The Office of Strategic Engagement builds, expands and stewards high-impact partnerships with influential policy organizations, nonprofits, community-based organizations, business, industry and civic organizations to advance the CSU's strategic priorities.
Working in close coordination with CSU leadership, the Office of Strategic Engagement aligns the CSU system's interests to create and steward mutually beneficial collaborations with external partners that strengthen student success, career pathways and workforce readiness for California's evolving economy.
Through cross-functional collaboration, data-informed decision-making and purposeful stakeholder engagement, we help position the CSU to be a trusted and forward-focused system committed to driving positive outcomes for our students and state.
Meet Our Team
Through strategic engagement, the CSU strengthens its visibility, influence and impact by building high-value partnerships that advance student success, workforce readiness and California’s economic future. The Office of Strategic Engagement connects the CSU with industry leaders, policy organizations, nonprofits, community-based partners and civic influencers to create aligned opportunities across the system. Its work supports coordinated advocacy, expands CSU champions and external stakeholders, elevates CSU leadership in statewide and national conversations, and helps campuses amplify partnerships that demonstrate the CSU’s public good mission.
CSU and IBM Host Hackathon
6 CSUs Honored with LAEDC Eddy Award
Future Forum: Impact of the CSU5
Learn about systemwide strategic initiatives and events that strengthen partnerships, elevate CSU priorities and advance student success, workforce development and statewide impact.
See Our Initiatives
The Office of Strategic Engagement recognizes the value and importance of partnerships with various stakeholders to strengthen systemwide strategic partnerships and expand CSU's impact and reach.
Engagement Fund Application
Join the Chancellor’s Industry Roundtable of California Leaders & Executives, a statewide advisory body that brings together industry leaders to provide insights that shape CSU programs, guide policy priorities, and strengthen California’s future workforce.
Learn About CSU CIRCLE
CSU Forward: A New Strategic Plan for the CSU
CSU Voices
CSU’s 2025 Economic Impact Report
For more information, contact:
Daniela GonzalezStrategic Engagement Support Coordinator [email protected] (562) 951-8152
For general inquiries: [email protected]