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In this issue...
League Commemorates Anniversaries
 2010 marks both the 20th anniversary of the Community College League of California as well as the 100th year of California's community colleges. The League is proud to celebrate these two momentous anniversaries and would like to extend our appreciation and thanks to all the individuals, firms, and supporters of the largest educational system in the country.
In recognition of this year, we will be hosting a very special Sustaining the Legacy Centennial Dinner honoring the growth and achievements of our colleges over the last
100 years. Please save this date for a very special evening:
Friday, June 18, 2010
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Le Rivage Hotel
Sacramento, California
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Kimi de los Reyes
at kimi@ccleague.org or (916) 444-8641.
2010 Community College Directory
 The latest edition of the Community College Directory is now available. This directory includes a listing of names and email address for trustees, district and college personnel; Board of Governors and Chancellor's Office staff; the Academic Senate; the Community College Foundation and the Foundation Network.
This annual spiral-bound publication also includes a map of the districts and colleges, and a listing of State and National college-related organizations.
Cost of the directory is $18 plus shipping and handling.
If you have any questions, please contact our office at
(916) 444-8641.
Order your copy of the
2010 California Community College Directory
Sustaining the Legacy: The Courage to Lead
2010 Trustees Conference
April 30 – May 2
Hyatt Regency Long Beach
Join the League and your colleagues for the Annual Trustees Conference, an information-packed event that will assist you in providing the best leadership possible for your community and students.
This year’s keynote conference speakers include: Frank Chong, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Community Colleges, Office of Vocational and Adult Education, U.S. Department of Education; Jee Hang Lee, Director of Public Policy, ACCT; Kay McClenney, Director, Center for Community College Student Engagement; and Chris Harrington, Vice President Strategy & Business Development/Chief CSR Officer, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
More Information on Keynote Speakers
In addition, we are planning many valuable sessions and other special events. Find out more…
Online registration is now available. Continue to check our Web site for updates on the conference.
Register Online • Hotel/Travel Information
Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit Phi Theta Kappa
Thursday, April 29 • 12:00 p.m.
Skylinks Golf Course
Long Beach, CA
Held in conjunction with the Annual Trustees Conference, join the League for its Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-California Academic Team.
The tournament will be held at Skylinks Golf Course. The $50 registration fee includes 18 holes of scenic golf, a cart and a boxed lunch.
All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to the PTK scholarship fund. Each year the top students at California community colleges are honored at a luncheon and awarded a scholarship to offset the growing costs of continuing their education. The League sponsors both the luncheon and scholarships, and is committed to growing the scholarship fund in order to encourage these students to continue to pursue excellence.
Register Online • More Information
Asilomar Leadership Skills Seminar:
Space Still Available
MARCH 9 - 12, 2010
Asilomar Conference Grounds
Pacific Grove, CA
The Asilomar Leadership Skills Seminar will provide information, strategies, contacts, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. The expected outcome is that participants will be able to acquire and successfully accept expanded leadership responsibilities within their own or other California community colleges.
Who Should Attend
Over the past 24 years, approximately 2,050 competitively selected women have completed the Asilomar Leadership Skills Seminar.
The Seminar focuses on administrative leadership issues. However, enrollment is open to those in any leadership position, including classified managers, program directors, trustees, and leaders of senates and unions.
Registration
Applications and accompanying materials are being accepted until the Seminar is filled.
Download Application Form (PDF)
Looking for funding ideas? The League provides tips on obtaining funding for registration and travel. Read more...
Questions/More Information
Contact Cherie Savage, Director of Meetings and Events, at csavage@ccleague.org or (916) 444-8641. More information on the seminar is also available on our Web site.
ACL Meets, Discusses Budget and Legislation
In conjunction with the League’s 2010 Annual Legislative Conference, the 2009-10 Advisory Committee on Legislation (ACL), met on January 23rd.
The State Budget was the significant topic as Theresa Tena, Director of Fiscal Policy for the League, provided information on the 2009-2010 Current Year Budget as well as the 2010-2011 proposed Budget. Theresa noted that the Administration projected a $6.6 billion current year revenue shortfall, growing to $19.9 billion over the next 18 months.
ACL members were provided with a legislative update on bills ranging from community college funding to workforce development and career technical education. Another item discussed was the idea of having community colleges grant bachelor degrees. On the federal front, staff offered information on the Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act (HR 3221). This legislation would provide the tools for colleges to produce 5 million new college graduates and/or certificate holders by the year 2020.
The committee was joined by Mike Magee, Administrator/
Director State Government Relations of the System Office, who reported on the BOGCCC 2010 Legislative Program. Some of the legislation topics that were addressed were:
- On-line Community College Assessment, which would create a centralized data warehouse of CCC Assessment instruments and test scores;
- Streamlining Reports, which would consolidate and remove obsolete requirements from statute; and
- Federal Veteran’s Earmark, which would provide additional funding to support community colleges with the return of veteran students.
The next meeting of the ACL is Friday, March 26, 2010
at the Senator Hotel in Sacramento.
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