CSM Forward 2028 is College of San Mateo’s five-year Education Master Plan. This document serves as a strategic planning document to align College goals and priorities through 2028. The plan includes an important review of past practice and foundations to inform possibilities and options for the future of the College.

College of San Mateo's Education Master Plan is more than a plan—it reflects our shared journey, our collective aspirations, and our commitment to shaping the future of education in San Mateo County. As we look back on over a century of service to our community, the plan is also an invitation to strategize and plan for the next five years. Specifically, it is an opportunity to envision how we honor our rich story as a campus community and support innovation, growth and leadership while embracing the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.

CSM's legacy is built on progress, integrity, and transformation. We have navigated decades of change and served as a beacon of education, resources, and workforce development for our community. Our students come from diverse cultural contexts, stories, and backgrounds. Their unique experiences, perspectives, and potential enhance the larger fabric of our campus community. Our responsibility is to create an academically rich environment that fosters their success and nurtures their growth as thoughtful, engaged citizens who will continue to make meaningful impact in our world.

The core of the "CSM Forward 2028" plan is about people—about you, our dedicated faculty, staff, students, and community partners who make this college a vibrant and inclusive institution. As we move forward together, we underscore our commitment to equity and social justice with a deep sense of responsibility to each other and to the communities we serve.

Thank you for your unwavering support of College of San Mateo and for being an integral part of this journey. Your dedication and collaboration are the driving force behind our success. Together, we continue to build on our legacy, ensuring that CSM remains a place of opportunity, empowerment, and excellence for all.

In community,

Dr. Manuel Alejandro Pérez
President, College of San Mateo