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Measure J’s election victory was validated by an Orange County Superior Court judge on Monday. In response to the court ruling in favor of the North Orange County Community College District and the Registrars of Voters in both Orange and Los Angeles counties, NOCCCD Interim Chancellor Fred Williams shared these thoughts:

“It is my pleasure to inform you that today NOCCCD’s Measure J victory was upheld by a judge from the Orange County Superior Court. The judge found unequivocally in our favor. This has been a long journey, but in spite of the narrow margin, the recounts, and the lawsuit, NOCCCD has prevailed!”

The District community can “feel secure in the results and move forward with completing our Master Plan,” he said. Later in the week, the Orange County Register reported that the plaintiff ’s attorneys said the group would not appeal the judge’s ruling.

Monday’s ruling was issued by Orange County Superior Court Judge Franz E. Miller. He ruled to uphold the voters’ approval of

Measure J — fully supporting the positions of the North Orange County Community College District ( NOCCCD ) and its co-defen-dants, the Los Angeles Office of the Registrar and the Orange County Office of the Registrar.

Measure J, NOCCCD’s facilities bond measure, was passed by a super-majority (55%) of voters in the District on November 4, 2014. A lawsuit was brought against the District and the two Registrars after the election results were certified. Plaintiff Charles R. Clough contested the election result, arguing that illegal votes were cast and there were errors in the election and canvassing of returns, as well as the summa-tion of ballot counts. In his Statement of Decision, Judge Miller wrote: “The Contestant (Clough) failed to carry his burden to prove the alleged defects by clear and convincing evidence … (the evidence) fails to make a prima facie showing of illegal ballots, because the testimony lacks sufficient specificity and lacks corroborating physical evidence. And even assuming the ballots identified were illegal, Contestant fails to show that if those ballots were deducted that the modified totals would change the elections results.”

“Thank you, again, to everyone who helped on the Measure J campaign,” Williams said. “This was truly a team effort and it is a team win.”

March 6, 2015, Newsletter from President Bob Simpson

Judge Validates Measure J’s Election Victory with Unequivocal RulingMeasure J was approved by voters in

November and will fund renovations, including the SEM building, and a new Veterans Center.

9 • Monday» Men’s tennis vs. Irvine Valley, 2 p.m.

10 • Tuesday» NOCCCD Board of Trustees meeting, Anaheim

Campus, 5:30 p.m.

12 • Thursday» Baseball vs. Fullerton, 2 p.m.» Academic Senate meeting, CCCPLX-414, 3-5 p.m.

13 • Friday» KinderCaminata» “Into the Woods,” Campus Theater, 8 p.m.

14 • Saturday» “Into the Woods,” Campus Theater, 8 p.m.

15 • Sunday» “Into the Woods,” Campus Theater, 4 p.m.

View additional campus events and Chargers athletics.

THEY SAID IT“ ”“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the high-est appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”

— John F. Kennedy

President’s Office Hours» Tuesday, March 10, 2-3 p.m.» Thursdya, March 12, 10-11 a.m.

40th Americana Awards Net Approximately $115,000 — One of the Most Successful Results in its History The 40th Annual Americana Awards

will net approximately $115,000 accord-ing to initial results of the event. Americana was held on Saturday, February 28, at the Disneyland Hotel. Honored at the event were Orange County Sherriff Sandra Hutchens, the Cypress College Foundation’s 2015 Americana Woman of the Year, and Union Bank as the Foundation’s Distinguished Business Award winner.

Citizens of the Year are: Reon Boydstun

Howard (Anaheim); Joe and Laura Rodehaver (Buena Park); Roberta and Pat O’Toole (Cypress), Debbie Mahoney (Garden Grove); William Meil (La Palma); Tom Barclay (Los Alamitos/Rossmoor); Dee Carey (Seal Beach); Joel and Debbie Greer (Stanton).

“We’ll net around $115,000, making it one of our most successful events in terms of financial results,” said Raúl Alvarez, Executive Director of the Foundation and Community Relations. “All around, this may be the best

Americana Awards ever. The event was totally glitch-free, had exceptional student involve-ment, a great auction, and wonderful honor-ees.”

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Two  Online  Student  Success  Workshops  are  available  for  ourStudents!

“Study  Skills:    Train  the  Brain”“Time  Management  Tips  &  Tricks”

Online  Workshop  Page:h;p://www.cypresscollege.edu/services/cpc/onlineWorkshop.aspxThese  workshops  are  available  to  EVERYONE-­‐-­‐Free  of  Charge-­‐-­‐and  may  beaccessed  as  many  Nmes  as  desired.

