Strategies Implemented to Achieve
the Mission, Goals, and Vision of the District
as Outlined in the Educational Master Plan

2000 THROUGH 2004

Goal 1: Integrating Technologies Campus wide

• Implemented web-based admission application, orientation, registration, and fee payment to support parallel growth in online learning opportunities.
  
   
• Acquired and started implementation of Datatel Colleague, an administrative software solution that will provide a state of the art, integrated database to support all functions within student services. I served as the Project Manager during the acquisition and initial implementation of the system.
  
   
• Currently completing an RFP to acquire a document imaging and work flow solution for several student services areas that will allow for electronic storage and retrieval of documents.
  
   
• Upgraded computers in assessment, counseling, admissions and records, and financial aid.
  
   
• Computers in the Career/Transfer Center will be upgraded in Spring 2004.
  
   
• Implementing CAPPS supplemental software to augment VVC assessment to include multiple measures and detailed counselor report.
  
   
• Implemented computer blocks on course prerequisites to assist with comprehensive enforcement of prerequisites.
  
   

Goal 2: Linking Curricula and Services to Needs

• Re-established Matriculation Advisory Committee providing an important forum for Student Services and Student Learning to work collaboratively and cooperatively on issues that affect students (placement testing, prerequisites, services for special populations, probation/dismissal, etc.).
  
   
• Strengthened research and evaluation components related to institutional effectiveness including:
  
   
  • Implemented online access to student performance and demographic data through a Decision Support System.
    
     
  • Implemented research and evaluation support for program review, accreditation, and planning.
    
     
  • Produced numerous publications related to institutional effectiveness.
    
     
  • Conducted numerous studies related to student learning and institutional outcomes.
    
     
  • Published first "Fact Book" beginning in 2000, providing a comprehensive historical, as well as current, picture of VVC. This publication has proven invaluable as an evaluation and planning tool for accreditation, outcomes, assessment, etc. The Fact Book has been published and updated each year since 2000.
    
     
• Completed longitudinal study of high school graduates that entered VVC providing a rich source of information on the characteristics and performance of this student cohort. The results of this study were shared with feeder schools providing them with excellent information for educational planning, etc.
  
   
• Validated assessment instruments used for placing students in math and English.
  
   
• Implemented prerequisite enforcement to ensure appropriate learning opportunities for students.
  
   
• Continued development of an institutional research function to support the information, evaluation and planning needs of the district.
  
   
• Established men's intercollegiate soccer program that will meet the needs of local high school students who want to continue in the sport while receiving an education that is second to none.
  
   
• Completed a Strategic Enrollment Management Plan that outlines the goals, outcomes, and strategies to capture student enrollment opportunities while improving the quality of student life and learning. It is anticipated that this "plan" will be incorporated into an overall, integrated strategic plan for the district.
  
   
• Initiated "Education Roundtable" - a meeting that brings together VVC staff and our high school partners (superintendents, principals, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing communication and understanding.
  
   
• Currently conducting a student satisfaction survey as part of the accreditation self-study process.
  
   
• Implemented full enforcement of the college dismissal and probation status for enrolled students, including intervention strategies and reinstatement procedures.
  
   

Goal 3: Exploring Delivery of Instruction and Services

• Implemented web-based admission application, orientation, registration, and fee payment to support parallel growth in online learning opportunities.
  
   
• Implemented "online" counseling via email solution.
  
   
• Implemented an online/toll free phone service for students to request transcripts.
  
   
• Implemented online "E-Adds" via email for ease of processing for students adding closed online classes.
  
   
• Expanded hours of operation in core student services offices (A&R, Financial Aid, Student Transition Center, Bursar, Counseling). Offices are now open M-Th until 7pm and Saturdays, 9am - 1pm providing greater access and convenience for students.
  
   
• Enhanced access to counseling services for enrolled students by improving processes and procedures for scheduling appointments. Enhanced access to counseling/advising services for new students by placing a "walk-in" counselor in the Student Transition Center where students can meet with a counselor immediately after completing assessment and orientation.
  
   
• Expanded collegiate sports to include Track and Men's Soccer.
  
   
• Created Athletics preparation classes for all sports to augment our team sports activities.
  
   
• Provided access to the DSP&S Student Handbook online from the college web page.
  
   
• Expanded access to the Student Handbook by including it in the class schedule for students and faculty.
  
   

Goal 4: Upgrading and Renovating for Quality

• Relocated Financial Aid, A&R, Student Transition Center, and Bursar into a remodeled Student Services Building in Spring 2001 providing a "one stop" process for application and matriculation to the campus.
• EOPS/CARE, DSPS, and Title 4 Student Support Services relocated to a remodeled Student Services Building in Spring 2002.
• Upgraded all computers utilized in computer-adapted placement testing. Additional upgrades accomplished in some other student services departments.

Goal 5: Responding to Diverse Populations

• Fully implemented the outreach and recruitment plan that features:
  • high quality publications and materials for effective constituency outreach
  • high visibility on high school campuses and in the community
  • closer relationships with feeder high schools
  • an integrated communication and correspondence system that allows for tracking of contacts with prospective and admitted students
  • hosting high school students for visits and tours
  • including high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors in our outreach efforts
• Received regional and national awards for producing outstanding outreach and recruitment materials (promotional video, multimedia CD ROM view book).
• Initiated "Rambassadors" program in 2000 - current VVC students serving as ambassadors as part of our outreach and recruitment efforts.
• Created the first ever bilingual (Spanish) positions in admissions and records, counseling, and assessment. It is anticipated that several new positions will be filled in financial aid for the Spring 2004. Most of these new positions will require bilingual skills as well.
• Continued growth, expansion, and improvement of programs that serve special populations and students with special needs such as DSPS, EOPS, and Financial Aid.
• Several core publications have been translated into Spanish so that Spanish-speaking students have access to documents and forms that contain important information and procedures for enrolling at VVC.
• Additional District funding allocated to support DSPS and EOPS.
• Proposed expansion of international student enrollments.
• Initiated a "Student Scholar-Athlete Award" for men and women athletes…secured $1,000 annual donation to support the awards.
• Initiated a "Student Services Scholarship"…raised $500-1,000 annually to support the scholarship.