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October 25, 2023

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8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Main Conference ROOM

Welcome Breakfast

 Enjoy breakfast.

 

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8:45 AM - 10:00 AM

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM

Student Voice Panel

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10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Break

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10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM

Panel on Supporting Student Success

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11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

TBA

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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11:45 AM - 1:30 PM

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM

Lunch with Keynote

Feat. Dr. Anton Treuer

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1:30 PM - 1:45 PM

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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1:45 PM - 3:00 PM

Multiple Rooms

Concurrent Workshops

Empowering Student Success Through the Implementation of Completion Teams

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Ivan Pena, Mariana Macamay, Jimmy Grabow, & Trinette Barrie

Join us for an engaging workshop that delves into the transformative impact of a Community College Completion Team model. Discover how our innovative approach, combining completion coaches, counseling faculty, and classified support staff, has significantly boosted student success and completion rates. Gain insights into the challenges faced and practices employed to launch this model, equipping you to implement similar models in your institutions and empower students on their journey to completion and beyond.

Empowering Student Success Through the Implementation of Completion Teams

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Ivan Pena, Mariana Macamay, Jimmy Grabow, & Trinette Barrie

Join us for an engaging workshop that delves into the transformative impact of a Community College Completion Team model. Discover how our innovative approach, combining completion coaches, counseling faculty, and classified support staff, has significantly boosted student success and completion rates. Gain insights into the challenges faced and practices employed to launch this model, equipping you to implement similar models in your institutions and empower students on their journey to completion and beyond.

The Equity Potential of Dual Enrollment: A Dual Enrollment Primer

Location: RC-F
Presenters: Laurencia Walker, Senior Director, CLP, Sherry Shojaei, Director, CLP, Dr. Adrienne Grayson, Associate Dean of Educational Partnerships, RCC

In this session, a team convened by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office will offer an overview of dual enrollment with a focus on equity. Hear about equity-focused dual enrollment firsthand from Riverside City College and their participation in a community of practice. This session is for participants new to dual enrollment or who want examples of what equitable dual enrollment may look like.

Issues in California Indian Education

Room: RC-C
Presenters: Robert Levi & Mary Levi

With the growing California Indian educational concerns – Ethnic Studies graduation requirement, more emphasis on California Indian History (AB 1703), bullying, drop out rate, MMIP and other issues will be addressed. Current attempts to bring light to California Indian culture and language will be addressed. Presenters have a combined 71 years of classroom experiences, along with 25 years of union work, They are of Cahuilla/Dine and Hopi/Miwok ancestry. Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indian Bird Songs CD will be given to participants.

Statewide Financial Aid Updates from the Student Aid Commission

Room: RC-D
Presenters: Jon Waldrep & Victoria Viksne

An overview of new state financial aid programs, program updates, new legislation, CA Dream Act Application change, Cal Grant reform and more

Dreaming of a Degree: Innovating Completion Pathways for California's Stop-Outs

Room: MR 7/8
Presenters:
Marie Martin, Kevin Vaughn, Kamia Gardner, & Claudia Olvera

Over the last two years, UCR University Extension has implemented a successful degree completion program aimed at reengaging UC stop outs and California residents with some college and no degree attainment. Session presenters from the University of California, Riverside Extension Degree Completion Program will share successful strategies used to reengage students who left campus without a degree. Presenters will share program progress and successes to inform the audience on best practices for stop-out reengagement. A significant focus will be on the benefits and impact of providing holistic, wrap around support services and case management for reentry students. The session will also include a discussion on strategies for overcoming institutional barriers through data collection, reporting, and qualitative storytelling.

Addressing Burnout in Postsecondary Education

Room: RC-E
Presenters:
Dr. Tom Dickson

Burnout had been overlooked by postsecondary work culture for decades, focusing on a model of ‘work until the job is done’ or leveraging care for students to force long hours and inequitable work environments. K-12 and Postsecondary employees rank among the highest levels of burnout of any occupation, yet we focus very little on addressing it. Since the pandemic, burnout has been a major focus due to turnover of personnel. Many campuses are employing self-care models, when environmental factors impact burnout more. This session will explore some self-care, but will also explore how to address environmental change to better reduce burnout.

