The committee reviewed the implementation of the EEO and Diversity Plan, covering pre-hiring, hiring, and post-hiring strategies. Key discussions included the scheduling of DEIAA and EEO training sessions, the finalization of climate survey questions, and the incorporation of feedback into the survey process. The committee also discussed the need for formal procedures regarding EEO fund requests and acknowledged a recent workshop on improving the working and learning environment. An upcoming accessibility workshop was also announced.
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The committee received an update on the 2026 SJECCD bill list, including position recommendations from a consultant on various legislative bills. Additionally, the committee discussed a potential request for an audit of the statewide nursing workforce and determined not to proceed with the submission of an audit letter request this year.
Mar 18, 2026·Board meeting
Board Committee on External Affairs Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed the 2026 SJECCD bill list, receiving recommendations on various legislative bills that could impact community colleges, including specific support and opposition positions. Additionally, the committee discussed local advocacy efforts regarding the weighting of GPAs for dual credit courses, noting that most districts weight AP courses but not dual credit. Finally, the committee explored regional partnerships and coalitions, including the potential for requesting a state audit concerning the impact of BA nursing degrees.
Jan 1, 2026·Strategic plan
San José -- Evergreen Community College District Strategic Plan 2026-2034
This document, titled "Connecting Our Listening Tour to the District's 2026-2034 Strategic Goals," outlines how feedback from a comprehensive Listening Tour informs the strategic direction of the San José -- Evergreen Community College District. The strategic plan is structured around six core goals: elevating student success and closing equity gaps, simplifying pathways and supporting continuous learning, accelerating community and economic mobility, fostering an inclusive and thriving workplace culture, championing fiscal health and resilient infrastructure, and integrating data, innovation, and institutional effectiveness. The recommendations gathered will guide the implementation of these goals to strengthen student outcomes, employee experience, and overall organizational effectiveness.
