Getting to know Stan State

FROM THE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
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The First
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HOW DOES A PRESIDENT
GET TO KNOW STAN STATE?

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WHAT IS
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“THE FIRST
100 DAYS?”
The idea of measuring the success and
accomplishments of a president during
their first 100 days in office originates
with the presidency of Franklin
D. Roosevelt. The term “The
First 100 Days” was coined
by him on July 24, 1933, in a
radio address, although he
was referring to the 100-day
session of Congress, rather
than the first 100 days of his
administration.
WHAT DOES A PRESIDENT DO IN A DAY?
As President Junn started her
journey at Stanislaus State, she
became immersed in getting
to know the wonderful people who
make up our campus and surrounding
community. Making connections that
will build thoughtful partnerships and
pave the way for collaboration has
been incredibly important to her. She
included the “First 100 Days” theme
in her Fall Convocation address
(on Day 60) to the campus community
and shared the many warm greetings
that she and her husband, Dr. Allan
Greenberg, had received upon arriving
in Turlock.
Since then, her busy schedule has
encompassed meeting more than 1,000
people including students, faculty, staff,
administrators, alumni, community
members and elected officials.
A typical day for President Junn begins
at 8 a.m. and often includes substantive
meetings with key members of the
campus community including regular
weekly meetings with members of the
Academic Senate, Senate Executive
Committee and the President’s
cabinet. She has been engaged in
critical conversations on a daily basis
with departments across campus —
including Student Affairs, University
Police, University Advancement,
Facilities Services, Business and
Financial Services and many more —
to gain a clear understanding of the
work that is being accomplished at
Stanislaus State and what opportunities
exist to collaborate and work together
for the future of the University and the
region.
She’s also been active in student life
at Stan State, frequently meeting with
student clubs, Associated Students,
Inc., and the University Student Union.
One of her favorite things to do is have
lunch with students in Main Dining
every few weeks. She and ASI President
Nicole Larson recently hosted a “Pizza
with the Presidents” event where
students could chat casually with and
ask questions of the two presidents.
When her daily meetings conclude,
often around 6 p.m., President Junn
has been frequently attending evening
events and activities on campus and
throughout the community. On other
days, you’re likely to see her office light
on in MSR well into the evening hours
as she is responding to emails and
other communications. In addition to
her on-campus activities, she travels to
Long Beach once a month to connect
with the Chancellor and other CSU
presidents and to attend the CSU
Board of Trustees meetings. She also
attends national higher education
conferences to stay up-to-date on the
latest developments in student success
and university administration.
October 8 marked her 100th day as
president at Stanislaus State. The
photos on the following pages reflect
just some of the highlights of President
Junn’s “First 100 Days,” including a few
initiatives and committees that she
has launched as the 11th president of
Stanislaus State.
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4TH OF JULY
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President Junn had a blast riding in
the Turlock Fourth of July parade
with Mayor Gary Soiseth. Afterwards,
she enjoyed the fireworks show at
Stan State with the community.
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WELCOME
COFFEE
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President Junn was greeted by faculty, staff, administrators
and community members during a welcome reception at
the Faculty Development Center on July 7.
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WALK-THROUGH VISITS
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There have been many opportunities for President Junn
to meet faculty, staff and students in department offices
across campus. After taking a tour through the University
Extended Education department, the staff captured a
photo welcoming President Junn.
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STOCKTON CENTER VISIT
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While visiting and touring the Stockton Center, President
Junn had the chance to meet and take a photo with the
nursing students and Dean Harrison. The Stockton
Center is home to our Accelerated Second Bachelor of
Science in Nursing (ASBSN) program, which was ranked
No. 1 in California by TopRNtoBSN.com this year.
MOVE-IN DAY
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On August 17, President Junn participated in Stan State
Student Housing’s Move-In Day activities, welcoming
and meeting students and their families, including
Samantha Sanchez, a pre-nursing student and her
parents, pictured above.
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TOURS, VISITS AND EVENTS
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In President Junn’s first 100 days, she enjoyed time visiting local leaders, businesses
and organizations including the Cordova’s Ranch, the Gallo Center for the Arts, Hilmar
Cheese Factory and St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Stockton. She was a guest of the
Modesto Chamber of Commerce at their annual Harvest Luncheon and also was able
to meet with and learn about the Mary Stuart Rogers Foundation and Opportunity
Stanislaus. These meetings provided an opportunity for President Junn to not only get to
know the community, but also to hear their thoughts about Stan State.
President Junn has also been busy meeting other local leaders in higher
education, including Jill Stearns, president at MJC, Susan Walsh, acting
president at Merced Community College and Dorothy Leland, Chancellor of
UC Merced.
