Governing Board Meeting Highlights
At the September 18 meeting, the Governing Board:
- Unanimously approved the district’s 2007-2008 Adoption Budget, which includes funding for new programs and services, and four new faculty positions and three new classified positions;
- Ratified the 2006-2007 CSEA agreement;
- Trustee Deanna Weeks praised all those involved at both colleges for working to increase enrollment;
- Welcomed new Classified employee Christina Risch, Child Development Center Aide;
- Congratulated Judith Canedy, Child Development Center Assistant on her new assignment.
Other Governing Board highlights will appear in the Courier which is distributed electronically from the District Office. Hard copies are available in the Mail Room.
Enrollment
As of Census day, September 4, our enrollment for Fall 2007 is holding steady at a 5.1% increase over last year at this time. I am hopeful that when we include the figures for Second Eight Week classes which begin the week of October 15, we will be ahead of our goal. I would like to recognize the efforts of the entire team: recruitment, outreach, student services to help convert the 6% increase in applications to student in seats.
TOPFall Scholarship Awards Breakfast Benefits 30 Students
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Thanks to Governing Board Member Bill Garrett, and Foundation Board Member Judy Garrett, for joining us September 8th for the Fall Scholarship Awards Breakfast, co-sponsored by the Grossmont College Foundation and Scholarship Office. Attendance was at an all time high with 102 people present. Thirty outstanding students received a total of nearly $16,000 to help them achieve their educational goals.
Fall Sports Underway
Here are some interesting early-Fall assessments:
- Football is ranked 6th in the nation by JC Gridwire
- Women's Soccer is the defending Pacific Coast Conference Champion, two years in a row;
- Men's Water Polo is the defending Pacific Coast Conference Champion, for six years in a row;
- Women's Water Polo, last year’s runner-up, looks to finish on top this year with a strong recruiting class;
- Women's Volleyball will be greatly improved this year based on the strength of Coach Ivers’ Freshman Recruiting Class;
- Cross Country has doubled the size of their squad this year which should equate to more depth and success.
Creative Services Begins New Year With New Names
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Earlier this year you approved title changes for our employees in three departments: Graphics, Word Processing, and Photography. Now those three departments, plus Instructional Design Technology, are collectively known as ‘Creative Services.’ According to Kats Gustafson, Dean, Division of Learning and Technology Resources, the titles reflect designations consistent with current industry practices. Drop by and meet the Creative Services team in the Library.
Jamie Gassert Awarded NCMPR Scholarship For Conference
Speaking of Creative Services, we are pleased to report that seven Grossmont College marketing and academic publications will receive Medallion awards at the upcoming National Conference for Marketing and Public Relations District 6 annual conference. Jamie Gassert, Graphics Coordinator, received a scholarship from the organization to help offset much of the cost of her conference registration. Congratulations to Jamie and to our creative team!
TOPGrossmont Foundation 'Night At The Padres' Sold Out
One hundred Padres fans came together last night to enjoy a BarBQue and Night at the Padres in what has become a very popular annual Foundation event. Thanks to Rick and Joan Alexander for joining us, along with Foundation Board Members Steve Devan, Shannon O’Dunn, Jim Spillers and Ernie Ewin. There were ‘goody bags’ and game prizes for everyone. The evening was a home run!
TOPFoundation Full Speed Ahead Toward Gala
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Meanwhile, our Grossmont College Foundation is also in full forward gear as we approach the “It’s a New Day” Gala October 20. I look forward to seeing everyone there as we enjoy the opportunity to raise funds (and raise the paddle) for Grossmont College students and programs.
G.C. Faculty Musician Performs National Anthem For Padres Audience
Fred Benedetti, Grossmont College Associate Professor of Music, played the national anthem on guitar at the San Diego Padres game in Petco Park, August 17.
TOPWorld Arts And Culture Committee Plans Semester's Events
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Agustin Albarran, Assistant Dean, Student Affairs, our World Arts and Culture Committee is reinvigorated, having spent the summer organizing the lineup for the Fall.
We celebrated Mexican Independence Day in the Main Quad Thursday, September 13, with live Mariachi entertainment and a presentation by history professor Carlos Contreras. Thanks to co-chairs Yolanda Guerrero and Edda Temoche-Weldele.
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Constitution Day Events were coordinated by Joe Braunwarth of the Political Science department. Featured topics included “U.S. vs. John Lennon”, an open microphone about “What the U.S. Constitution Means to Me” (The open microphone is tentative) and distribution of Constitution Day packets and booklets in the Main Quad.
Accreditation Site Team Expected October 22
It’s now just a bit more than a month until our Accreditation Site Team begins its visit October 22. I wish to thank our logistics team members who will be helping coordinate the team’s activities: Bernadette Black, Linda Daley, Patty Sparks and Arlene Stone, all from the president’s office, as well as Dr. Pamela Amor, our Accreditation Liaison Officer.
TOPFoundation Board Established Memorial Scholarship
The Foundation Board is pleased to announce the establishment of the Albert & June Van Zanten Memorial Scholarship by their daughter Ms. Jonna Waite. The new scholarship is established to assist incoming freshmen who have left the foster care system. Albert Van Zanten was a former Trustee of the GCCCD (1981-85) and former Mayor of El Cajon. The Grossmont College Foundation welcomes all inquiries regarding giving opportunities at www.grossmontcollegefoundation.org
TOPJoe Orate Selected To Participate In Southern California Chef's Championship Lobster Competition
Joe Orate has been selected to participate in the Southern California Chef’s Championship Lobster Competition on October 1st at Barona Valley Ranch and Resort. The competition is sponsored by Barona and the ACF Chefs and Culinarians of San Diego. Joe is one of 12 premier chefs in San Diego County that will be competing. Some of his competitors are Debra Scott of Island Prime, Jennifer Newbold of Blue Point Coastal Cuisine, and Evan Cruz of Roy’s.
TOPOther Events:
- September 27, 7 p.m. A Celebration of Banned Books, Griffin Gate
- October 2, Art Faculty Exhibition Reception, 7 p.m. Hyde Art Gallery
- October 5, Kickoff for Extreme Makeover, Exercise Science and Wellness Complex, 11 a.m.
- October 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, “Rumors” Stage House Theatre
- October 22, World Arts and Culture Committee Presents Arabic Culture Day, Main Quad 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. This event is coordinated by Sonia Ghattas-Soliman of the Foreign Language Department, along with participation by the Arabic Club and Muslim Student Association.
Dr. Sunita V. Cooke