Interim President Don Kassing speaking to the congregation at Maranatha Christian Center.
By Keith Bryant, Digital Communications Assistant
Photo By Irving Perez, Public Affairs Volunteer
SJSU Interim President Don W. Kassing visited Maranatha Christian Center Feb. 13 for CSU Super Sunday, an outreach program seeking to connect the CSU with African American churches to open a dialogue about what it takes to get into college. Kassing was welcomed with open arms, and enjoyed a lively and energetic service. He also spoke to the congregation about the importance of investing in our youth.
“Our offer is to create opportunities for young people to go to college to work their way out of the recession, as it is going require education, and in this region, innovation,” Kassing said. “We want these young people to have a chance.”
Kassing also attended Emmanuel Baptist Church, while Vice President for Student Affairs Jason Laker visited Bible Way Christian Center. After the services, SJSU outreach staff members spoke one-on-one with church goers to answer questions and distribute materials.