Category: Education

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) Awarded $10,000 by Sherwood Cares 2024

by Community Contributor • April 24, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA COUNTY — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County (BBSVC) is excited and honored to have received a grant of $10,000 from Sherwood Cares for the financial support needed to help serve youth in Ventura County through mentorship. The Sherwood Country Club Charitable Foundation is dedicated to serving children and families in our community by supporting programs that address educational, medical, nutritional, and safety needs. BBSVC serves youth through traditional 1-to-1 youth mentoring and provides opportunities where youth can serve as a mentor to their peers or take on leadership roles to help bring awareness to community issues.

Bilingual report — April News from People’s Self-Help Housing

by Community Contributor • April 23, 2024 • Comments Off

I invite you to revisit the history and the content of The Fair Housing Act here and reflect on what has been and can be achieved. Though we are tired of seeing the conditions still experienced around our communities that have not yet been righted, I trust you will stay encouraged, not growing weary of doing more and better.

Ventura County Community Development Corp. Act Now, Prepare for Tomorrow Disaster Preparedness Workshop on April 24

by Community Contributor • April 23, 2024 • Comments Off

When a disaster strikes will you and your family be prepared? Join VCCDC and the Red Cross to learn how you can prepare your family and your home before a disaster strikes.

UCSB — The Current — ‘The Museum of Modern Art premieres Shana Moulton’s ‘Meta/Physical Therapy’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • April 23, 2024 • Comments Off

Healing meets the surreal in the hyper-saturated dreamscape featured in the exhibition and performance series by the art professor, whose work captures the banality and enormity of everyday life.

Bilingual report — Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) free event and webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • April 22, 2024 • Comments Off

SBA: HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH NASA

April 24 @ 10:00 am

Discover the roadmap to federal contracting success. Join SBA for an in-depth discussion on FY24 goals and building rapport with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Bilingual report — Allan Hancock College SkillsUSA students shine at statewide competition

by Community Contributor • April 22, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA MARIA — Students in Allan Hancock College’s SkillsUSA program took home multiple gold, silver and bronze medals from the SkillsUSA state competition in Ontario, California.

A record 28 of the 33 Hancock students who participated in this year’s competition earned medals. That includes 17 students who took home gold medals in a diverse range of competitions, including architectural drafting, computer programming, web design, crime scene investigation, welding and more.

“Our SkillsUSA team showcases how Hancock students can take the skills they learn at the college and apply them outside the classroom,” said Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. “Hancock is proud of these students who worked hard with their faculty advisors to prepare for this competition.”

VCCCD selects Dr. Roberto Gonzalez as president of Oxnard College, Dr. Claudia Lourido-Habib as president of Ventura College

by Community Contributor • April 19, 2024 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — Following a nationwide search and the approval of the VCCCD Board of Trustees, Chancellor Dr. Rick MacLennan is excited to announce the selection of Dr. Roberto Gonzalez for the position of President, Oxnard College and Dr. Claudia Lourido-Habib for President, Ventura College.

With expertise in both student services and academic affairs, Dr. Gonzalez is recognized as an inclusive, equity-minded leader prioritizing the student experience. Chancellor MacLennan said, “Dr. Gonzalez is celebrated as a student-focused leader,” emphasizing his commitment to meeting diverse student needs. Dr. Gonzalez is also expected to officially begin his role on July 1, 2024.

… With a commitment to enhancing students’ social and economic mobility through higher education, Dr. Lourido-Habib epitomizes the core mission of community colleges, being herself a first-generation community college graduate. Chancellor MacLennan said, “Dr. Lourido-Habib is highly recognized as a collaborative and visible leader,” praising her community engagement and her fierce advocacy for celebrating and supporting all students. She is set to officially assume her role on July 8, 2024.

Bilingual commentary — Using Science to Scare, Intimidate, and Control Americans

by Community Contributor • April 19, 2024 • Comments Off

The methods used to frighten and manipulate the ancient Mexicans are still being used today, for the same purposes, in modern America.

In the seventh and eighth centuries, the Mayan priests used their profound knowledge of mathematics, astronomy, and politics to control and subjugate the masses within their jurisdiction. American politicians who understand politics and social media, but who have no apparent understanding of mathematics or astronomy, are attempting to do the very same thing.