Day 40 - ASI retreat with
students
Day 50 - Carnegie Center
for the Arts with faculty
member Dean Decocker
Day 51 - Playhouse Merced
Gala with faculty members
John Mayer, Scott Davis and
Robin Baldridge
Day 58 - at the Gallo Center
for the Arts with alumni
Robert and Kim Ulrich who
judged the Valley Talent
Project
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FRESHMAN CONVOCATION
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One of the first things President Junn did at Stanislaus State was to reestablish
the Freshman Convocation ceremony for incoming freshmen. This
was done not only to revive a University tradition, but most importantly to
make sure our incoming students felt welcome at their new home. There has
not been a Freshman Convocation ceremony at Stan State since 2004, and
President Junn was very excited to bring it back. Several speakers addressed
our incoming freshman during the ceremony, including Provost James Strong
and Vice President for Student Affairs Suzanne Espinoza. The purpose of this
ceremony was to bring freshmen students together, to motivate them, and to
help them realize they can accomplish their goals and graduate in four years.
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ONE PURPOSE
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At the kickoff for the One Purpose campaign, President
Junn greeted students who received One Purpose
scholarships as a result of the fundraising effort. One
student held a sign that read, “!Gracias! We appreciate
you and your efforts!”
FALL CONVOCATION
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On day 60, President Junn
addressed the campus
community at her first Fall
Convocation, laying a foundation for
the future of Stan State and discussing
her five goals for the University.
These five goals include: improving
student success; supporting faculty
and staff success; enhancing the
University’s function in the region;
building strong partnerships with
the community; and celebrating,
recognizing and having fun while
doing it. To involve the audience
in these topics, President Junn
incorporated Poll Everywhere, an
online polling device that everyone
could access through their cell
phones! While participating in real
time during the presentation, the
audience shared what Stanislaus
State means to them in one word,
and the most popular response was
“community.” “When I arrived at
Stanislaus, I immediately felt that
sense of community,” President
Junn said during her address. “I am
so excited to collaborate with all of
you for the future of Stanislaus State,
our students and our region.”
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PRESIDENT’S
APPRECIATION DINNER
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President Junn and her husband Dr. Allan Greenberg,
pictured here with James and Gena Brenda,
hosted an appreciation dinner to thank those who
have generously donated to the University. The dinner
took place at the Brenda family’s beautiful home on
August 31.
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RECEPTION AT THE
PRESIDENT’S HOME
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President Junn graciously hosted new faculty and
staff, along with other members of the campus and
surrounding community, at her home on September
6. Artwork by Stan State’s own faculty, staff and alumni
was placed in her home for those at the reception (and
future events) to enjoy. President Junn is looking forward
to hosting more members of the campus community at
her home.
WARRIORS EXPLORE
DOWNTOWN
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President Junn had a fantastic time hanging out with
students during the Warriors Explore Downtown event
on September 14 in downtown Turlock. She enjoyed local
food and shopping while talking to Stan State students,
including our women’s volleyball team.
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Did you
KNOW?
“Did You Know?” is one
of President Junn’s new
initiatives to gather facts from
across campus that can be
shared to spread the word
about our University.
Some examples of “Did You Know” facts are listed below,
and we would like to gather more. If you have a fact about
our University or your department or program, that
you would like to submit, we encourage you to do so at
csustan.edu/president/dyk.
DID YOU KNOW?
• Our accelerated bachelor’s nursing program was
ranked No. 1 in California, No. 23 in the nation, No.
2 in Western Region by TopRNtoBSN.com.
• More than 70% of teachers in the University’s service
region are Stan State graduates.
• The College of Business Administration is AACSB
accredited, which puts it in the top 10% of the
business schools in the world.
• Stan State is only one of two CSUs to offer the forensic
science concentration within the bachelor’s degree
in criminal justice.
UPDATES FROM
THE OFFICE OF
THE PRESIDENT
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President Junn presented George Petrulakis, the outgoing president
of Stanislaus State’s philanthropic foundation board, with a
proclamation in recognition of his service to the University.
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PRESIDENTIAL
TRANSITION TEAM
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The Office of the President is excited to announce
the launch of the Presidential Transition Team.
This is your chance to share your thoughts about
anything and everything related to Stanislaus State. We
want to hear your thoughts for potential initiatives, areas
PRESIDENTIAL TRANSITION TEAM MEMBERS
for improvement and points of pride. This input will be
incorporated into our new strategic plan and into new
campus initiatives and programs. Please see all of the open
forum dates below. For more information, please visit
csustan.edu/presidential-transition.
