Office of the President
CCA Names Stephen Beal President
— April 30, 2008
Stephen Beal has been named president of California College of the Arts (CCA). The announcement was made today by Ann Hatch, chair of the college's Board of Trustees. Currently provost of CCA, Beal will assume his position as the school's ninth president on May 1, 2008.
"I am delighted that Steve has accepted the position as president," commented Hatch. "We are very fortunate to have such exceptional talent already in place at the college. His clear understanding of the institution and outstanding record of leadership will allow him to hit the ground running as we develop a new five-year strategic plan. In so many ways Steve is the clear choice to guide CCA. A product of art schools, he possesses a true passion for the kind of education we offer, combined with the financial acumen he's gained as provost. Steve's presidency will ensure a dynamic and sound future for the college as we fulfill our mission to educate those who shape our culture."
Stephen Beal becomes
CCA's ninth president
Read Stephen Beal's remarks from the 101st Commencement.