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Santa Cruz has a variety of deep and rich veins of cultural practice assets that the college could help our community convert into value in the cash economy.

For instance, I have a hard time thinking of Joby Aviation without Humble Sea & Venus Distilling. To me, a bar is a place where aspirational capital and social capital build partnerships across communities and industries. And conveniently our college can train folks to make lives in all three of those business/industry types.

We also have a forty year strong dance company in Esperanza del Valle with ongoing relationships with the University of Veracruz. Our college could host dance congresas that draw together people regionally and internationally. Turning cultural capital into another regional travel industry asset...

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Theory, then, is a set of knowledges. Some of these knowledges have been kept from us—entry into some professions and academia denied us. Because we are not allowed to enter discourse, because we are often disqualified and excluded from it, because what passes for theory these days is forbidden territory for us, it is vital that we occupy theorizing space, that we not allow white men and women solely to occupy it. By bringing in our own approaches and methodologies, we transform that theorizing space. (Anzaldúa, 1990,

p. xxv, emphasis in original)

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¿What do the communities we serve need to be communities? That is, if we think of the peoples we serve as communities, ¿what can we offer them to help them build polity? Population implies numerics. Words like people, polities, and communities imply relationships.

One of our Steinberg-Hart partners spoke to the tension between the long arc cyclical learning experiences and expedited throughput conceptions of our mission. We cannot reach resolution on this. Especially given the shifting priorities of the legislatures that fund us.

But we can build more cohesive and coherent relationships with the folks we serve. Mission based on who they are, what they want. Strategies based in how we can meet those needs, as who we are as a college, and with the resources we are able to entrain.

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classrooms that function well, safe study space, expanded childcare, student resource rooms

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classrooms that function well, safe study space, expanded childcare, student resource rooms

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emphasis on developing strategies to support English learners, apprenticeships.

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emphasis on developing strategies to support English learners, apprenticeships.

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housing, jobs, support for transfer, completion, financial resources, sense of community

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housing, jobs, support for transfer, completion, financial resources, sense of community

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international students, community members, retirees, 50% Latinx, first gen, indigenous, African American,Asian

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international students, community members, retirees, 50% Latinx, first gen, indigenous, African American,Asian

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Integration of Instructional and Student Services components

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Integration of Instructional and Student Services components

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We have many services that students don't know about and maybe even don't know they could benefit from. The model of students having to go sign-up for the services might be flawed. We need to find a way that the services come to students instead of the reverse.

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Loans will not be long enough - help them get something they can keep

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Professional development for faculty for tech tools

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Professional development for faculty for tech tools

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Latinx/o/a, Chicano/a, indigenous. This population has grown tremendously and will continue.

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We need to shift towards the assets our students bring instead of using deficit language about them, their culture, identity or skills.

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We need to shift our mental models away from expectations that our students will have all skills needed to succeed and recognize scaffolding and differentiation will lead ALL students to mastery. With that, not only focus on deficits, but shift to asset based approaches.

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Provide more continuing ed/professional learning classes that can be completed within 4-8 weeks. Not everybody wants a degree or skills certificate or has the time available to attend college for 16 weeks.

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Better transportation (how about an electric shuttle?) to and from Watsonville will aid enrollment and filling classes. A shuttle could take students directly between campuses at the times needed for class schedules.

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Students that need to work full or close to full time in order to afford living here. Flexible access to classes including in-person evening classes

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Students need to feel supported and welcomed.  Students need to have a sense of community and belonging.  Having comparable facilities and resources to other community college is something students recognize and desire

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Students need to feel supported and welcomed.  Students need to have a sense of community and belonging.  Having comparable facilities and resources to other community college is something students recognize and desire

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Many of our students use WhatsApp, so why not use what they already use.
Also, remind is a great app to communicate with students rather than using only email.

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connection. More learning communities/cohorts

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This creates a central location to congregate and “just be” between activities /classes and transform the culture from a transactional commuter mentality

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Build more opportunities for a positive identity with the world of academia to increase persistence. Build relationships, build culture through a focus on aspirations and a celebration of progression.

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Diverse student athlete population now and in the future

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Diverse student athlete population now and in the future

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Increase collaboration between departments, divisions and learning centers. By breaking down these silos we can increase our focus on students by decreasing a duplication of efforts.

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Physical access across campus for disabled students

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Physical access across campus for disabled students

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Currently a student who is mobility challenged must navigate a complex web of lifts that are declining. To get from many points on campus a student must travel on at least 3 or 4 lifts to get to street level

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Accessibility, wheelchair pathways that are actually accessible, outdoor furniture that is accessible around campus, elevators that run smoothly and that have proper handrails for safety, accessible community spaces that bring programs and departments together

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Accessibility, wheelchair pathways that are actually accessible, outdoor furniture that is accessible around campus, elevators that run smoothly and that have proper handrails for safety, accessible community spaces that bring programs and departments together

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Have high schools require completion of FAFSA/financial aid forms & CCCApply for graduation

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Have high schools require completion of FAFSA/financial aid forms & CCCApply for graduation

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The ability to build new facilities or renovate old ones requires community support… and in our community we have two problems. 1) Not enough true engagement by faculty and staff in community dialogue spaces (letters to editors, social groups). 2) bond passage rates are difficult to achieve at 55% … either lobby for simple majority or pursue legislative earmarks … both are difficult tasks

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We need to be able to respond quickly and efficiently to the changing educational needs of our populations; it shouldn't take up to 2 years to approve new classes.

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More evening classes! Asynchronous doesn't work for all learners and many people work during the day

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Let’s get smart about space relative to virtual instruction/ remote work.