CLU Center for Economics of Social Issues — Watch and Explore ‘Children of Undocumented Immigrants — Separating Myths From Realities’ video

by Amigos805.com • April 19, 2024 • Comments Off

Watch the Highlights of the Conference “Separating Myths From Realities” and Discover the Challenges Undocumented Immigrants Face in California We’re delighted to present the first of our series of short videos bringing attention to the pivotal themes of the recent…

Bilingual report — Allan Hancock College hosts annual fine arts student show through May 10

by Community Contributor • April 18, 2024 • Comments Off

This year’s exhibit will run through May 10 at the Ann Foxworthy Gallery at the college’s Santa Maria campus and features work in a wide range of mediums from students across the college’s fine arts programs. Featured works include paintings, drawings, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, graphic design, animation, and even performance art.

Guest contribution — Dana Reserve Nipomo – Your support needed!

by Community Contributor • April 18, 2024 • Comments Off

In just under one week, on Tuesday April 23, the San Luis Obispo County Supervisors will vote on the Dana Reserve project and your commitment to bringing more affordable housing to the Central Coast has never been more critical.

You can affect the decision: Please let our elected officials know how important affordable housing is to the County. This will be a great opportunity for you to thank them for their hard work, and to help them make the bold and balanced decisions needed.

UCSB — The Current — ‘Computer scientist William Wang receives prestigious early career technical achievement award’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • April 18, 2024 • Comments Off

Wang’s considerable work to develop scalable algorithms that are both swift and accurate couldn’t be more necessary. His efforts are being recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Signal Processing Society.

United Way of Ventura County — Women United Luncheon (on May 22) – Tickets on Sale!

by Community Contributor • April 18, 2024 • Comments Off

Power of the Purse is returning this year! If you’re interested in donating a new luxury designer purse with a retail value of $150 – $1,500 for this special opportunity drawing, contact Jennifer Herrera at jennifer.meyer-herrera@vcunitedway.org.

Bilingual report — Dr. Ray Bowman Named Vice Chair of District Export Council of Southern California, Furthering Economic Development Collaborative’s Global Impact

by Community Contributor • April 18, 2024 • Comments Off

District Export Councils (DECs) are esteemed organizations comprising local business leaders appointed by successive U.S. Secretaries of Commerce. They provide invaluable guidance and support to local firms seeking to expand into international markets. For over 30 years, DECs across the United States have played a crucial role in promoting economic growth and job creation through export initiatives.

MICOP Launches 12th Annual Tequio Scholarship Fund

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

Mixteco/Indigena Community Organizing Project (MICOP) hosted Tequio Rising on March 22nd, 2024, at Ventura County Community Foundation’s headquarters at 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd in Camarillo. During Tequio Rising, MICOP raised $57,700, surpassing the original goal of $50,000! This year marks the highest amount raised in MICOP history for Tequio Rising!

Museum of Ventura County — Read on for Exciting New Exhibition Announcements!

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

3rd Annual Ventura County Wildflower & Weed Show

Saturday, April 20

11:00 am – 3:00 pm

@Agriculture Museum

926 Railroad Ave., Santa Paula

Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Wildflower and Weed Show, a celebration of California’s diverse flora! At noon, Antonio Sanchez will deliver an enlightening lecture titled “Inviting California to Dinner: Bringing California Native Plant Foods into Your Life and the Future of Native Plant Agriculture.” Enjoy a specimen show, an iNaturalist demonstration, plant sale, special kids’ activities, and guided tours led by UC Master Gardeners.

CLU announces Non-Dilutive Grants for Startups: Apply

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

We are now taking applications for Dorfman Incubator Grants. Startups can apply for $5,000 to $50,000 in grant funding. Ideal candidates have a connection to Cal Lutheran as a student, alum, employee or employer of Cal Lutheran students.

UCSB — The Current — ‘Pioneering translation’s artistry’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

Latin American literature scholar Suzanne Jill Levine receives a PEN America award for translation.

Central Coast Veterans Memorial Museum Spring 2024 Newsletter

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

Spring 2024 Newsletter

‘Reel Guppy Outdoors’ Expands Programming, Participation, and Partnerships with Dockside Learning Center at Fisherman’s Wharf in the Channel Islands Harbor

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

OXNARD — The Port of Hueneme and City of Port Hueneme joined Reel Guppy founder, Kevin Brannon, to celebrate the two-year anniversary of the Reel Guppy Dockside Learning Center — an amazing addition to the local coastal community. Dedicated to connecting local youth with education and fishing experiences, Reel Guppy was thrilled to celebrate their success alongside community members, partners, and program participants.

CSUCI to bestow honorary doctorates on two county leaders whose lives were shaped by higher education

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF) Chief Executive Officer Vanessa Bechtel and retired CSU Channel Islands (CSUCI) Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) counselor Angela Timmons will each receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters during CSUCI’s 2024 Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18.

