Dear SDCCE Community,

Our 2025 Commencement was an exciting culmination and celebration of hard work and dedication as we honored the incredible journeys of our SDCCE graduates. As they close one chapter, a new one begins—filled with hope, purpose, and limitless possibilities.

I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to our graduates as they step boldly into their futures—whether continuing their education or advancing their careers. Thank you to our amazing SDCCE faculty, classified professionals, and administrators for supporting our students in reaching this milestone! Additionally, a special thank you to the Office of Student Affairs and to every individual who had a part in a making our commencement ceremony a success!

View and download photos from commencement on the SDCCE Flickr. #ForwardTogether

Well done, SDCCE Class of 2025! We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished.

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Enrollment Updates

Spring Update

SDCCE’s overall enrollment for spring stands at 30,039 (1% less than this time last year), with a fill rate of 70%, which is greater than last spring (64%). SDCCE’s overall headcount is currently 15,696, a decrease of 5% compared to this time last spring (16,548). FTEF scheduled for the spring semester is 2% greater than last spring (191.47 to 195.94).

Summer Update

Enrollment for summer 2025 started on May 12th, 2025. Summer classes started June 9th, 2025, and will end on August 23rd, 2025. SDCCE’s overall enrollment for summer stands at 14,026 (1% greater than this time last year, and an 8% increase from last week), with a fill rate of 83%, which is less than last summer (87%). SDCCE’s overall headcount is currently 9,828, an increase of 2% compared to this time last summer (9,644) and a 7% increase from last week (9,147). FTEF scheduled for the summer semester is 12% greater than last summer (71.40 to 80.24). View the enrollment report.

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Summer classes begin today, June 9—please note that Clothing and Textiles courses are not offered this term and will return in Fall 2025.

As classes are underway, please remind your students that they have access to basic needs resources through SDCCE Cares, enrollment support through our Welcome Centers, and critical wrap around supports such as the Black Student Success Program, LGBTQIA+ Student Success Program, Immigrant Student Success Program, among others that our college offers. I wish you a great first week of classes and I look forward to learning about the wonderful initiatives that will take place this semester.

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A reminder that all San Diego College of Continuing Education campuses are closed on Fridays for the summer. Campuses will resume normal Monday to Friday operations after August 15.

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Save the Date on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, for our Juneteenth Celebration taking place at the Education Cultural Complex, Outdoor Patio between buildings B & C from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. We will have live performances, musical talent, and storytelling to capture the essence of Juneteenth and the Black experience. Lunch will be provided by Felix’s BBQ With Soul!

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All are welcome to march with SDCCE and the SDCCD at the annual Pride Parade on Saturday, July 19th. Register to walk in the Pride parade using this form.

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To support our PAs and IAs transitioning out of their roles, Career Services is offering a series of three workshops—available both in person and online. These sessions will provide hands-on guidance with resume and CV writing, interview preparation, LinkedIn profile building, and job search strategies.

Session details:

• June 10 at Mid-City Campus, Room 318 (5:00–7:00 PM)
• June 19 at ECC, Room 184 (1:00–3:00 PM)
• June 25 at Mid-City Campus, Room 318 (9:00–11:00 AM)

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The eighth and final professional learning module on Race-Conscious Grade and Attendance Mapping is now live on Equity Connect!

Equity Connect includes video recordings and assets from eConvenings, as well as other downloadable racial equity resources. All SDCCE employees have institutional access to Equity Connect. All virtual modules for the Racial Equity Leadership Alliance will be uploaded on this platform. In addition, Equity Connect holds recordings of the live eConvenings from previous years of the alliance, group discussion boards where people can create virtual communities of practice, and a library of resources focused on racial equity and community colleges.

While this concludes the current series for the year, all SDCCE employees will continue to have access to these modules on the platform through 2026.

