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 | 12:00–5:00 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
The CSSO Association unites California’s community college student services leaders to advance equity and advocacy, and invests in their professional growth so they can drive greater student success.
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.
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CSSO Monday Briefing
Consequential developments in California community colleges for chief student services officers: policy, legislation, system guidance, compliance, and what it means for your leadership.
This week’s briefing will appear here on Monday. Earlier briefings are in the archive below.
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