April 16, 2026

Tri-chair changes

Subramaniam shared updates to the College Council tri-chair structure due to changes in Academic Senate leadership and the President’s absence. Jayanti Roy will serve as the faculty tri-chair, and Subramaniam will serve as the administrative tri-chair.

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Approval of minutes 2/19/26

Minutes approved.

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College Values

Ly provided an overview of the college’s current values review process, noting that values are scheduled for review during the current seven-year planning cycle. She reminded Council that the vision and mission statements were reviewed last year, with the mission statement revised to include equity language.

Council discussed whether the college should revisit the vision and mission statements alongside the values to ensure all three statements align as a coherent narrative. Members noted that the college’s current context, including digital transformation, changing demographics, workforce needs, and basic aid status, may provide an opportunity for reflection. Council expressed openness to revisiting the vision, mission, and values together, with the understanding that this may result in reaffirming the existing statements rather than making changes.

Lisa will return with a proposed schedule for the review process.

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ACCJC Annual Report

Lisa Ly presented the ACCJC Annual Report, which monitors institutional performance related to enrollment, student achievement, licensure exam pass rates, job placement rates, and related institutional standards.

Lisa reviewed headcount data, online enrollment data, graduation and transfer rates, institutional set standards, aspirational goals, and floor benchmarks. Council discussed the methodology used by ACCJC and the College Board, including the eight-year tracking window and differences from state Chancellor’s Office data. Members discussed the importance of understanding both transfer counts and transfer rates, as well as the need to examine local demographic and student journey data.

Lisa noted that a survey had been sent to voting advisory members regarding website data transparency and encouraged members to complete it.

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Introduction of Director of Grants Development

Subramaniam introduced Amanda Thomas, the district’s new Director of Grants Development. Thomas provided an overview of her background and shared that her role will support grant development, proposal strategy, budgeting, internal processes, and implementation planning. Council discussed the need for clearer grant processes, resources, and support for faculty and staff pursuing grant opportunities.

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Joint Resolution of Classified Senate and Academic Senate – Campus Parking Lots at De Anza College

Burlanescu presented the joint resolution regarding campus parking lots. The resolution identifies concerns related to parking space size, signage, markings, accessibility, lighting, and safety. Council discussed the need to consider impacts on campus operations, including the flea market, if parking spaces are redesigned or repainted. A motion was made and seconded to approve the resolution and move it forward to the district level. The motion passed.

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Highlights from Report out

Please read and share with your constituents.

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Good of the Order 

An announcement was shared regarding the Equity Retreat scheduled for the following day at 10:00 a.m. at the Quinlan Community Center. Members were encouraged to contact Michelle Hernandez or Adriana Garcia for more information.

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Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at approximately 5:02 p.m.