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Safety, Inclusion, and Belonging (SIB) Task Force Updates

At San Diego College of Continuing Education, we are committed to maintaining a campus environment that fosters inclusivity, equity, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their background or immigration status. The SIB Task Force was created to develop actionable steps to enhance support for our students in the current social climate. As a Task Force we are working on the current initiatives:

• We’re Here to Stay Program – A new effort focused on supporting students facing immigration-related challenges.
• Immigration Resources – Centralized access to information and tools addressing a wide range of immigration needs.
• Informational Events – A series of sessions hosted by SIB sub-committees to help students navigate immigration systems.
• Campus-Wide Resource List – A comprehensive guide to services, including asylum, parole, and legal support.
• Legal Consultations – One-on-one legal guidance, with $150 provided for the first session and discounted rates for ongoing representation.

Following our May 28 meeting, VPSS Carter sent out a communication regarding Guidance for Supporting Students Affected by Recent Immigration Policy Changes. Do not provide students with legal advice; instead, refer students to professionals trained in immigration law. If a student needs assistance or a safe place to ask questions, please direct them to: sdcceimmigrantsupport@sdccd.edu and make note of the upcoming sessions to support students and community members:

HELS Immigration Legal Clinic

Tuesday, June 17 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mid-City Campus – Room 316

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The Tutorial and Learning Center (TLC) at the Educational Cultural Complex (ECC), Room 76, is open for the summer and ready to support students with tutoring, study space, and academic resources.

We’re also offering Digital Literacy sessions on June 10 and June 12 from 12:00–12:30 PM to help students navigate online learning tools.

Students can now enroll in our summer tutoring course (CRN 91231). Enrollment must be completed in person during scheduled class days and times.

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During the first week of summer, TLC tutors and faculty will visit classrooms to introduce services and connect with students.

• TLC Summer Hours & Services:
  • Open M–Th, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • (Tuesdays: Study Hour 9–10 AM; Tutoring starts at 10 AM)
• Tutoring in reading, writing, math, and English conversation
• Workshops, group/quiet study spaces, and tech support
• CASAS & HSE testing available on scheduled days

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The SDCCD has now launched virtual student parking permits! Students can sign on to myportal.sdccd.edu TODAY and purchase a virtual parking permit using a credit card*.

• No more waiting in long lines!
• No need to print or pick up a permit!
• No need to display a permit in your car’s window!

Permit pricing: $29 for summer; $40 each for fall and spring; $25 for students who qualify for financial aid.

*Cash purchases can still be made at the College Police Office, cash permit stations, or the Cashier's window on campuses. More information is available at sdccd.edu/parking

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In the coming weeks, the San Diego Community College District will launch SDCCDsafe, a free app that turns your smartphone into a safety tool. Safety at all SDCCD campuses and facilities is a top priority, and this new app will provide students and employees with another way to protect themselves with such features as:

• Placing a direct call to College Police or the 9-8-8 Crisis Lifeline
• Setting up a virtual “Friend Walk” so a friend or family member can make sure you arrive at your destination safely – whether to a classroom, a parking lot, or even somewhere off campus
• Reporting an anonymous tip

The app will be available for download from the Apple App or Google Play stores in mid- to late-June. A notice will be sent out when the app is live.

More details about the app and other District safety services are available at sdccd.edu/safety.

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Check out the upcoming Be Well CCE support group opportunities to boost your well-being this semester!Be Well CCE

Life in Living Color (LGBTQIA+)

Come join our bilingual support group twice a month to meet others, discuss relevant topics, and learn about resources for LGBTQIA+ students.
This group meets *BI-WEEKLY* on Mondays in person at the Cesar Chavez campus in room 205 or via Zoom.
Dates: 6/16/25
Meeting ID: 867 6916 7653
https://sdccd-edu.zoom.us/j/86769167653

Real Relations Support Group

BeWell CCE wants to support you and your goals as you navigate the various interpersonal relationships in life. Some of the topics are included but not limited to: Communication, Boundaries, Self-Esteem, Core Beliefs/Values, Healthy/Unhealthy Relationship Traits, Positive Parenting/Discipline techniques and more.
The last Monday of the month is students only at 12:30PM.
Dates: 6/23/25
Meeting ID: 847 4447 3305
https://sdccd-edu.zoom.us/j/84744473305

Weekly Student Support Group

“This Thing Called Life” is hosted on Wednesdays for students only at 12:30PM.
Meeting ID: 884 0608 7923
https://sdccd-edu.zoom.us/j/88406087923

Weekly Employee Support Group

“Think it Through Thursdays” is hosted on Thursdays for employees only at 12:30PM.
Flex Credit Available
Meeting ID: 879 8336 9490
https://sdccd-edu.zoom.us/j/87983369490

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The ECC Theatre Renovation is underway!

