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S Technology Professionals, the College Applied For, and Was Awarded, the First of Two U.S CitrusSpring 2014 CollegeNewsMagazine STEM Science - Technology - Engineering - Mathematics ALUMNI • ATHLETICS • CAMPUS • FACULTY & STAFF • FOUNDATION • STUDENTS SUPERINTENDENT/PRESIDENT’S SPRING 2014 Welcome In 2008, Citrus College launched a program that would greatly CollegeNewsMagazine enhance its status as a leader among the nation’s community colleges. Challenged by the need to develop the next generation of science and Citrus technology professionals, the college applied for, and was awarded, the first of two U.S. Department of Education grants. This took an STAFF already solid academic program to a new level, while opening new Executive Editor: Linda Welz doors of educational opportunities for thousands of students in the Editor: Paula Green areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Now in its sixth year, the Citrus College STEM Program has achieved Contributors: Stacy Armstrong, Marilyn Grinsdale, extraordinary outcomes. The number of STEM associate degrees con- Andrew Wheeler ferred at Citrus College increased 96 percent over a four-year period, Photographer: Lisa Amezcua and students who transferred to four-year colleges and universities as Production Coordinators: Angie Delgado, Joe Nieblas STEM majors increased 23 percent. In addition, the number of His- panic STEM student transfers increased from 22 percent to 33 percent CITRUS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT during a three-year period—important evidence of the STEM Program’s BOARD OF TRUSTEES success in its efforts to reach underrepresented students. The faculty and staff who were committed to building a first-class President | Dr. Patricia A. Rasmussen STEM program are responsible for the STEM students’ outstanding Vice President | Mrs. Joanne Montgomery achievements. In addition to developing a successful academic pro- Clerk/Secretary| Dr. Barbara R. Dickerson gram, these dedicated educators were at the forefront of a strong de- Member | Dr. Edward C. Ortell mand. In 2012, four years after the STEM Program was established at Member | Mrs. Susan M. Keith Citrus College, the White House published “Engage to Excel,” a report Student Member | Ms. Mariana Vega from the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology that called for “one million additional college graduates with degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.” Citrus College Superintendent/President | Dr. Geraldine M. Perri was well on the way to contributing to this essential need. The significance of the Citrus College STEM Program is revealed through our students themselves. In this issue of Citrus College News Magazine, Alejandra Garcia, Stacy Guzman, Crystal Cortez, Nico Courts, Kesean Diamond, and Waymon Ho share heartfelt accounts of their experiences as STEM Program students that reflect their love for their disciplines and plans for successful careers. As always, I am grateful for the alumni, donors, and friends who continue to support our institution. You are essential to our success as a College of Completion. Sincerely, A Citrus College student participates in a physiology lab. Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D. Superintendent/President The Citrus College News Magazine is an official publication of Citrus College. Your comments and suggestions are welcome. Please e-mail correspondence to [email protected]. Citrus College Foundation, 1000 W. Foothill Blvd., Glendora, CA 91741-1899 If you would like to sponsor this magazine or make a donation to Citrus College, contact the Citrus College SPRING 2014 Foundation at (626) 914-8825. 2 4 Contents Feature 4 STEM Enables Students to Achieve Success Preparing the next generation of scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians Alumni 8 STEM Program Transforms Students’ Lives Crystal Cortez and Nico Courts 12 Alumni News Ruth Lynn Estep, Charles and Sharon Pickering 13 Alumni Achiever My Citrus Story: Dongning Zhang Athletics 16 Science and Sports: The Choices of a Champion Audrianna Arceneaux Campus News 18 News Aspen Prize eligibility, Historical Donation, 12 7 Appointments and Honors 8 Centennial 17 Countdown to the Celebration! Open House planned for October 11, 2014 Faculty & Staff 7 Instructors Share Enthusiasm for STEM Jesus Gutierrez and Christine Goedhart 7 Faculty Inquiry Groups Promote Innovative Teaching 15 Faculty development opportunities Foundation CITRUS COLLEGE NEWS MAGAZINE 14 President’s Circle Breakfast Introduces 10 Institute for Completion 100 First-time event brings community leaders together YEARS 14 Winter Reception Celebrates a Successful Year 2013 Winter Reception 15 Employee Donors Engage in Active Philanthropy Employees Establish New Scholarships Students 10 Summer Research Experience Introduces Students to