Mildred Garcia

As president of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), Dr. García advocates for public higher education, working to influence federal policy and regulations on behalf of member colleges and universities; serving as a resource to presidents and chancellors as they address state policy and emerging campus issues; developing collaborative partnerships and initiatives that advance public higher education; directing a strategic agenda that focuses on public college and university leadership for the 21st century; and providing professional development opportunities for presidents, chancellors, and their spouses. Prior to joining AASCU, Dr. García served as the president of California State University, Fullerton and California State University, Dominguez Hills.