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1.12.2015
1.2015 WELI GRADUATION CELEBRATION
On Tuesday, July 21, 2015 the
community celebrated the success of
the 25 emerging women who have
completed the Women’s Education and
Leadership Institute (WELI)- a leadership
and life skills program. The WELI Class V
graduation ceremony took place at
Hartnell College in Steinbeck Hall with
over 100 guests in attendance. The
program included opening remarks by
Valerie Schlothauer, WELI Founder and
Chair, a keynote presentation by
alumna Patricia Santana, M.D., and Monica Tovar from iHeart Radio stations as
emcee.
Dr. Santana’s words were of hope, dreams, and courage. She inspired the graduates
to continue on, even when things get
difficult because, “it is worth it.”
WELI is a model
award winning
program that
combines a
financial award
with leadership
and personal
development. It is community driven and community
supported.
WELI is in its fifth year of empowering the next generation of
leaders. Through self-determination and purpose these
women have demonstrated their commitment and passion
to fulfill their educational dreams. The WELI program has
been instrumental in the success, college enrollment and
college completion rate of these women which include
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1.12.2015 recent high school graduates, single parents and re-entry
students. To date, 97% of WELI scholars have completed their
studies at Hartnell and have gone on to four-year universities or continued on the
path to their educational goals.
Congratulations to all the WELI Class V: Marie Alonzo, Priscilla Amao-Herrera, Aracely
Anaya, Carla Avila, Lumi, Barba, Cynthia Bejarano, Cristina Beltran, Stephanie Fierro,
Belinda Garcia, Sulaila Garcia, Deysy Garcia de Perez, Dulce Granados, Maria
Jaramillo, Mary Juarez, Ariel Sovreign McCarthy, Jennifer Mohler, Alexis Muñoz, Reyna
Ortiz, Angelica Perez, Kelly Quiroz, Maria Santillan Valdez, Jeanette Serrano, Lourdes
Tinajero, Selena Wells, and Victoria Wilks.
2. STEM INTERNSHIP MID-SUMMER RETREAT
The STEM Internship Program held a mid-summer retreat at the Alisal Campus of
Hartnell College on July 17, 2015. The current STEM summer interns gathered for a day
of professional development that included abstract and poster session preparation
workshops. The interns participated in a “mock symposium” with staff and students
from partner institutions CSU Monterey Bay and UC Santa Cruz who provided
guidance and mentorship as they prepare for the upcoming STEM Symposium on
August 21-22, 2015 at Hartnell’s main campus. In addition, the Hartnell STEM Interns
were able to meet with Hartnell alumni who are now seniors at UCSC.
The evening portion of the event included a presentation by Norm Groot, Executive
Director of the Monterey County Farm Bureau. He
shared information on the abundance of career
opportunities in the agricultural industry as well as
the high need for a quality workforce for the future
of the Salinas Valley.
Approximately 90 student interns participated in the
7-hour event that included invited parents and
family members for the evening activities. Our first
STEM Internship family support discussion was
facilitated by our Director of K-12 STEM Programs, Maggie Melone and Yulianna
Ortega from the STEM Diversity Program at UCSC.
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1.12.2015 3. COUNSELOR TRAINING FOCUS IS ON BEST PRACTICES
The Hartnell College Counseling Department hosted two days of counselor training on
July 13 - 14, 2015 on the Main Campus. The focus of the training was to ensure
counselors were trained on best practices for counseling and advising students as
well as getting updated on the legislative changes of SB-1456- The Student Success
Act. Survey feedback from the workshop participants was overwhelmingly positive
with the overall feeling of a productive format for the two-day training.
4. NEW ESL CLUB CREATED TO ENGAGE
Hartnell College Counselor,
Monica Galvan has taken the
leadership in developing the
English as a Second
Language (ESL) Student Club.
The Club will engage in
leadership activities and will
receive mentoring from the
counselor as well as other
leaders on campus. The key
goal for the Club will be to
ensure the students feel
connected to professionals
and resources on campus.
In addition, new ESL sections
have been added at the Alisal
Campus.
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5. DR. JIMENEZ MOTIVATES OTHERS AT SYMPOSIUM
6. AG TOUR IS EDUCATIONAL FOR OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM
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Dr. Hortencia Jiménez was invited as the keynote speaker at the Scholars Symposium
sponsored by the College Success Scholarship Program. The event was held at
Evergreen Community College in San Jose on July 10, 2015. While addressing former
and current scholarship recipients, Dr. Jimenez shared her story as an immigrant, her
educational journey, graduate school experience, and self-care tips for students. Dr.
Jiménez encouraged students to seek opportunities and never give up in reaching
their goals.
On July 22, 2015, nine members of our
leadership team joined Board of Trustees
member, Candi DePauw in the 2015 Bob
Johnson Ag Tour: a glimpse of how the Salinas
Valley produces healthy food for a nation!
This is an annual event produced by Monterey
County Agricultural Education, Inc. The mission
is to foster respect and appreciation of
Monterey County’s number one industry –
agriculture.
“The tour was an education in itself,” shared
Stephen Garcia, Interim VP of Administrative
Services. “Thanks to board member Candace and others who hosted the tour.”
“The tour was very insightful and informative. It walked us through the various career
opportunities from seed and soil science to hydrogeology,” said Eric Becerra, Director
of HEP. “But most importantly, it highlighted the resilience and economic contribution
of our Farmworker community to the Salinas Valley.” Photo- Front Row, Renata Funke, Olivia Davalos, Eric Becerra, and Drew Butler.
Middle Row- Tracey Richardson, Shannon Bliss, Dr. Zahi Atallah, Moises Almendariz, and Candi DePauw.
Back Row – Stephen Garcia and Dr. Brian Lofman.
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1.12.2015 7. NEW SCIENCE BUILDING LOOKING UP!
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8. UPCOMING EVENTS
I am happy to report that the new Science Center Building is coming along nicely!
Since the update last month the construction crew has been hard at work, the walls
are beginning to take shape, and with every day that passes you can see more of
what the final outcome will look like.
Women’s Education & Leadership Institute Forum
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Tehama Golf Club
For more go to www.hartnellfoundation.org
STEM Internship Symposium and Open House
Open House
Friday, August 21, 2015 – Steinbeck Hall
STEM Internship Symposium
Saturday, August 22, 2015 – Various locations TBA
SAVE THE DATE!
Athletics Hall of Fame 2015
Induction Ceremony, tour, and football game
Saturday, November 7, 2015
At the Western Stage this summer
For information on current and future productions,
visit www.westernstage.com
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1.12.2015 9. IN THE NEWS
Diego Leon named State Male Athlete of the Year
http://www.thecalifornian.com/story/sports/2015/07/24/hartnells-leon-named-state-
male-athlete-year/30605915/
Summer Soccer Camps
http://www.thecalifornian.com/story/news/education/2015/07/21/summer-soccer-
camp-win-everyone/30491237/
The Western Stage productions featured
http://www.montereyherald.com/arts-and-entertainment/20150723/theater-listings-
she-kills-monsters-at-hartnell-college
College Football
http://www.times-standard.com/sports/20150718/cr-football-corsairs-2015-schedule-
features-five-home-games
Obituary for Alumna Darlene Mae McGie
http://www.gazettetimes.com/news/local/obituaries/darlene-mae-
mcgie/article_b17649f2-b6f4-591d-88d8-d98a4080dc5e.html