Center for Access, Support & Advancement  

On behalf of the Latino community at Chicago State University, we want to extend a warm Bienvenidos! 

Chicago State University (CSU) values diversity and has always opened its doors of higher education to people of various ethnicities and cultures. Our caring faculty and staff understand and respond to the unique needs of our multi-racial/multi-ethnic student population. 

The Center for Access, Support and Advancement (CASA) can assist you in achieving your educational and professional goals by offering extensive support services and living-learning-serving experiences. In addition, our professional team is ready to make your transition to Chicago State University's campus life and academic programming as smooth as possible. 

Most importantly, CASA provides an intimate atmosphere in which students can thrive. Your academic and personal growth is enhanced and their higher education experience becomes one to remember. 

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the various academic programs, many resources, and social organizations at Chicago State University. Feel free to call us to schedule an individual tour of our campus or to speak to other Latino students. 

Te Esperamos...

Mission Statement 

The Center for Access, Support and Advancement contributes to the University’s mission of promoting social justice and diversity for our community through access to higher education. CASA provides pre-college services for high school students and their families, professional and leadership development for college students and cultural programming for the University community. In partnership with other University units and external partners, CASA is able to provide a multitude of resources that allow Latino students to reach their academic, professional and personal goals. CASA promotes an environment of inclusion and support that enhances the college experience of all CSU students.