Timmons’ support for the University includes developing a community for CSUCI’s Black students, and supporting countless of CSUCI students during their most challenging moments when she was a counselor with CAPS.

Farm Bureau of Ventura County — Upcoming Events to Network, Connect, and Learn

by Community Contributor • April 16, 2024 • Comments Off

32nd Annual Water Symposium to be held on Thursday, April 18.

Economic Development Collaborative (EDC) free event and webinar schedule

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2024 • Comments Off

IN-PERSON EVENT: SCORE VENTURA COUNTY: STARTUP BASICS: FUNDAMENTALS OF STARTING A NEW BUSINESS

April 17 @ 8:30 am

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business but don’t know where to start? Do you have the passion and work ethic but need education and guidance? Being a small business owner is exciting but understanding the lifestyle will clarify if it is right for you. Join SCORE Ventura County in this informative workshop and learn what it takes to be a successful business owner. Address: Thousand Oaks City Hall, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

The Land Conservancy of SLO County Partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters of SLO County for Santa Rita Ranch Hike for Mentored Children

by Community Contributor • April 15, 2024 • Comments Off

SAN LUIS OBISPO — Big Brothers Big Sisters of SLO County is thrilled to bring a special hike of Santa Rita Ranch to volunteer mentors and their mentees, in partnership with The Land Conservancy of SLO County.

A special benefit of being a volunteer mentor and mentored child with Big Brothers Big Sisters, the event will be held in May – a private hike around the beautiful rolling hills of the ranch. The attendees – volunteer mentors (“Bigs”) and their mentees (“Littles”) and the Littles’ families – will then enjoy a lunch with a beautiful view of the lake.

Oxnard College to Host 2023 U.S. Latino GDP Report Event on April 17

by Community Contributor • April 12, 2024 • Comments Off

OXNARD — Oxnard College and the Oxnard College Foundation are partnering with researchers at California Lutheran University (CLU) and the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) to host an event on April 17, 2024, marking the publication of the annual U.S. Latino GDP Report. The report documents the economic contributions of the Latino community throughout the United States and identifies Latinos as major drivers of the pandemic recovery. The event will also feature never before released estimates of California’s Latino GDP.

Santa Paula Art Museum — Weekend Sorted

by Community Contributor • April 11, 2024 • Comments Off

Artist Talk: The PAC6 Painters

Saturday, April 13, 2024 • 2 PM to 4 PM

Included with regular admission (free for members and students)

Take in the Museum’s current exhibition “From Field to Frame: The PAC6 Show How It’s Done” alongside all six of the PAC6 Painters! Mingle with artists Linda Brown, Marian Fortunati, Nita Harper, Debra Holladay, Laura Wambsgans, and Sharon Weaver as they describe their painting processes and adventures. Reservations are not required.

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County of Santa Barbara April Newsletter

by Amigos805.com • April 11, 2024 • Comments Off

View this email online Hope Village Ribbon Cutting in Santa Maria The County of Santa Barbara hosted the grand opening of Hope Village, an interim, supportive housing community in Santa Maria, CA. This project provides safe housing for unhoused individuals,…

UCSB — The Current — ‘Whale-saving cargo ship speed tracking program heads east’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • April 11, 2024 • Comments Off

Aiming to reduce ship strikes on the North Atlantic right whale, the Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory deploys its Whale Safe vessel-monitoring tool to track, in near real-time, cargo ships moving up and down the East Coast.

Undiagnosed Autism in Teens and Adults Can Lead to Mental Health Issues

by Community Contributor • April 10, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Teens and adults who have undiagnosed autism (autism spectrum disorder/ASD) and are unaware they have the disorder can struggle with symptoms that may lead to depression, anxiety and self-harm, according to the UCSB Koegel Autism Center at the Gevirtz Graduate School of Education.

Eleven finalists to compete at 2024 Performing Arts Scholarship Foundation contest

by Community Contributor • April 10, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Eleven instrumentalists and vocalists will compete for thousands of dollars in scholarships on April 28 after being selected as finalists for the annual Performing Arts Scholarship Foundation’s Competition Concert.

The foundation’s Audition Committee selected the finalists during auditions held April 5 and 6 at Music Academy of the West’s Weinmann Hall in Montecito. A total of 24 adults and youth competed to earn a place in the final competition.

Ventura County Students shine in Science Fair, Mock Trial; Equity Conference turnout sets record; and more

by Community Contributor • April 9, 2024 • Comments Off

Nearly 700 students participated in the 69th annual Ventura County Science Fair at the VCOE conference center last month — that’s the highest level of participation in recent memory. The energy in the building was electric as the students presented their work to more than 130 volunteers who served as judges.

