Professional Development Webinars
CCCSAA offers a series of one-hour webinars for student affairs professionals and educators. Individual webinar descriptions and links to register are found in the events below. Educators participating in a live webinar session may request a certificate for one hour of professional development. All Webinars are free for CCCSAA members and $25 for Non-members. Non-members, please visit www.cccsaa.org/join to become a member, or after registration you will receive an invoice.
If you are interested in hosting a round table discussion or a webinar for our membership, please email events@cccsaa.org today.
If you are interested in hosting a round table discussion or a webinar for our membership, please email events@cccsaa.org today.
ASACC Advisor Training Institute: CCCSAA Equity and Leadership Certification Program
Four Thursdays in June 2021 | 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Presented by American Student Association of Community Colleges
This summer professional development and training conference is a four-day Advisor Certification Program that focuses on building individual professional leadership and technical skills, and professional collaborative connections.
Register Today
Four Thursdays in June 2021 | 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Presented by American Student Association of Community Colleges
This summer professional development and training conference is a four-day Advisor Certification Program that focuses on building individual professional leadership and technical skills, and professional collaborative connections.
Register Today
A Space To Think Creatively: The 2021 Commencement Ceremonies (Roundtable)
Thursday, March 4, 2021 | Noon
Join us for a roundtable discussion on Commencement! Come share our creative space - bring your ideas, ask for suggestions, and everything else that has to do with commencement. This session will be lead by a facilitator to keep dialogue going. There will not be a presenter for this event. Please come ready to engage with others.
Thursday, March 4, 2021 | Noon
Join us for a roundtable discussion on Commencement! Come share our creative space - bring your ideas, ask for suggestions, and everything else that has to do with commencement. This session will be lead by a facilitator to keep dialogue going. There will not be a presenter for this event. Please come ready to engage with others.
Auto-Awarding Degrees: Increase Graduation Rates and Close Equity Gaps
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 | 9 a.m.
Presented by Colleagues at Golden West College
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 | 9 a.m.
Presented by Colleagues at Golden West College
- Dr. Robyn Brammer, Dean of Counseling
- Christina Ryan Rodriguez, Dean of Enrollment Services
CCCSAA Conduct Roundtable
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 | 1 p.m.
This is a roundtable discussion regarding various hot topics and conversations regarding member's questions. Moderated by a CCCSAA Officer will intake questions and then pose it to members attending.
Current Topics:
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 | 1 p.m.
This is a roundtable discussion regarding various hot topics and conversations regarding member's questions. Moderated by a CCCSAA Officer will intake questions and then pose it to members attending.
Current Topics:
- Student Conduct Institute
- Working with Suicidal Students
- The Race to Graduation - no matter what
Understanding Our Unconscious Bias
Thursday, March 25, 2021 | 3 p.m.
Presented by
Thursday, March 25, 2021 | 3 p.m.
Presented by
- Dr. Lataria Hall, Vice President, Student Services @ Fresno City College
- Eileen O'Hare-Anderson, Partner @ Liebert, Cassidy, Whitmore
Student Conduct Institute Training and Program
Thursday, April 1, 2021 | 11 a.m.
Presented by Joseph Storch, Esq., Principal Investigator @ The State University of New York
The SUNY Student Conduct Institute trains staff and faculty at public and private institutions of higher education, law firms, and consultancies on how to fairly and equitably investigate and adjudicate conduct violations and disclosures. SCI members access real time and asynchronous digital trainings, a comprehensive casebook, and model policies and resources. Training is tracked by individual and institution to make compliance and education more efficient and accessible. Training topics include due process, trauma-informed investigations and adjudications, questioning and weighing of evidence, and other crucial best practices in the investigation and conduct process that comply with case law, Title IX, the Clery Act, and other relevant federal and state laws.
Thursday, April 1, 2021 | 11 a.m.
Presented by Joseph Storch, Esq., Principal Investigator @ The State University of New York
The SUNY Student Conduct Institute trains staff and faculty at public and private institutions of higher education, law firms, and consultancies on how to fairly and equitably investigate and adjudicate conduct violations and disclosures. SCI members access real time and asynchronous digital trainings, a comprehensive casebook, and model policies and resources. Training is tracked by individual and institution to make compliance and education more efficient and accessible. Training topics include due process, trauma-informed investigations and adjudications, questioning and weighing of evidence, and other crucial best practices in the investigation and conduct process that comply with case law, Title IX, the Clery Act, and other relevant federal and state laws.
Our Story Matters: Creating Relevant Support Services for
Frequently Overlooked and Misunderstood Students
Thursday, April 1, 2021 | 2 p.m.
