaching, learning, and research, and to foster interdisciplinary collaborations to improve the quality of lives in our region.

Sacramento State s downtown location is easily accessible to policymakers and practitioners, and enhances the University s connection with the city and the state.

2 SACRAMENTO STATE IS DEDICATED TO PROMOTING arts and culture, business and entrepreneurship, engineering and science, health care and well-being, public policy and social justice, and more. With the establishment of Sacramento State Downtown at 304 S Street, we have committed the University to making Sacramento even stronger. Sacramento State is here to be a hub for innovative teaching, learning, and research, and to foster interdisciplinary collaborations to improve the quality of lives in our region. We have also delivered on the promise to offer academic programs and courses near the state Capitol. Sacramento State s downtown location is easily accessible to policymakers and practitioners, and enhances the University s connection with the city and the state. It also gives our students and faculty ready access to local and state government. President, Robert S. Nelsen Additionally, we work to help the public, private, and nonprofit sectors address critical regional issues to develop and grow Sacramento s workforce and economy, and cultivate a diverse and culturally rich community. Sacramento State is Sacramento s university. ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS SOCIAL SCIENCES & INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES CONTINUING PROGRAMS, CENTERS & INSTITUTES

For Arts & Letters, Sacramento State Downtown is more than just classes it s a chance to collaborate and establish artistic partnerships in the local community and to showcase the creativity

Sheree Meyer, DEAN, COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF As Sacramento State s home for arts and humanities, the College of Arts & Letters has a second one downtown.

s support of arts and culture for the students and the community at large.

3 For Arts & Letters, Sacramento State Downtown is more than just classes it s a chance to collaborate and establish artistic partnerships in the local community and to showcase the creativity of faculty, students, and staff in the city of Sacramento. Sheree Meyer, DEAN, COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF As Sacramento State s home for arts and humanities, the College of Arts & Letters has a second one downtown. Blocks from the Crocker Art Museum, Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera, Verge Gallery, Beatnik Studios, and other organizations, the downtown location is well situated to enhance the University s support of arts and culture for the students and the community at large. The success of this pairing is clear in the popularity of annual signature events such as U-Nite at the Crocker in the fall and the U-Create street fair in the spring, where students benefit from community collaboration to showcase their talents. The college also strives to support new and underserved audiences, to explore and use new and unique learning approaches for all students, and to provide internship opportunities and knowledge resources for entrepreneurial artists.

The College of Business Administration aspires to be the educational backbone of the Sacramento business

responsible, inclusive business leaders who excel in finance, accounting, management, and entrepreneurship

The downtown location enhances their connections with the community through relevant coursework, immersive

4 The College of Business Administration aspires to be the educational backbone of the Sacramento business community, and an active force in developing leaders who are ready to embrace the social and environmental responsibilities of the 21st century. William Cordeiro, DEAN, COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF The College of Business Administration develops engaged, responsible, inclusive business leaders who excel in finance, accounting, management, and entrepreneurship while enriching their communities. The downtown location enhances their connections with the community through relevant coursework, immersive learning opportunities, networking activities, and other University-hosted events, such as the annual Pitch Competition. The college also aims to offer professionals in the downtown area programs such as the Executive Master s in Business Administration (EMBA), which is structured to provide all the benefits of an MBA education while accommodating existing work schedules, as well as other courses or programs to meet unique needs in areas such as finance or business analytics.

Proximity to the Capitol helps the College of Education prepare future educators who are actively informed individuals

Alexander Sasha Sidorkin, DEAN, COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF The College of Education collaborates with professional

As part of this mission, the college assists a diverse cohort of students in overcoming personal obstacles and getting

The college also is invested in the development of communications and educational leadership, and is focused on

5 Proximity to the Capitol helps the College of Education prepare future educators who are actively informed individuals and engaged community leaders, policymakers, teachers, counselors, and administrators. Alexander Sasha Sidorkin, DEAN, COLLEGE OF COLLEGE OF The College of Education collaborates with professional communities in preparing educators, leaders, and deaf-service providers to serve as agents of positive social change. As part of this mission, the college assists a diverse cohort of students in overcoming personal obstacles and getting started in professional careers. The college also is invested in the development of communications and educational leadership, and is focused on expanding critical and unique programming in these areas. It supports the region with informed advice, applied research services, and tailored events and learning opportunities for the educational community, legislators and other downtown organizations.

