°®¶¹´«Ã½C is a great college.


In 2019, °®¶¹´«Ã½C was named a top ten finalist for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The committee noted our impressive transfer rates, strong focus on improving outcomes for low-income students and students of color, and dedicated services for war veterans. °®¶¹´«Ã½C was also a 2017 Aspen Prize finalist.

We are ranked #1 in Southern California and #2 in the state in awarding Associate Degrees for Transfer.

°®¶¹´«Ã½C Pathways’ effective use of guided pathways strategies has resulted in outstanding completion outcomes.


Why change?


°®¶¹´«Ã½C’s 2010-11 cohort of first-time college students were tracked for six years. 

 

A Few of °®¶¹´«Ã½C's Bright Spots

47% did not complete a degree applicable English class.

52% did not complete a degree applicable math class 


44% did not receive a degree, certificate or transfer.

20% had not completed 30 units.

Source: 2017 CA Community College Student Success Scorecard

We can and must do more.


Our Mission

Close equity gaps for all student groups, particularly Latinos/as and African Americans.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Stay student-focused
  • Commit to learning
  • Use evidence to change
 


Helping Students Complete

Our Theory of Change

°®¶¹´«Ã½C is using the framework to support students at every step of their academic journey at °®¶¹´«Ã½C and to prepare them for meaningful careers.


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