Villarreal remains interim head of Cal State Dominguez Hills

Wave Wire Services

CARSON — Mary Ann Villarreal will continue serving as interim president of Cal State Dominguez Hills through the 2028-29 academic year, university officials have announced.

The extension of Villarreal’s appointment was announced by California State University Chancellor Mildred García and the CSU Board of Trustees.

“Under interim President Mary Ann Villarreal’s leadership, and thanks to the skilled and student-centered work of the entire campus community, Cal State Dominguez Hills has built undeniable positive momentum across its operations, from enrollment and fiscal management to community engagement and — most importantly — student success,” García said.

“In addition, Dominguez Hills has made impressive progress in expanding partnerships with the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, providing once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for the entire campus community.”

Villarreal expressed gratitude for the opportunity to continue leading the Carson campus.

“I deeply am honored to continue serving the Cal State Dominguez Hills community,” Villareal said. “Our faculty and staff bring extraordinary talent and commitment to [our students]. Together we have the opportunity to build something remarkable for our students and deepen our impact across the South Bay and greater Los Angeles. I look forward to the great things we will do together.”

A national search for the university’s next regularly appointed president will begin in fall 2028, according to the university.