Sacramento s downtown is undergoing a major renaissance with $1 billion in construction projects, most of which feature the intersection of

It s an incredible opportunity to partner with our students, alumni, and community stakeholders right here in the heart of the city. Lorenzo M.

the Sacramento region s pipeline for engineering, computer science, and construction management leaders.

The college hosts mentoring activities, company information sessions, and job interview events.

6 Sacramento s downtown is undergoing a major renaissance with $1 billion in construction projects, most of which feature the intersection of structural design, state-of-the-art sensor systems, and data management technologies. It s an incredible opportunity to partner with our students, alumni, and community stakeholders right here in the heart of the city. Lorenzo M. Smith, DEAN, COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE The College of Engineering and Computer Science is the Sacramento region s pipeline for engineering, computer science, and construction management leaders. Proximity to key industry organizations and individuals downtown enhances these relationships for the college, students, and alumni. The college hosts mentoring activities, company information sessions, and job interview events. It shares research, and it benefits from easy access to community and thought leaders to strengthen its offerings for students. Engineering and Computer Science is committed to continually providing and growing relevant and cutting-edge programs, including those related to cybersecurity and data science. ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE

Our partnerships with organizations such as the Sacramento Police Department, California Department of Public Health, city of Sacramento, and others

Fred Baldini, DEAN, COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Sacramento State s largest college, the College of Health

Through departments such as Recreation, Parks & Tourism Administration (RPTA), the college extends development and learning opportunities to

7 Our partnerships with organizations such as the Sacramento Police Department, California Department of Public Health, city of Sacramento, and others are enhanced by the proximity of the downtown location, and students and professionals benefit from easy access to University offerings. Fred Baldini, DEAN, COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COLLEGE OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Sacramento State s largest college, the College of Health and Human Services makes a significant impact in the region. Through departments such as Recreation, Parks & Tourism Administration (RPTA), the college extends development and learning opportunities to professionals in industries such as recreation therapy, recreation and park management, nonprofit administration and hospitality, event planning, and tourism. The downtown location also helps Health & Human Services in providing research for the California State Park and Recreation and Delta Protection commissions. The college aims to expand its offerings and programs in health science, including a new master s degree and a center dedicated to health practice, policy and research in the downtown location. ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

We are positioned to fuel the local workforce and build our region by connecting our talented, career-ready student population with local

Joanna Mott, DEAN, COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS The College of Natural Sciences and

The college is focused on growing its Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program to help Sacramento become a hub for geo-data in the state.

the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to achieve this.

8 We are positioned to fuel the local workforce and build our region by connecting our talented, career-ready student population with local businesses. Joanna Mott, DEAN, COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics educates a richly diverse scientific workforce and fosters scientific and mathematical literacy in the greater community. The college is focused on growing its Geographic Information Systems (GIS) program to help Sacramento become a hub for geo-data in the state. It uses the downtown location to enable closer working relationships with multiple state agencies, including the California Earthquake Authority, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), and the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to achieve this. Natural Sciences and Mathematics connects with the community and prospective students with external advising and discussion panels in various professional fields. It also provides computational statistics programming at the downtown location. ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS

Sacramento State is California s capital university.

CHAIR, PUBLIC POLICY & ADMINISTRATION COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES & INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES With a long history of involvement in policy-oriented scholarship and

The University s downtown location enables the college to expand teaching opportunities, explore new academic initiatives, host events, and connect with the community.

Additional courses and programming include undergraduate political science classes, an undergraduate degree-completion program in public administration, data

9 Sacramento State is California s capital university. The downtown location provides great opportunities for faculty and students to access and learn from state and local government stakeholders. Robert Wassmer, DEPT. CHAIR, PUBLIC POLICY & ADMINISTRATION COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES & INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES With a long history of involvement in policy-oriented scholarship and instruction, the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies is at home close to the state Capitol. The University s downtown location enables the college to expand teaching opportunities, explore new academic initiatives, host events, and connect with the community. The departments of Public Policy and Administration and Political Science offer graduate seminars that are easily accessible to working professionals. Additional courses and programming include undergraduate political science classes, an undergraduate degree-completion program in public administration, data analytics, and the Sacramento Semester internship program. The college s Institute for Social Research consults with public agencies and nonprofit organizations to better understand and improve their programs, policies, and communities. ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS SOCIAL SCIENCES & INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

With longstanding state agency partnerships and a reputation for providing quality professional development and education options for students with some college but no

Jenni Murphy, DEAN, COLLEGE OF CONTINUING COLLEGE OF CONTINUING As a provider of diverse educational and professional programming for students and industries of all types,

The college is actively involved in regional efforts to increase the number of working-age adults (25-64) with high-quality degrees, certificates and other credentials to 60

The College of Continuing Education provides seminars, workshops, certificate programs, and degree-completion programs.

