On April 15, 2025, College of San Mateo (CSM) proudly celebrated nine distinguished faculty members who achieved tenure, a significant milestone marking their exceptional commitment to teaching, student success, and institutional excellence. The tenure celebration, held on campus, provided an opportunity for colleagues, administrators, and families to recognize the achievements of these faculty members.
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Apr 21 2025
Dec 12 2024
College of San Mateo (CSM) is pleased to announce the selection of Alex Guiriba (he/him/siya) as its next Vice President of Student Services. A proud CSM alumnus and the son of Filipinx immigrants, Alex has deep roots in the San Mateo County community and a strong commitment to advancing equity and student success.
Sep 20 2024
Dr. Finausina Tovo, Program Services Coordinator for CSM’s MANA Learning community and instructor at College of San Mateo, recently represented the Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) community at the White House’s NHPI Convening. Her presence at this historic event, held on September 6, 2024, was a moment of pride for CSM and the 100 NHPI leaders, advocates, and policymakers across the United States she represented.
Aug 29 2024
Before the start of the fall semester, College of San Mateo hosted its annual New Faculty Orientation. This year’s event welcomed seven recently hired full-time permanent and full-time temporary faculty members and gave them a comprehensive introduction to the College and its vibrant community.
Apr 25 2024
Following a national search, San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) Chancellor Melissa Moreno has announced that she will recommend Dr. Manuel Alejandro Pérez to the Board of Trustees as the next president of College of San Mateo (CSM). The Board of Trustees will take formal action on Dr. Pérez’s appointment at their meeting on May 22, 2024.
Mar 8 2024
College of San Mateo (CSM) proudly announces that seven outstanding faculty members have achieved tenure. This significant milestone is a testament to their dedication to teaching and student engagement excellence.
Feb 27 2024
College of San Mateo is featured in the season 10 of The College Tour, a groundbreaking series from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy, and Burton Roberts, which is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Aug 24 2023
Earlier this month, the CSM Dual Enrollment team hosted a 2-day summer experience, “Strategies for Successful Teaching in Dual Enrollment” for the college’s new and returning faculty who will be teaching dual enrollment courses in the new academic year.
Aug 23 2023
Before CSM’s fall semester kicked off for students, CSM’s Vice President of Instruction Office welcomed seven new full-time faculty members during the New Faculty Orientation and Luncheon. This event facilitated interactions with VPI Dr. Carla Grandy, department mentors, and student services.
Aug 14 2023
Following the announcement of Dr. Jennifer Taylor-Mendoza’s departure from College of San Mateo (CSM), Dr. Richard Storti was appointed as CSM’s Acting President by San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) Interim Chancellor Melissa Moreno.
