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Faculty Association of California Community Colleges Raises Concerns with Governor’s May Revise

The Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC) recognizes the state's challenging budgetary environment; however, we remain concerned about several of the proposed changes and deferrals.

“FACCC appreciates the Governor’s continued support of our colleges and understands the rationale behind scaling back proposed investments in the Common Cloud Data Platform and the Collaborative Enterprise Resource Planning Project. We are also passionate supporters of the Rising Scholars programs' work and encourage budget leaders to increase the proposed augmentation to the original $30 million proposed in the January budget. This program is vital to advancing equity and opportunity within our colleges and should remain a priority."

Faculty Association of California Community Colleges Responds to State Audit of 50% Law

The Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC) appreciates the State Auditor's report on the oversight of the 50% Law. The report highlights a 45% growth in administrative positions systemwide despite the stagnation of faculty positions, which is a significant concern for FACCC. 

"We are alarmed by the significant growth of administration without evidence that it leads to increased student success," said Wendy Brill-Wynkoop, President of FACCC. "Much of the increase in student success can be attributed to committed but under-resourced faculty."

Faculty Association of California Community Colleges Condemns Executive Order Directing the Elimination of the Department of Education

The Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC) is deeply concerned with President Trump’s Executive Order entitled “Improving Education Outcomes by Empowering Parents, States, and Communities,” which directs the Secretary of Education to facilitate the closure of
the Department of Education.

“This reckless move threatens the foundation of our nation’s education system, disproportionately harming the students who rely on accessible, affordable, and quality education to build a better future. Community colleges are the backbone of this nation's workforce today, yet our mission faces unprecedented threats. The current administration's agenda of draconian cuts to education funding, attacks on vulnerable students, and now the Executive Order calling for the closure of the U.S. Department of Education threatens everything we stand for."

FACCC is Partnering with Students and Unions for the Annual March in March for higher Education on March 4

 FACCC is excited to join unions, faculty, and students for the March in March for higher education tomorrow, March 4, 2025. We march for the preservation and expansion of higher education funding, comprehensive support services for students, fair compensation and benefits for all faculty, equitable access to higher education for students of all backgrounds, and to protest national attacks on public education. The march will demonstrate unity within higher education and remind the California State Legislature of its commitment to California Community Colleges, the 2.1 million students, the faculty, and all who work to make public higher education possible 

FACCC-Sponsored AB 2370 is Approved by the Legislature 

Assembly Bill 2370, sponsored by FACCC and authored by Assemblymember Sabrina Cervantes (D-Riverside) was approved today by the California State Legislature, sending the legislation to Governor Gavin Newsom's desk for signature. The bill establishes that the instructor of record for community college courses must meet the minimum qualifications set by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges to serve as faculty, ensuring students are taught by qualified human instructors rather than artificial intelligence (AI).

FACCC Responds to Governor's 2024-25 May Revision

FACCC expresses gratitude that the May Revise largely preserves the funding of the California Community Colleges, considering the substantial budget deficit California is facing. With a projected budget deficit of $27.6 billion, and a two-year deficit totaling $56 billion, FACCC recognizes California Community Colleges have been shielded from significant budget cuts in a difficult budget cycle.

FACCC Announces Partnership With MCFT 

We are excited to announce a new partnership between the Faculty Association of California Community Colleges (FACCC) and the Mendocino College Federation of Teachers (MCFT). This collaboration will strengthen our shared goal to amplify the voices of California's community college faculty in state government.

 FACCC Responds to the January Budget Proposal

Given the state's projected budget deficit of $38 billion, FACCC is appreciative of the focus on maintaining funding for community colleges while implementing limited funding increases, including a COLA. Despite fiscal challenges, the budget demonstrates continued commitment to supporting faculty, staff, and the 1.9 million students who rely on California's community colleges. 

 FACCC and MESA Respond to the Governor Signing SB 444

FACCC and MESA CCP are grateful to Governor Newsom for signing SB 444 (Newman) into law. SB 444 codifies MESA CCP into California Education Code, encouraging all community college campuses to establish MESA programs. This legislative victory will provide MESA CCP with stability and security, in order to ensure the program’s ability to alleviate equity and achievement gaps in STEM. 

 FACCC Responds to the 2023-2024 State Budget Agreement

FACCC is appreciative of the resources and funding provided in the state budget to programs that are the heart of our community colleges. Despite economic uncertainty, we are grateful that this budget includes many victories for faculty and students.