CSU officials say the proposal is a "fiscal and operational imperative" for Cal Maritime, which has experienced a 31% decline in enrollment since 2016-17.
A movement to throw out traditional A-F grades in favor of tracking high school students as they gain mastery of academic and life skills is gaining momentum, with five states and powerful players joining forces to advance it.
A mandatory semester course, starting in 2030-31 will include instruction in interest rates, college financing, investment principles and consumer protections.