New Boss In Rohnert Park: Spagna Tries To Rescue Sonoma State

New Sonoma State president steps in to steady campus rocked by years of upheaval

AT AN ANNUAL STATE ARCHEOLOGY CONFERENCE in March, anthropology professor Alexis Boutin fielded some questions about whether her program was still operational. Boutin has taught at Sonoma State for 17 years and coordinates the university’s highly regarded master’s program in cultural heritage and resource management.  “I had to say, ‘Of course we are,’ ” Boutin said.  “ ‘We’re still totally sustainable.’ ” Boutin knew what was behind her collea…

New Boss In Rohnert Park: Spagna Tries To Rescue Sonoma State

Sonoma State's new president faces a $20M deficit, plunging enrollment and tough choices about restoring programs and athletics after a $45M state infusion.