A new phrase has been added to our lexicon … bomb cyclone….
A bomb cyclone is when a cyclone rapidly strengthens over a 24 hour period. These storms are powerful and can bring torrential downpours, flash floods, high winds, and can cause widespread power outages.
The bomb cyclone that hit the Pacific Northwest this week left more than 500,000 without power.
The National Weather Service in Medford, Oregon, said this storm was tied for the most-intense on record for its location.
I was in San Francisco when it hit. And although my flight was delayed, it was, thankfully, not cancelled.
The CC League’s Annual Convention was in Burlingame right next to the SFO airport. This is the annual convention when the Chancellor of the Community College system gives the State of the System.
I invited BOG members Pamela Hynes and Tom Epstein, and Bill Rawlings to join me for the presentation.
Earlier in the week, we had the Board of Governor’s meeting where we recognized colleges and individuals who are leaders in the energy and sustainability work. Check it out later in the blog.
So glad, someone snapped this photo of the Chancellor’s Office staff and BOG members.
After the BOG meeting, the Exec Team had a planning meeting …. and then as few of us were walking out of the building Linda Vasquez snapped this selfie ….
Then back home to this sweet boy … check out the 43-sec video.
Good morning California.
It is November 23, 2024.
A good day to be a Community College Champion
From California Community Colleges.
Our Time is Now!
California Community Colleges Board of Governors Honors Winners of 2024 Energy and Sustainability Awards
An American Green Zone Alliance certification, a Sustainability Career Center and a brand-new energy-efficient childcare center are among a handful of programs and leaders honored with the 2024 Energy and Sustainability Awards from the California Community Colleges Board of Governors.
A total of six awards were presented at the Board of Governors meeting on Monday, Nov. 18 in Sacramento. The honorees, recognized for their leadership, innovative projects and efforts to achieve environmental sustainability, include Pasadena, San Mateo County and Palo Verde Community College Districts; Orange Coast College; and leaders from San Diego Mesa College and San Bernardino Community College District.
Pasadena City College
San Mateo County CCD
Palo Verde College
Orange Coast College
Farrah Farzaneh, San Bernardino County CCD
Monterey Peninsula College Awarded
American Water Charitable Foundation STEM Education Grant
Monterey Peninsula College Foundation was awarded a STEM Education grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation. With the generous support of this grant, MPC plans to implement a series of hands-on, work-based learning projects to engage at least 75 students and launch an engineering project competition in partnership with other local colleges.
New Inclusivity & Wellness Center Provides a ‘Beacon of Hope’
to Diablo Valley College Students
The opening of the new Inclusivity and Wellness Center at Diablo Valley College represents a significant step forward in supporting the diverse needs of the student body, according to school administration. The administration’s goal with the center is to enable students to focus on their academic pursuits, engage in personal growth, and develop a stronger sense of community and belonging on campus.
Fun Photos & Spotted on Social Media
From Fresno City College:
Governor @GavinNewsom visited @fccwestfresnocenter today & introduced the San Joaquin Valley Jobs First initiative which will create more jobs for our valley!
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From Mt. San Jacinto College:
MSJC students attended the Umoja Conference in LA from October 31 to November 2, 2024. This transformative event aligns with the Umoja program’s mission to enhance African Americans’ and other students’ cultural and educational experiences.
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From Foothill College:
Congratulations to team Legacy Companion, the winners of the 2024 Foothill College Case Competition. They will now present their proposal to Google execs! Thank you to Google for partnering with Foothill on this fantastic experiential learning opportunity.
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And as we wrap up National Apprenticeship Week, check out this video from San Diego College of Continuing Education:
In honor of the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week our Apprenticeship Readiness students and instructors share a special message as they visit the local Iron Workers Union.
And From the Home of the Renegades
BC Hosting In-Person Rural Enrollment Events Through December
The Outreach Department at Bakersfield College is hosting a series of in-person, rural enrollment events now through December. The unique events are designed to help new and returning students in rural areas of Kern County with enrollment, class registration, financial aid questions, and more. Our staff will be available to assist with applications, financial aid, counseling, and other services.
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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
