Category: Education

Bilingual report — County of Ventura and the Hospital Association of Southern California host inaugural State of the Hospitals event

by Community Contributor • October 28, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — On Friday, Oct.18, the County of Ventura and the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC) hosted the inaugural State of the Hospitals event geared towards industry and community leaders, to present the current challenges hospitals and health care delivery systems are facing and highlight the innovation and achievements of our local hospitals. The free, informative event featured the participation of executive leadership across the six acute care hospitals in Ventura County: Adventist Health, Community Memorial Hospital, Dignity Health – St. John’s Hospital, Los Robles Health System, Ventura County Medical Center, and Vista Del Mar.

Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Uplift Central Coast Regional Plan Part II Report Now Available!

by Community Contributor • October 28, 2024 • Comments Off

UPLIFT CENTRAL COAST REGIONAL PLAN PART II REPORT

Uplift Central Coast submitted the Regional Plan Part II, a comprehensive report to the State of California, in September 2024. The report identifies impactful, equitable ways to improve the local economy, dives deep into research findings and identifies strategies.

View the report HERE

Summary Reports

Executive Summary Report CLICK HERE

Community Summary Report CLICK HERE

Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) — Director of Strategic Relations Alondra Gaytán Celebrates Her 10th Year With EDC

by Community Contributor • October 24, 2024 • Comments Off

Alondra Gaytán began her career with the Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) in 2014 and currently serves as the Director of Strategic Relations, overseeing vital relationships with EDC’s partners and stakeholders. During her tenure as Client Services Manager, Alondra successfully managed a team of 60 business advisors, focusing on strategies for client retention, engagement and advisor recruitment. Recognizing her leadership and contributions to the business community, she was honored as one of the Pacific Coast Business Times’ “40 under 40” in 2022. In addition to her professional achievements, she is actively involved in the community, serving on the board of Bell Arts Factory. Alondra is also a part of the Ventura County Leadership Academy (VCLA) Cohort XXX, where a new, diverse group of emerging leaders participates in a nine-month program designed to explore key issues shaping Ventura County.

Bilingual report — CenCal Health to Invest $6M in Workforce Development on Central Coast

by Community Contributor • October 24, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — CenCal Health, the local Medi-Cal health plan serving nearly 240,000 members in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, announced its commitment to a $6 million investment to support access to healthcare through the newly developed Medi-Cal Capacity, Access and Workforce Development Grant Program. The investment is intended to expand capacity through strategic funding aimed at healthcare provider recruitment, workforce training and education, and overall provider practice support. Aligned with the needs identified in the latest Community Assessment Reports for Santa Barbara County and San Luis Obispo County, this 3-year grant program, beginning January 2025, will focus on behavioral health, pediatrics and primary care, and specialty care services. CenCal Health partners with over 5,000 physicians, hospitals, and other providers in delivering health care services to its members.

UCSB — The Current — ‘UCSB’s cybersecurity chief on protecting digital spaces and the role of AI’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • October 24, 2024 • Comments Off

Jackson Muhirwe, chief information security officer and director of information assurance, is a seasoned higher education leader with over two decades of experience in information technology and security.

Housing Trust Fund Ventura County unveils Community Lending Library for Mesa

by Community Contributor • October 24, 2024 • Comments Off

The library will feature books donated by the Ojai Valley Library Friends & Foundation (OVLFF) and join OVLFF’s internationally award-winning Little Free Libraries program which aims to increase access to books and promote literacy across America. The Community Lending Library will be installed at the entrance to Mesa and will be accessible to the public.

Santa Paula Art Museum — Upcoming Fun at the Cole Creativity Center

by Amigos805.com • October 24, 2024 • Comments Off

Artwork by Cole Creativity Center adult students (clockwise from top left) Jessica Haggard, Robin Briceño, Chelsey Hoslett, and Aaron Benner. “The First Annual Cole Creativity Center Art Show” and Supply Shop Launch Party Saturday, October 26, 2024 • 4 PM to…

Bilingual report — County of Ventura launches “Think Again” campaign to raise awareness on the dangers of fentanyl

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — The County of Ventura on Oct. 22 announced the launch of “Think Again”, a new countywide public awareness campaign to draw attention to the dangers of fentanyl and provide residents with the information and resources necessary to protect themselves and prevent overdoses.

Fentanyl poses a growing threat statewide and nationally, and Ventura County is not immune. “Think Again” provides localized statistics and life-saving information and resources to help residents take action. The campaign encourages residents to get educated, be aware, and save lives.

“To recreational drug users who are contemplating taking a pill or using a substance this Halloween, we ask you to “think again,” said District Attorney Erik Nasarenko. “Community members must presume that each and every illicit drug is cut, laced, or adulterated with fentanyl. And that fentanyl will kill you.”

