Bill aims to expand the pool of registered nurses by allowing select community colleges to offer Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees. San Mateo, CA – Governor Newsom has until September 30 to sign a new bill into law creating ten baccalaureate nursing programs at community colleges across the state. San Mateo County Community College […]
College of San Mateo Announces Grand Opening of Half Moon Bay Coastside Educational Facility
A public ribbon-cutting ceremony to be held Thursday, October 17, at 4 pm in Half Moon Bay. Half Moon Bay, CA – September 24, 2024. College of San Mateo (CSM) proudly announces the grand opening of its Coastside Educational Facility in Half Moon Bay, an extension of the CSM main campus that will provide expanded educational opportunities and […]
On a Wonderful Journey with the Support of Free College: Vairea Samn, Skyline College Student
After meeting her husband and immigrating to the United States, Vairea wanted to return to her studies so that she could start a business of her own. Like many older students, her studies started and stopped due to family obligations. She began her studies in 2019 when she learned about Skyline College from her husband. […]
San Mateo County Community College District Awaits Governor’s Decision on Whether to Sign AB 1780 into Law, Banning Legacy Admissions to Colleges
Changes would require four-year higher education institutions to improve accountability and transparency in admissions. San Mateo, CA – September 19, 2024. The California Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1780, authored by Assemblymember Philip Ting (D-San Francisco) aiming to eliminate legacy and donor preferences in admissions at the state’s private and nonprofit colleges. The bill now awaits […]
San Mateo County Community College District Enhances Oversight of Voter-Approved Bond Funds
Construction project changes will now require the Board’s consent approval to improve accountability and transparency. San Mateo, CA – September 4, 2024 – The San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) Board of Trustees was informed at last week’s regular board meeting about a District plan to implement a change in how it oversees bond-funded projects. Bond […]
San Mateo County Community College District Establishes Performance Audit Unit to Enhance Transparency and Accountability
SMCCCD is the first community college district in Northern California, and the second in the state, to implement a continuous improvement unit. San Mateo, CA – August 29, 2024 – The San Mateo County Community College District(SMCCCD) Board of Trustees is proud to announce the creation of a Performance Audit Unit, asignificant step taken at the […]
SMCCCD Welcomes Megan Barber Allende as Foundation Executive Director
San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) proudly announces the appointment of Megan Barber Allende as the new Executive Director of the San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation (SMCCCF). With a distinguished career in community-based philanthropy, Megan brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to advancing educational opportunities for all. “I am honored to […]
SMCCCD Colleges Award Over 4,300 Degrees and Certificates at Commencement
At three commencement ceremonies held on Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25, over a thousand students took to the stages at Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College to celebrate their academic achievements. Districtwide, this year’s graduating class earned over 4,300 degrees and certificates which underscores the dedication and hard work of the […]
Dr. Manuel Alejandro Pérez Named President of College of San Mateo
College’s first queer-identified and Latino president brings passion for equity and student success. Following a national search, San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) Chancellor Melissa Moreno has announced that she will recommend Dr. Manuel Alejandro Pérez to the Board of Trustees as the next president of College of San Mateo (CSM). The Board of Trustees will take formal […]
Melissa Moreno, J.D., Named Permanent Chancellor of SMCCCD
Second woman to serve as permanent chancellor in the District’s century-plus history after Dr. Lois Callahan, who retired in 1997. Following a national search, the San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) Board of Trustees announced their unanimous decision to select Melissa Moreno, J.D., as the next permanent Chancellor of SMCCCD, with an anticipated start […]