As classes begin Monday at San Diego State University, President Elliot Hirshman's priorities include continuing a $500 million fundraising campaign and undertaking a campuswide strategic plan. Hirshman, who took the helm 14 months ago, sees finances as the No. 1 challenge facing the school. He said pursuing "financial stabilization" is crucial for SDSU, which has seen its state appropriation drop from $221 million to $103 million since 2008. Not only will money need to be raised to support scholarships and help pay for faculty and staff positions, but Hirshman said SDSU will look for ways to...
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