Events and Meetings

The Academic Senate for California Community Colleges is committed to providing resources to the field to further empower and help our system move forward during this time of crisis. To that end, the Academic Senate has put together a series of professional development opportunities to address some of the most critical issues facing our students and faculty today. This is part 3 of the professional development series that will be offered to the field. Information on future meeting and webinars will be posted on the ASCCC webpage. 

In the program section below, you will find links to register for the upcoming online discussions. Each discussion is offered multiple times during the week and is limited to 25 participants to enable rich dialogue and discussion. The discussions will not be recorded but promising ideas will be posted and shared on our website. If you have any questions or suggestions on other disciplines to include, please email info@asccc.org. 

The Academic Senate for California Community Colleges is committed to providing resources to the field to further empower and help our system move forward during this time of crisis. To that end, the Academic Senate has put together a series of professional development opportunities to address some of the most critical issues facing our students and faculty today. Part 4 of the professional development series is focused on topics related to planning for the future, guided pathways, supporting students, governance, and team building. 

In the program section below, you will find links to register for the upcoming webinars. The webinars will be recorded and archived. If you have any questions or suggestions on other topics to include, please email info@asccc.org. 

The Academic Senate for California Community Colleges is committed to providing resources to the field to further empower and help our system move forward during this time of crisis. To that end, the Academic Senate has put together a series of professional development opportunities to address some of the most critical issues facing our students and faculty today. Part 2 of the professional development series is focused on topics of governance, remote instruction, counseling, library services, and remaining equity-focused in the midst of crisis.  

In the program section below, you will find links to register for the upcoming webinars. The webinars will be recorded and archived. If you have any questions or suggestions on other topics to include, please email info@asccc.org. 

The Academic Senate for California Community Colleges is committed to providing resources to the field to further empower and help our system move forward during this time of crisis. To that end, the Academic Senate has put together a series of professional development opportunities to address some of the most critical issues facing our students and faculty today. This is part 1 of the professional development series that will be offered to the field. Information on future webinars will be posted on the ASCCC webpage. 

In the program section below, you will find links to register for the upcoming online discussions. Each discussion is offered multiple times during the week and is limited to 15 participants to enable rich dialogue and discussion. The discussions will not be recorded but promising ideas will be posted and shared on our website. Future webinars are being scheduled for large audiences that will be recorded and archived. If you have any questions or suggestions on other disciplines to include, please email info@asccc.org. 

The 2020 Part-Time Faculty Institute will be taking place at the Napa Valley Marriott & Spa - Napa, California.

Where: Napa Valley Marriott - 3425 Solano Ave, Napa, CA 94558

When: January 24-25, 2020 - Presession January 23: 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

                                                                                                        OUR SPONSOR

Join us for ASCCC's fourth annual Part-time Faculty Institute on January 23-25, 2020, in partnership with 3CSN and with support of the Chancellor's Office. This institute is designed to support new and experienced part-time faculty. Whether you are hoping to become a full-time faculty or want to become a more effective faculty member and teacher, this institute will have something for everyone. Thanks to the sponsorship from 3CSN, ASCCC is able to offer complimentary registration to the Institute along with a two-night hotel stay on a first come first serve basis. We hope to see you there!

The Faculty Leadership Institute will be held June 13 - 15, 2019 at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel located at 1230 J St, 13th And J Street Sacramento, CA, 95814. More information coming soon!

The 2019 Part-time Faculty Leadership Institute will be held February 21-23,2019 at the The Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa located at 900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660.

Early Conference Registration Date Deadline: February 1, 2019

Early Conference Registration Fee: Complimentary

Join us for the ASCCC's third annual Part-time Faculty Institute on February 21 – 23, 2019, in partnership with 3CSN and with support of the Chancellor's Office. This institute is designed to support new and experienced part-time faculty. Whether you are hoping to become a full-time faculty or want to become a more effective faculty member and teacher, this institute will have something for everyone. This year's Institute will include topics on innovative pedagogy, campus involvement, leadership and equity, and the recruitment, hiring, and interview process. Thanks to the grant from 3CSN, ASCCC is able to offer complimentary registration to the Institute along with a two-night hotel stay on a first come first serve basis. Registration is limited, and the hotel rooms and "travel" scholarships will all be claimed.

You must secure your hotel reservations separate from event registration. See the registration and hotel & travel tab below.

The 2018 Part-time Faculty Leadership Institute will be held August 2-4 2018 at the The Westin San Francisco Airport located at 1 Old Bayshore Hwy, Millbrae, CA 94030.  

Join us for the ASCCC's second annual Part-time Faculty Leadership Institute on August 2-4 2018, in partnership with 3CSN and with support of the Chancellor's Office. We highly encourage new and experienced part-time faculty to participate in lively discussions that incorporate strategic questions and assessment while advancing professional growth. This year's Institute will include topics on innovative pedagogy, professional development, leadership and equity. Additionally, thanks to the grant from 3CSN, ASCCC is able to offer complimentary registration to the Institute along with a two-night hotel stay on a first come first serve basis. You must secure your hotel reservations separate from event registration. See the registration and hotel & travel tab below. 

