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Chancellor's Announcement: Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Finalists and Public Forums

Jun 21, 2024 2:56:00 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->

Updated June 26, 2024, to add Feedback and video links.

Updated June 21, 2024, Finalist Veronica Hodge Thomas has withdrawn from consideration. The original Forum times have been adjusted accordingly.

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Dear Peralta Colleagues,

Thanks to the Search Committee which consists of representatives from our classified professionals, faculty, and administrators -- they have recommended strong finalists for consideration as our next Vice Chancellor of Human Resources (VCHR). The finalists and their short biographies are listed in alphabetical order by last name below.

Greg Nelson Selected as Chief Operating Officer

Jun 13, 2024 3:33:57 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->

Dear Peralta Community, 

Thank you to all who participated in the selection process for the Peralta Community College District's next Chief Operating Officer (CCO). I am pleased to share that I have selected Greg Nelson as our next COO, pending the Board of Trustees' formal approval of his contract. His start date will be July 1, 2024.

Chancellor Announcement: Chief Operating Officer Finalists and Public Forums

Jun 4, 2024 2:13:00 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->

Update June 13, 2024

Zoom recording links and Feedback Form links have been removed as the deadline for feedback has now passed.

Update June 10, 2024

Zoom recording links have been added.

Updated June 9, 2024

Dr. Stephen Schoonmaker has withdrawn from consideration. The forums will proceed on Monday, June 10th, following the revised schedule below.

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Dear Peralta Community,

I am pleased to announce that the Search Committee has identified finalists for consideration as our next Chief Operating Officer (COO). The finalists are listed in alphabetical order below along with their biographical information.

Melanie Dixon to be the Next College of Alameda President

May 23, 2024 2:19:42 PM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->

Dear College of Alameda and Peralta Community, 

As we close this graduation season of celebration for our students and colleges, I extend my heartfelt appreciation to all of you who make the Peralta Colleges a beacon of hope and positive transformation for the communities, families, and individuals we serve.

With an eye on continuously strengthening our institutions to be ever-better community stewards, I am excited to share that Melanie Dixon will join the College of Alameda as President, beginning July 1, pending formal ratification of her contract by the Board of Trustees in June.

Congratulations to the Flying Pig Award Winners

May 22, 2024 3:37:24 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

The Peralta Colleges are home to many extraordinary individuals who consistently exceed expectations in their service to students, employees, and the community. The whimsically named "Flying Pig Awards" were established to celebrate such achievements – those that defy expectations and embody the true spirit of Peralta.

Natasha Masand Wins 2024 Chancellor's Award

May 22, 2024 3:20:27 PM / by Johnathan Freeman -->

The Peralta Community College District’s Chancellor’s Trophy Award is a district-wide award designed to recognize and honor outstanding students whose scholarship, sense of civic responsibility, and leadership give the most promise of future success and service to their community. The winner is selected from four finalists, who are the President’s Medallion winners from each college.

Chancellor's Announcement: Brief Organizational Update and Upcoming Events as of April 22, 2024

Apr 23, 2024 9:33:37 AM / by Tammeil Gilkerson -->

Chancellor Gilkerson recorded a short video update on organizational alignments and upcoming events. You can watch her message on Peralta's YouTube channel or by clicking the video below.

A transcript is provided below.

Student Trustees Host District-wide Associated Students Leadership Meeting

Mar 19, 2024 1:06:42 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

On February 28^th, Peralta Community College District (PCCD) Student Trustees Natasha Masand and Naomi Vasquez hosted the first of what we hope will be ongoing gatherings of student leaders from across the district. The meeting, held at the Chancellor’s conference room, was attended by more than 16 leaders representing the Associated Students organizations across the Peralta Colleges.

Chancellor Gilkerson’s Organizational Update – March 1, 2024

Mar 5, 2024 5:44:17 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

Chancellor Gilkerson wanted to personally convey the direction she’s taking with district organizational structure and recorded a brief (3 minutes 44 seconds) update video for the Peralta Community.

Spring 2024 Flex Day: Two Chancellors and Professional Development Galore

Feb 6, 2024 7:40:57 PM / by Mark Johnson -->

The Peralta Community College District held its Spring 2024 "Flex Day" for Professional Development on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Laney College and featured two new chancellors, Peralta's Chancellor Dr. Tammeil Gilkerson and California Community Colleges Chancellor Dr. Sonya Christian.

Chancellor's Announcement: Vice Chancellor of Human Resources Finalists and Public Forums

Greg Nelson Selected as Chief Operating Officer

Chancellor Announcement: Chief Operating Officer Finalists and Public Forums

Melanie Dixon to be the Next College of Alameda President

Congratulations to the Flying Pig Award Winners

Natasha Masand Wins 2024 Chancellor's Award

Chancellor's Announcement: Brief Organizational Update and Upcoming Events as of April 22, 2024

Student Trustees Host District-wide Associated Students Leadership Meeting

Chancellor Gilkerson’s Organizational Update – March 1, 2024

Spring 2024 Flex Day: Two Chancellors and Professional Development Galore

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