10 With longstanding state agency partnerships and a reputation for providing quality professional development and education options for students with some college but no degree, the College of Continuing Education is a key element of the renaissance happening in the city s urban core. Jenni Murphy, DEAN, COLLEGE OF CONTINUING COLLEGE OF CONTINUING As a provider of diverse educational and professional programming for students and industries of all types, the College of Continuing Education is committed to serving the Sacramento region and the downtown community. The college is actively involved in regional efforts to increase the number of working-age adults (25-64) with high-quality degrees, certificates and other credentials to 60 percent by 2025, cementing Sacramento s reputation as a talent hub where employers can attract, hire, and retain a qualified workforce. The College of Continuing Education provides seminars, workshops, certificate programs, and degree-completion programs. Also a valued service resource for organizations and agencies, the college offers a wide range of services such as conference and event planning, stakeholder convening, strategic planning, customized in-house training, and holistic workforce solutions. ENGINEERING & COMPUTER SCIENCE HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS SOCIAL SCIENCES & INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES CONTINUING

PROGRAMS, CENTERS & INSTITUTES CALSPEAKS OPINION RESEARCH EDINSIGHTS Investigates public opinion in the Sacramento region and throughout California, emphasizing social, economic, and political issues.

The mission is to inform and improve policymaking and practice within and across K-12, community colleges, and public universities.

recognized fellowship programs that offer real-world experiences in policymaking and governing in each branch of state government.

11 PROGRAMS, CENTERS & INSTITUTES CALSPEAKS OPINION RESEARCH EDINSIGHTS Investigates public opinion in the Sacramento region and throughout California, emphasizing social, economic, and political issues. A research and policy center devoted to student success and the public benefits of education. The mission is to inform and improve policymaking and practice within and across K-12, community colleges, and public universities. CENTER FOR CALIFORNIA STUDIES/CAPITAL FELLOWS PROGRAMS Leverages the resources of academia to strengthen California s democratic systems, and is home to Capital Fellows Programs, four nationally recognized fellowship programs that offer real-world experiences in policymaking and governing in each branch of state government. INSTITUTE FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH Provides a wide range of applied research, program evaluation, and public policy analysis for government agencies, nonprofits, private foundations, and academic communities. CENTER FOR SMALL BUSINESS PROJECT FOR AN INFORMED ELECTORATE Provides a wide range of technical assistance for small businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Empowers citizens by fostering a greater understanding of politics, policy, and government by identifying and disseminating accurate, trustworthy, open, and nonpartisan information. COLLEGE OF CONTINUING Provides a wide range of services that support organizational development, assessment, and transformation, including conference and event planning, stakeholder convening, strategic planning, customized in-house training, and holistic workforce solutions. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT CENTER Connects members of the Sacramento State community to the region and beyond through service learning, volunteerism, and academic internships in order to respond to local and global concerns. SACRAMENTO SEMESTER Active learning at its best, the program offers students from Sacramento State and all CSU campuses the opportunity for a fully immersive learning experience in the legislative process. The program will conduct seminars at the downtown location. STATE SUPERVISOR TRAINING Utilizing a program designed around the CalHR Leadership Competency Model, graduates participate in online and in-class programs to become exceptional supervisors. This training meets the requirements of California Government Code Section (b) for new supervisors. CONSENSUS AND COLLABORATION PROGRAM Formerly known as the Center for Collaborative Policy, this program performs research and provides conflict-resolution services to help public agencies and other stakeholders leverage collaborative strategies to improve policy outcomes. THE PORTFOLIO This unique training program develops strong leaders among state agency employees in executive, managerial, and supervisory roles. PROGRAMS, CENTERS & INSTITUTES

Whether hosting public lectures, pursuing artistic collaborations, or developing educational

13 CONNECTING WITH COMMUNITY Sacramento State s downtown location enables the University to connect with more of the community it serves. Whether hosting public lectures, pursuing artistic collaborations, or developing educational opportunities for all students, Sacramento State is invested in building the region. Downtown 304 S Street Sacramento, CA (916) sacstatedowntown@csus.edu

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