Dear SDCCE Community,
Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for the 2024 Working Group Meeting titled, “Cultivating Strategies for Supporting College Men of Color” at the Educational Cultural Complex in collaboration with the Community College Equity Assessment Lab (CCEAL). The event was a celebration of men of color at our college campuses and an opportunity for higher ed leaders to convene and discuss ways we can strengthen and prioritize support for these students in their academic journey.
We were honored with a wonderful opening keynote speech from Dr. J. Luke Wood, President of Sacramento State University, insightful panels featuring students and administrators, including SDCCE student Chenelson Estiverne and SDCCE Associate Dean of Student Support Services, Dr. Franklin Garrett!
Find photos of the event on our Flickr.
Enrollment Updates
SDCCE’s overall enrollment for fall stands at 28,483 (1% more than this time last year, and a 2% increase from last week), with a fill rate of 76%, which is greater than last fall (74%). SDCCE’s overall headcount is currently 15,136, a decrease of 2% compared to this time last fall (15,381) and a 1% increase from last week (14,942). FTEF scheduled for the fall semester is 2% less than last fall (188.72 to 184.16). View the enrollment report here.
In October we celebrate Disability Awareness Month (nationally celebrated as National Disability Employment Awareness Month), a time to celebrate and promote understanding and inclusion for individuals with disabilities. This month, I encourage you to engage in meaningful conversations, challenge stereotypes, and advocate for equal opportunities. I also encourage you to learn more about our Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) here at SDCCE, and share this incredible resource with your students. You can learn more about DSPS on our website!
We had a total of 86 students sign in for the HVAC Workforce
Wednesday Demonstration! This is a great
number and more than double the average of attendees. Students attend Workforce Wednesday
voluntarily during their lunch break. Our Outreach Ambassador, Antonio Ybarra presented briefly
introducing our HVAC Instructor, Oscar Aparicio who provided demonstrations to the students.
This Wednesday, October 23, Career Transition Services at SDCCE is hosting a Job Fair at the Mid-City Campus featuring employers such as San Diego Zoo, Goodwill, Generations Healthcare, and much more; all eager to hire our students!
Please share this information with your students and teams as applicable. Event details can be found in the attached flyer and a registration link is below!
Fall into Work – Entry-Level Job Fair
Registration: Click here to register on Handshake
The Virtual Open Enrollment Fair is here! To help you navigate the enrollment process, the San Diego Community College District will be hosting virtual information sessions where you can ask questions and get assistance.
During this time, you can explore our various health, dental, and vision plans, as well as other benefits available to you. Info sessions are still available, and I encourage everyone to take the time to understand their options and make informed choices that best suit their needs.
MetLaw & Pet Insurance Info Session
Wednesday, October 23 @ 11 a.m.
https://sdccd-edu.zoom.us/j/89642869346
The open enrollment period will be from October 17 to October 31. This is your opportunity to review and make changes to your benefits for calendar year 2025. If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to reach out to hrbenefits@sdccd.edu.
Thank you to the team at Cesar Chavez Campus for scheduling two important evacuation drills this week, October 22 at 11:10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The drills will utilize evacuation maps in classrooms and offices, and ensure that students are familiar with the designated routes and assembly areas.
Faculty will be conducting a practice evacuation with their class ahead of the scheduled drill, following the procedures outlined in the “Evacuation Drill Procedures” checklist and designating a “buddy” for students with mobility issues.
Thank you again to our Cesar Chavez Campus for their commitment to campus safety!
The District Office Professional Development Department has a new online training opportunity available this week!
“Preventing Burnout” on WebEx | Wednesday, October 23 | 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Today, work/life balance can be difficult, and many people feel pressured to work faster, harder,
and
longer hours. This can lead to burnout, resulting in decreased productivity and dissatisfaction,
among
other things. Attendees will examine causes of burnout and potential solutions along with ideas to
decrease the likelihood of experiencing burnout.
Learning Points
- Identify what causes burnout
- Make a personal plan to reduce burnout
- Examine the facts – and fiction – surrounding burnout
College Flex ID 25913 | CE Flex ID 36317
Training materials can be found here.
If interested, register today!
A reminder that all requests of the Communications Department must be approved by a dean or vice president and requires submission of a request form. You can find the Project Request Form link on the Faculty and Staff Resources Page of our website. Allow ten working days for a request to be completed. If a request needs immediate attention, please complete the form and contact the Public Information Officer.
For SDCCE professional development opportunities, visit the professional development web page for upcoming workshops.
President's Updates
Thank you again to the attendees of the 2024 Working Group Meeting on College Men of Color! I was honored to welcome our speakers and panelists throughout the incredible two-day event.
I also wanted to give a special thank you to Roma Weaver for her incredible work over the years in coordinating our Passport to Success program. This year will be Roma's last semester with Passport to Success. Thank you so much Roma for everything you've done to bring this program to life and help it make an impact on our SDCCE faculty and staff!
The Research Corner
This week, we invite you to check the State of San Diego Latinos Report from the San Diego Foundation. The aim of the report is to identify the strengths and opportunities for economic mobility and wealth building for the Latino population in San Diego by working with census data and focus groups of Latino-serving nonprofit leaders. Please take a minute to review this resource and email jsalcedo001@sdccd.edu if you have any questions.
President's Office Hours
President's Office Hours are back! Individual zoom meetings will be 20 minutes and are available on a first come first serve basis. If you would like to schedule a virtual appointment with me, please email sdccepresident@sdccd.edu for detailed information.
Best,
