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Woodland Community College
WCC Awarded Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) Grant to Launch the Escalera STEM Initiative
Woodland Community College (WCC) has been awarded a prestigious Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) grant by the U.S. Department of Education. The grant will be used to launch the Escalera initiative, a campus-wide strategy designed to support Hispanic/Latinx students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. STEM jobs are among the fastest-growing and highest-paying sectors. The college is looking forward to bringing everyone together to launch efforts in creating equitable pathways to success.
Permanent Ballot Drop Box
On September 17, WCC unveiled a new permanent ballot drop box, which was made possible thanks to the support of the Yolo County Elections Office. The new ballot drop box provides a secure, convenient way for students and community members to participate in elections.
Undocumented Student Action Week
On October 18, WCC has the honor of hosting the Statewide Undocumented Student Action Week conference. This year’s event promises to inspire collaboration and advocacy focused on supporting undocumented students in our system.
Friday, October 18, 2024
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration is now open: 2024 Undocumented Student Action Conference (cventevents.com)
Soccer 2024 Schedule 
Cheer on the Eagles! Full soccer schedule linked here.
Yuba College
Employee Spotlight Recognition
At the September 12 Board Meeting, Cinthya Greco, DSPS Clerical Assistant, was honored in the Employee Spotlight for her exceptional dedication and contributions to the college. Her commitment to supporting students and staff has made a lasting impact, and her recognition is well-deserved. Congratulations, Cinthya, on this outstanding achievement!
Happenings Around The College
October 1: M. Soccer vs. Contra Costa College, 4:00 p.m.
October 2: Volleyball vs. Napa Valley College, 6:00 p.m.
October 8: W. Soccer vs. Solano College, 4:00 p.m.
October 9: Volleyball vs. Mendocino College, 6:00 p.m.
October 11: W. Soccer vs. Mendocino College, 2:00 p.m.
October 11: M. Soccer vs. Mendocino College, 4:00 p.m.
October 12: Football vs. Hartnell College, 6:00 p.m.
October 16: Volleyball vs. Contra Costa College, 6:00 p.m.
October 18: W. Soccer vs. Napa Valley College, 2:00 p.m.
October 18: M. Soccer vs. Woodland College, 4:00 p.m.
October 23: Volleyball vs. Los Medanos College, 6:00 p.m.
October 25: Trunk or Treat, YC-Marysville, West Parking Lot, 6:00-8:30 p.m.
October 25: W. Soccer vs. Contra Costa College, 4:00 p.m.
October 26: Football vs. College of the Redwoods, 6:00 p.m.
Full Yuba College sports schedules are linked here.
District Offices News
In Honor of Dr. Matt Clark
At the September 12 Board Meeting, the Board adopted Resolution 24-25, honoring the life and contributions of Woodland Community College Professor, Dr. Matthew Clark. Dr. Clark’s 32-year career was marked by his unwavering dedication to student success and educational excellence. In recognition of his impact, the Board also approved the naming of Room 815 at Woodland Community College as the ‘Matt Clark Math Center.’ Dr. Clark’s family attended the meeting and were present for the tribute, highlighting the appreciation and respect for his legacy within the District community.
Student Trustee Update
At the September 12 Board Meeting, the Oath of Office was given to 2024-2025 Student Trustee Shawn Tan. We are excited to welcome both Student Trustees Tan and Grewal to the Board and look forward to their valuable input. We appreciate their dedication and commitment to making a difference.
Partnership Meeting with Area County Supervisors to Address Workforce Shortage Challenges
On September 11, the YCCD executive team (Presidents Dotson and Navarette, Vice Chancellor Lolland, Yuba College Vice President Brown, and Woodland Community College Vice President Sorensen, and Chancellor Pan) met with four County Supervisors (Lake County Supervisor Sabatier, Yuba County Supervisor Bradford, Colusa County Supervisor Boes, and Tara Thronson representing Yolo County Supervisor Frerichs) at the YCCD Colusa County Center. The meeting was called to understand the workforce shortage problem faced by area counties and explore strategies to address the challenges through partnership. During the meeting, county supervisors shared data on the number of job vacancies and hard-to-fill positions and engaged District administrators in a thoughtful discussion on how YCCD can be a solution.
YCCD team members are reviewing the data shared by county supervisors, holding internal discussions, and brainstorming strategies. We are scheduling several follow-up meetings, with the next meeting being scheduled for the month of November.
Chancellor’s Open Door
Chancellor Pan will be on campus, monthly, to meet and interact with faculty, staff, and students who would like to stop by during the “Open Door” period. Below are the upcoming dates/times. No appointment is necessary.
Lake County Campus, Room TBD
Monday, October 28, 2024
From 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Woodland Community College, Academic Senate Office
Thursday, October 3, 2024
From 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Yuba College, Staff Lounge
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
From 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
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District Office, Chancellor’s Office
Thursday, October 17, 2024
From 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Next Regular Board Meeting
The Board of Trustees will meet for their regular meeting on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at Yuba Community College, Flavors Building. The agenda will be released 72-hours prior to the meeting here.