STEM Careers Centennial Kesean Diamond and Wayman Ho 17 1915 - 2015 3 CITRUS COLLEGE FEATURED PROGRAM STEM Enables Students to Achieve Success by Stacy Armstrong Alejandra Garcia loves animals. It is an affinity that serves as the foundation for her dream of becoming a veterinarian. However, it seemed unlikely that this dream would ever become reality. After all, to be a veteri- narian she would need to complete college- something nobody in her family had ever done. But, Alejandra’s determination helped her become the first person in her family to graduate from high school. It also led her to Future veterinarian Alejandra Garcia spent a Citrus College. summer doing research “My goal is to go as far as I can,” the 20- at Cal Poly Pomona, year-old El Monte resident said. “I believe thanks to the opportu- that education is extremely important, and I nities provided by the hope to one day earn a Ph.D.” Citrus College STEM Program. To help reach this goal, Alejandra became part of the Citrus College STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math- Background ematics) Program. “STEM classes are not Over fifty years ago, the United States gained its stand- easy, but the program provides me with ing as a world leader in part due to its scientific and en- the resources I need to succeed,” the biol- gineering innovations. Today, a lack of skilled workers in ogy major said. “It motivates me to do my these same fields threatens this position. best and has transformed me into a more Recognizing the need to develop a new generation responsible student.” of science and technology professionals, Citrus College Alejandra’s story is not uncommon. applied for, and received, a $3.4 million grant from the Since its inception in 2008, the Citrus U.S. Department of Education in 2008. The purpose of this College STEM Program has placed hun- grant was to increase participation and ensure the success dreds of students on the path toward aca- of first-generation, low income, and underrepresented demic and professional success. By doing college students in STEM. so, the college is also helping to meet a “Science and mathematics have always been an impor- critical need. tant aspect of education at Citrus College, but the SPRING 2014 4 CITRUS COLLEGE FEATURED PROGRAM 2008 grant really enabled us to strengthen “Get Ready” our STEM offerings,” said Dr. Eric Rabitoy, The “Get Ready” aspect of RACE to STEM focuses on dean of natural and physical sciences and community outreach. Specifically, it seeks to provide lo- library services, and one of the early cham- cal middle and high school students with pre-collegiate pions of the STEM Program. “We needed the preparation in the areas of science and mathematics. funding to make the transition happen.” One way it accomplishes this is through the annual The grant funded “Citrus Connect,” a “Secrets of Science Summer Camp (S3C),” which involves project that allowed the college to develop hands-on science activities and laboratories designed to effective outreach programs to the com- promote student engagement. munity and local K-12 schools, promote early There is also the PAGE (Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and college readiness, and prepare students to Geometry Enrichment) Program, designed to enhance the meet STEM academic requirements. In ad- math skills of students who have completed sixth and dition, it provided expanded academic and seventh grade. And finally, STEM Day for Girls is an annual student support services at Citrus College collaboration with the American Association of University for STEM students. Women’s East Valley Branch that draws several hundred As part of the grant, Citrus College cre- eighth grade girls from the San Gabriel Valley region. ated the STEM Center, which features many The hope is that young students who participate in important, interactive resources. The grant these programs will eventually enroll in a college or also funded the Math Success Center, university as STEM majors. If these students choose to where students can receive informal enroll at Citrus College, they will have the opportunity to math tutoring on a drop-in basis. benefit from the second stage of the project. Thus began the foundation of a highly successful STEM Program. However, there “Get Set” was still much to be done. The college, The “Get Set” aspect of RACE to STEM provides aca- therefore, pursued additional funding, and in demic opportunities to current Citrus College students. It 2011 the U.S. Department of Education pre- involves innovative resources and a supportive commu- sented the institution with a second STEM nity of STEM-focused faculty, staff and students. grant. The five-year $4.2 million award is To maximize these opportunities, students are encour- being used to build upon and strengthen aged to join the STEM Academy. Members
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