 Workshop  InstrucLons  flyer:I  was  asked  to  provide  a  flyer  with  the  InstrucNons  –  this  is  now  available  onlinein  pdf  format:

Click  on  FLYER:    Online  Workshop  InstrucLonsh;p://www.cypresscollege.edu/services/cpc/onlineWorkshop.aspx

Faculty  and  Program  Managers:    We  will  provide  a  Verifica(on  of  A.endance  if  you  want  to  offer  "extra  credit"  toyour  students  for  compleNng  the  Online  Workshop(s).

 Extra  Credit/A;endance  VerificaNon  InstrucNons:h;p://www.cypresscollege.edu/services/cpc/extraCreditInstrucNons.aspx  SURVEY!Future  Workshops  –What  do  you  want  us  to  offer  your  students?  What  workshops  do  your  students  want  to  a.end?Please  respond  to  this  email  with  your  suggesNons.  Thank  you!

Cypress College Associated Students presents:

Women’s Recognition Awards

Please cast your ballot and help the Associated Students recognize the honorable women we have on our campus!

Submit your ballots to President Jocelyn Zaragoza at the Student Activities Center. We do accept ballots through interdepartment mail or you can walk them in.

Ballot submission deadline is March 18th at Noon

Women’s Recognition Nomination Ballot *Please nominate any Student, Faculty, Staff, or Administrator that you believe deserves the award. They must be from Cypress College and they must be a woman.

Award Title *Nominate up to two people. One person can be nominated for up to two awards.

Woman of the Year *A woman who has shown so much dedication, time, effort, and love to Cypress College, they deserve to be recognized as the Woman of the Year

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Most Inspirational *A woman who has greatly inspired the people around her

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Most Dedicated *A woman who has shown dedication to student learning and success *This award would be ideal for a faculty member

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Rising Leader * A woman who has shown potential leadership for the years to come *This award would be ideal for a student

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Most Contribution *A woman who has contributed a great deal of time and effort to Cypress College

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Warm Hearted *A woman who has shown genuine and authentic love and kindness to the people of Cypress * A woman who keeps a positive attitude

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Thank you! J

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NORTH ORANGE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT Office of Public Affairs, 1830 W. Romneya Drive, Anaheim, CA 92801-1819

Phone 714-808-4831 Fax 714-808-4833        

News Release March 2, 2015 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Kai Stearns Moore, 714-808-4829 (kstearnsmoore@nocccd.edu)  

JUDGE UPHOLDS MEASURE J ELECTION VICTORY

ANAHEIM, Calif: An Orange County Superior Court Judge has ruled unequivocally to uphold

the voters’ approval of Measure J. The ruling fully supported the North Orange County

Community College District (NOCCCD) and its co-defendants, the Los Angeles Office of the

Registrar and the Orange County Office of the Registrar. The Honorable Franz E. Miller of the

Superior Court of the State of California, County of Orange, released his Statement of Decision

today in regards to the lawsuit contesting the election result for Measure J, NOCCCD’s facilities

bond measure.

Measure J was passed by a supermajority (55%) of the voters in the District on November 4,

2014. A lawsuit was brought against the District and the two Registrars after the election results

were certified. Plaintiff Charles R. Clough contested the election result, arguing that illegal votes

were cast and there were errors in the election and canvassing of returns, as well as the

summation of ballot counts. In his Statement of Decision, Judge Miller wrote: “The Contestant

(Clough) failed to carry his burden to prove the alleged defects by clear and convincing

evidence…(the evidence) fails to make a prima facie showing of illegal ballots, because the

testimony lacks sufficient specificity and lacks corroborating physical evidence. And even

assuming the ballots identified were illegal, Contestant fails to show that if those ballots were

deducted that the modified totals would change the elections results.”

“We are extremely pleased with Judge Miller’s decision,” said NOCCCD Interim Chancellor

Fred Williams. “The passage of Measure J was a tremendous show of support from the voters,

and the Board of Trustees and I have pledged to run a responsible and transparent building

program. Our campuses have substantial needs and we are eager to get started.”

Measure J will provide $574 million to NOCCCD for critical facilities needs such as upgrades to

antiquated science labs, lecture halls, and classrooms, as well as technology and infrastructure to

better prepare students for growing fields of study and high-skill careers, and expansions of

veterans’ resource centers to train and re-train veterans as they transition into the civilian

workforce. Facility renovations will happen on each of the District’s three campuses: Fullerton

College, Cypress College and the School of Continuing Education.