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3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

TBA

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Multiple rooms

Concurrent Workshops

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Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Kurt Manio & Kevon Lee

The story of Foster Youth is often told in the pages of a court report, but rarely is it told by the youth themselves. Where there is a story of trauma, there is also a story of resilience. What if we empowered Foster Youth to own their story? What if we turned their story into something that can have a positive impact, instead of being a source of pain and shame?
Join our workshop to learn how we use storytelling to prepare foster youth for the college admissions process. We all have a story to tell, and for Foster Youth, it doesn’t always have to be the story that is told in court reports. We help Foster Youth bring their story to life, and they leave with an outline and draft for what can be used as a Personal Statement, as well as Personal Inquiry Questions for scholarships.
Participants will take part in the storytelling process. Then, they will hear from a Former Foster Youth, Kevon Lee, who uses his story to have a positive impact on the community, especially its At-Promise Youth.
In Your Own Words: Empowering Youth in Foster Care through Storytelling

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Kurt Manio & Kevon Lee

The story of Foster Youth is often told in the pages of a court report, but rarely is it told by the youth themselves. Where there is a story of trauma, there is also a story of resilience. What if we empowered Foster Youth to own their story? What if we turned their story into something that can have a positive impact, instead of being a source of pain and shame?
Join our workshop to learn how we use storytelling to prepare foster youth for the college admissions process. We all have a story to tell, and for Foster Youth, it doesn’t always have to be the story that is told in court reports. We help Foster Youth bring their story to life, and they leave with an outline and draft for what can be used as a Personal Statement, as well as Personal Inquiry Questions for scholarships.
Participants will take part in the storytelling process. Then, they will hear from a Former Foster Youth, Kevon Lee, who uses his story to have a positive impact on the community, especially its At-Promise Youth.
Deep Dive Into Equitable Dual Enrollment Expansion: An Implementation Workshop

Location: Room RC-F
Presenters: Laurencia Walker, Senior Director, CLP, Sherry Shojaei, Director, CLP, Dr. Adrienne Grayson, Associate Dean of Educational Partnerships, RCC

In this session, a team convened by the California Community College Chancellor’s Office will guide college and high school practitioners and administrators through strategies to increase equitable dual enrollment opportunities and outcomes for all high school students starting in the 9th grade. Dual enrollment implementation teams will benefit from attending this workshop together, but solo attendees are also welcome.

The Need for Men of Color in the K-12 Classrooms

Location: Room RC-C
Presenters: Dr. James Huff

The presentation will discuss the importance of African American and Latino males in the classroom. In California, research states that only 1 percent of male teachers or Black and 6 percent Latino. Research also determined that when there is a male teacher of color, the discipline rate of students of color is lower, and the graduation rates of students of color from high school increase. I will be presenting CSUSB’s intentional quest to work with districts and companies to find and recruit exceptional men to become positive role models and help them become teachers to educate all students in the California school systems.

Partnering for Transformation: Fireside Chat with GIA and The Gardner Institute

Location: Room MR 7/8
Presenters:Dr Drew Koch & Ann Marie Sakrekoff

Join us for a fireside chat to discuss the impact of national efforts to our region. GIA and the Gardner Institute will discuss various projects happening on the national and regional level, such as curriculum and Transfer GPS efforts.

Inland Empire Perceptions of Higher Education

Location: Room RC-E
Presenters: Dr Yvonne Oliveras & Dr Sorrel Stielstra

What is the Perceived Value of Higher Education in the Inland Empire? Results from a Mixed Methods Study of Young and Returning Adult Potential College Students and Parents.

Enhancing Education Success and Workplace Readiness through Mentorship

Location: Room RC-B
Presenters: Keith Mataya & Krystle Joseph

Through Big Brothers Big Sister’s Workplace Mentoring Program, community college students have the unique opportunity to gain valuable workplace readiness skills through personalized and professionally supported mentorships. Students are matched with employees of local corporations, based on career aspirations and individual interests. In line with the research on what young adults need for long-term career success, BBBS mentoring focuses on providing personalized, hands-on support in the workplace. Our program highlights and emphasizes essential competencies, with a focus on leadership development, communication skills, socio-emotional growth and developing social capital – a unique complement to the career support system offered by local community colleges, and enhancing the long term success of our students and future workforce. This program is in partnership with funding from the College Futures Foundation.

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4:30 PM - 4:45 PM

TBA

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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4:45 PM - 6:30 PM

TBA

Reception

Enjoy light appetizers and drinks while networking. Featuring a live performance by UCR Senryu Taiko Club.

