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Insights with AICCUPartnerships that Power Access: AICCU and California's Community CollegesDr. Larry Galizio, president and CEO of the Community College League of California, shares the critical role of partnerships in shaping California's higher education landscape. He discusses the challenges facing colleges amid federal uncertainty, the importance of flexible funding and transfer pathways, and how collaboration between community colleges and AICCU institutions can expand opportunity for students across the state. Hosted by AICCU President Kristen Soares. This episode is sponsored by First American Education Finance.
2025-10-2434 min
Leading Community Colleges in CaliforniaEpisode 31: Rethinking CEO Professional DevelopmentIn this episode of Leading Community Colleges in California, Larry Galizio, Ph.D., is joined by Kristin Clark, Ed.D., retired chancellor; West Hills Community College District and consultant to the League; Jill Stearns, Ph.D., superintendent/president, San Luis Obispo Community College District; and Jennifer Zellet, superintendent/president, Antelope Valley Community College District. Today’s community college CEOs have remarkably complex jobs requiring them to stay ahead of trends. In this podcast, these three CEOs address evolving professional development needs, sharing insights on leadership, navigating complexity, and building competencies to su...
2025-06-0541 minLeading Community Colleges in CaliforniaEpisode 29: Ryan Stewart discusses report "Increasing Student Success and Support by Boosting Medicaid Engagement"On this episode of Leading Community Colleges in California, host Larry Galizio welcomes Ryan Stewart, Ed. L.D., in an insightful conversation about opportunities to seek Medicaid funding to support student health services. Community colleges play a significant role in delivering health services, according to a recent report by Stewart and Sara Goldrick-Rab, Ph.D., Increasing Student Support and Success By Boosting Medicaid Engagement, However, while many California community colleges seek Medicaid reimbursement, only a fraction of community colleges nationwide bill for any of the eligible services they offer. Dr. Stewart explains how the report...
2025-04-0735 minLeading Community Colleges in CaliforniaEpisode 28: Mac Powell, Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior CollegesOn Episode 28, Mac Powell, President & CEO of the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, joins host Larry Galizio, Ph.D., to explore the vital role of accreditation in safeguarding educational integrity. Discover how systematic review and objectivity uphold consistency, even amid looming challenges from potential federal policy changes, ensuring the quality and trust essential to the future of community and junior college education.____________About our guest:Mac Powell joined the ACCJC team in July 2022. Dr. Powell served as Senior Vice President of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and...
2024-12-1338 minLeading Community Colleges in CaliforniaEpisode 20 with Chancellor Sonya Christian, Ph.D.In this episode, League President & CEO Larry Galizio, Ph.D., talks with California Community Colleges Chancellor Sonya Christian, Ph.D. She has more than three decades of experience at all levels of community college leadership and is the first woman named to the permanent role leading the 116-college system. Together, they talk about her family's commitment to education, the importance of equity for students and communities, and dual enrollment opportunities as a seamless gateway to college.
2023-06-0533 minLeading Community Colleges in CaliforniaEpisode 19 California Community Colleges' Baccalaureate Degree ProgramIn this episode, Dr. Larry Galizio talks with California community college leaders as they advocate for baccalaureate degree programs for in-demand careers throughout the state. Together, they discuss the importance of higher education for place-bound students and regional economies, and the community partnerships that affirm the need for these industry-specific degrees. His guests include:Constance M. Carroll, Ph.D., President and CEO of the California Community College Baccalaureate Association and Chancellor Emerita, San Diego Community College DistrictJudy Miner, Ed.D., Chair of the California Community College Baccalaureate Association and Chancellor, Foothill-De Anza Community CollegePamela T. Luster, Ed.D...
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