Dear Editor:

While the faculty express their views on Sacramento State President Alexander Gonzalez I would like to assure students, faculty and the public that the California State University Board of Trustees supports the president and believe his strong leadership is what is needed at the campus. There have been many positive developments during President Gonzalez’s tenure at the campus, and the 2010 initiative that sets the groundwork for the future of the campus will take it to the next level.

The president’s vision for Sacramento State has set it on a course to become a destination campus that embraces both student and academic life. This requires contributions from both internal and external sources, alumni, business and community leaders to realize truly the potential of a university. It also takes a strong leader who can implement this vision, make the tough decisions and raise the profile of a campus to its full potential. Sacramento State has such a leader in President Gonzalez.

Sincerely,

Roberta Achtenberg Chair, California State University Board of Trustees