to be a separate entity. Today, the CSU System comprises CSU, CSU Pueblo and CSU Global.
==== 2003: Colorado State University Pueblo (CSU Pueblo) ====
With its long history of collaboration with Colorado State University (CSU) and being a Colorado State University System (CSU System) member since 1985, eventually a name change was forthcoming. Also, an independent study of higher education in Colorado recommended to change the university's name to reflect the unique relationship with CSU. In May 2002, Governor Bill Owens signed legislation changing the institution's mission and name to Colorado State University Pueblo effective July 1, 2003. Today, CSU Pueblo is a regional comprehensive university.
=== Federal designation and awards ===
In 2002, CSU Pueblo was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the United States Department of Education. In 2008, CSU Pueblo was awarded the Outstanding HACU-Member Institution Award by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. In 2015, the university …
