Symposium Agenda-At‐A‐Glance

NCCHC 2024 – Innovation Oasis: Navigating Education’s Frontier

(Subject to Change) 

10:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. – Concurrent Sessions (3)

1. Collaborating for Success: Data Partnerships to Support Institutional Improvement for Students, Faculty, and Staff
   Presenters: Sabrina Macal-Polasek, Rosalind K. Ong – San Antonio College
2. Rompiendo Barreras, Fortaleciendo Futuros: Student Success
   Through Basic Needs
   Presenters: Mario Flores, Miriam Vazquez-Gonzalez, Ana Ibarra – Hartnell College
3. What’s Your Guiso? Highlighting Your Cultural Contributions at the
   Table of Success
   Presenters: Dr. Kathaleen Acosta, Bettina Celis – Dallas College/Maricopa Community College District

11:15 to 12:00 p.m – Concurrent Sessions (3)

1. Enhancing Completion through Serving in K-12 School Boards
   Presenter: Dr. Jorge Nieto, College of DuPage
2. How Leadership and Soft Skills Development Transformed the Student Experience at Palm Beach State College: A Look at the Success of the Kimmel Leadership Academy
   Presenters: Luli Marx, Helena Zacharis – Palm Beach State College
3. Introducing the Pathway Specialist Role: Impacting Student Program Selection, Completion, and Transfer at Dallas College
   Presenter: Patrick J. Vasquez – Dallas College

12:00 to 1:00 – Lunch, General Session & Members Meeting

Welcome from Host College: Maricopa Community College District 

1:00-1:30 p.m. – Panel Discussion

Allies in Advocacy: Strengthening the Voice of Community Colleges: Partnership between NCCHC, NAPIC, NCBAA.
Presenters: Dr. Mike Munoz (NCCHC President), Dr. Stephanie Fujii (NAPIC President), Dr. Tammy Robinson (NCBAA President)

Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring the presidents of three key American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) affiliate councils: the National Community College Hispanic Council (NCCHC), the National Asian/Pacific Islander Council (NAPIC), and the National Council on Black American Affairs (NCBAA). This session will explore the vital role of allies in advocacy efforts within the community college system. In an era where educational equity and access are more critical than ever, leaders from these councils will share their perspectives on how collaborative advocacy can amplify the voices of underrepresented communities. The discussion will focus on strategies for building strong alliances across diverse groups, the impact of collective action on policy and practice, and the ways in which these councils work together to champion the needs of all community college students. 

• The role of affiliate councils in shaping community college policy and practice 
• Building effective alliances for advocacy across diverse communities 
• Strategies for engaging in collective action to support community college students 
• The importance of inclusive leadership in educational advocacy 

1:45 to 2:30 p.m. – Concurrent Sessions (3)

1. Warm Hand-Off with Real Results: Panther Prep and Salinas Valley Promise Programs
   Presenters: Carla Calderon Johnson, Dr. Gabriela Lopez – Hartnell College
2. Navigating Student Conduct with a Restorative Justice Approach: Building a Supportive Campus Community
   Presenters: Dr. Ivan Peña – Crafton Hills College and Dr. Thomas Cruz-Soto – Riverside City College
3. The Power of WE!
   Presenters: Dr. Juliane Roybal – Maricopa Community College District, Dr. Erica L. Reyes – Joliet Junior College, Dr. Kelly A. Fletes – Monterey Peninsula College 

2:30 to 3:00 p.m. – Refreshment or Meditation Break

3:00 to 3:45 p.m. – Concurrent Sessions (3)

1. Building a Support Network: Resources for Student Parents/ Construyendo una Red de Apoyo: Recursos para Padres Estudiantes
   Presenters: Alejandra Campos-Guerrero –  Houston Community College Southeast Campus and Yadira Rosales – Skagit Valley College
2. Equitable Dual Enrollment: Promoting College Readiness and Enrollment of Latinx Students
   Presenters: Sonia De La Torre, Dr. Nohel C. Corral, Lupe Pasillas – Long Beach City College
3. Zero to Launch: Insights from Building an Online Supplemental Instruction Program from Scratch
   Presenter: Jacqueline Garcia Munoz – Tarrant County College – Connect Campus

4:00 to 4:45 p.m. – Concurrent Sessions (3)

1. Invitados a La Mesa? Pues Hay Que Hablar! Executive Lessons in Passion, Purpose, and Perseverance
   Presenter: Marisa Pierce – Victoria College/Dallas College
2. Strategic Enrollment Management through Equity and Innovation
   Presenter: Dr. Robert Holcomb – Santa Rosa Junior College, Dr. Julio R. Flores – Santa Rosa Junior College
3. Executive Equilibrium: Real-Life Insight from College Presidents and CEOs on Work-Life Balance
   Presenter: Susanna M. Zambrano – Arizona Western College

4:45-6:00 – Downtime/Refresh & Put on your dancing shoes

6:00 to 10:00 p.m. – Reception/Dinner, Awards and Dancing (Mariachi / Band Soul Persuasion)

Saturday, September 14

9:00-10:00 – Networking Breakfast

10:15 to 11:00 – Panel Discussion

The Role of Education Advocacy in Arizona 
Panelists: Vince Yanez – Helios Education Foundation, Teresa Leyba Ruiz – Education Forward Arizona, Stephanie Parra – All in Education 

Facilitator: Maria Harper-Marinick 

Join us for a panel discussion featuring three experts as they explore the critical role of education advocacy in Arizona. This conversation will delve into the state of our state and our opportunities, with a focus on how advocacy can drive meaningful change. 

• Addressing educational equity and access in Arizona’s diverse communities 
• The impact of state policies on public education and how advocacy efforts can influence positive reforms 
• Strategies for empowering students, families, and educators to advocate for their rights and needs 

11:15-12:00 – Closing General Session

Platica: Lo Bueno, Lo Malo, y Lo Feo- Leadership Roles in Higher Education 
Panelists: Dr. Marisa Pierce – Victoria College, TX, Dr. Sunem Beaton Garcia – Chippewa Valley Technical College, WI, Michael Gutierrez – Harnell College, CA  

Join us for an insightful and candid discussion on the complexities of leadership roles within higher education. This session will delve into the multifaceted experiences of leaders, exploring the good, the bad, and the downright challenging aspects of these positions. Our panel of seasoned higher education professionals will share their personal stories, lessons learned, and strategies for navigating the unique dynamics of higher education leadership. Whether you are aspiring to a leadership role or already in one, this session will provide valuable perspectives on the realities of leading in institutions of higher learning.