Trustees in Action

Carolyn Inmon appeared on the Laguna Woods TV show This Day, where she discussed a range of educational and community topics — including the strengths of the Emeritus program and her views on advancing local college initiatives.

On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Trustee Marcia Milchiker joined the Guided Pathways Committee and its completion teams as they hosted the Pathways to Success Fair at the SSC Quad. Many students were able to participate, explore the booths, learn more about their majors and career paths, and discover various resources available at IVC.

Trustees Ryan Dack and TJ Prendergast were honored to join IVC who sponsored the Tustin Unified School District and Tustin Public Schools Foundation Celebration of Schools – an inspiring evening dedicated to recognizing excellence in education and the incredible work happening across our local schools. This event highlighted the power of collaboration between K-12 and higher education to create seamless pathways for student success.

Trustee Inmon and the IVC community came together for the Walk of Hope—a one-mile loop around campus to raise awareness for suicide prevention. The event served as a powerful reminder of the importance of mental health, connection, and showing up for one another.

Disabled Students Programs and Services (DSPS) celebrated the grand opening of the Center for Assistive Technology (CAT) Lab in the Gateway building. Trustee Marcia Milchiker attended and viewed live demonstrations of the lab’s tools. The lab supports students with assistive technology and AI-driven strategies, including text-to-speech, dictation, and Kurzweil 3000, a software that supports reading, comprehension, writing, and test-taking for students with disabilities. Workshops, trainings, and supervised open labs will help students discover new ways to study, connect, and thrive.

Board President Carolyn Inmon and Trustees Marcia Milchiker and TJ Prendergast recently joined this special event to honor the dedication and service of our local first responders who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe. This was an opportunity to express our gratitude on behalf of SOCCCD and to strengthen our connections with the public safety agencies that partner with our colleges. We are proud of the programs at Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College that train future first responders and support the vital work these heroes perform every day.

Irvine Valley College, along with Trustee Inmon, hosted Irvine Vice Mayor James Mai and Chief of Staff Steven Alves for a campus tour of IVC.

Trustee Milchiker attended the South Orange County Economic Coalition (SOCEC) Orange County Board of Supervisors Luncheon featuring Supervisor Don Wagner. The event provided an opportunity to engage with regional leaders, discuss shared priorities, and highlight SOCCCD’s role in workforce development and economic growth. This collaborative dialogue strengthens partnerships that support students, local businesses, and the broader Orange County community.

Admin from IVC, along with Trustee Inmon met with Rep. Dave Min at Irvine Valley College during a visit in his home district. With his help, we can truly address housing and food insecurity for our students. We are so thankful to partner with him in this important work.

Trustee Inmon enjoyed an amazing legislative day hosted by the Orange County Business Council. Leaders of OC gathered for a one-day impactful conference. Thank you for the opportunity to hear from our policy makers from across the region on all things business, housing, environment, education and more. We can't wait until next year.

Trustee Inmon was grateful for the opportunity to meet with California State Senator Steven Choi to talk about SOCCCD, the future of Orange County's workforce, and how to support students attend college with less debt and more in-demand jobs to help grow the local economy.

All of our Board of Trustees were thrilled to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Saddleback@ATEP – a cutting-edge campus designed to connect education with innovation. From state-of-the-art automotive technology labs preparing the next generation of skilled technicians, to modern culinary facilities where students will master their craft, this campus is a hub for high-demand, high-growth careers. Together, we’re building pathways that drive opportunity and flavor the future at the ATEP campus in Tustin. Many thanks to all who attend to celebrate this momentous occasion.

Saddleback College and Irvine Valley College are buzzing with new and returning students, inspiring faculty, and dedicated classified professionals—all ready to make this semester one to remember as Trustee Inmon helps mark the official kick-off to the Fall semester across the South Orange County Community College District. Here’s to new goals, new connections, and new opportunities to learn and grow. Welcome back, Bobcats and Lasers—let’s make Fall 2025 our best semester yet!

A great day to learn all about Orange County facts, figures, and initiatives at the annual State of the County. There in support were Chancellor Julianna Asperin Barnes, Board President Carolyn Inmon, Trustee Lisa Bartlett and Trustee Terri Whitt Rydell. Thank you for having us for an informative day and a wonderful opportunity to connect with so many of our elected officials.

President of the Board Carolyn Inmon, Vice President Ryan Dack and Chancellor Julianna Asperin Barnes were proud to join Girls Inc. of Orange County for their annual IgniteHER conference hosted by Assembly Member Cottie Petrie-Norris. The room was packed, the energy was high, and we left inspired to support and encourage the many girls in attendance who will no doubt be the future leaders of Orange County. Many thanks to President Dr. John C. Hernandez of Irvine Valley College for hosting this wonderful convening. Additionally, it was great to see supportive local leaders such as Joone Kim-Lopez, Betty Martinez Franco, MPA, Michelle Murphy, MSW, Lucy Santana and many more.