CSU San Marcos has a rich academic culture which is further enhanced by the number of specialized centers residing on our campus.

Our centers and institutes provide opportunities for service and professional development for our students, faculty, and staff; build links with government, industry and community organizations; foster interdisciplinary work; and complement our instructional programs.

The CSU San Marcos Centers and Institutes are:

• Barahona Center for the Study of Books in Spanish for Children and Adolescents
• Center ARTES (Arts, Research, Teachers, Education, Schools)
• Center for Border and Regional Affairs (CBRA)
• Center for Leadership Innovation and Mentorship Building (CLIMB)
• National Latino Research Center (NLRC)
• Office for Biomedical Research and Training (OBRT)