About the College of Health and Human Services

Steven Hooker

Welcome to CHHS

"We prepare students to advance equitable health and wellbeing for all. Through transdisciplinary studies, community, and global engagement, our students enter the workforce empowered to make a meaningful impact in their fields.”

Our Administration & Staff

The College of Health and Human Services is one of the largest and most diverse at San Diego State University. Approximately 300 tenured and tenure-track faculty, researchers, and lecturers educate more than 4,400 undergraduate and graduate students in our five schools: Exercise and Nutritional Sciences; Nursing; Public Health; Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences; and Social Work. We offer 13 bachelor's, 25 master’s, and 7 doctoral degree programs, along with transdisciplinary and professional certificate programs.

Our Purpose

Together we advance equitable health and wellbeing for all. 

Our Vision

Advancing equitable health and wellbeing with you. 

Our Core Values

Be bold. 
Be curious. 
Foster belonging.
Empower one another. 
Center student success. 
Commit to life-long learning.
Celebrate our collective good. 
Embrace authentic collaboration. 

Diversity & Inclusion

CHHS is committed to equitably serving and supporting diverse students, faculty, staff, and communities.

Over forty years, the College of Health and Human Services has served the San Diego Community and beyond through teaching, research, and outreach.

Contact Us

SDSU College of Health and Human Services

Education Building 154
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA, 92182-4124