Presented by Colleagues at Mt. San Antonio College
Frequently Overlooked and Misunderstood Students
Thursday, April 1, 2021 | 2 p.m.
Presented by Colleagues at Mt. San Antonio College
- Audrey Yamagata-Noji, Vice President, Student Services
- Jeze Lopez, Director, REACH/Foster Youth Program
- Victor Rojas, Director, TRiO Programs
- Dario Fernandez, Director, DREAM Program
- Joe Louis Hernandez, Program Coordinator, Rising Scholars Program
-- Past Presentations --
Recordings of previously held webinars may be accessed in the members only page. Join today to view a copy of the presentation.
Resolution Writing... Learning to Teach the Process
Friday, August 7, 2020, at 10 a.m. PST
Presented by Dr. Nicky Damania, Director of Student Life at Bakersfield College
One of the most common questions I get from advisors is how to write a resolution. A resolution contains all the proposed solutions to a topic. Learning to write a resolution is very important because the goal is for the officers to share their opinions through written solutions to the problems they are trying to voice. More than that, we as advisors need to understand and develop our skills in teaching resolution writing to our officers.
This presentation will help the basic “who, what, when, where, and why” of a resolution writing. It will then show how a resolution looks like and explain how to write one. Finally, it will provide some tips to get started on writing a resolution.
Friday, August 7, 2020, at 10 a.m. PST
Presented by Dr. Nicky Damania, Director of Student Life at Bakersfield College
One of the most common questions I get from advisors is how to write a resolution. A resolution contains all the proposed solutions to a topic. Learning to write a resolution is very important because the goal is for the officers to share their opinions through written solutions to the problems they are trying to voice. More than that, we as advisors need to understand and develop our skills in teaching resolution writing to our officers.
This presentation will help the basic “who, what, when, where, and why” of a resolution writing. It will then show how a resolution looks like and explain how to write one. Finally, it will provide some tips to get started on writing a resolution.
CCCSAA - Day of Action: Student Affairs Commitment to Racial Justice
Thursday, August 13, 2020 9 a.m.
Presented by Brett Sawyer, Student Life Supervisor at American River College
Supporting our national organizations and CCC Professionals, CCCSAA shares a free event for any student affairs professional. There are 30-minute segments with various conversations revolving around Racial Justice in various functional areas. Then join Brett Sawyer, Student Life Supervisor at American River College, in a Roundtable discussion. These sessions will not be recorded and free to anyone to attend.
Thursday, August 13, 2020 9 a.m.
Presented by Brett Sawyer, Student Life Supervisor at American River College
Supporting our national organizations and CCC Professionals, CCCSAA shares a free event for any student affairs professional. There are 30-minute segments with various conversations revolving around Racial Justice in various functional areas. Then join Brett Sawyer, Student Life Supervisor at American River College, in a Roundtable discussion. These sessions will not be recorded and free to anyone to attend.
Unpacking AB 963: The Student Civic and Voter Empowerment Act & You
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 @ 11 a.m.
Joey Forsyte, Executive Director @A Band of Voters
Description AB 963 was a landmark piece of legislation passed last year that focused on broadening civic engagement on community college campuses. With the Act coming into effect in January 2020, it is important for employees in the field of student affairs and engagement to be aware of the Act, its requirements, and the resources available to help make fulfilling them a breeze. You are invited to attend a brief presentation by Joey Forsyte, Executive Director of “A Band of Voters” (abandofvoters.org) a non-profit group focused on promoting civic engagement and voter education in young people and the creative force behind AB 963. Joey will provide an overview of AB 963 and its requirements, and share helpful tips and resources for how to effectively satisfy those requirements at your college. This will be followed by a Q&A session where you can ask burning questions and hear from other professionals about the solutions they have implemented.
Wednesday, August 19, 2020 @ 11 a.m.
Joey Forsyte, Executive Director @A Band of Voters
Description AB 963 was a landmark piece of legislation passed last year that focused on broadening civic engagement on community college campuses. With the Act coming into effect in January 2020, it is important for employees in the field of student affairs and engagement to be aware of the Act, its requirements, and the resources available to help make fulfilling them a breeze. You are invited to attend a brief presentation by Joey Forsyte, Executive Director of “A Band of Voters” (abandofvoters.org) a non-profit group focused on promoting civic engagement and voter education in young people and the creative force behind AB 963. Joey will provide an overview of AB 963 and its requirements, and share helpful tips and resources for how to effectively satisfy those requirements at your college. This will be followed by a Q&A session where you can ask burning questions and hear from other professionals about the solutions they have implemented.
Conduct in an Online Environment Roundtable Discussion
Friday, August 21, 2020 @ 10 a.m.
