Addressing critical issues such as the "Asian model-minority myth," the summit will present the newest research about AAPI students.

"The AAPI summit offers an unparalleled opportunity for educators to engage with outside experts and each other about the complicated issues facing AAPI students and what we can do to address them," said Gaston Caperton, president of The College Board. "The summit will allow educators to share their stories and to hear from speakers and panelists who will help us all think beyond our own small corner of the world. It’s time to think big and act bigger."

The event will feature respected AAPI higher education leaders including Leroy Morishita, president of California State University, East Bay, Mo Qayoumi president of San Jose State University, Iosefa (Sefa) Aina, dean and director of the Asian American Resource Center at Pomona College and Robert Teranishi, associate professor at New York University.

"We see this conference as an opportunity to advance our strategy for improving college access and completion for all Asian American and Pacific Islander students," said Charles B. Reed, chancellor of the California State University system. "We also look forward to showcasing our Journey to Success program as a national model for effective partnerships and community engagement to raise college awareness and preparation among AAPI students and families."

Organized by the College Board and the California State University system, the summit will welcome leaders of national advocacy and community-based organizations, college admission and outreach officers, faculty and teachers, school counselors, policymakers and parent engagement coordinators.

About the California State UniversityThe California State University is the largest system of senior higher education in the country, with 23 campuses, approximately 427,000 students and 44,000 faculty and staff. The CSU awards about 99,000 degrees annually and since its creation in 1961 has conferred nearly 2.6 million. The CSU is renowned for the quality of its teaching and for the job-ready graduates it produces. The mission of the CSU is to provide high-quality, affordable education to meet the ever changing needs of the people of California. With its commitment to excellence, diversity and innovation, the CSU is the university system that is working for California. Connect with and learn more about the CSU at CSU Social Media.

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