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Early onramps and extending the college as a support system for our PK-12 school systems. Can we support our County Office of Ed. with their challenges with jump starting the Arts teaching that they have let wither since the Bush presidency?

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scheduling software that combines with student plans and curriculum requirements to generate class schedules that allow students to actually take the classes they need when they need them

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Students need to know how to interpret and use complicated information. Librarians and library info lit courses, course-related instruction are critical here.

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We need to ask students directly through multiple modalities (not only tech options) and add validation to their responses even if it doesn’t fit within our traditional data models or mindsets.

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excellent instruction

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Attention to pandemic-related learning loss and teaching strategies to reach and support students where they are

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We don’t have the resources for 1:1 device/staffing for tech needs so there’s a need to be creative in this space

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Finding new ways to move our classes closer to our students and to bring our students together to fully enjoy the collective college experience.

Highway 1 is a barrier to getting students to campus. Rail + bus could take a burden off of our students as they work towards creating community.

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Multidisciplinary collaboration and faculty development for student focused equity practices; sustainable support for faculty.

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We all need to keep up on how to interpret and use information in a complex ecosystem. Librarians are critical here.

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We served LatinX students

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Culturally responsive curriculum, teaching modalities.

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There needs to more resources invested into increasing the efficacy of our instructors. Many have excellent content knowledge, but need training and professional development around effective engagement strategies and relationship building strategies. There also needs to be more accountability regarding equitable pedagogy, including assessments. There are also many bright spots, so creating a pipeline of leaders within faculty that already implement these strategies.

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Meaningful Work on Inclusive Excellence 

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Meaningful Work on Inclusive Excellence 

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Not just a metric or box to check.

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Continuing work with faculty to adopt zero textbook cost commitments through use of OER and others

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We are an aging county. New definitions of what retirement, aging, productivity and community engagement looks like impact what life-long learning means and looks like. How does education, community college and a robust community look like and what programs will support it

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By finding ways to use technologies (such as Zoom) that can help connect students and instructors at a distance.

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By finding ways to use technologies (such as Zoom) that can help connect students and instructors at a distance.

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For courses that require textbooks (sciences and math, for example), consider options for inclusive access through publisher websites so that students have first day access to the book vs waiting for resources to purchase, falling behind and ultimately dropping.

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More certification programs that don't require transfer to a 4 year

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stronger, larger computer science, etc. dept, forge relationships with Silicon Valley employers

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stronger, larger computer science, etc. dept, forge relationships with Silicon Valley employers

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Streamline processes and continue enhanced support; continue to identify barriers and reduce or remove them

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Improved/modernized Athletic Facilities and team rooms.  If we build it they will come ;)

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Improved/modernized Athletic Facilities and team rooms.  If we build it they will come ;)

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Computers and other devices. Also wifi connectivity.

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Computers and other devices. Also wifi connectivity.

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two year degrees with more than living wages ex: solar tech

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two year degrees with more than living wages ex: solar tech

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Too clunky, dropped handoff from application to enrollment, lack of time with counselors to get students on the path

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Quality of life in an area that is so very expensive.

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Quality of life in an area that is so very expensive.

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The cost of living here is not going to normalize in the foreseeable future. But Cultural Capital can offset some cash challenges. Family networks, community experiences, artistic solidarity, aspirational capital, linguistic capital... How can the college communicate that we can help in these areas?

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Employee Retention / Recruitment Resources

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Employee Retention / Recruitment Resources

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Workforce Housing
Flexible Work Policies
Competitive Pay/Benefits
Manageable Assignments and Workload Distribution

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We serve student veterans.

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Removing financial barriers. Wouldn’t it be great if employers were incentivized to support student work schedules, perhaps in partnership with the institution.

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Continue to support lifelong learners in the community

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First generation to college students, immigrants.

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Students need to feel engaged, supported and able to access resources 

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Students need to feel engaged, supported and able to access resources 

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Now and in the future some of our students (and funding supporters) will continue to be life long learners and non-degree seeking students

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Students at the Stroke and Disability Learning Center

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Students at the Stroke and Disability Learning Center

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They are adults living with brain injuries and disorders in the community who bring diversity to our college

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Hustle shows promise for text-based communication; email seems like a tough sell

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Safe spaces to study that have robust operating hours

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Safe spaces to study that have robust operating hours

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Current needs include technolgy that they can actually access.  

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Current needs include technolgy that they can actually access.  

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Greater and enhanced classes taught in the virtual/distance ed. environment.

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Greater and enhanced classes taught in the virtual/distance ed. environment.

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More courses in Spanish

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Lifelong learners who aren’t necessarily seeking a degree

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Lifelong learners who aren’t necessarily seeking a degree

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Repeatability advocacy or alternative subsidies to support lifelong learners is a must.

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Culture of caring and support, where it ok to not be ok, help seeking encouragement

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Working students who need flexibility in their class schedules. 

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Working students who need flexibility in their class schedules. 

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Cabrillo email

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING and necessary supports!

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Preparation for jobs with family-sustaining wages, including jobs that don't currently exist

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Removal of tech barriers

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Depends on the changing demographics of our community as people with families migrate out in search of more affordable places to raise children.

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Every student should have access to both a laptop and decent wifi.

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Every student should have access to both a laptop and decent wifi.

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Youth who are in high school (dual enrollment) and  recent highschool graduates and re-entry older students who want and need retraining 

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Youth who are in high school (dual enrollment) and  recent highschool graduates and re-entry older students who want and need retraining 

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Dual enrolled HS students, traditional HS grads, adult learners, language learners, adult recreation, life enrichment students. We need to establish a middle college HS that serves as a magnet for enrollment

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Continued financial support that is robust. Working is a barrier for many students.