Heather Abellana

The meeting focused on the review of enrollment management metrics, including the P1 enrollment report and future reporting processes for FTES figures and growth targets. The committee discussed the upcoming 2026-27 IEPI SEM application, which aims to improve pathways for English language learners and justice-impacted students. Marketing strategies were reviewed, including current registration campaign effectiveness and the need for better outreach coordination. Additionally, members explored a data-informed approach to supporting growth through potential productivity improvements in General Education course offerings.

The committee meeting agenda included discussions regarding recommendations for the refinement of instructional budgets and updates on Higher Ed Emergency Relief Funding provided through the American Recovery Act. Additionally, the committee received progress reports from various ad hoc subcommittees focused on marketing strategies, data and overall enrollment goals, and student support strategies, concluding with a discussion of future agenda items.

The committee discussed the use of FTES data and the status of Hold Harmless funding. Recommendations were passed regarding the 2020-21 FTEF budget, prioritizing instructional programs, equity, and courses with high historic enrollment. The committee also set specific FTEF scheduling targets for Fall 2020, Spring 2021, and Summer 2021. Additionally, the committee established protocols for identifying cohort-protected programs and agreed to request an increase in the FTEF budget from the Budget Committee, while outlining spending priorities in the event additional funding is secured.

The committee reviewed the instructional budgeting and schedule development process, discussed concerns regarding budget cuts and concessions, and examined the quarterly financial report. Further discussions focused on the multi-year budget and enrollment plan, the necessity of linking enrollment goals to actionable strategic plans, and the review of a draft committee calendar for the upcoming year.

The committee discussed student support strategies, including Hispanic Serving Institution status, funding opportunities, and commencement planning. Data analysis efforts for program reviews were reviewed. The committee addressed campus reopening plans, specifically regarding safety protocols, vaccination requirements for registration, and communication strategies. Feedback was requested for the Institutional Self Evaluation Report related to accreditation standards. Additionally, the committee reviewed a new marketing project featuring student stories to promote campus offerings.