Mission Statement

The University Student Center of California State University, Stanislaus is the hub of campus life. As a not-for-profit organization, our mission is to provide quality facilities, services, and programs to complement and enhance the academic experience. The Student Center is designed to create a sense of belonging, a welcoming environment, and a safe space for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community.

Vision Statement

The University Student Center will strive to be the center of student engagement and student success by providing a student-centered gathering place for our diverse student population.

We will commit to offering exceptional facilities, services, and programming to encourage student involvement and enhance student life at our University.

As our University evolves, the University Student Center will strive to meet the needs of our ever-changing campus community.

 

 

ASI + SC Working Together

Associated Students, Inc. and the University Student Center are two separate organizations but are functionally merged. This means they have different missions (why they exist) and different visions (goals they work towards) but they share the same values (ethics, student engagement, etc.). ASI & SC are functionally merged because they share values.

Each organization has its own budget and goals, but they are run by the same Executive Director, allowing both organizations to creatively collaborate to provide services to students. The ASI & SC Executive Director has both organizations’ priorities and interests in mind and continuously works to identify ways where they can work together to benefit students.

SC Values

  • We strive to instill a sense of Warrior pride.
  • We inspire Warrior pride leading by example.

  • We collaborate with students, student organizations, campus departments, alumni, and the community to provide student focused programs, events, and services.
  • By encouraging collaboration among all members of our campus and the community, we utilize diverse talents, resources, and perspectives, internally and externally, to produce the best possible outcomes.

  • We believe in personal responsibility, honesty, integrity, and ethical behavior.
  • We honor our commitments and act with fairness, honesty, and respect daily.

  • We provide programs and services that encourage involvement in meaningful experiences and relationships outside of the academic environment.
  • We develop relationships that make a positive impact in our students’ lives.

  • We offer a wide variety of events and services to meet the needs of our diverse student population.
  • We promote equity and strive to increase diversity, inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of our organization.

  • We are purposeful in offering high quality programs and services to enhance student life and student success.
  • We are thoughtful in providing excellent customer service that encompasses the following attributes: courtesy, empathy, professionalism, accountability, and efficiency.

  • We strive to cultivate the healthy physical, social, and emotional well-being of all students.
  • We provide a safe space where students from every background and situation can have the opportunity to succeed.

  • We are committed to conscientiously managing our human, natural, and material resources wisely by reviewing our facilities, programs, and services to ensure we are following the appropriate sustainable practices.
  • We aspire to increase awareness about sustainable practices that will reduce negative impacts on the environment.

Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging

We, as Associated Students, Incorporated and the University Student Center are committed to creating a sense of belonging for our diverse campus community. We prioritize establishing a welcoming environment by embracing and celebrating differences to create opportunities for students regardless of their personal identities. ASI and SC acknowledge that as organizations with a notable presence on campus, it is our responsibility to continue to advance social justice efforts and promote equitable practices.

We commit to evolve and grow with our ever-changing campus community. We strive to meet students’ unique needs by fostering relationships and collaborating with on-campus groups to provide exceptional and equitable services, programs, and resources. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and inactions while maintaining intentional, measurable, and meaningful efforts to enhance diversity and ensure equity and inclusion. We will continue to educate ourselves and others to embrace our differences.

In celebration of our visible and invisible differences, we remain united. We are Warriors.

Documents

Each year, the SC Board of Directors develops and approves the organization’s operating budget for the upcoming fiscal year. Lead by the Chair and Vice-Chair, the board ensures the budget aligns with our Mission and Vision statements. An internal financial audit is conducted annually by an outside auditing firm. Once complete, the audit report is presented to the Board of Directors for their final review and approval. Additionally, the Chancellor’s Office conducts an extensive compliance audit every three years.

University Student Center Budget Breakdown

 

2025-26 SC Fee: $369 per semester

Fund Amount Percent
Debt Service
Covers costs associated with the Student Center building and bond payments.
$3,138,300 44.5%
Building Operations Department
Supports the day-to-day operations, staffing, custodial services, maintenance, and repairs of the University Student Center.
$532,364 7.5%
Building Utilities
Funds essential utilities, including electricity, water, and internet.
$89,300 1.3%
Student Staff Wages
Offers job opportunities within the Student Center, enabling students to earn income, gain experience, and develop skills while supporting SC functions such as the Service Desk, events, leadership roles, and facility & custodial operations.
$404,709 5.7%
Administration Department
Supports the Student Center’s daily operations, functions and compliance, while funding professional staff who provide support and guidance.
$1,246,631 17.7%
Reserves (Building Capital/ Maintenance)
Ensures emergency preparedness and supports the long-term upkeep of facilities.
$475,000 6.7%
Programming Department
Provides funding for staffing, campus-wide events, and activities, including Titus Thursdays, cultural celebrations, Welcome Week, and a wide range of student programs.
$172,091 2.4%
Leadership Department
Supports leadership development while managing programs, facilities, and services under the SC Board of Directors.
$152,350 2.2%
Awards, Gifts, & Donations
Supports student recognition through awards, contributions to groups or departments, and other opportunities to give back to the Warrior community.
$95,300 1.4%
Service Desk
Provides daily support for student needs and services.
$70,820 1%
Engagement Department
Provides funding for initiatives and programs that promote engagement, strengthen alumni connections, support fundraising efforts, and enhance the vibrancy of the campus community.
$231,700 3.3%
Facilities & Events Services Department
Provides support for event setup and facility management for conferences, meetings, and events within the Student Center.
$378,552 5.4%
Stockton Campus Programs & Services
Provides funding for Student Center services, staffing, programs and spaces dedicated to Warriors at our Stockton campus.
$68,704 1%

Contact Info

 

Email: asi-sc@csustan.edu

SC Service Desk: scservicedesk@csustan.edu

Service Desk Phone: (209) 664-6826

ASI & SC Front Desk: (209) 667-3833

Operating Hours
Monday – Friday: 7:30am – 4:00pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Address:
University Student Center
Stanislaus State
One University Circle
Turlock, California 95382
See: Maps & Directions

 

Updated: October 07, 2025