NOCCCD: Greatness. Achieved. Two of the state’s premiere colleges and one of its most extensive continuing education programs combine to provide the quality educational programming of the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD). Nearly 64,000 students enroll each term at Cypress College, Fullerton College, and the School of Continuing Education. Our college students are able to shape their futures in programs leading to associate degrees, vocational certificates, and transfer opportunities. Lifelong learning also is possible in our continuing education programs that range from high school completion and basic skills mastery through an array of vocational training and self-development courses. The NOCCCD campuses and programs serve an area of over one million diverse people.

A Summary of the Board Meeting of February 24, 2015

Comments from Members of the Audience Update on Counseling – Fullerton College Counseling Department Chair Flor Aguilera Huerta

informed the Board about several new initiatives including counseling classes at local high schools and

new major-to-career workshops.

Chancellor’s Report – Fred Williams, Vice Chancellor of Finance & Facilities Retiree Recognition – The Board recognized five of the District’s most recent retirees: Gayle

Cebrian, Fullerton College Cosmetology Instructor; Dr. Hong Chi, Cypress College ESL and Chinese

Language Instructor; Dr. Elise Donley, Fullerton College Mathematics Instructor; Regina Ford, Cypress

College Registrar; and Carol Ward, Fullerton College Cosmetology Instructor.

Rick Williams, District Director, Facilities Planning & Construction; Karen Cant, Cypress College Vice

President of Administrative Services; and Richard Storti, Fullerton College Vice President of

Administrative Services, shared their respective campus construction plans. Rodrigo Garcia, District Director of Fiscal Affairs, presented the preliminary budget assumptions for the

District.

Comments from the College Presidents and Provost

Cypress College – Dr. Bob Simpson, President Student Trustee – Election results are not yet finalized, but a new student trustee will be announced in

time for the next Board meeting…Accreditation Self-Study – The college finalized plans to select the

next accreditation self- study chair and will begin the process immediately.

Fullerton College – Dr. Rajen Vurdien, President African-American History Month – The campus held several activities in honor of African-American

History Month, including the play The Meeting, a Dialogue of Ideology and Purpose...Cosmetology Valentine’s Day Visit – Students in the Cosmetology Level 3 class primped and pampered residents of

the Park Regency Center in La Habra on February 10. School of Continuing Education – Dr. Greg Schulz, Provost Strategic Planning – Seventy SCE faculty and staff attended the Strategic Planning Retreat last week.

Topics included an overview of the 2017 accreditation self-study process and timeline, and a review of

SCE’s mission, vision and values…DSS 40th Anniversary – The Disability Support Services Program

will celebrate its 40th

anniversary at the annual Transition Night on April 22 at Cypress College. Over 50

vendors will share information on independent living, social security, transportation agencies and

educational programs. Comments by Members of the Resource Table

Facilities Planning – District Management Association President Richard Fee praised Cypress

College and District officials for their campus facilities planning efforts, especially establishing

sequencing priorities for the Science, Engineering and Math building and Veteran’s Resource Center.

Full-time Faculty Obligation – SCE Academic Senate President Adam Gottdank thanked Finance

and Facilities Vice Chancellor Fred Williams for his recent presentation regarding re-examining the full-

time faculty obligation number. He stated that the Senate would support the District’s efforts.

Accreditation Workshop – Fullerton College Faculty Senate President Sam Foster thanked President

Rajen Vurdien for his attendance and presentation at the recent Accreditation Workshop hosted by the

Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. He stated that Fullerton College is definitely

getting a head start on the accreditation process, and is trying to identify problems early on so adjustments

can be made before the site visit.

United Faculty Election – United Faculty representative Tina Johansen said that an election to

choose new organization officers would be held soon.

Comments by Members of the Board of Trustees

Fullerton College Student Activities – Fullerton College Student Trustee Stephen Tith reported on

recent student activities including the African American History Forum and the resignation of the

Associated Students Treasurer.

Strategic Conversations – Trustee Donna Miller reminded the group about the upcoming Strategic

Conversations event "Supporting All Students: The Challenges of Creating and Promoting a Culture of

Equity" to be held March 24 in the Campus Theatre Lobby at Cypress College.

New Publication – Board Vice President Barbara Dunsheath reported on a new publication from the

Association of American College & Universities (AACU) entitled “America's Unmet Promise: The

Imperative for Equity in Higher Education.”

“The Meeting” – Board Secretary Molly McClanahan recounted her attendance at the District Office

of Equity and Diversity’s staging of “The Meeting,” a 1987 American play by Jeff Stetson about an

imaginary meeting between Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X during the height of the Civil Rights

Movement.

Measure J Lawsuit – Trustee Leonard Lahtinen reported on his attendance at the Orange County

Superior Court on February 18 where Judge Franz Miller presided over a “law and motion” hearing

concerning votes cast in the Measure J election. Trustee Lahtinen stated that at the end of the proceedings,

Judge Miller told the courtroom that his initial decision was to side with the defendants—NOCCCD and

the Registrars of Voters. The District is currently awaiting the final decision.

