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BOG at NOCE

Uncategorized September 21, 2025 Leave a comment

This week the Board of Governors headed to the NOCE Anaheim Campus. I love having the opportunity to visit our campuses!

And look who we met – Lindon, NOCE’s first-ever Facility Dog! NOCE does a great job, with innovative ways to keep students, staff and faculty healthy and reduce stress.

We had a wonderful lunch at Cypress Bistro, Cypress College’s student-run bistro, located on the Anaheim campus.

It was a fabulous visit.

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My daughter sent me this beautiful Bessie video.  I thought I would share it with you.

Bessie six years old.  Forever young.

Good morning California.
It is September 20, 2025.
A good day to be a Community College Champion

From California Community Colleges.
Our Time is Now!

Laney College Program Builds Bridge to Union Careers for Students

In a bold step toward expanding access to union careers, Laney College is offering students a direct pathway into high-demand construction trades through a new pre-apprenticeship program. Developed in partnership with the Alameda County Building Trades Council (ACBTC) and the Construction Trades Workforce Initiative (CTWI), the program is already transforming lives and strengthening ties between education and labor.

» Read more!

Barstow Community College and IEHP Foundation Launch
a Three-Year, Community-Driven Health Initiative in Barstow

Barstow Community College (BCC) is proud to announce a new partnership with IEHP Foundation to launch Vibrant Villages, a community-driven health improvement initiative in Barstow through a three-year investment of over $600,000. The college will partner with IEHP Foundation to lead a collaborative initiative aimed at improving health and wellness in the region by working with Barstow community members to identify the critical health priorities for students and all residents of Barstow.

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Landmark $9.2M State Investment in Merced AgTech Alliance Accelerates
Central Valley Innovation and Economic Growth

Ahistorically underserved region is set for transformation as Merced and California’s Central Valley secure a record $9.2 million California Jobs First investment—the state’s largest agtech award to date. The Merced AgTech Alliance, led by the Community Foundation of Merced County, Merced College, UC Merced, and the Reservoir, will launch immediate, shovel-ready projects to create more than 3,000 high-quality jobs, support over 100 agtech startups, and provide 250 internships for underserved populations.

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Transfer Project Update: from CCC ‘demo’ to national stage at CCA

The demonstration status that the Central Valley Transfer Project was conferred by California Community Colleges Chancellor Sonya Christian in 2023 has been elevated with the inclusion of the project into the CCC “Vision 2030,” the system announced recently.

Simultaneously, the Transfer Project became formalized when the California State Legislature and Gov. Gavin Newsom approved state funding for all colleges to align with the “Program Pathways Mapper” software platform that is the Transfer Project’s central feature.  

Now, CVHEC announces that its team will present the Transfer Project at the Complete College America national conference later this fall along with the Central Valley Math Bridge Program presented by College Bridge.

» Read more!

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Clovis Community College Puts Industry 4.0
Into The Hands Of Students & Teachers

Next to the robotic arms, the off-the-shelf miniature smart homes may not appear to be a key part of Clovis Community College’s Automation, Robotics & Mechatronics lab, but this unassuming hardware is providing students and instructors alike with a unique opportunity to build industry-grade automation applications.

Located in Fresno, California, Clovis Community College is well-regarded for its high transfer rate to four-year institutions. Now, by incorporating Ignition into its curriculum, Clovis is giving students in its Automation, Robotics & Mechatronics program the tools to develop a multifaceted skillset suited to both future higher-learning endeavors and local industry.

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Fun Photos & Spotted on Social Media

From Napa Valley College:

Yesterday, we were honored to welcome our community to the rededication of Napa Valley College’s Japanese Tea Garden. First established in 1981 as a gift from our sister city, Iwanuma, Japan, the garden has long been a place of friendship, reflection, and cultural connection.

