Tag: Dr. Cynthia Herrera

CSUCI to confer honorary doctorates on regional leaders Javier Gomez and Cynthia Herrera

by Community Contributor • April 24, 2026 • Comments Off

CAMARILLO — California State University Channel Islands (CSUCI) will honor two distinguished leaders whose contributions have advanced education, culture, and community impact across Ventura County. Mr. Javier Gomez and Dr. Cynthia Herrera will receive honorary doctorates at CSUCI’s 2026 Commencement ceremonies on May 23.

“It is a privilege to recognize Mr. Javier Gomez and Dr. Cynthia Herrera, whose lifelong dedication to education, culture, and community has uplifted countless individuals across our region,” said CSUCI Interim President Susan Andrzejewski. “Their work reflects the heart of CSU Channel Islands, and their stories will inspire our graduates to lead with purpose and compassion.”

Ventura County Leadership Academy announces 2026 honorees

by Community Contributor • January 15, 2026 • Comments Off

• Business Leader of the Year – Nick Deitch, R.A., Principal, RRM Design Group

• Educational Leader of the Year – Dr. Cynthia Herrera, Vice Chancellor of Institutional Effectiveness, Ventura County Community College District

• Non-Profit Leader of the Year – Robin Britt (Cohort XXIV), Executive Director, Community Conscience

• Public Sector Leader of the Year – Mark Stadler (Cohort XXVII), Sr. Program Administrator, Crisis Intervention Training Program, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office

• Alumna of the Year – Danielle Borja (Cohort XXIV), President/CEO, Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce

VCCCD Names Cynthia Herrera Vice Chancellor of Institutional Effectiveness

by Community Contributor • May 21, 2021 • Comments Off

The Ventura Community College District (VCCCD) is pleased to announce that Dr. Cynthia Herrera has been appointed to the position of Vice Chancellor of Institutional Effectiveness. Herrera joined the District in 2009 and most recently served as the Associate Vice Chancellor of Strategic Partnerships, Enrollment and Advancement.

With a strong background in business and educational leadership, Herrera will be responsible for providing Districtwide coordination and leadership to support diversity, equity and inclusion; strategic planning and accreditation preparation; districtwide economic and workforce development; as well as expanding business and industry partnerships and enhancing student success and completion initiatives for VCCCD’s approximately 31,000 students.