Student Success and Equity

The Student Success & Equity Committee (SSEC) is the participatory governance committee responsible for programs and services on campus that promote student success and equity with special emphasis on access (outreach and recruitment), matriculation, retention, and academic support. 

The purpose of the Student Success and Equity Committee (SSEC) is to maintain the vision and values of the college and ensure equitable access and success to all students by providing appropriate, comprehensive, and reliable student support services to students. The Student Success and Equity Committee (SSEC) coordinates and aligns the efforts of the Entering the Path and Foundations for Academic Success Committees with CRC’s strategic goals.

1. Provide oversight and collaboration for all issues the support and alignment of applicable goals outlined in CRC’s strategic plan.

2. In collaboration with appropriate college-wide committees, facilitate and coordinate implementation of activities to support student success, college and district equity goals and integration .For example, the efforts of the Foundation for Academic Success Committee, the Cultural Competence & Equity Committee, and the Entering the Path Committee fall under the purview of supporting student success.

3. Engage in conversations and undertake efforts specific to college-wide goals in regards to Guided Pathways, Integration of Services, placement and other Task Groups.

4. Develop and provide leadership for the completion of relevant California Community College Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO) Plans including the Student Equity and Achievement (SEA) program and Guided Pathways plans.

5. Maintain archive of evidence to document how the college meets and exceeds ACCJC (Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges) Standard IIC: Student Support Services

6. Review the college’s to student services, access and integration of services to ensure alignment to college goals and progress toward measurable targets.

Refer to Participatory Governance Handbook for General Rules/Procedures.

Vice President of Student Services and Enrollment Management, a faculty member appointed by the Academic Senate, and a classified professional appointed by the Classified Senate.

Appointed by college president or designee.

Minimum of four appointed by Classified Senate.

Minimum of four appointed by Academic Senate.

Minimum of two appointed by Student Senate.