Presented by Dr. Hyon Chu Yi-Baker, Dr. Nicky Damania, Dr. Greg Toya
For conduct professionals who work within the educational setting, the use of various strategies and software to lessen the likelihood of conduct is common practice. As Fall 2020 gears higher education to be mainly online, what do we know about these strategies in an online modality? Let's have a roundtable discussion about online conduct management and best practices as we kick off the semester.
Friday, August 21, 2020 @ 10 a.m.
Presented by Dr. Hyon Chu Yi-Baker, Dr. Nicky Damania, Dr. Greg Toya
For conduct professionals who work within the educational setting, the use of various strategies and software to lessen the likelihood of conduct is common practice. As Fall 2020 gears higher education to be mainly online, what do we know about these strategies in an online modality? Let's have a roundtable discussion about online conduct management and best practices as we kick off the semester.
CA Common Cause SOAR
Friday, September 4, 2020 at 10 a.m.
Presented by Helen Grieco, Northern California Organizer
Helen Grieco works with community activists, young professionals and students in the Bay Area. She teaches advocacy, organizing and activism tactics. She leads educational events, lobbying campaigns and actions to address campaign finance reform, government accountability, voting rights/reform, redistricting, media reform, fair elections campaigns, legislation and ballot initiatives.
Common Cause is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to restoring the core values of American democracy, reinventing an open, honest and accountable government that serves the public interest, and empowering ordinary people to make their voices heard in the political process. We believe that by banding together, citizens can make a difference. We throw a spotlight on issues that affect all citizens. We work to strengthen public participation and to ensure that the political process serves the public interest, rather than the special interests.
Friday, September 4, 2020 at 10 a.m.
Presented by Helen Grieco, Northern California Organizer
Helen Grieco works with community activists, young professionals and students in the Bay Area. She teaches advocacy, organizing and activism tactics. She leads educational events, lobbying campaigns and actions to address campaign finance reform, government accountability, voting rights/reform, redistricting, media reform, fair elections campaigns, legislation and ballot initiatives.
Common Cause is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization dedicated to restoring the core values of American democracy, reinventing an open, honest and accountable government that serves the public interest, and empowering ordinary people to make their voices heard in the political process. We believe that by banding together, citizens can make a difference. We throw a spotlight on issues that affect all citizens. We work to strengthen public participation and to ensure that the political process serves the public interest, rather than the special interests.
Top 10 Things You Need to Know About the New Title IX Regulations
Friday, September 25, 2020 @ 10 a.m.
Presented by Jenny Denny, Associate, Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
The new Title IX Regulations govern how community colleges must adjudicate allegations of sexual harassment. The regulations apply to both students and employees, and Student Conduct and Title IX Officers need to be aware that all formal complaints that meet the definition of sexual harassment under the Title IX Regulations will be processed using the new grievance procedures which preempt existing California and existing procedures. This workshop will cover the top 10 things Student Conduct and Title IX Officers should know about the regulations, such as what is the definition of sexual harassment, supportive measures and retaliation. We will also discuss the role of advisors in the grievance process, particularly during the hearing, and the role they play in cross-examination.
Friday, September 25, 2020 @ 10 a.m.
Presented by Jenny Denny, Associate, Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
The new Title IX Regulations govern how community colleges must adjudicate allegations of sexual harassment. The regulations apply to both students and employees, and Student Conduct and Title IX Officers need to be aware that all formal complaints that meet the definition of sexual harassment under the Title IX Regulations will be processed using the new grievance procedures which preempt existing California and existing procedures. This workshop will cover the top 10 things Student Conduct and Title IX Officers should know about the regulations, such as what is the definition of sexual harassment, supportive measures and retaliation. We will also discuss the role of advisors in the grievance process, particularly during the hearing, and the role they play in cross-examination.
Unlawful Discrimination Regulations Updates
Wednesday, October 7, 2020 @ 1 p.m.
Presented by Mr. Fermin Villegas, Deputy Counsel at the California Community Colleges General Counsel
At its January 2020 meeting, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges adopted amendments to the regulations governing the handling of complaints of unlawful discrimination. Accordingly, these regulations have come into effect on September 18, 2020. Mr. Fermin Villegas, Deputy Counsel at the California Community Colleges General Counsel will speak on these updates, provide recommendations, and respond to your questions.
Wednesday, October 7, 2020 @ 1 p.m.
Presented by Mr. Fermin Villegas, Deputy Counsel at the California Community Colleges General Counsel
At its January 2020 meeting, the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges adopted amendments to the regulations governing the handling of complaints of unlawful discrimination. Accordingly, these regulations have come into effect on September 18, 2020. Mr. Fermin Villegas, Deputy Counsel at the California Community Colleges General Counsel will speak on these updates, provide recommendations, and respond to your questions.