Thanks to the dedication of alumni and community members, the garden has been lovingly restored through NVC’s Cultural Spaces Initiative. During the ceremony, we witnessed traditional blessings, offered incense, and walked together through the beautifully renewed space. We are grateful to all who joined us in celebrating this special place—a lasting symbol of cultural exchange and community at NVC.

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From Mission College:

We were so happy to see everyone at the Pop Over to Counseling event! It was nice seeing students connecting with our counselors and sharing fun moments yesterday.

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From El Camino College:

Shout out to the Transfer Center for putting together a terrific University Fair! Reps from over 50 colleges and universities were on campus to connect with our Warriors for their next chapter after ECC.

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From San Joaquin Delta College Superintendent/President Dr. Lisa Aguilera Lawrenson:

Happy Latinx Heritage Month! Was reminded once again of Delta’s incredible diversity at our Pachanga Presente flag parade this week

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And check out this video from San Diego Mesa College:

An Exhibit Highlighting African American Women’s Clothing from 1890 to 1963. Curated by Kenneth Green.

And From the Home of the Renegades

Umoja Students Share Stories from Their Study Abroad Opportunity in Egypt

The Umoja program at Bakersfield College recently hosted a discussion panel featuring six students who participated in a study abroad opportunity in Egypt during the Summer. This incredible trip included visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, the Temple of Karnak, the Grand Egyptian Museum, and more.

Several BC students, staff, and administrators gathered in CC 231, eager to hear amazing stories from the panelists. Dr. Paula Parks, Coordinator of the Umoja ASTEP community at BC, welcomed attendees and expressed excitement that the students had the opportunity to share their experiences in Egypt.

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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

July 19, 2025

Uncategorized July 19, 2025 Leave a comment

Happy Saturday from Manzanita, Oregon. I have to say it’s exactly what I needed after the hot days in the central valley.

The skies have been overcast – which is perfect. That soft gray light, the cool air, highs around 65, lows dipping into the mid-50s.  it’s great sweatshirt weather.

Started the morning with a slice of marionberry coffee cake from Manzanita News and Espresso, a local café. Walked through the little shops in town…lots of handmade stuff, a couple of galleries, and of course, salt water taffy everywhere. That seems to be the universal language of every coastal town I have been to.

The drive on Highway 26 from PDX to the coast was beautiful. Huge trees, and everything is just green. Layers and layers of green.

Here is a photo that I snapped for you this morning.

Good morning California.
It is July 19, 2025.
A good day to be a Community College Champion

From California Community Colleges.
Our Time is Now!

Hartnell College Students Perform Original Play
at Prestigious BorderLight Theatre Festival in Cleveland

A group of nine Hartnell College students and two faculty members is heading to Cleveland, Ohio, to present their original production, Get with the Times, Jane! at the acclaimed BorderLight Theatre Festival, an international showcase known for celebrating boundary-pushing, socially engaged, and independent theatre.

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Río Hondo College Awarded $20,000 Grant
for LEGACIE+ Male Success Initiatives

California State University Dominguez Hills, on behalf of Toro Auxiliary Partners, has awarded Río Hondo College a $20,000 grant to support the college’s LEGACIE+ Male Success Initiatives program, aimed at improving the academic and social outcomes of men of color.

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 City College of San Francisco Engineering Club
Races to Victory at Statewide Solar Regatta

The City College of San Francisco Engineering Club has once again shown remarkable ingenuity and team collaboration by winning the 2025 Sacramento Municipal Utility District’s (SMUD) California Solar Regatta, held on May 3, 2025, at the Rancho Seco Recreation Area. The CCSF Engineering Club has now won the SMUD Regatta Cup in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2025, making the college one of the most decorated in the event’s history.

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Mother, Daughter Overcame the Odds to Graduate
from Merced College With Honors

We asked Karen Navarro-Estrada and Moriah Cortez what message they could send to people who, like them, weren’t great students growing up, or even to anyone reading about this mother-daughter team that defied expectations at Merced College.

They said the same thing: “If I can do this, anyone can.”

