Julieta Ortiz Aramburo

The Board of Trustees reviewed and approved agreements with international educational agents to recruit F-1 visa students for the International Student Program and the Language Academy. Key discussions centered on the expansion of recruitment efforts, the referral fee structure for agents, and compliance with the District's goal to increase student enrollment and support student success. The approved contracts establish payment terms for student referrals that comply with fiscal oversight requirements.

The meeting featured a presentation on the Student Life & Development Risk Waiver Form. Key agenda items included the sanctioning for the 'May Madness' event and a discussion regarding the upcoming Inter-Club Council banquet.

The meeting featured reports from the Director of Club Support, the Director of Finance, and advisors. Key discussion items included a reflection on the ICC Club Rush Spring 2026 event and a review of the ICC Weeks of Welcome and Open House events.

The meeting focused on several budget requests from campus organizations. Approvals were granted for the Campus Companions, Outdoor Recreation Club, South Bay Aerospace Makers, and Alpha Gamma Sigma budget requests. The Architecture Club's budget request was tabled for a future meeting.

The El Camino College Strategic Plan outlines the institution's commitment to student success and community responsiveness. The plan is built upon five core values—People, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence—and is guided by principles of distinction, cooperation, and open access. Its seven strategic goals focus on improving educational offerings, promoting student-centered learning, supporting innovative practices, fostering integrity and accountability, developing effective employees, enhancing communication, and incorporating institutional flexibility. The overarching vision is for El Camino College to be the college of choice for successful student learning, caring student services, and open access, while being a leader in demonstrating accountability to its community.