County of Fresno - File #: 18-0943

• File #: 18-0943
• Name: Receive presentation and oral report from Lori Bennett, President of Clovis Community College
• In control: BOS District 3 - Confidential
• On agenda: 8/21/2018
• Final action: 8/21/2018
• Title: Receive presentation and oral report from Lori Bennett, President of Clovis Community College

Date	Action By	Action	Result
8/21/2018	Board of Supervisors	Received

DATE:                                    August 21, 2018

TO:                                        Board of Supervisors

SUBMITTED BY:                    Sal Quintero, Chairperson, District 3, County of Fresno

SUBJECT:                              Receive presentation and oral report from Lori Bennett, President of Clovis

                                             Community College President, regarding an update of the college and the

                                             students it now serves

RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):

Receive presentation and oral report from Lori Bennett, President of Clovis Community College regarding the now nearly 12,000 students it serves as the newest college in the State Center Community College District

ALTERNATIVE ACTION(S):

There are no alternative actions

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no net County Cost associated with this action.

DISCUSSION:

The presentation will provide your Board with an update on the continued efforts of Clovis Community College as they fulfill their mission of, Clovis Community College, as an institution of dedicated educators, professionals, and students that serves and empowers lifelong learners who are seeking educational opportunities within and beyond the limits of our communities. That by being learner-centered, embracing advances in technology, and making accredited, high-quality education affordable and accessible

Clovis Community College promotes the success of learners by providing opportunities to:

•                     Gain general educational development through courses in arts, humanities, language, mathematics, physical education, sciences, and social sciences;

•                     Complete programs of study that will lead to the attainment of associate degrees, certificates, and industry-sanctioned credentials;

•                     Complete courses of study which will lead toward the successful completion of a baccalaureate degree;

•                     Receive career education and job-specific skills that will enhance employability and productivity;

•                     Improve educational skills through programs in Adult Education, English as a Second Language, and developmental studies;

•                     Pursue personal development through fitness and wellness activities, civic engagement, and leadership opportunities;

•                     Receive services that support individual development in a learner-centered environment; and

•                     Experience lifelong learning through programs of community services, sociocultural and multicultural awareness, and continuing education.