California State University San Marcos is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with the largest plurality of students identifying as Latinx. California State University San Marcos is the recipient of multiple grant-funded programs with the intention of furthering Latinx students towards degree completion by addressing unique barriers that affect the community.

CSUSM’s 2nd annual HSI Summit: Journey to "Servingness" & Excelencia is an-in person conference for faculty, staff, administrators, students and community partners to gain knowledge and understanding of (1) HSI’s, (2) the Seal of Excelencia and (3) best practices.