Trustee T.J. Prendergast III

Board President Carolyn Inmon, Clerk T.J. Prendergast, Trustees Lisa Bartlett, Ryan Dack, Tim Jemal and Marcia Milchiker, and Student Trustee Eric Shin joined District and college leadership to celebrate the installation of Dr. Lonita Cordova as president of Saddleback College, marking an important milestone in the college's leadership.

Board Clerk T.J. Prendergast joined faculty, classified professionals and managers from Irvine Valley College and Saddleback College at the Black Chamber of Commerce's annual dinner, celebrating community leaders and their contributions to Orange County.

Trustees T.J. Prendergast and Marcia Milchiker joined District leadership and campus police teams at the Orange County Business Council's annual First Responders Dinner, celebrating their service, achievements, and commitment to keeping our campuses and communities safe.

Board President Carolyn Inmon and Board Clerk T.J. Prendergast joined Irvine Valley College President Dr. John C. Hernandez at the Tustin Public Schools Foundation's annual Celebration of Schools, celebrating public education and the District's partnership with Tustin Unified School District.

Trustees Marcia Milchiker, Lisa A. Bartlett, T.J. Prendergast III, and Board President Carolyn Inmon joined faculty, classified professionals, administrators, and campus leaders at the Presidents’ Opening Sessions at Irvine Valley College and Saddleback College. Their participation helped mark the start of the new academic year and demonstrated the Board’s continued engagement with our college communities.

Board President Carolyn Inmon, Trustees T.J. Prendergast III and Marcia Milchiker, and Student Trustee Eric Shin came together at Saddleback College Stadium to welcome and cheer on Team Netherlands (TeamNL). Their visit celebrated TeamNL’s training residency in South Orange County and the growing partnership connecting Saddleback College and our region to the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The South Orange County Community College District Board of Trustees joined faculty, staff, families, and community members in celebrating the achievements of the Class of 2026 during commencement ceremonies at Irvine Valley College and Saddleback College. Trustees congratulated graduates as they marked this important milestone and recognized the dedication, perseverance, and support systems that helped students reach graduation.

Trustees Lisa A. Bartlett, T.J. Prendergast III, Ryan Dack, Carolyn Inmon, and Marcia Milchiker joined Chancellor Julianna M. Asperin Barnes and Saddleback College President Elliot Stern in celebrating the dedicated employees honored at Saddleback College’s Retirement Ceremony. The ceremony recognized the lasting contributions of faculty, classified professionals, and administrators whose years of service have supported students, strengthened programs, and enriched the Saddleback College community. SOCCCD is grateful for their commitment and impact across generations of students and employees.

USA Today highlighted how SOCCCD is expanding workforce development opportunities through its growth at the Advanced Technology & Education Park (ATEP) in Tustin. Featuring the trustees, the piece outlines the district’s expansion plans, including new facilities, industry partnerships, and career-focused programs designed to provide students with hands-on learning experiences and strengthen Orange County’s workforce pipeline.

SOCCCD was proud to be in Washington, D.C. alongside key district leaders for the ACCT National Legislative Summit, advocating for the students and communities we serve. During the visit, trustees met with Representatives Mike Levin, Dave Min, and Young Kim, as well as officials from the U.S. Department of Ed., to discuss critical priorities impacting IVC and Saddleback College. Conversations focused on expanding workforce pathways, protecting and strengthening federal student aid, Veterans Resource Centers, supporting facilities and basic needs resources, and ensuring community colleges remain central to economic mobility and innovation.