professional development
Offer high-impact conferences, training, and webinars to support student services professionals.
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CSSO Fall Symposium
27-28th oct. 2026
Hilton Long BEACH Hotel|Long Beach, CA
Have you been a CSSO for 2 years or less? – Join Us!
New CSSO Leadership Academy
MONDAY October 26TH | 12:00–4:00 PM
A special half-day experience designed specifically for new and recently appointed Chief Student Services Officers.
Full symposium-OCTOBER 27-28TH
Join CSSO colleagues from across the state for two days of learning, connection, statewide updates, and conversations shaping the future of student services leadership.
Your next breakthrough starts with showing up!
WHAT WE DO
Advocacy & Influence
Shape education policy and advocate for resources and equity in California community colleges.
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Networking & support
Find your region here. Foster connections and share best practices among CSSOs across all districts.
Learn MoreUniting California’s community college student services leaders to champion equity, advocacy, and professional growth for student success. The California Community Colleges Chief Student Services Officers Association (CSSO Association) is dedicated to supporting, empowering, and connecting student services leaders across the state. We foster innovation and collaboration, advance student equity, and provide resources for the professional development of our members.