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Center Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-2:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
APIDA Student Center History
- March 2021 | APIDA Student Success Workgroup Launched
- CSUSM formed a workgroup to assess the needs of Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi American (APIDA) students and recommend ways to enhance their success.
- July 2022 | APIDA Student Success Report Released
- The workgroup’s final report identified key institutional gaps and aligned recommendations
with the university’s Power of CSUSM strategic plan.
Key Findings:- Lack of culturally responsive support
- Limited data on APIDA student populations
- Underrepresentation in leadership and curriculum
- Need for greater visibility and inclusion
- Fall 2023 | APIDA Center Launches Inaugural Student Success Coordinator
- The first Student Success Coordinator for the APIDA Center was hired, marking a major step in establishing long-term, dedicated support for APIDA students at CSUSM.
- The workgroup’s final report identified key institutional gaps and aligned recommendations
with the university’s Power of CSUSM strategic plan.







