Congratulations, Governor-Elect Gavin Newsom! Now it's Time to Get to Work
Greetings! 

Election season might be over, but our work to keep California’s economy strong by investing in higher education is just getting started.

The Campaign for College Opportunity proudly hosted Governor-elect Gavin Newsom and Lt. Governor-elect Eleni Kounalakis in conversations on higher education. Both leaders made solid commitments to championing college opportunity and success in California.
 
Now it’s time Californians ensure that our new leaders follow through with their commitments.
 
California will need 1.65 million more adults with college degrees and credentials by 2030 if we want our state to remain competitive in the global economy. Our new leaders have the opportunity to make history and lead the nation in keeping the promise of college opportunity and success for all of California’s diverse residents. 

Click on the videos below to watch each candidate's commitments, and check out  On the Record: Gavin Newsom on Higher Education .
Gavin Newsom
Governor-Elect
Newsom committed to:
  • Increasing funding for higher education

  • Revisiting admissions caps for California's 4-year public institutions to increase college access for qualified students

  • Appointing more women and racially diverse individuals to his administration and to key education positions that are reflective of California’s population

  • Establishing a coordinating body for California higher education and a strong student data system 

  • Prioritizing improving college access for underrepresented and underserved communities and addressing completion gaps
Eleni Kounalakis
Lt. Governor-Elect
Kounalakis committed to:
  • Advocating for more funding from the General Fund allocated to expanding capacity at our 4-year public institutions and to ensure college affordability

  • Addressing housing affordability barriers facing students

  • Supporting a repeal on the ban of Affirmative Action in higher education 

These are just a few of each candidate's commitments. Watch the videos to see them all.
We created a road map for our newly elected officials to ensure the future success of our students and our state. If you have not done so already, sign onto our Call to Action and Blueprint to Increase College Graduates and Keep Our Economy Strong.
See why higher education must be a top priority for our state leaders.
Congratulations to our new leaders. Now it’s time to get to work!
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