OPEN FORUM DATES
• Martyn Gunn (MPP)
Co-Chair
• Kilolo Brodie (Faculty,
MSW) Co-Chair
• Faimous Harrison
(MPP, Dean of Stockton
Center)
• Angela Sevilla (MPP,
Accounting Manager)
• Kelvin Jasek-Rysdahl
(Faculty)
• Al Petrosky (Faculty)
• Mark Thompson
(Faculty, Academic
Senate representative)
• Dawn McCully
(Staff, Physics)
• Megan Rowe (Staff,
Health Center)
• Katherine Price (Staff,
Groundskeeper)
• Mandeep Khaira
(Staff, University
Advancement)
• Cheri Silveira (Staff,
University Police)
• Maggie White (Student,
Trustee)
• Hailey Holm (Student,
USU Chair)
• Monica Nino (Alumna,
County Administrator,
San Joaquin County)
• David White (CEO,
Opportunity Stanislaus)
FACULTY
Friday, October 28th
12:00pm-1:30pm
MSR 130
Wednesday, November 9th
3:00pm-4:30pm
TBD
Thursday, November 17th
9:00am-10:30am
FDB 118
STAFF
Wednesday, October 19th
9:00am-10:30am
FDC 118
Friday, November 4th
9:00am-10:30am
MSR 130
Wednesday, November 16th
12:00pm-1:30pm
MSR 130
STOCKTON
Faculty/Staff Forum
Tuesday, November 15th
1:30pm-3:00pm
Room 1061-1062
STUDENT
Tuesday, October 25th
11:00am-12:30pm
FDC 118
Tuesday, November 17th
6:00pm-7:30pm
MSR 130
Monday, November 28th
11:00am-12:30pm
MSR 130
COMMUNITY
Thursday, October 20th
6:00pm-7:30pm
FDC 118
Monday, November 7th
6:00pm-7:30pm
FDC 118
Thursday, December 1st
6:00pm-7:30pm
FDC 118
STOCKTON
Students Forum
Tuesday, November 15th
3:30pm-5:00pm
Auditorium, Room 1014
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STRATEGIC PLANNING
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This semester will begin the planning process to develop
a new University Strategic Plan. The University Strategic
Planning Council will be established to oversee this
process. We are pleased to announce Stuart Sims,
Speaker of the Faculty/Chair of the Academic Senate, as
the co-chair for this council. He will be joined by Diana
Demetrulias, who has agreed to return to campus to
assist us during the fall semester.
This will be a highly collaborative process that will involve
consultation with the campus community to gather
information and solicit ideas and feedback. A website
will also be developed to provide updates and additional
information. The campus community is encouraged to
fully engage in the process as we work to set priorities
and establish goals for Stanislaus State. We want to hear
your voice! The University strategic planning process will
be completed by the end of the spring semester which
will allow for implementation of the plan by the fall
2017 semester.
G.R.E.A.T.
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This fall, we have also launched a
Graduation Rate Excellence and
Assessment Team (GREAT). This
collaborative group of faculty,
staff and administrators, led by
Shawna Young from Academic
Affairs and Martyn Gunn from
Student Affairs, is beginning work to
develop strategies that will assist the
University in accomplishing goals
related to the Board of Trustees and
Chancellor’s Office system-wide
Graduation Initiative (GRI) 2025.
More information regarding their
progress will be shared throughout
the semester.
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INTRODUCING PRESIDENT’S OFFICE STAFF
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AMANDA THEIS
Special Assistant to the
President
Amanda Theis serves as the
Special Assistant to the President.
Amanda has been incredibly busy
working on a variety of projects,
but most importantly this year,
she will be lending staff support to
the Presidential Transition Team
and chairing the Presidential
Inauguration Committee.
She is responsible for the general
oversight of the President’s Office
including the office budget, staff,
and the calendar. She also serves
as our liaison to the Chancellor’s
Office and Trustee Secretariat.
You’ve probably seen her out and
about with President Junn during
her first 100 days on campus! Prior
to joining the President’s Office in
September 2015, Amanda worked
in the state legislature for six years.
She is a graduate of Sacramento
State and is currently pursuing
her master’s degree in public
administration at Stanislaus State.
NEISHA RHODES
Director for Presidential
Initiatives
We are delighted to welcome Neisha
Rhodes to Stanislaus State as the
Director for Presidential Initiatives.
Neisha began in this new role Oct.
1, and will assist the University in
coordination, development and
implementation of various priority
initiatives and special projects. She
will also manage campus policies
and oversee the coordination of
external audits.
Neisha has more than 15 years of
administrative experience, and
most recently served in the Provost’s
Office at CSU Dominguez Hills,
where she is also an alumna.
BRIDGETTE HINES
Office Assistant
Bridgette Hines serves as the
Office Assistant in the Office of the
President. In addition to assisting
staff with special projects and
initiatives, she is responsible for
coordinating President Junn’s
calendar and travel, as well as
tracking office expenditures.
Bridgette also plays a major role
in mentoring our two student
assistants, Precious Vega and
Dwight Tisby. This is Bridgette’s 5th
year working for Stanislaus State;
she has also worked for Housing
and Residential Life as well as the
Provost’s Office. She is a Stan State
alumna and is currently pursuing
her master’s degree in English at
Stan State.
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FOLLOW @PrezJunn ON TWITTER
President Junn is on Twitter @PrezJunn! Follow her continued journey as president of Stan
State. Here are some fun examples of what she has been tweeting:
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