Dr. James P. Frazee

Dr. James P. Frazee is Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at San Diego State University. Reporting directly to the President, he provides the vision and strategic leadership for SDSU’s technology environment, overseeing enterprise technology, cybersecurity, data, artificial intelligence, network architecture, and operations in support of the University’s academic mission and digital evolution.

Guided by a deep commitment to the public-service mission of higher education, Dr. Frazee works in close partnership with faculty, staff, students, university leaders, and higher education and industry partners to advance innovation and student success at scale. As an educator, collaborator, and capacity builder, he promotes thoughtful technology adoption, strengthens AI and data literacy, and connects emerging technological capabilities with institutional priorities. His leadership is grounded in sincerity, service, and a strong sense of responsibility for the people he leads and the communities SDSU serves.

Dr. Frazee has published and presented widely on educational technology grants, faculty professional development, strategic technology and campus space planning, and the use of technology to advance curricular reform. Recognized by The CIO Times as one of its “5 Rising Leaders in Education to Follow in 2024,” he credits SDSU’s talented staff and faculty fellows for the IT Division’s growing recognition as a national and international leader in higher education technology.