DEADLINE TO REGISTER: October 2, 2017

The Course Identification Numbering System (C-ID) is hosting a Discipline Input Group (DIG) meeting in Northern California this fall.  Here is your chance to attend a meeting to explore the possibilities of aligning baccalaureate programs in your discipline.  For more information on the C-ID project please visit our website c-id.net.

 There is no fee to attend and a light breakfast as well as lunch will be provided.  Later, faculty will be appointed by their respective state senate to participate on the Faculty Discipline Review Group (FDRG) that will prepare draft documents for statewide vetting. 

 We need California Community College faculty who teach in the following disciplines to attend:

 o   Respiratory Care

o   Automotive Technology

o   Bio-manufacturing

 Please see below for meeting details:

WHEN:             Friday, October 6, 2017; 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

WHERE:           San Mateo Marriott San Francisco Airport

LOCATION:     1770 S. Amphlett Rd. San Mateo, CA 94402 

Faculty Leadership Institute will be taking place at the Sacramento Sheraton Grand 1230 J Street, Sacramento, CA. 95814 on June 15 - 17, 2017.

The Faculty Leadership Institute is the cornerstone of the Academic Senate’s governance training.  Created to assist new senate leaders navigate the complexity of local governance as well as become versed in state issues, the Faculty Leadership Institute brings seasoned leaders together to share tips and tools for new leaders to successfully lead their senate and influence their college policies.  We highly encourage new and experienced leadership to join us for lively discussions about basic college governance and exciting state issues.  

Parking Information:

Sheraton Grand Hotel

Self Parking: $25.00 per day

Valet Parking: $32 per day

The 2017 Spring Plenary Session will be taking place at San Mateo Marriot, 1770 South Amphlett Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94402 on April 20 - 22, 2017.

The 2016 Fall Plenary Session will be held at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, 686 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 from Thursday November 3, 2016 to Saturday November 5, 2016.

Thank you to our Sponsors

Location: El Camino College - Torrance, CA

Date: September 23, 2016 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

The Course Identification Numbering (C-ID) System is hosting two discipline input group (DIG) meetings for faculty to consider the development of C-ID descriptors and model curriculum (MC) for Engineering Technology.  The development of the C-ID course descriptors will support local associate degrees and certificates, specific to Engineering Technology.   For additional information on the work of the C-ID system, visit www.c-id.net.

The meetings are designed to be “come one, come all” to encourage wide participation and perspectives. Travel costs will not be reimbursed, but a light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Later, faculty will be appointed by their respective state senate to serve on the Faculty Discipline Review Group that will prepare draft documents for statewide vetting. 

We need faculty from California Community Colleges and high school teachers who teach Engineering Technology to attend the meetings closest to their geographic location. In addition, we need articulation officers to assist each group.

See below for specific information for the two meetings: 

SOUTHERN CA:

WHERE:          El Camino College - 16007 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA

WHEN:             Friday, September 23, 2016; 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Registration/Cancellation Deadline: September 20, 2016

NORTHERN CA:

WHERE:          Sheraton Grand Hotel, Sacramento, CA

WHEN:             Friday, October 7, 2016; 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Registration/Cancellation Deadline: October 4, 2016

Cancellation Policy:

No shows or cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25. If you are unable to attend please email miguel@asccc.org before the cancellation deadline. 

The Faculty Leadership Institute is the cornerstone of the Academic Senate’s governance training.  Created to assist new senate leaders navigate the complexity of local governance as well as become versed in state issues, the Faculty Leadership Institute brings seasoned leaders together to share tips and tools for new leaders to successfully lead their senate and influence their college policies.  We highly encourage new and experienced leadership to join us for lively discussions about basic college governance and exciting state issues.  

The Academic Senate will hold a CTE Leadership Institute on May 6-7, 2016, at the DoubleTree Hilton in Anaheim. This year will bring an intense focus on career and technical education at the federal, state, and local level. In our CCC system, the Board of Governors’ Task Force on Workforce, Job Creation, and a Strong Economy recently released its recommendations.  By the time this event takes place in May, implementation conversations will be well underway and input from faculty statewide will be needed.

This event will provide CTE faculty with the opportunity to engage in key policy conversations through their interaction with representatives of the task force, by learning about the implications of policy decisions on local programs and courses, and in participating in breakout sessions to better understand the college processes including topics on leadership, curriculum design, course repetition, and effective program advocacy.

This year, the Academic Senate will collaborate with other constituents in hosting the Spring Plenary Session, partnering with the Chief Instructional Officers (CCCCIOs), the California Community College Association of Occupational Educators (CCCAOE), Chief Student Services Officers (CSSOs), the Chancellor’s Office, and other organizations to host the first Community College collaborative event Aligning Partnerships for Student Success. Today’s current higher education environment will require a close collaboration with all college constituents to address issues of common concern.  Register early to secure a slot for this event.