CHESS Mission
CHESS supports independently governed member colleges by sharing tools, talent, and best practices so that we are laser focused on providing a world-class student experience leading to success for all students.
CHESS Vision
Independently governed colleges strategically partnering on operations to focus resources where they matter – on achieving success for all students!
CHESS Values
Collaboration. Honesty. Equity. Sustainability. Student Success.
Collaboration: Purposeful partnerships strengthen our ability to better serve students so that together we create synergies that expand their opportunities.
Honesty: Honesty makes partnerships strong.
Equity: An equal voice for all member colleges strengthens our ability to equitably serve students from all backgrounds.
Sustainability: Together we can better sustain access for diverse students and help strengthen local communities.
Student Success: Success for all students is the overarching goal for every decision we make.
CHESS Organizational Structure
CHESS is organized as a New Mexico nonprofit corporation and is operating exclusively for charitable, educational, scientific, and literary purposes in accordance with Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service Code. CHESS is governed by a Board of Directors made up of the presidents of each participating higher education institution. CHESS received its Certificate of Incorporation from the New Mexico Secretary of State on March 3, 2021.