Bilingual report — County of Ventura Resource Management Agency introduces voluntary “Go All-Electric” incentive program for new construction projects

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2024 • Comments Off

“Our Building & Safety Division is highly encouraging homeowners, contractors, and developers to “Go All-Electric” with new construction projects,” said Ruben Barrera, Building & Safety Director. “Using electric appliances and equipment rather than natural gas will reduce greenhouse gas emissions from your building’s heater, water heater, kitchen range, and other appliances and equipment. Going “All-Electric” better aligns our communities with the County’s greenhouse gas reduction strategies identified in our Climate Action Plan.”

UCSB — The Current — ‘UC Santa Barbara ranks among top universities nationally and globally in recent assessments’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2024 • Comments Off

For affordability, social mobility, research impact, academics and other metrics, the campus is again considered among the nation’s — and the world’s — top universities, according to myriad recent rankings.

Performing Arts Scholarship Foundation in Santa Barbara announces new Junior Vocal Division, releases impact report

by Community Contributor • October 22, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — The Performing Arts Scholarship Foundation, a nonprofit that supports classical music education and career development for Santa Barbara Area students, has added a new Junior Vocal Division to its signature annual competition.

The announcement came during a cocktail party and musical presentation hosted Oct. 4 at the home of PASF board members Noel Lucky and Jeff Ris. Leaders of the organization also unveiled the nonprofit’s latest impact report, which shows that PASF has awaxrded $915,000 in scholarships and grants since 2003 and that its educational grants reach thousands of students annually.

Ventura County NAACP recognizes CSUCI President Richard Yao with community empowerment award

by Community Contributor • October 21, 2024 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — The Ventura County NAACP recently presented CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) President Richard Yao with their Community Empowerment Corporate Award in recognition of his commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and more.

Yao accepted the award on behalf of the campus at the local NAACP’s Annual Freedom Fund Award Banquet, held on Oct. 12.

Santa Barbara City College receives provisional approval for Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management

by Community Contributor • October 21, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is thrilled to announce that the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office (CCCCO) has granted provisional approval for SBCC’s proposed Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management (HIM). This marks a pivotal step in offering an innovative, industry-driven baccalaureate program that prepares students for leadership roles in healthcare.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) free event and webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • October 21, 2024 • Comments Off

DOD, CMTC AND CASCADE: CMTC & CASCADE CYBERSECURITY TRAINING SERIES: INCIDENT REPORTING AND POST-INCIDENT AUDITS

October 22 @ 10:00 am

With support from the DoD, CMTC and CASCADE offer a series of no-cost Cybersecurity Trainings for executives, operations and IT. Starting September 19th and ending November 5th, the trainings will be delivered on Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT. Each of the 14 trainings will focus on a specific cybersecurity topic.

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Museum of Ventura County (MVC) welcomes three new team members

by Community Contributor • October 21, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — The Museum of Ventura County is excited to announce the addition of three talented staff members, enhancing its development and exhibition teams as the museum continues to fulfill its mission and vision for the future.

Bilingual report — Ventura Registrar Launches “Election Smart!” Online Resource Ahead of Nov. 5th Election

by Community Contributor • October 18, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — Michelle Ascencion, Ventura County Clerk-Recorder & Registrar of Voters, announced the launch of Election Smart! and the Election Smart! Blog, a new online resource at VenturaVote.org, to help provide Ventura County voters with accurate, official information about local elections and the upcoming November 5, 2024 General Election. Election Smart! is part of the Registrar of Voters’ commitment to increase transparency around election laws and procedures while countering the spread of misinformation during election season.

Registrar Ascencion’s larger efforts in public outreach began with the Election Education Series, a four-part series presented from October 2023 to February 2024. The series covered different election topics, such as running for office, election integrity and security, and the unique features of Presidential primaries. Videos of the presentations are accessible on the Election Smart! page.

Museum of Ventura County — Special Pricing – Art Workshop with InnoVision Artist Elisa Torres

by Community Contributor • October 18, 2024 • Comments Off

Explore the art of nicho-making with Elisa Torres, a featured artist in our InnoVision exhibition. In this workshop, you’ll create a nicho, which is often used to honor loved ones, particularly during Día de los Muertos. Elisa will guide you through crafting your own unique nicho.

Elisa Torres’s work blends Mexican and Latinx traditions with a deep celebration of community and collective memory. Her art transforms cultural identity into tangible expressions of heritage. This rare opportunity offers insight into Torres’s creative process, where participants can explore the significance of turning ideas into meaningful, spiritual creations.