Santa Barbara County First District Supervisor Das Williams — Save The Date: Montecito Flood Control Master Plan Town Hall on April 24

by Community Contributor • April 9, 2024 • Comments Off

I invite you to join me later this month the public will have the opportunity to learn more about Flood Control’s planning efforts that will guide the design, and construction of improvements to mitigate flooding impacts to the community.

Cal Lutheran Cares Day – The School of Management asks for your support!

by Community Contributor • April 9, 2024 • Comments Off

Tomorrow, on April 10, 2024 we celebrate Cal Lutheran Cares Day, our annual day of fundraising and friend-raising. This year, we are focusing on our “People(s) of Color Scholarship” that provides graduate students from underrepresented groups with an opportunity to launch their graduate education, and our “Student Events and Competition Fund”, which helps us to build stronger bridges between companies, organizations, leaders, and our students – by bringing guest speakers, organizing competitions, or arranging field trips for our students.

UCSB — The Current — ‘Why do kids outperform their parents in this rural California town? A sociologist looks for answers’ and more news, events

by Community Contributor • April 9, 2024 • Comments Off

Trevor Auldridge-Reveles spent 13 months in Dixon to investigate the remarkable levels of upward social mobility among teenagers from the small agricultural town between San Francisco and Sacramento.

County of Ventura Puts Out Call to Older-Adult Artists for May Exhibition

by Community Contributor • April 9, 2024 • Comments Off

The exhibition will aim to showcase the vibrant creativity and talent of artists ages 60 and older within our community through an open call. While there is no specific theme, artwork is encouraged that explores the sharing of experiences, traditions, customs, and stories across generations.

Santa Barbara City College and Arizona State University Partner to Offer College Students Transfer Pathways with MyPath2ASU® Collaboration

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2024 • Comments Off

SANTA BARBARA — Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is pleased to announce a new alliance with Arizona State University (ASU) to provide students a seamless transfer experience with the MyPath2ASU® program. MyPath2ASU allows students to take the steps needed, at the start of their college experience, to successfully plan their transfer to ASU, ensuring a smooth transition process and student success.

MyPath2ASU is a set of customized tools available to transfer students from accredited, U.S. regional institutions. These tools ensure a seamless transfer experience to ASU after earning credits or an associate degree from a U.S. community college or university and shortening the time to degree completion.

“SBCC has a strong transfer rate to four-year universities that include Arizona State University, who has created MyPath2ASU, of which we are proud to partner to extend our students opportunities and success,” said Angela Warren, SBCC University Transfer Academy Coordinator.

Teatro de las Américas — Paul and Raquel Fundraiser event on May 16| Nos Traen Cortitos | Salsa Classes on April 13| Adan Eva y la Otra CANCELLED

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2024 • Comments Off

This show is part of a special fundraiser event for the Oxnard Housing Authority Education Scholarship Program. The Education Scholarship Program is a program that provides scholarships to students in Public Housing or in the Section 8 Program. Our production Paul & Raquel will be part of the entertainment for the evening.

CLU — Non-Dilutive Grant Funding for Startups: Applications Open

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2024 • Comments Off

We are now taking applications for Dorfman Incubator Grants. Startups can apply for $5,000 to $50,00 in grant funding. Ideal candidates have a connection to Cal Lutheran as a student, alum, employee or employer of Cal Lutheran students.

Bilingual commentary — Why We Need to Take Our Medications

by Community Contributor • April 4, 2024 • Comments Off

The reason many Americans are not benefitting from our health system is because they do not take seriously the advice given to them by their doctors.

To understand this unfortunate situation, let’s consider for a moment the scenario in which a couple of mischievous teenagers are left “home alone” while their parents go out for a weekend vacation. The teenagers decide, naturally, to throw a party. After all, “When the cat’s away, the mice will play.” The teens are the proverbial “mice” while the parents are the storied “cats.”

SEEAG Seeks Sponsors and Participants For 2024 Farm Day Events

by Community Contributor • April 4, 2024 • Comments Off

VENTURA — Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture (SEEAG), the nonprofit that organizes Santa Barbara County Farm Day and Ventura County Farm Day, is looking for farmers, agricultural-related businesses, and others to become event sponsors and participants. The 2024 Santa Barbara County Farm Day will be on August 24, while Ventura County Farm Day will be on November 2.

“Farm Day has grown to become the largest community agricultural education and outreach program in California,” says Mary Maranville, SEEAG’s founder and CEO. “Over 15,000 people visit our agricultural venues during our two Farm Days.”

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