About Us
The University Student Union, Inc. (USU) at California State University, Northridge has two locations, the University Student Union (USU) and the Satellite Student Union (SSU). Each facility was designed to enhance the total university experience through leadership opportunities, events, and various services.
The USU first opened its doors on July 7, 1975 and is located on the east section of the California State University, Northridge campus on East University Drive. The SSU was built in 1991 to expand the USU's services and programs and is located in the northern section of campus, adjacent to campus housing.
Completed in fall 2006, the USU underwent a $15 million renovation that resulted in the new Sol Center and various upgrades throughout the facilities. The USU recently passed a referendum to build a recreation center to meet the needs of the CSUN campus. The facility is scheduled to open 2011-2012.
Mission
To be a world-class university center that educates through inclusion, personal growth, and entertainment- creating the ultimate college experience, which exceeds all student expectations.
Values
- Accountability
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Creativity
- Fun
- Integrity
- Learning
- Respect
- Service
- Make a Connection
- Over Deliver
- Reinforce Relationships
- Every Person Matters
Goals
Effective and Efficient Student-Centered Programs and Services
Support the design and development of the Recreation Center Project in order to increase student life on campus and develop a facility that promotes wellness.
Provide and continually review student union programs, services and retail offerings in order to meet the needs of the student campus community and identify potential changes and enhancements.
Continue to develop efficient and energy-conscious facilities that save resources by utilizing sustainable techniques, products and equipment.
Student Engagement and Success
Increase attendance and improve the quality and satisfaction of late-night programs in the University Student Union and Satellite Student Union in order to enhance students' connection to the institution.
Develop and provide diverse events at the Satellite Student Union in order to enhance student life.
Continue to refine the USU's student employee program in order to be a premier employer of students on campus and increase the student's leadership abilities, job skills, and work management capacities that will assist them post graduation.
Resource Enhancement
- Develop a strategic plan for USU/recreation center finances that will ensure fiscal viability of the USU.
Staff Development and Well-being
Develop a staff orientation program.
Create a management training program for USU staff, student supervisors and potential managers.
Technology Advancement
Refine and upgrade the USU Web site to include additional transactional elements and maximize technological opportunities while complying with ADA regulations and increasing its overall user friendliness.
