Nov.ember 7, 2002
INFORMATION: Sue Bozman or John McElwain, (661) 362-3415 or 3494
College of the Canyons to Host Board of Governors
MEDIA ADVISORY
WHAT: The California Community College Board of Governors will meet in a regularly scheduled session on the College of the Canyons campus for two full days conducting system-wide business.
The Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges sets policy and provides guidance for the 72 districts and 108 colleges, which constitute the system. The 16-member board, appointed by the state governor, formally interacts with state and federal officials and other state organizations. The Board of Governors selects a chancellor for the system. The chancellor, through a formal process of consultation, brings recommendations to the board, which has the legislatively granted authority to develop and implement policy for the colleges. Additionally, each of the 72 community college districts in the state has a locally elected board of trustees, responsive to local community needs and charged with the operations of the local colleges.
During the two days, members of the board will familiarize themselves with College of the Canyons its programs and facilities while interacting with COC staff and faculty.
The two-day meeting will consist of a number of separate committee sessions (open to the public) on Tuesday, Nov. 12, and conclude with an open session from 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 13. During this open meeting, a public forum will be provided for anyone wishing to address the board. (Contact COC for procedures).
WHERE:
- College of the Canyons
- 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road
- Santa Clarita, CA 91355
WHEN: Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 12 and 13, 2002
WHO: The Board of Governors consists of 16 members. (biographies are available at: http://www.cccco.edu/executive/bog/members.htm)
LOCAL INFO: John McElwain, COC Public Information Office, (661) 362-3494, mcelwain_j@mail.coc.cc.ca.us
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