Honoring Interim Chancellor Patty Charlton was the perfect way to wrap up the spring semester at CSN. On May 23, she got to live out a longtime dream serving as President for the Day.

Charlton shared her wish with Acting President Dr. William Kibler, and in true CSN fashion, we made it happen.

“She told us it had always been on her bucket list to be president for a day,” said CSN Chief of Staff Dr. Yvonne Realivasquez, speaking on behalf of Dr. Kibler. “So, we said, let’s make it official!”

With a custom proclamation, Charlton took the helm for a day filled with laughter, memories, and plenty of love from the CSN community.

Her leadership and legacy at CSN span decades and her impact is felt on every campus. From launching student-focused initiatives to advocating for equitable access to higher education, Charlton has helped shape CSN into a college that truly reflects the communities it serves.

“She was and continues to be a significant figure in the history and future of CSN,” said Realivasquez. “We’ll miss her daily leadership, guidance, and vision through NSHE.”

Her seat may be changing, but her influence will always be felt here at CSN.