Vision
Learning for the Future
Mission
Provide educational leadership through learning
opportunities that anticipate, prepare for, and
meet the future challenges of a complex
democracy and a global society.
Preamble & Values
Cuyamaca College is committed to providing
opportunities and excellence in higher education
to our Community. Our vision, "Learning for the
Future," is reflected in our six core values listed
below. These values help shape the unique
experience that is Cuyamaca College.
F a l l 2 00 6
Convocation
• Academic Excellence
• Student Access
• The Natural Environment
• Strong Community Relations
• Innovation and Creativity
• Diversity and Social Harmony
convocation - a group of people gathered in answer to a summons; assembly.
convoke - to call together; summon to meet.
Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District
Governing Board Members: Rick Alexander,
Timothy L. Caruthers, D.C., Bill Garrett, Deanna Weeks
Student Members: Pat Ardilla, Cathy Keyes
Omero Suarez, Ph.D., Chancellor
Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D., Cuyamaca College President
Wednesday
August 16th, 2006
9:00 a.m.
Convocation
Growing for Your Future
Agenda
8:00–9:00
Breakfast
9:00–9:45
President’s Welcome
& Introductions
Geraldine Perri
Governing Board Trustee
Deanna Weeks
Chancellor
Omero Suarez
Cuyamaca College Foundation
President’s Welcome
Patty McCormack
Scholarship Award Presentation
Nubia Ruiz
Chuck Hansen
Science and Technology Mall - Under Construction
9:45–10:15
Student Center - Under Construction
10:15–10:45
Senate Program
Academic Senate President’s
Remarks
Jan Ford
Staff Development
Coordinator Remarks
David Detwiler
Classified Senate
Vice President’s Remarks
Maggie Gonzales
Faculty & Staff Recognition
Administrative Appointments
Geraldine Perri
New Faculty Introductions
Jan Ford
New Staff Introductions
Maggie Gonzales
Arleen Satele
Service Awards/Retiree
Recognition
Maggie Gonzales
Cristina Chiriboga
President’s Awards
Geraldine Perri
State of the College
Presentation
Geraldine Perri
Communication Arts Center - Under Construction
10:45–11:30
12:00–1:00
Business/CIS - Construction begins Fall 2007
Lunch – Automotive Technology Complex
Co-sponsored by Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation
and Viejas Band of the Kumeyaay Indians