Board of Trustees pose with legislator during visits

Sacramento Legislative Visits

SOCCCD had a strong presence in Sacramento at the Community College League of California Legislative Conference and during visits to the State Capitol. The trustees and Chancellor met with legislators to advocate for key priorities including workforce opportunities, facility improvements, student housing, basic needs, and critical funding support. These productive conversations reinforced strong legislative support for community college students in South Orange County and helped keep our students and campuses front and center at the state level.
Trustee Carolyn Inmon speaks at spring opening

Saddleback College Spring Flex Opener

District Trustees joined employees for the Spring Flex Opener, an energizing and reflective celebration marking the start of the spring semester and centered on the theme, “The Future.” Trustee Inmon delivered remarks, with Trustees Milchiker and Dack also in attendance.
IVC Pitch Competition Trustee Milchiker

IVC Idea Pitch Competition

Trustee Milchiker attended the Irvine Valley College Idea Pitch Competition where students presented innovative ideas, and the winner received a $1,000 check. Trustee Milchiker is pictured with the IVC student winner along with supportive IVC faculty.

IVC Idea Pitch Competition

Trustee Milchiker attended the Irvine Valley College Pitch Competition where students presented innovative ideas, and the winner received a $1,000 check. Trustee Milchiker is pictured with the IVC...

trustees sitting at table waiting for food

Table of Thanks Luncheon at ATEP's Summit Restaurant

Trustees Bartlett, Milchiker, Rydell, and Dack joined the Chancellor and campus community members at the Table of Thanks Luncheon held at the Summit Restaurant at SC@ATEP. The event highlighted student talent in the culinary program and celebrated the spirit of gratitude across the district.
trustees with cottie petrie norris

IVC Veteran of the Year Awards

Trustees Marcia Milchiker and Ryan Dack joined Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris at Irvine Valley College for the seventh annual Veterans of the Year Ceremony, honoring three distinguished veterans and presenting certificates of recognition to IVC Veterans Service Center staff for their dedication to supporting the campus veteran community.