Navarro-Estrada, 52, is mother to Cortez, 27, and they both graduated with honors from Merced College on May 23.

Both Navarro-Estrada and Cortez started in the Merced College Online program. Mom chose to study Psychology, and daughter chose to study Administration of Justice.

They also, as Navarro-Estrada says, “broke generational curses.”

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Fun Photos & Spotted on Social Media

From College of the Desert – three of our colleges’ mascots!

Rodney has been spending their summer break with some friends! @chaffeycollege @mycraftonhills

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From El Camino College:

El Camino’s architecture students showcased their spring designs for their final presentations last month. The June event was host to dynamic environmental designs with low ecological impact for locations in and around the South Bay.

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From Fresno City College:

@scccd & @downtownfresno commemorated the opening of the newly installed downtown Mural thanks to the work of Fresno City College faculty & local artist, @love_danieldemeza & the contributions of Fresno City College student artists.

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From Compton College:

Spectrum News Los Angeles did a story on Compton College’s One Meal Per Day Program! Find out how this program is helping our students and staff for their daily needs:

And From the Home of the Renegades

BC Hosts Project HireUp’s Summer 2025 Graduation

Bakersfield College and the CityServe Educational Collaborative hosted a special graduation ceremony to celebrate the participants of Cohort #15 of Project HireUp

Project HireUp aims to decrease homelessness in the community through a creative and innovative partnership that supports students currently experiencing housing insecurity or other setbacks. Project HireUp and CityServe Educational Collaborative will continue to host three cohorts a year – Spring, Summer, and Fall, with a capacity of thirty students per cohort.

» Read more!

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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

Celebrating Women’s History Month in California Community Colleges

Uncategorized March 29, 2025 1 Comment

Just wrapped up Board week…. Since March is Women’s History Month we have started wearing white at the March meeting….

Here is a fun photo from last year’s March Board of Governors.

At the meeting, we honored three faculty with the prestigious 2024-25 Gerald C. HAyward awards for Excellence in Education

History Instructor Stacey Marie Svilich of Feather River College, Math Professor Leila Safaralian of MiraCosta College, and Business Professor Denise Bushnell of Sierra College were honored at the March 25 Board of Governors meeting in Sacramento.

Stacey Marie Svilich
Leila Safaralian
Denise Bushnell

The Hayward Award for Excellence in Education program, established in 1989 and named in honor of former California Community College Chancellor Gerald C. Hayward, are presented annually to celebrate outstanding community college faculty members for their commitment to their students, college and profession.

It is so nice to be able to celebrate our amazing faculty.

After the BOG meeting, I headed to UCLA to present at the Blue Economy Intersegmental conference.
Our community colleges are doing great work in this space. 15 community colleges are collaborating with AltaSea to develop the Blue Economy Climate Action Pathways (BECAP) certification program, with new curriculum and programs to fill the next generation of jobs focused on the ocean. The curriculum includes Regenerative Aquaculture, Ocean Renewable Energy & Clean Air, Blue Tech & Underwater Robotics, and Ecosystems Conservation and Restoration.

The picture below is with three of the five climate fellows – from left top right: Holly Bailey-Hoffman, myself, Carla Grandy, Tonya Huff, and our Vice Chancellor for Workforce Anthony Cordova.

It is always great to see Dr. Ellen Morris at climate events.

Headed back home towards the end of the week to my boy Neo.

We also had feathered visitors in the backyard. Check out the 19-sec video below.

Spring is the best time in Bakersfield.

Snapped pictures of beautiful flowers in the neighborhoods and parks on my walks with Neo –

A talented gardener must live in this house…

Good morning California.
It is March 29, 2025.
A good day to be a Community College Champion

From California Community Colleges.
Our Time is Now!

Merced College’s Innovative Ag Program Gains National Attention

Merced College’s new Agricultural Systems certificate program has received national attention, recently being featured in a national CBS News segment highlighting its innovative approach to career education. The program, which uses a competency-based education (CBE) model, allows students to progress at their own pace by demonstrating mastery in specific skills, preparing them for in-demand jobs in the agricultural industry.

