Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Joy Cowden’s organization
Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hartnell Community College District Regular Meeting With Public Hearing
The board conducted a public hearing regarding collective bargaining. Key agenda items included student and program highlights, such as the introduction of ASHC Senate Officers and a presentation on the NextGen and Learning to Lead grant, which focuses on education pathways for the agriculture industry. Staff reports were received, and the Superintendent/President provided updates on accreditation, SB 1255, and the Foundation's strategic planning. Several actions were approved, including the appointment of members to the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee, resolutions regarding the Education Protection Account spending authorization, the GANN limit, and support for Proposition 3. Extensive personnel actions involving classifications, resignations, appointments, and student worker ratifications were also addressed.
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Associated Students of Hartnell College Meeting Agenda
The board discussed a proposal to transition from 16-week to compressed 8-week academic courses to improve graduation rates for part-time students. Financial actions included approving funding for the upcoming SSCCC conference for both students and staff. There was a discussion regarding a resolution to extend student service office hours to better accommodate part-time students with evening and weekend schedules. Additionally, the board held an election to fill the ICC position and reviewed the outcomes of various programs that took place in October and September.
Sep 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Associated Students of Hartnell College Meeting Minutes
The meeting involved an engagement activity followed by discussions on travel plans for upcoming student conferences. The board reviewed expenditures for August and September and approved the budget for October. Status updates were provided on vacant positions, committee standing, and committee reports. Additionally, the group reviewed the success of Banda Night and initiated plans to establish a constitution committee, while hearing reports regarding potential shifts in academic term lengths and other officer updates.
Sep 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Academic Senate Minutes
The meeting included key discussions regarding the approval of administrative procedures for artificial intelligence use, the opposition to two grant proposals involving academic terms and curriculum redesign, and the establishment of guidelines for the Technology Master Plan. Updates were provided on AI literacy, Zero Textbook Cost and Distance Education initiatives, and disability support services, specifically regarding the use of AI-supported accessibility tools. Additionally, several appointments to various committees and faculty positions were confirmed.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