October 26, 2023

Hosted at the Riverside Convention Center

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8:00 am - 8:45 am

Main Conference Room

Breakfast

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8:45 am - 9:15 am

Main Conference room

Welcome & Conversation

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9:15 am - 9:30 am

TBA

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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9:30 AM - 10:45 AM

TBA

Concurrent Workshops

Hidden

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Kurt Manio & Kevon Lee

The story of Foster Youth is often told in the pages of a court report, but rarely is it told by the youth themselves. Where there is a story of trauma, there is also a story of resilience. What if we empowered Foster Youth to own their story? What if we turned their story into something that can have a positive impact, instead of being a source of pain and shame?
Join our workshop to learn how we use storytelling to prepare foster youth for the college admissions process. We all have a story to tell, and for Foster Youth, it doesn’t always have to be the story that is told in court reports. We help Foster Youth bring their story to life, and they leave with an outline and draft for what can be used as a Personal Statement, as well as Personal Inquiry Questions for scholarships.
Participants will take part in the storytelling process. Then, they will hear from a Former Foster Youth, Kevon Lee, who uses his story to have a positive impact on the community, especially its At-Promise Youth.
Transfer Success Panel

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Mariana Macamay

Join a panel of experts in the region to have discuss promising practices for transfer success. Learn from 2 year partners how to make the journey better and support the needs of the students and institutions.
High School to Apprenticeship – Bridging the Pre-Apprenticeship to Apprenticeship Pipeline in the Inland Empire

Location: Room RC-F
Presenters: Shehzad Bhojani & Natalie Weaver

Learn about how IEConnect is creating a singular system to expand access to pre-apprenticeships for high school students and collaborating with the LAUNCH Apprenticeship Network to connect students to registered apprenticeships within the community college system in the Inland Empire. This presentation will highlight the program structure, services, and resources provided by IEConnect and LAUNCH to expand access to earn and learn opportunities in the Inland Empire.

Helping Gen Z’s “Adult” by Getting Cash for College

Location: Room RC-C
Presenters: Kimberly Inuman Liaz, M.S & Julissa Loza Mendez

Cash for College is a statewide financial aid literacy program led by the CA Student Aid Commission, also known as CSAC. The Program offers virtual and in-person workshops assisting students in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), CA Dream Act Application (CADAA), and Chafee Grant for Foster Youth Application. Cash for College is a large-scale endeavor. Therefore, CSAC works closely and contracts with Regional Coordinating Organizations (RCOs) and California Student Opportunity and Access Programs (Cal-SOAPs), to host in-person and virtual webinars. Growing Inland Achievement (GIA) is the RCO that assists students in San Bernardino and Riverside counties. This session will share local Inland Empire and statewide accomplishments/best practices, insights and learned lessons from the 2022-23 financial aid cycle, and additional tools/resources community can get engaged with.

Inland Empire Regional K-16 Education Collaborative

Location: Room RC-E
Presenters: Alex Ruiz

The Inland Empire Regional K-16 Education Collaborative is working on a regional framework that incorporates educational, community, workforce and employer engagement in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties to support equitable educational and economic opportunities for students and address equity barriers in career and technical education pathways in the areas of Healthcare, Engineering, Business, and Education.

Math Pathways to Success at Chaffey College

Location: Room RC-B
Presenters: Michael Wangler, Brandelyn Neal, Robin Witt, Sara Khair & Donna Troy Wangler

Chaffey College has implemented a math pathways model that is AB 1705 compliant and provides all students direct access to gateway transfer-level math courses that align with their educational and career goals. Important components include the development of concurrent support curriculum, implementation of guided-pathways placement, student-centered classroom redesign, and support of faculty through Communities of Practice, embedded classroom support, and other targeted professional development activities. This session will highlight the coordinated efforts of faculty, administrators, and classified professionals to see this through to completion, and provide guidance for colleges interested in implementing a math pathways model at their local campus.

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10:45 am - 11:00 am

TBA

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

TBA

Concurrent Workshops

Hidden

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Kurt Manio & Kevon Lee

The story of Foster Youth is often told in the pages of a court report, but rarely is it told by the youth themselves. Where there is a story of trauma, there is also a story of resilience. What if we empowered Foster Youth to own their story? What if we turned their story into something that can have a positive impact, instead of being a source of pain and shame?
Join our workshop to learn how we use storytelling to prepare foster youth for the college admissions process. We all have a story to tell, and for Foster Youth, it doesn’t always have to be the story that is told in court reports. We help Foster Youth bring their story to life, and they leave with an outline and draft for what can be used as a Personal Statement, as well as Personal Inquiry Questions for scholarships.
Participants will take part in the storytelling process. Then, they will hear from a Former Foster Youth, Kevon Lee, who uses his story to have a positive impact on the community, especially its At-Promise Youth.
Doubling Down on Student Success

