From: Faculty Association of California Community Colleges <faccc@...>
Date: April 5, 2025 at 6:47:18?AM PDT
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Subject: Governor Newsom Unveils Master Plan for Career Education; 2025 FACCC BOG Election Underway
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| | | | | | ? In this issue of the Weekly: Governor Newsom Unveils Master Plan for Career Education 2025 FACCC BOG Election Underway Financial Aid Offices Remain Optimistic This Spring Student Visa Revocations Leave Colleges Scrambling Join a FACCC Committee Today! Social Media Updates Upcoming FACCC Events ? Governor Newsom Unveils Master Plan for Career Education ? After months of anticipation, Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the at a on Wednesday.? this plan will connect workers with high-paying jobs through better state coordination, investments in credit for prior learning, and career passports.? If this sounds familiar, it’s because the Governor released the last December at Shasta College, and he included over $100 million in funding for this in his . ? ? 2025 FACCC BOG Election Underway Voting Deadline: Wednesday, April 30 As a valued member of our organization, we want to remind you about the FACCC Board of Governors Election, which is open now through April 30. This is an opportunity for you to have a say in the leadership of our organization and help shape its future.? All eligible FACCC members received their ballot by email or will be receiving voter information through the physical mail. For voter support, please contact help@... or 1-866-984-3125. If you have not received your digital ballot, please contact us at info@... for immediate assistance. We are here to ensure a smooth and fair election process for all. Candidates for the FACCC Board of Governors: Governor at Large: Joseph Bielanski, Jr. Joel Blank Grace Chee John Govsky Jacob Traugott? Governor for Part-Time South: Desiree Montenegro Susan Finley Part-Time Officer: Linda Sneed? Secretary Jason Mayfield Treasurer: Mario Martinez ? Financial Aid Offices Remain Optimistic This Spring California college financial aid offices are cautiously optimistic this spring. , and FAFSA processing for fall is on track. Still, concerns are rising due to significant staff cuts and Trump’s executive order to shut down the Department of Education. UC and CSU leaders say they expect no disruption to student aid. However, they’re preparing contingency plans in case federal delays do occur. FAFSA applications are rebounding after last year’s rollercoaster of a rollout. Still, some students from mixed-status families are worried their FAFSA data could be used for immigration enforcement purposes despite federal law prohibiting it for such use.? In light of these uncertainties, we urge our members to to tell Congress to protect and expand educational funding. Now is the time to advocate for the resources that keep college accessible and affordable for all students. ? ? Student Visa Revocations Leave Colleges Scrambling ? College officials nationwide most of which have only been discovered using the . In many cases, those who have lost their student visa have also found they have lost their legal status to remain in the country. Previously, it was common practice for international students to retain their legal residency status in SEVIS even if their entry visas were revoked as long as they remained enrolled in courses. Now, as the Trump administration , federal immigration officials are also terminating students’ SEVIS status—clearing the way for deportation. Most impacted students appear to be from Middle Eastern or majority-Muslim countries. While some revocations cite minor infractions, others are based on a rarely used “foreign policy risk” clause. Immigration experts say this marks a sharp departure from past practice. With very little clarity and a lack of communication from federal agencies, student services offices are left scrambling to respond. Some colleges report receiving urgent federal demands for student records under the threat of losing their ability to continue to enroll international students. Institutions are now checking SEVIS daily and urging caution.? ? ? ? Be a Catalyst for Change in California Community Colleges - Join a FACCC Committee Today! Are you passionate about shaping the future of California's community colleges? Join a FACCC committee and play a pivotal role in driving positive change. Whether you're a full-time faculty member, contingent faculty member, or retired faculty member, your involvement is crucial. Being on a committee not only enhances your leadership abilities but also expands your professional network. Seize this opportunity to make a difference and elevate your personal and career growth!? The deadline for submitting is April 30.? ? ? Are you following us on social media?? ? ? Upcoming FACCC Events Join Us for Session Four of Our Virtual Series:? Building and Maintaining Relationships with Elected Board Members? A Free Four-Part Virtual Series The members of your community college trustee board make crucial decisions that shape funding, policies, and priorities—directly impacting both students and faculty. designed to equip faculty, students, and advocates with the knowledge and strategies to identify, support, and build lasting relationships with candidates who will champion student and labor interests. Whether you're new to advocacy or an experienced organizer, this series will provide actionable insights to help you navigate the election process and ensure endorsed candidates receive the support they need—before, during, and after the campaign. Your leadership is essential in strengthening faculty and student representation at the board level. Building and Maintaining Relationships with Elected Board Members? April 9 | 7:00 - 7:45 PM? Advocacy doesn’t stop after Election Day. This final session will focus on how to foster long-term relationships with elected board members, ensuring labor and student concerns remain a priority through ongoing communication and engagement. ? Did you miss the previous sessions? Rewatch | Rewatch . Session three was interactive and was not recorded. ? ? ? ? FACCC Counselors Symposium | Virtual Event Everything, Everywhere, All at Once! Wednesday, April 23, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM ? Calling All Counselors! ? The Symposium is designed for practitioners working directly with students impacted by recent transfer legislation (Everything, Everywhere, All At Once). Its purpose is to create a space for learning from one another, building a deeper understanding of the recent changes, discussing the progress made at your respective campuses, addressing areas of concern, providing practical solutions, and identifying realistic practices for moving forward. ! ? ? ? Part-Time Faculty Symposium | Virtual Event Call-to-Action: ALL Faculty United in Leadership Saturday, April 26, 1:00 - 4:00 PM? The Faculty Association of California Community Colleges invites you to join us for a virtual event designed specifically to address the needs of part-time faculty in community colleges. . ? Resources & Opportunities ? Below you’ll find a list of resources and open opportunities from federal, state, and local agencies we hope you’ll find helpful. -?Resources and aid for our higher education community - The California Virtual Campus-Online Education Initiative has developed an Emergency Preparedness Resources web site for assistance converting in-person classes to online. - EDD provides a variety of support services, including disability insurance, unemployment insurance, and paid family leave. - Concerned about your pension? Check out the CalSTRS website for the latest information on your retirement. Is this information useful? We want to hear from you, ! ? 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