final report from HLC - Glendale Community College

III. RECOGNITION OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS, PROGRESS, AND/OR PRACTICESThe enthusiasm of the highly qualified faculty members was evident in every interview. Students highly praised the faculty and stated thatthey were instrumental in students being successful.GCC North has an infrastructure that is flexible and can quickly respond to future needs. It is student friendly, architecturally appealing, greenresponsive, and central to its community.The community is supportive and actively engages in partnering, advising, and advocating for the college.The support the veterans receive is exemplary as evidenced by its programs, services, and dedicated building.The facilities are state-of-the-art, well maintained, and built with sustainable standards.The budget development process is robust, provides input from all areas of the college, and is linked to the Strategic Plan.The English, Reading, and Journalism departments, every semester, invite high schools, full-time and adjunct faculty for Assessment Days.Whereby, they discuss the use of SharePoint, Assessment Tools, and Student Learning.The student Visual and Performing Arts offerings are eclectic and enhance the student and community experience.Articulation agreements with the four year institutions are exemplary.Professional Development resources for staff are generous and comprehensive.There is a variety and broad range of learning resources for students outside the classroom.There is a strong awareness and understanding of the college’s revised Mission and Vision Statements.E. Summary of Commission ReviewNext comprehensive visit – 2022-23Rationale for recommendation:The college is responding to the needs of its community and students. Glendale Community College is poised to meet future needs, isfinancially stable, and works to provide a good education to its students. The college is a vital part of the community and is well supported.The college has been and should be capable in the future of expanding its programs to meet the needs of its constituents. The leadership andstaff are dedicated and effective in carrying out their roles. The team believes that Glendale Community College has demonstrated its abilityto grow and respond to community needs.VI. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS AND EXPLANATIONSNone.27 Final Report: Advancement Section