» Read more!

West Valley-Mission District Launches First-in-Nation
Universal Free Meals Program

West Valley-Mission Community College District (WVMCCD) has approved the first universal free meal program at a U.S. community college—a historic initiative that will guarantee every in-person student at West Valley College and Mission College at least one free, nutritious meal each school day. Launching in Fall 2025, the program will also offer expanded support for high-need students. By investing $2.5 million annually, the District is making a long-term commitment to eradicating student hunger and ensuring that no learner has to choose between paying for textbooks or affording lunch.

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Sierra College President Receives Statewide Award for Distinguished Community College Leadership

Sierra College Superintendent/President Willy Duncan has been honored with the Harry Buttimer Distinguished Administrator Award by the Association of California Community College Administrators (ACCCA) for transformational community college leadership and significant contributions to the local community, economy, workforce, and equitable access to higher education.

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Orange Coast College Culinary Team Wins Western Regional Competition

Orange Coast College culinary arts students won the 2025 American Culinary Federation’s Western Regional Student Team Competition in Las Vegas, Nevada on March 15. By earning the highest point value, OCC’s Hot Food Team will represent the western region in the national championship. For the competition, the Hot Food Team was tasked with creating a four-course menu showcasing regional flavors and ingredients. They worked closely with OCC’s Horticulture Department and Marine Science Department to harvest tilapia and aquaponic lettuces used in their competition dishes.

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EdSource: At community colleges, online classes remain popular years after pandemic

More than 40% of community college classes remain online statewide as of this year, about double what it was before the pandemic, and a much higher rate of remote education than exists at the state’s four-year universities. That includes hybrid classes, which mix online and some required in-person instruction. Some colleges also offer HyFlex courses, which give students the option of attending online or in person. The vast majority of the system’s online classes, however, are taught fully online and asynchronously. 

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Fun Photos & Spotted on Social Media

From Gavilan College:

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the 25th Bach to Blues Concert! We had an incredible time celebrating 25 years of music. Your energy and support made the event truly special. All proceeds from the event went to support the Gavilan College Music Program, helping us to continue to foster the next generation of musicians!

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From Citrus College:

Thank you to everyone who attended our 110th Anniversary Gala, “The Magic of Citrus,” on Saturday, March 22! Hosted by the Citrus College Foundation, the event raised funds to increase scholarship opportunities, enhance academic programs and enrich the learning environment.

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From Modesto Junior College:

Let’s get social! Each semester Associated Students of Modesto Junior College hosts Club Rush, an event for students to learn about and join campus clubs of all kinds. This semester brought outside games, music, food, face paintings and 17 club booths ranging in interests from the arts to the sciences. Club Rush is the perfect event for incoming MJC students looking to make friends and explore their academic interests.

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And check out this video from San Diego City College about their recent Professional Learning Center Grand Opening:

And From the Home of the Renegades

BC Hosts Women in Leadership Discussion Panel

This week, the Bakersfield College Student Government Association (BCSGA) hosted Campus Stories: Voices of Female Unconventional Leaders, an inspiring event held at the Renegade Event Center. As part of a series of events celebrating Women’s History Month, the discussion panel featured six BC faculty, staff, and students and was moderated by Olivia Garcia, Professor of History at BC.

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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

It’s a wonderful world

Uncategorized August 24, 2024 Comments: 4

This past week, I have been listening to Louis Armstrong’s Wonderful World….. and what a wonderful world we live in.

A subset of the lyrics

I see skies of blue
And clouds of white
The bright blessed day
The dark sacred night
And I think to myself
What a wonderful world

The colors of the rainbow
So pretty in the sky
Are also on the faces
Of people going by
I see friends shaking hands
Saying, “How do you do?”
They’re really saying
I love you

Did you catch this week’s Supermoon Blue Moon?

