California Higher Education Student Summit (CHESS)
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April 18-21, 2008 |
Who Should Attend? |
Every year, the Board of Directors of the California State Student Association (CSSA) hosts student leaders from colleges and universities to attend the California Higher Education Student Summit (CHESS). CHESS attracts university leaders, student advocates, higher education policy experts, public officials, alumni and students from across the golden state. This conference is one of a kind, being the only statewide conference planned specifically for CSU students.
This year, the CHESS committee has extended its invitation to student leaders from other higher education institutions and statewide student associations to participate at the 13th annual leadership and advocacy summit, CHESS XIII.
At CHESS, students gain experience by collaborating with each other and encouraging their peers to become civically engaged and empowered to be a change agent for an accessible and affordable quality public higher education. The sessions that contribute to their leadership skills include the power of civic engagement and social change. Also, students have an opportunity to interact and network with leaders across the state and beyond!
The goal of CHESS XIII is to allow college students to learn by personal experiences and become certified student leaders. The sessions’ learning outcomes are to create civic leaders in respective communities, empower a vision for positive social change and define the next step after graduation. Sessions focus on higher education policy, the importance of civic engagement and understanding the role of government in public higher education.
Also, student leaders learn how to recruit, organize and train volunteers. The conference provides two days of educational sessions followed a press conference and “CSU Student Advocacy Day at the State Capitol” to implement the skills they learned over the weekend. Sessions also provide techniques and tools on how to develop a strong network and understanding of the importance relationship building has both personal and professional development. Network events include the CSSA Alumni Welcome Reception and a Leadership Awards Banquet. CHESS truly strengthens the leadership skills of student leaders, the future leaders of California.
For More Information Call:
Esmeralda Campos, Chair |
Olgalilia Ramirez, Director |
About CSSA
The California State Student Association has been advocating the California State University student perspective since 1959. CSSA is a tax-exempt organization that operates under the tax code 501(c)3 and is governed by a student board of directors. CSSA is the recognized association by the governor, legislature and CSU Board of Trustees as the official voice for the 400,000+ students attending the California State University (CSU) system. It is the mission of CSSA to preserve access, affordability, and quality of education for the people of California.
Who Should Attend the California Higher Education Student Summit?
This conference is characterized by its focus on statewide public higher education and is organized specifically to benefit students at each California State University campus.
Who should attend the California Higher Education Student Summit?
- Students with a passion to be change agents in their communities and influence public policy
- Students interested in educational opportunities for all Californians
- Students active in student government, student programming or campus clubs and organizations
- Students interested in developing their leadership skills
- Students with areas of study in leadership, public policy, political science, community development and/or university administration
- Students who want to understand how to influence California’s lawmakers
- Students who have an interest in CA’s government
- Students who want to learn the skills necessary to create a change in their campus and/or local communities
- Students looking for the opportunity to network with other students leaders
Become a Certified Student Leader at CHESS XIII!
The certified student leadership program allows students to be certified in an area of interest. Students that attend CHESS have the option to sign up to attend a series of workshops and become certified in skills that provide them with the necessary skill to be responsible civic citizens in our Californian communities.
2008 Workshop Tracks Include:
- CA Legislative Process and Advocacy
- Campus Action
- Student Leadership
- Statewide Student Issues
- Multicultural Perspectives in Public Higher Education
- Advanced Student Leader
Be A Sponsor
CSSA is a non-profit 501(c)3, non-partisan organization that exists to coordinate communication and advocate the student perspective on behalf of 23 California State Universities. CSSA provides an opportunity for students to learn hands on leadership skills on how to be civic responsible leaders of the state of California. Such experiences include leadership skills, the importance of civic engagement and advocating on behalf of over 420,000 students on issues related to youth vote, financial aid, college affordability (student fees) and access for underrepresented populations.
Your financial contributions and corporate sponsorships support CSSA’s efforts to create civic leaders for a democratic society.
For more information on donations, partnerships and sponsorships, please contact Susana Gonzalez, Executive Director, at (562) 951-4025.
Registering for CHESS XIII
| CHESS XIII Registration Category |
Early Bird Rate (Up to 2/10/08) |
Regular Rate (2/11/08 - 3/14/08) |
|---|---|---|
| Student | ||
| CSSA Member Campus | $100 |
$150 |
| Other Campus | $130 |
$195 |
| Non Student | $200 |
$300 |
- To Register: Please print out the event registration form (.pdf) and fax it in
- "Early Bird" rate, your registration must be received by 5:00 pm February 8, 2008.
- Deadline to register and book hotel rooms is Wednesday, March 14, 2008
- Sorry, on site registration is not available
For more information, please see the event registration form, or contact:
Javier Lopez
California State Student Association
(562) 951-4025
Location and Accommodations
The Holiday Inn Hotel Sacramento Capitol Plaza a full service hotel set in the heart of vibrant & historic downtown Sacramento. A thoughtfully designed contemporary décor walking distance to: over 100 unique shops, activities, restaurants and museums. Attractions are located within 4 blocks of the hotel including; Historic Old Sacramento, The State Capitol, Crocker Art Museum, and the Federal Court House.
Ask for the special "CHESS" group rate
$104 per night for single to quad occupancy for limited time
Please contact the hotel directly to make reservations by March 14, 2008
Holiday Inn Sacramento Capitol Plaza
300 J Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 446-0100
(800) Holiday (Ask for CSSA or CHESS)
Or book your hotel room online and use group code "AS2" to receive the CHESS rate