Location: Room RC-A
Presenters: Wayne Fletcher, Grace Brown & Steve Neilsen

As the pipeline for traditional incoming university students shrinks, a mid-sized private faith-based, Hispanic-serving university in Southern California is doubling down on student success efforts to mitigate the potential of a shrinking population.
Following a major restructure within the university, resources were redeployed, facilitating an internally disruptive shift from a traditional professional academic advising model into a student coaching model. This transition was launched in a three-week window prior to opening new student registration for the Fall 2022 semester.
The university is focused on three primary outcomes, consistent with its institutional mission:
1. Increasing yield in newly enrolled students that arrive on campus and persist through census.
2. Increasing the percentage of new students persisting from fall to fall.
3. Increasing graduation rates for all students.
Launching the student success coaching model in April 2022, this presentation discusses challenges faced in implementing the model, while blending advising units from the traditional campus-based division with the advising unit from the online division. It also discusses strategies employed to facilitate an emergent structure and process as well as the importance of identifying key performance indicators and leading indicators which serve as barometers to the effectiveness of the new initiatives.
Fueling Economic Growth Through Career Readiness Innovative Strategies and Resources

Location: Room RC-F
Presenters: Carol Tsushima, Ed.D, Shehzad Bhojani & Terri Giamarino, Ed.D.

San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Workforce SBCSS team enhances career readiness through innovative games and on-line resources for students and educators in the IE region. Come learn about how the team has created resources to support workforce development. Participants will be provided a look into the resources which include mobile games, virtual “At Home Work-based Learning” activities, and workforce development lessons to drive student success and regional transformation.

Supporting Students and Families Impacted by Generational Poverty

Location: Room RC-F
Presenters: Damien O’Farrell

In this session we will explore the cognitive approach to understanding generational poverty’s impact on individuals as well as steps that individuals and institutions can take to support social mobility out of generational poverty cycles by fostering the environments and relationships those making the journey can benefit from.

Championing Equity for Undocumented Students

Location: Room RC-D
Presenters: Madeline Villanueva

Educators are critical to helping undocumented students realize their full potential and succeed in higher education. Undocumented student enrollment in California colleges & universities –as well as award rates for the CA Dream Act — have dropped precipitously over the past few years. This is true even after the implementation of AB 469 and the “All In 4 Financial Aid campaign.“ Learn more about some of the research, challenges, and statewide solutions that have been developed by Immigrants Rising, CSAC, and educators from the CCC, CSU & UC.
Join the statewide movement to champion equity for undocumented students! In this workshop, you will be exposed to valuable resources and tools that help undocumented students make decisions based on their potential, not perceived challenges. We will also discuss promising practices that increase individual and institutional support at your school or organization.
California Reconnect: Helping Adults Return and Complete Degrees

Location: Room MR 7/8
Presenters: Kai Drekmeier, Alicia Gee

Four million Californians ages 25 – 54 have a high school diploma and some college, but never completed an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. At the same time, employers struggle to fill thousands of well paying, skilled and professional positions requiring degrees and credentials. Several non-profit organizations have teamed up to establish California Reconnect, a program that supports colleges in their efforts to help students return and complete. In this session, California Reconnect will share details about the program, as well as our first year successes and its potential impact on the Inland Empire.
Math Pathways to Success Implementation — Collaboration, Coordination, and Planning

Location: Room RC-B
Presenters: Michael Wangler, Brandelyn Neal, Robin Witt, Sara Khair, Donna Troy Wangler

This session is designed to provide team time for collaboration, coordination, and planning for colleges interested in implementing a math pathways model at their local campus. The Chaffey College team will be on hand to help colleges envision what’s possible, while also providing guidance on the nuts & bolts of coordinating and successfully implementing a student-centered math pathways model that is both AB 1705 compliant, and locally designed and driven to meet the unique needs of each college.
Courses and Curricula in Urban Ecosystems: Early Action and Learning in Curricular Analytics and Gateway Course Redesign

Location: Room RC-E
Presenters: Brandon Smith, Sally McGill & Melissa Iyengar

The Gardner Institute is collaborating with institutions in the Inland Empire with a goal to improve outcomes for students enrolled in gateway courses. The multi-year project, titled Courses and Curricula in Urban Ecosystems, invites institutions to delve into evidence-based processes to analyze curricular complexity and redesign gateway courses.
As a participating institution in the project, over the last year, faculty and from California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB) have engaged in a self-study process resulting in a set of recommendations for improving outcomes in gateway courses at the university
This session will offer participants an overview of the process and tools, key learning, discoveries from participants, and include a discussion of some of the interventions being tested in Biology and Math courses to improve outcomes at California State San Bernardino.
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12:15 pm - 12:30 pm

TBA

Break

Enjoy a quick break before your next session.

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM

Lunch with Keynote

Feat. Dr. Victor Rios

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2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM

Toward a Shared Vision Awards

 

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