When San Diego College of Continuing Education’s César E. Chávez Campus opened near Chicano Park in Barrio Logan more than a decade ago, it was designed to be more than a place to take a class. From its culturally inspired architecture to its mission of providing free education to adult learners, the campus was built to serve the surrounding community.
Following the San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) Board of Trustees’ April 6, 2026 decision to temporarily rename the campus Harbor View, San Diego College of Continuing Education (SDCCE) launched Campus Built Together, a community-driven campaign to gather public input on a new permanent name for the campus.
Now, that longstanding commitment to the community is helping guide what comes next. Students, employees and members of the public are invited to complete a survey and participate in upcoming Restorative Renaming Circles, where they can listen, reflect and share their perspectives on the institution’s history and future. RSVP is required for the Restorative Renaming Circles.
Upcoming Restorative Renaming Circles include:
- Tuesday, September 22: 9–11 a.m. and 12:30–2:30 p.m., Harbor View Campus
- Tuesday, September 29: 12:30–2:30 p.m. and 3:30–5:30 p.m., Mid-City Campus
- Monday, October 5: 5–7 p.m., Zoom
- Thursday, October 8: 5–7 p.m., Zoom
The current facility, located at 1901 Main St., opened in 2015, bringing together educational programs previously offered near Chicano Park and at the former Centre City Campus downtown. Built to expand educational opportunity for adult learners, the campus provides career training, English as a Second Language, citizenship preparation, adult basic education, and high school equivalency preparation.
Designed by Martinez + Cutri, the distinctive architecture incorporates cultural symbolism that reflects its location in Barrio Logan, a hub for Chicano and Mexican American art, history and activism.
Throughout the campus, cultural elements connect the space to Barrio Logan’s history. An urban village-style placita welcomes visitors beneath a glass abstraction of an Ojo de Dios, symbolizing the power of seeing and understanding from different perspectives. Chuey’s Student Lounge honors Chuey’s Numero Uno, a beloved neighborhood restaurant that once stood on the property.
“This campus has always been deeply connected to the community it serves, and its history and culture are reflected throughout the spaces where our students learn,” said SDCCE President Tina M. King, Ed.D. “Every voice matters. As we consider a permanent name, we want to preserve that connection while listening thoughtfully to the people who learn here, work here and call our college home.”
Feedback gathered through the survey and Restorative Renaming Circles will help identify common themes as SDCCE moves toward a permanent campus name. A final name recommendation will be presented to the SDCCD Board of Trustees for consideration and a vote by the end of Fall 2026.
Follow the project timeline and latest updates on the on the Campus Built Together webpage.