District Security Reminder
There is a new Risk Management webpage where you will soon be able to locate various safety-related matters: https://www.yccd.edu/district-services/hr/risk-management/.
As a reminder, During the security transition, we want to remind you of the following:
Emergency and Non-Emergency Protocol:
In case of an emergency, please dial 911
Non-Emergency Contact:
For non-emergency assistance, reach out to the security guards at the following contact information:
Yuba College: (530) 870-1158
Woodland Community College: (530) 681-8782
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Fiscal Update
California is facing a substantial financial shortfall, with a projected $45 billion deficit for 2024-25 and $30 billion for 2025-26, due to revenue shortfalls and tax payment delays. The 2024-25 General Fund spending is set at $211.5 billion, which is 6.4% less than the previous year. The state budget includes the following measures to address the financial shortfalls:
- State departments funding reduction of 7.95% and elimination of vacant positions.
- Funding delays
- Program cuts
- Borrowing to manage shortfalls
Proposition 98 funding faced overpayments in 2022. The state has decided to postpone repaying $8.8 billion in overpayments, with $6.2 billion to be repaid starting fiscal year 2026-27 and $2.6 billion deferred to 2023-24. Proposition 98 is suspended for 2023-24, creating an $8 billion “maintenance factor” to be returned in future years.
California Community Colleges Budget Highlights
- Deferrals and Funding Adjustments: $446.4 million from Student Centered Funding Formula (SCFF) for 2023-24 deferred to 2024-25; $243.7 million from SCFF for 2024-25 deferred to 2025-26.
- PSSSA Support: $545.9 million for apportionment costs; $241.8 million for a 2022-23 categorical program deferral.
- Impact Assessment: No cash flow interruption expected from 2023-24 to 2024-25 deferral; impact of 2024-25 to 2025-26 deferral to be assessed.
- Part-time Faculty Office Hours Program: Reimbursement rate increased from 50% to 90%.
Major Policy Decisions
- Stability and Progress: Focus on maintaining stability and advancing the multi-year Roadmap from the 2022-23 budget.
- Nursing and Childcare: Reduction in Strong Workforce general allocation to fund $60 million for nursing and $5 million for low-income homecare and childcare.
- Ongoing Apportionment: 1.07% COLA and 0.50% growth for community college apportionments.
- One-Time Appropriations:
- Credit for Prior Learning: $6 million for a demonstration project.
- e-Transcript California: $12 million to expand to all 116 colleges.
- FAFSA Support: $20 million for financial aid administration.
- Affordable Student Housing: $804.7 million statewide lease revenue bond program.
- Cal Grant Reform: Delayed due to revenue constraints.
Yuba Community College District Proposed Budget for Adoption
In considering the final budget for adoption for 2024-25, the Yuba Community College District Governing Board reviewed both the state budget, joint analysis, and the District’s multi-year financial projections based on a set of assumptions. The budget presentation along with budget handbook and summary pages have been reviewed by the District Consultation and Coordination Council (DC3), Finance and Audit Committee of the Board prior to it being considered by the Governing Board. There were two multi-year financial projections to the board for review and consideration. The budget recommended and approved by the board is built upon the “Current SCFF Metrics” scenario. The District will bring forward a revised budget to the Governing Board if the district’s planning memo assumptions come into fruition.
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Night of Scholars
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Recently Reviewed Board Policies & Administrative Procedures
The below Board Policies (BP) and Administrative Procedures (AP) were reviewed, with noted updates and finalized in Board Docs. The AP’s reviewed will go to the Board in the summer as an informational item, per standard practice.
Minor Updates Needed Based on CCLC Update #44:
AP 2325 – Teleconference Meetings – Updated language to align with the Brown Act.
AP 2710 – Conflict of Interest – Updated language regarding the prohibition on outside employment that is inconsistent, incompatible, or in conflict.
BP 2430 – Chancellor – Updated to revise the reference to the ACCJC Accreditation Standard language.
BP 2715 – Code of Ethics – Updated to revise the reference to the ACCJC Accreditation Standard language.
BP 1200 – District Mission – Updated to include language on regular review of Mission.
BP 2010 – Board Membership – Updated to include inclusive pronouns.
BP 2015 – Student Member – Updated to add voting privileges for student members and clarify the student member’s rights pursuant to changes in the Education Code.
BP 2310 – Regular Meetings of the Board – Updated to remove provision regarding meetings during proclaimed states of emergency pursuant to changes in the Government Code.
BP 2315 – Closed Sessions – Updated to add references to the Government Code and the associate language.
BP 2355 – Decorum – Updated to add references to the Government Code and the associate language.
BP 2410 – Board Policies and Administrative Procedures – Updated to revise the reference to the ACCJC Accreditation Standard language.
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Mission Statement: Yuba Community College District provides all individuals in our diverse communities access to high-quality, affordable higher education that is responsive to student needs. Our mission is to inspire and advocate for student success through our passion and commitment to teaching, learning, and social justice.
Vision: Our vision is to empower our students and strengthen our communities by providing equitable, student-centered learning opportunities.
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