Academic Senate for California Community Colleges

📢 Register Now for the Fall Plenary Session!
📅 Nov 7-9, 2024 | 📍 In-person (Visalia) or online

This year's theme: Cultivating Student Success Through Faculty Engagement, Practice, and Community.

🎟 In-Person: $575 (Ends Oct. 24)
🎟 Virtual: $425 (Ends Oct. 30)

⛳ Golf Fundraiser – Nov 7, 6-8 PM at Mulligans Indoor Golf!
Golfers: $25 | Non-Golfers: $10 | Raffle + Prizes!
No reservations needed.

For more information about the Fall Plenary Session, visit our webpage: https://www.asccc.org/events/2024-fall-plenary-sessioN

Undocumented students are a vital part of our community but face barriers to employment and stability. This year’s USAW theme centers on collective action to create more opportunities for all. Together, we can build a more inclusive system that helps undocumented students succeed.

Why Attend USAW?
As the largest system serving undocumented students, we play a key role in their success. USAW offers a platform to:

• Raise awareness
• Discuss solutions
• Build collaboration
• Promote a unified approach

Register today for a week of webinars and an in-person event featuring keynote speaker Cinthya Cisneros, owner of La Cheve Bakery & Brews. Her journey from undocumented student to successful restaurateur embodies the resilience and innovation we aim to inspire.

Register through this link: https://shorturl.at/EfFV1

ASCCC President Cheryl Aschenbach shared valuable insights on the critical role of academic leadership in shaping policies that better serve California’s diverse student population at the Noncredit Summit.

Part of the Vision 2030 series, the Summit highlighted the transformative impact of noncredit education on adult learners, emphasizing its growing importance in expanding access and opportunities for lifelong learning.

This week, the ASCCC has been actively participating in various partner conferences! From the Strengthening Student Success event with the RP Group to the GIA 2024 Toward a Shared Vision Conference, our board members have proudly represented our community of over 56,000 faculty across the system, delivering impactful presentations and engaging with fellow educators.

The Academic Senate Foundation is excited to announce that our Area Competition fundraising efforts are now a year-long competition! No longer limited to the Spring Session, this new format gives everyone more opportunities to support the Foundation and make a lasting impact throughout the year. And don’t forget—Giving Tuesday is just around the corner! It’s the perfect time to kick off the competition and rally your colleagues to raise funds that provide faculty with vital scholarships for professional development. Let’s work together to ensure our educators have the resources they need to succeed—every contribution counts!

Register today for the Fall Plenary Session! https://shorturl.at/y0cnN

Happy weekend!

Save and Date for Giving Tuesday!

What is Giving Tuesday? It's a day of generosity! Every year, on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, nonprofits band together to raise funds. Every contribution, big or small, significantly impacts the work of the Academic Senate Foundation and the academic community we serve. Save the date on your calendar for December 3rd! Add this event to your calendar! https://shorturl.at/C8r5o

It's never too early to give! Access your Area links here: https://shorturl.at/CAeLh

Elevate your influence and drive positive change!

Don't miss the opportunity to join us for our highly anticipated 2024 Fall Plenary Session!

Get ready to immerse yourself in engaging breakout sessions, gain valuable insights from our keynote presentations, and participate in interactive discussions designed to equip you with fresh perspectives and practical tools to make a meaningful impact on college campuses. Register here: https://shorturl.at/ASoPV

Who else but the ASCCC president would choose to celebrate their birthday at a board meeting?? Happy we got to celebrate this amazing leader during our meeting! 🥳

The Academic Senate Foundation is thrilled to announce two scholarships are now available: for the 2024 Fall Plenary Session and Colegas Annual Conference!

The 2024 Fall Plenary Session is offering four in-person and eight virtual awards. The Fall Plenary Session will be held in Visalia on November 7-9. The deadline for applications is October 2, 2024, before 5:00 pm. Access the scholarship form through this link: https://shorturl.at/YsmgX

The Colegas Annual Scholarship is offering four (4) in-person awards. The conference will be held in Sacramento on November 5-6. The deadline for applications is October 9, 2024, before 5:00 pm. Access the scholarship form through this link: https://shorturl.at/sZyj4

These scholarships are open to all faculty. Scholarship recipients will be notified two weeks after submission.

Exciting News! The Academic Senate Foundation is offering FOUR scholarships for the NANDI Conference in San Diego on October 3rd and 4th!

The deadline to submit your application is September 12, 2024, by 5:00 pm.

This scholarship is open to all faculty.

Please complete the Academic Senate Foundation Scholarship Award: NANDI Conference form through this link: https://asfccc.com/faculty-scholarship-application-form-for-the-2024-nandi-conference/

The Academic Senate Foundation and ASCCC met in Sacramento to discuss upcoming programs and events for over 60,000 faculty members. An exciting scholarship opportunity will be announced today, so monitor your emails and be the first to apply!

