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Operational Work Groups

A non-governance group created and led by the President or a VP (or designee) that carries out an ongoing function or institutional need.

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Accreditation Oversight Committee

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The Accreditation Oversight Committee (AOC) is charged to student success through successful accreditation. It is the responsibility of the institution, CEO and ALO (Accreditation Liaison Officer) to keep Skyline College in compliance with the ERs (Eligibility Requirements), Accreditation Standards, including federal requirements, Commission policies, and Skyline College's MVV (mission-Vision-Values). This committee will support the college in keeping in compliance.

The role of the Accreditation Oversight Committee is:

To review ongoing changes and requirements for accreditation at the federal, state and regional levels to facilitate keeping in compliance with ERs, Commission policies and Skyline College’s MVV (Mission- Vision-Values)
To coordinate Skyline College’s ongoing activities related to its accreditation, including developing and maintaining a systematic approach to tracking evidence,
To periodically review alignment of college process with accreditation standards,
To maintain the college’s accreditation web site, and
To provide open communication between the Accreditation Oversight Committee and the college community.

Chair and Accreditation Liaison Officer
Ingrid Vargas, Dean of Planning, Research, Innovation, and Effectiveness
Charged by
Melissa Moreno, College President

AOC will meet when needed.

AOC Website

Campus Auxiliary Services Advisory Committee

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The Committee is to identify concerns and makes recommendations regarding the cafeteria, bookstore, vending, and some facilities to the President or the Chancellor’s Office. This is a college committee that interfaces with the District Auxiliary Services Advisory Committee (DASAC).

Chair
Eloisa Briones, Vice Presient of Administrative Services
Members
Representatives from bookstore, cafeteria, Student Life and Leadership Development Office, Business Services Office, and Student Services area.
Charged by
Eloisa Briones, Vice Presient of Administrative Services

Meetings will be held as needed.

Commencement Work Group

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The Commencement Work Group plans, coordinates and implements all activities for Commencement. Meetings focus on all logistical aspects of the graduation and the commencement ceremony.

Chairs
William Minnich, Co-Chair, Dean, Enrollment Services
Alvin Gubatina, Co-Chair, Student Life and Leadership Manager
Members
Representatives from Facilities, Bookstore, Media Services, and Student Servies.
Charged by
Newin Orante, Vice President of Student Services

Meetings will be held regularly during the spring semester until the day of graduation.

Deans and Vice Presidents

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Vice Presidents and Deans collaborate and coordinate to enhance student success and equity. The charge of this group is to manage operations and procedures while aligning efforts between student services, administrative services, and instruction.

Chair
Joe Morello, Vice President of Administrative Services
Newin Orante, Vice President of Student Services
Vinicio Lopez, Vice President of Instruction
Members
All deans in the instructional and student services areas.
Charged by
Melissa Moreno, College President

Second Thursday of the Month, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

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Event Support Working Group

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To update.

Chair
Eloisa Briones, Vice President of Administrative Services
Members
Representatives from Administration, Operations, Facilities, Public Safety, Media Services and division offices who assist in event planning
Charged by
Eloisa Briones, Vice President of Administrative Services

Meetings will be held as needed.

Instructional Leadership Team

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The Instructional Leadership Team will deliberately focus on the implementation and evaluation of instruction and academic support services, processes, and technologies to support Skyline College’s commitment to social justice, equity and access for our students, staff, and community.

We commit to providing excellent academic programs to achieve institutional outcomes and student success.

Chair
Vinicio Lopez, Vice President of Instruction
Members
Angelica Mendoza, Administrative Assistant: Vice President of Instruction
Chelssee De Barra, Learning Center Manager
Chikako Walker, Interim Program Manager of Global Learning Programs
Chris Gibson, Dean of Language Arts
Danni Redding Lapuz, Dean of Social Sciences and Creative Arts
Dino Nomicos, Interim Dean of Kinesiology, Athletics, and Dance
Gabriela Nocito, Director of the Learning Commons
Maria Norris, Curriculum & Instructional Systems Specialist
Martina Center-Goodman, Director of Middle College
Michael Kane, Dean of Business, Education and Professional Programs
Rolin Moe, Dean of Academic Support and Learning Technologies
Russell Waldon, Dean of Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Development
Sherrie Prasad, Executive Assistant: Vice President of Instruction
William Minnich, Dean of Enrollment Services
Zaid Ghori, Director of Special International Programs
Charged by
Vinicio Lopez, Vice President of Instruction

ILT meets on the third Thursday of the month from 9:00am to 10:30am.

ILT Website

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Scholarship Selection Work Group

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The Scholarship Selection Work Group serves as a general policy advisory group to the scholarship program and as a selection committee for general scholarships and awards that may be assigned to their jurisdiction. The primary sources of scholarships for which this work group selects scholarship recipients are Skyline and District Foundation and Skyline Organization funds.

Chairs
Ariackna Soler, Director of Financial Aid
Patricia Flores, Financial Aid Program Services Coordinator
Charged by
Newin Orante, Vice President of Student Services

Meetings will be held as needed.

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Student Scholarship Awards Ceremony Work Group

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Student Scholarship Awards Ceremony Work Group is charged with planning and implementing the annual Student Scholarship Awards Ceremony and the Donor Appreciation Reception.

Chairs
Ariackna Soler, Director of Financial Aid
Patricia Flores, Financial Aid Program Services Coordinator
Charged by
Newin Orante, Vice President of Student Services

Meetings will be held as needed.

Student Services Leadership Team

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To update.

Chair
Newin Ornate, Vice President of Student Services
Members
Deans, Directors, and Deans in the student services area.
Charged by
Newin Orante, Vice President of Student Services

SSLT meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 10:00 am to Noon.