San Francisco State University is a large urban university and part of the 23-campus California State University system.  The University serves a diverse multi-cultural student body of approximately 29,000 undergraduate and graduate students in liberal arts, sciences and professional programs. The mission of the University is to create an environment for learning that promotes an appreciation for scholarship, freedom, and human diversity.  Excellence in teaching and intellectual accomplishment is the University's primary mission.  San Francisco State University faculty are expected to be effective in teaching; to demonstrate professional achievement and growth through continued research,publications,and/or creative activities and to contribute their academic expertise and leadership to the campus and community.