Assemblywoman Young Kim Visit – Board President M. Tony Ontiveros stated that a delegation

from the District—including himself, District Director of Public and Government Affairs Kai Stearns

Moore, and Nossaman Policy Advisor Ashley Setoudeh—visited with staff from Assemblywoman

Young Kim’s office. The District looks forward to establishing an ongoing and open dialogue with its

newest legislator.

Finance & Facilities

Quarterly Investment Report – The Board received the quarterly investment report for the quarter

ended December 31, 2014. Fullerton College Projects – Authorization was given to file a notice of completion for the Lighting

Project bid, and to enter into a service agreement with DLR Group to serve as the campus architect.

Instructional Resources New Revenue – The Board authorized the acceptance of new revenue for the Cypress College Career

Technical Education Teacher Preparation Pipeline Grant.

Next Regular Meeting The next regular meeting of the NOCCCD Board of Trustees will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday,

March 10, in the first-floor Board Room, Anaheim Campus, 1830 W. Romneya Drive, Anaheim.

“News from the Board of Trustees” is produced

by the NOCCCD Public Affairs Office as a summary of Board actions and reports.

It is not intended as a replacement of the official minutes of Board meetings.

An evening of Latin music including ballads, rumbas, and exotic

dances like Flamenco, Folklorico, and Latin & Swing.

GENERAL Admission: $8.00 DISCOUNT Admission: $6.00

Seniors (55+), Students (w/current student i.d.), Children (Age 12 or younger), & Patrons of the Arts Members.

All proceeds go to Fine Arts Scholarships for Art, Dance, Journalism, Music, Photography, and Theater students. Your Donation is TAX DEDUCTIBLE. The Patrons of the Arts is a committee of the Cypress College Foundation.

NAME:__________________________________________PHONE:_(_______)________________________

ADDRESS:_______________________________________CITY/ZIP:________________________________

E-MAIL ADDRESS:________________________________________________________________________

ENCLOSED IS MY CHECK FOR:

_____(#) GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS @ $8 PER PERSON= $_________

_____(#) DISCOUNT ADMISSION TICKETS @ $6 PER PERSON= $_______

TOTAL # OF TICKETS: ___________ ADMISSION TOTAL: $___________

____I am unable to attend and I would like to donate $______ towards a Fine Arts Scholarship Make checks payable to: Cypress College Patrons of the Arts For accounting purposes please write a separate check for each event (Concert or dinner theater) and for membership.

Mail to: Cypress College Patrons of the Arts, 9200 Valley View Street, Cypress, CA 90630 For more information please contact the Patrons at (714) 484-7000 ext. 48203 or e-mail: Patrons@Cypresscollege.edu

Help students Reach for the Stars!

Invites you to join us for our Annual Spring Dinner Theater

Check in: 5:45 PM Dinner: 6:15 PM Show: 8:00 PM

Dinner will be held in the Cypress College Fine Arts Lobby and the show will be performed in the spacious Cypress College Campus Theater.

Seating is limited, so purchase your tickets early.

Last Day to Order Tickets: Friday, March 06th

, by 7PM

Tickets are $40 per person and include: Dinner * Dessert * Beverages * Parking and

Admission to the Theater Production of Into The Woods

All proceeds go to Fine Arts Scholarships for Art, Dance, Journalism, Music, Photography, and Theater students. Your Donation is TAX DEDUCTIBLE. The Patrons of the Arts is a committee of the Cypress College Foundation.

NAME:__________________________________________PHONE:_(_______)________________________

ADDRESS:_______________________________________CITY/ZIP:________________________________

E-MAIL ADDRESS:________________________________________________________________________

ENCLOSED IS MY CHECK FOR: _____(#) TICKETS @ $40 PER PERSON=___________________

____I am unable to attend and I would like to donate $______ towards a Fine Arts Scholarship Make checks payable to: Cypress College Patrons of the Arts For accounting purposes please write a separate check for each event (Concert or dinner theater) and for membership.

For more information please contact the Patrons at (714) 484-7000 ext. 48203 or e-mail: Patrons@Cypresscollege.edu Mail to: Cypress College Patrons of the Arts, 9200 Valley View Street, Fine Arts 1

st floor, Cypress, CA 90630

“INTO THE WOODS” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless yet relevant piece and rare modern classic. The TONY Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife who wish to have a child, Cinderella who wishes to attend the King's Festival, and Jack who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. –

See more at: http://www.mtishows.com Graphic by Ross Harms