Looking Forward

There is no question that California faces significant challenges on the road to fiscal recovery, but the tools we need to support that movement are already in place. The California State University continues to serve as one of the state’s most influential resources, enabling all residents to achieve their educational and professional dreams. More educated residents mean higher tax revenues, greater productivity, a stronger high-tech work force and a decreased reliance on government financial support. Another way of looking at it is that last year’s CSU graduates will earn more than $77 billion in taxable income. That’s not a bad return on the state’s investment.

On the March ballot, you will be asked to consider an important initiative. Proposition 55 is a bond in support of all levels of education, creating or upgrading facilities to improve student learning. Take a few moments and educate yourself on this important measure, one that will have an immediate impact on our most precious resource — our students. For more information, please visit www.yeson55.com.

Thank you for allowing us to come into your home with Panorama. Cal Poly Pomona and the entire higher education community remain committed to working with our communities and making a difference.

Sincerely,
J. Michael Ortiz
President