If you'd like to receive ASCCC announcements in the future, please subscribe using this link: https://asccc.org/sign-our-newsletters.

ASCCC would like to introduce our Board Members who go above and beyond to support the mission and work of ASCCC. Our spotlight begins with our Board President, Cheryl Aschenbach!

“I was first elected to the ASCCC Executive Committee in 2015 as an At-Large Representative. I have also served as North Rep, Secretary, Vice President, and now President. This is my tenth year of service in the ASCCC Executive Committee.”

What is your:

Favorite Color? Blue
Favorite Season? Spring
Dogs or Cats? With four of them, that's an easy answer...DOGS!
Coffee or Tea? Iced tea, always

Read Cheryl's full board member spotlight in our latest newsletter here: https://shorturl.at/X3BdN

Amy, ASCCC's OERI Program Specialist, shares her tranquil summer!

Amy enjoyed a weekend vacation at Lake Tahoe with her in-laws, where they were lucky enough to witness the rare occurrence of the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) in California.

At the French Market Marin, an outdoor vintage and antique market held every second Sunday in San Rafael, Amy discovered vintage fabrics perfect for making adorable bags.

Although the strawberry season is nearly over, the local strawberry farm in West Sacramento is still enjoying an abundance of strawberries!

Tux, or Tuxy, is a friendly neighborhood cat who often visits his other neighbors to say hi. Tux is relaxing on the front lawn of Amy’s home.

Nothing beats exploring new places while enjoying some amazing local food. The ASCCC Executive Committee is known to take their pre- and post- dinner walks seriously! Check out this crew walking in that Sacramento heat!

A great start to our Executive Committee meeting weekend, learning about the principles of cultural humility, and visiting the ASCCC Office Team at the Senate Office! What a wonderful group of people leading the ASCCC!

Summer is here! ASCCC President Cheryl Aschenbach and her family explored the stunning landscapes of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park. They marveled at geysers, hot springs, rugged mountains, and lush forests, encountering majestic bison and other wildlife. Now that's a cool summer!

Photos in order:
Aschenbach and family at Yellowstone’s Grand Prismatic Spring
Aschenbach and family with their furfamily members at Grand Teton National Park.
Aschenbach and family at the entrance of the Elk Antler Arches at Grand Teton National Park
Aschenbach furfamily relaxing on the cool grass of Grand Teton National Park.
Yellowstone’s Old Faithful
Yellowstone’s Sapphire Pool
Yellowstone’s Emerald Spring
Yellowstone's Dragon's Mouth
Yellowstone’s Firehole River
Yellowstone’s Bison Vista
Close-up of a bison (Yellowstone)

Don't miss out on Cal OER 2024!

Register now and secure your spot for this impactful virtual event, where we'll explore the latest OER efforts and their impact across California’s higher education systems. The registration fee is only $25 and the last day to sign up is August 6th!

Sign up through this link: https://shorturl.at/RGhvr

Be part of the conversation and help shape the future of open education!

Act Now! Help Shape ASCCC’s Future!

Submit your Volunteer to Serve form and make a difference!
https://www.asccc.org/volunteer-serve-committee

We’re diversifying our committee representation and we need your help. Encourage colleagues, especially from underserved groups, to join.

Bring your expertise and voice to the table on important academic matters. We seek faculty from all disciplines, colleges, backgrounds, and life experiences to ensure diverse perspectives.

Visit our website at https://www.asccc.org/ and explore all our committees under the Communities tab.

What an AMAZING turnout at the Noncredit Institute! Over 200 attendees joined us to discuss ways in which we can support our students and create equitable outcomes through noncredit education.

Shout out to the Noncredit, Pre-Transfer, and Continuing Education Committee for putting on a wonderful and engaging program!

You can find more ASCCC professional learning events by visiting asccc.org/calendar/list/events!

Look at this phenomenal group of women leading the largest system of higher education in the nation! What a photo to celebrate women in leadership for Women's History month!

Left to right: Cheryl Aschenbach, ASCCC; Jennifer Perry, CCC BoG; Adrienne Brown, CCC BoG; Amy Costa, CCC BoG; Sonya Christian, Chancellor; Hilde Aguinaldo, CCC BoG; Pam Haynes, CCC BoG; Casey Chang, CCC BoG; Nan Gomez-Heitzeberg, CCC BoG

Congratulations to this year's Hayward Award winners! This award honors community college full-time and part-time faculty who demonstrate the highest level of commitment to their students, college, and profession.

The Hayward Award winners were honored during the March Board of Governor's meeting.

The 2023 Accreditation Institute is now a one-day virtual event! This means you can get all the info you need to prepare for the 2024 Standards from the comfort of your own office, your home, or wherever you choose! You'll hear from a variety of speakers and panelists, including representatives from the ACCJC, as well as experts in accreditation and equity. Register today: https://bit.ly/2023AccreditationInstitute