Accountability. Stability. Re-Engage Learning in a Post-Covid Environment.

I will:

• Promote accountability at all levels

• Promote financial stability, so that the Colleges are effectively positioned for longevity

• Utilize data in budget planning to ensure public funds are allocated responsibly with a focus on serving students and promoting student learning

• Promote quality education by enhancing facilities, promoting professional development for faculty, increasing student support services, build stronger partnerships with community groups, high schools, and universities

• Promote robust student, faculty, and classified professional voices through effective participatory governance

• Build a culture of respect at the board level that demonstrates its value of students, faculty, staff, and the community

• Promote strategies that re-engage learning in a post-Covid environment

I have :

• led the PCCD Board as President for two years

• led the PCCD Board as Vice President for one year

• led PCCD through its removal from ACCJC Probation

• served on DEI committees at the state level

• Taught in the CCC and CSU systems for twenty years and bring a deep understanding of issues that exist in providing educational opportunities for all students

• Served on several accreditation team visits and understand the role of governing boards

• Served as Commissioner on the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC)

• Advocated vigorously for the Arts and for Civic and Global Citizenship at the local and state levels

• Served on Statewide Academic Senate (ASCCC) committees and understand the complex triangular relationship between state mandates, system initiatives and local implementation

• Actively served as VP of my local Academic Senate and understand participatory governance processes, budget, and enrollment management issues