Made a thing out of watching the Oscars last Sunday …. so fun!
And then there was Ryan Gosling
Check it out.
The entire evening was wonderful, culminating with Al Pacino announcing the award for Best Picture (which went to Oppenheimer). He walked up to “Speak Softly, Love,” from “The Godfather” – which I love.
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At home, I enjoyed some quality time with Neo, and lovely walks
And managed to snap this photo of a duck in the pool!
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I traveled to So Cal this week – LA for President Gebru’s investiture and then to San Diego where I gave the McFarlane Lecture for the SDSU Alumni CCLEAD Alumni Group and then the Community College League of California’s annual CEO Symposium.
The LA City College Choir did a wonderful rendition of Lift Every Voice and Sing.
I so love San Diego and brought back a little beach scene for you.
Good morning California.
It is March 16, 2025.
A good day to be a Community College Champion
From California Community Colleges.
Our Time is Now!
Merced College Driving Innovations in Agricultural Education
for the Valley and Beyond
Artificial intelligence, automation, electric vehicles, and robotics are reshaping the landscape of agriculture, as evidenced by the AgTechX Summit held at Merced College on March 7. Agricultural professionals, local farmers, and leaders at Merced College shared cutting-edge technology, discussed the future of the industry, and highlighted Merced College’s pivotal role in agricultural education, showcasing a new AgTEC Innovation Center currently in development.
College of Marin Library Receives Insight Into Diversity Magazine’s
2024 LEAD Award
The College of Marin (COM) Library received the 2024 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity (LEAD) Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education. The LEAD Award honors academic libraries’ programs and initiatives that encourage and support DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) across their campus. These include, but are not limited to research, technology, accessibility, exhibitions, and community outreach.
Contra Costa College Hosts 12th Annual Dreamers Conference
The 12th Annual Dreamers Conference was a free event for undocumented students and allies in the Contra Costa Community College District (4cd). The conference provided information, resources, and support for dreamers to succeed in their academic and career goals.
Coastline Community College Submits Competency-Based Education Direct Assessment Application to the Department of Education
Coastline College has officially submitted their Direct Assessment Competency-Based Education (CBE) application to the Department of Education. This significant step forward aligns with Coastline’s commitment to providing flexible, high-quality education that meets the needs of their diverse student body. Coastline College is the first community college to submit their application as part of the California Community College Chancellor’s Office’s CBE Pilot project.
In Case You Missed It
2024 Systemwide Webinars
The California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office next Systemwide Webinar is set for Wednesday, April 3, from 9-10 am. Please join us for Our Time is Now! Advancing California’s Economy Through Community Colleges.
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Student Housing Virtual Forum –
The True Price Tag: Calculating the 24-Hour Cost of Student Housing
The Chancellor’s Office is hosting a series of virtual and in-person professional development events to support California Community Colleges student housing programs. This Student Housing Virtual Forum will feature a panel of student housing professionals who will be discussing the total cost of ownership of operating student housing, providing tools to calculate the lifetime costs of housing operations and the challenges and considerations for transitioning to 24/7 operations. Panelists will engage with virtual attendees and there will be a chance to answer questions.
The next virtual forum is Tuesday, April 9 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Fun Photos & Spotted on Social Media
From San Jose City College:
On Pi Day, we celebrated the ribbon-cutting ceremony for SJCC’s MESA Center, which supports educationally and economically disadvantaged students in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) transfer pipeline.
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From LA City College:
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the investiture of President Dr. Gebru at #LACC! Dr. Gebru’s leadership promises a future of excellence & community impact. Together, we’re embarking on a journey towards an even brighter future for our college and community.
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From Clovis Community College:
And more fabulous photos from the President’s Luncheon w/Dr. Kim E. Armstrong. We truly appreciate everyone’s support. @scccd @DrGoldsmith777 @cccwelcomecenter #GoCrush#ThankfulForStudents Link to photos: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBgQbH
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And I’d like to extend my well-wishes to this group of CCC students in Barcelona:
A cohort of Citrus College students – as well as students from other Southern California Foothills Consortium Colleges – are currently learning in Barcelona!
Blast from the Past
It’s been four years since the Covid-19 pandemic shut down our colleges – and much of our world. I’d like to share the message I sent out to our Bakersfield College community on March 17, 2020:
And From the Home of the Renegades
Bakersfield College Welcomes New President, Dr. Jerry Fliger
Bakersfield College is proud to welcome Dr. Jerry Fliger as its new President. Dr. Fliger’s appointment by KCCD comes after a comprehensive nationwide search, spearheaded by a committee of faculty, students, and alumni, aimed at finding a visionary leader capable of navigating the complex challenges facing higher education today.
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Remember – our greatest challenges enable us to do our greatest work.
That’s all for today.
See you next Saturday!
With much hope and joy,
Your Chancellor,
-sonya
#OurTimeisNow
#NuestroTiempoEsAhora