Please be on the lookout for new signs around campus outlining the construction and plan ahead as you get to ECC! The following dates reflect important changes to parking and pedestrian access near the construction site:

• Wednesday, June 5, 2025: Cones and No Parking signs placed in lot 3.
• Monday, June 9, 2025: Perimeter fence installation begins in lot 1 (Phase 1).
• Thursday, June 12, 2025: Cones and No Parking signs placed for upcoming parking lot 2 striping.
• Friday, June 13, 2025: Temporary striping will be done in parking lot 2.
• Monday, June 16, 2025: Main construction fencing installed around the construction zone (Phase 2).
• Monday, June 16, 2025: Temporary interior wall installed—foyer access will be closed from this point on.

Visit the project webpage to learn more and stay up to date.

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• The results of the Academic Senate election are in: Richard Weinroth has been elected President, Kelly Metz-Matthews as Vice President, and Stacy Surwilo as Treasurer for the 2025–2027 term. Each has confirmed their acceptance and commitment to serving our academic community. I want to congratulate our newly elected senate officers!
• Dr. Lisa Carulli, Site Compliance Officer for San Diego College of Continuing Education, will be off contract from June 16–30 and July 21–24, 2025. During this time, please contact Dean Michele Madrid Novak (mnovak@sdccd.edu) for any Site Compliance matters, including conflict resolution, harassment or discrimination complaints, and EEO Plan-related reviews or training. Thank you to Dr. Carulli for her dedication, and to Dean Novak for her continued support—your efforts are deeply appreciated.
• A reminder that all requests of the Communications Department must be approved by a dean or vice president and requires submission of a request form. You can find the Project Request Form link on the Faculty and Staff Resources Page of our website. Allow ten working days for a request to be completed. If a request needs immediate attention, please complete the form and contact the Public Information Officer.
• For SDCCE professional development opportunities, visit the professional development web page for upcoming workshops.
• For SDCCE swag and merch, visit the online store and start shopping today!

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President's Updates

• I enjoyed attending the San Diego Community College Management Association Annual Awards Luncheon last week—a meaningful event celebrating the leadership and service of our district managers, and the impact of scholarships that support student success. Congratulations to Dean of Student Affairs, Michele Madrid Novak on receiving her 20-Year Certificate of Service, a well-deserved recognition of her dedication, impact, and unwavering commitment to our students, community and mission.
• It was an honor to be the keynote speaker at the Clark Construction Group's San Diego Strategic Partnership Program Graduation! The program is geared toward helping small businesses, many of them minority, women, and veteran-owned. Congratulations to the 2025 graduating class of SD SSP.

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The Research Corner

This week, we invite you to explore The Power of Partnership: Building Strong STEM Transfer Connections. This 2024 paper explains how direct collaboration between a community college and a 4-year university can improve the success of STEM students with deprivileged backgrounds. Examples of partnered institutions are given, alongside their collaborative strategies such as parallel or even merged programs to improve the experience of transfer students. You may read the paper at The Power of Partnership: Building Strong STEM Transfer Connections. Please take a minute to review this resource and email jsalcedo001@sdccd.edu if you have any questions.

Walk with the President / President's Office Hours

This semester, I'm excited to offer a new opportunity to Walk with the President! If you’d rather take a stroll around the Educational Cultural Complex instead of a Zoom meeting, join me for a refreshing walk as we continue to prioritize wellness. Don’t forget to wear comfortable walking shoes!

Individual walks or zoom meetings will be 20 minutes and are available on a first come first-served basis. If you would like to schedule an appointment with me, please email sdccepresident@sdccd.edu for detailed information.

Lastly, you can utilize the anonymous sharing box. Your voice matters, and I look forward to continuing the conversation.

Best,