The next seasonal Supermoon Blue Moon will be August 21, 2032!

This photograph taken in Rome shows the Super Blue Moon rising over the dome of St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, on August 19, 2024. (Photo by TIZIANA FABI/AFP via Getty Images)

And I saw that a lucky photographer in Colorado caught a double “moonbow” just the day before the Supermoon Blue Moon –

Double rainbow captured in the early hours of the morning on Aug. 18, 2024. (Image credit: Aaron Watson – Skies Alive Photography)

So much beauty in the skies, and closer to home….

My backyard bougainvillea is in full bloom –

Good morning California.
It is August 24, 2024.
A good day to be a Community College Champion

From California Community Colleges.
Our Time is Now!

New El Camino College Program Prepares Students
for Green Jobs in the Building Industry

As demand for “green” jobs grows, today’s El Camino College students are poised to become tomorrow’s leaders in the Green Building Economy. Starting the 2024 Fall Semester, the new Sustainable Design program offers students the opportunity to pursue a Career Training Education (CTE) that prepares them for careers in a variety of professions of the building sector.

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West Valley College Launches Senior Guided Pathways Program

West Valley College and Successful Aging Solutions & Community Consulting , a nonprofit service provider and community consultancy that offers a suite of programs for older adults, have announced they’re launching Senior Guided Pathways, the nation’s first program addressing the intersection of education, aging and job skills training for adults aged 50 and up. Starting this fall, SGP will offer credit and noncredit course bundles at WVC designed to support older Californians facing barriers such as ageism, a rapidly-changing job market, and the lack of training programs tailored to their needs.

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Virtual Becomes Reality as Merced College Launches New Lab, New Year

Hundreds of local students will be transported to an immersive alien landscape to aid in learning the basics of biology this year, thanks to the launch of Merced College’s new Dreamscape Learn Lab. Developed in partnership with Dreamscape Learn and in collaboration with Arizona State University, the lab is the first permanent, brick-and-mortar virtual reality learning facility in the California Community College system to deploy both a Dreamscape Learn classroom and a free-roam pod experience.

» Read more!

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Futures Summit 2024: AI: Powering Tomorrow’s Workforce

Registration is now open for the inaugural Futures Summit 2024: AI: Powering Tomorrow’s Workforce. The summit will be led by California Community Colleges in partnership with Foothill De Anza Community College District on September 10, with an opening reception on September 9.

» Read more & register!

Fun Photos & Spotted on Social Media

From Los Angeles City College:

LACC was honored to host the mayor & delegation of Sejong City, the de facto capital of the Republic of Korea. A celadon King Sejong statue was presented to mark the beginning of our partnership.

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From Foothill College:

Congratulations to our Retail Sales Specialist apprenticeship graduates! Foothill College partnered with Goodwill Industries on this first-of-it’s kind apprenticeship to train Goodwill’s next generation of managers.

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From Ohlone College:

Last week, our CalWORKs students, CARE students, and families joined our EOPs team’s End of Summer picnic. With our CalWORKs and CARE programs, we are honored to assist our EOPs students with vocational/ educational training and educational/personal support. Cheers!

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And check out this video from American River College celebrating their California Early College Academy graduation:

And From the Home of the Renegades

Bakersfield College Set To Welcome Back Students for Fall 2024 Semester

As the summer heat starts to subside, Bakersfield College is excited to welcome back students for the Fall 2024 semester. The official first day of instruction is Saturday, August 24th for weekend courses, and Monday, August 26th for weekday courses. There will be several opportunities for new and returning students to get involved and find community through a series of ‘Welcome Week’ events and activities during the first two weeks of the semester.

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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

A week of beautiful beaches and sunsets

Uncategorized March 16, 2024 1 Comment

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.

» Read more!

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.

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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.

» Learn more!

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.

» Read more!

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.

» Register today!

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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.

» Register today!

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:

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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.

» Read more!

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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