- Memo re Amended Unlawful Discrimination Regulations
Hot Topics in Student Conduct
Thursday, October 22, 2020 @ 11 a.m.
This is a roundtable discussion regarding various hot topics and conversations regarding member's questions. Moderated by a CCCSAA Officer will intake questions and then pose it to members attending.
Current Topics:
Thursday, October 22, 2020 @ 11 a.m.
This is a roundtable discussion regarding various hot topics and conversations regarding member's questions. Moderated by a CCCSAA Officer will intake questions and then pose it to members attending.
Current Topics:
- Best Practices when working with repetitive aggressive students
- Engaging faculty into academic integrity conduct process
- CCCCO Opinion regarding Requiring Cameras
Hot Topics in Student Life/Activities/Government (Round Table Discussion)
Thursday, November 12, 2020 @ 11 a.m.
Topics: (1) Building community engagement in online environment, (2) Usage of the Student Rep. Fee, and (3) ASG Elections for Spring 2021.
Thursday, November 12, 2020 @ 11 a.m.
Topics: (1) Building community engagement in online environment, (2) Usage of the Student Rep. Fee, and (3) ASG Elections for Spring 2021.
- eGiftCard Website option
- To Gift or Not to Gift (Public Funds): A Primer (2018 FCMAT ppt)
The Effects of Childhood Trauma on Social and Academic Functioning (CCCSAA Webinar)
Monday, November 16, 2020 @ 1 p.m.
Presented by Dave Seymour, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist @ Bakersfield College
Childhood trauma has a huge impact on a person's life. People have different ideas about how trauma affects a person, how it should or shouldn't affect them, and how a person should be able to overcome those effects. However, there are a lot of misconceptions related to this topic. This presentation will provide a description of how early trauma affects a person's social and academic functioning later in life, and ways of dealing with students who are underachieving as the result of trauma.
Monday, November 16, 2020 @ 1 p.m.
Presented by Dave Seymour, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist @ Bakersfield College
Childhood trauma has a huge impact on a person's life. People have different ideas about how trauma affects a person, how it should or shouldn't affect them, and how a person should be able to overcome those effects. However, there are a lot of misconceptions related to this topic. This presentation will provide a description of how early trauma affects a person's social and academic functioning later in life, and ways of dealing with students who are underachieving as the result of trauma.
Hot Topics in Student Conduct (Round Table Discussion)
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 @ 1 p.m.
Moderated by a CCCSAA Officer, this is a round table discussion regarding various hot topics and conversations regarding member's questions. Proposed by attendees at the time of registration, typically three topics are chosen and conversed for 15-minutes each. Last 15-minutes is open for general conversation.
Tuesday, November 24, 2020 @ 1 p.m.
Moderated by a CCCSAA Officer, this is a round table discussion regarding various hot topics and conversations regarding member's questions. Proposed by attendees at the time of registration, typically three topics are chosen and conversed for 15-minutes each. Last 15-minutes is open for general conversation.
FCMAT for Student Body Finances (CCCSAA Webinar)
Friday, December 4, 2020 @ 10 to 11:30 a.m. (1.5 hours)
Presented by Michael W. Ammermon, FCMAT Intervention Specialist
Attendance: Professional Staff and Advisors only
Properly administering student body finances is complex and requires ongoing training to improve Student Government Associations (SGA) internal controls and safeguard students’ assets. This workshop focuses on information college leaders need to maintain fiscal accountability such as, the great range of SGAs’ decision-making authority, useful tools and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, rules and responsibilities of the many people involved in SGA operations, effective procedures for safeguarding assets, general business best practices and internal controls, how funds can be raised and spent, recommended board policies, and more.
Friday, December 4, 2020 @ 10 to 11:30 a.m. (1.5 hours)
Presented by Michael W. Ammermon, FCMAT Intervention Specialist
Attendance: Professional Staff and Advisors only
Properly administering student body finances is complex and requires ongoing training to improve Student Government Associations (SGA) internal controls and safeguard students’ assets. This workshop focuses on information college leaders need to maintain fiscal accountability such as, the great range of SGAs’ decision-making authority, useful tools and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, rules and responsibilities of the many people involved in SGA operations, effective procedures for safeguarding assets, general business best practices and internal controls, how funds can be raised and spent, recommended board policies, and more.
- Presentation PowerPoint Handout
- Student Fee Handbook
- Example Allowable Prohibited ASB Board Policies
- ASB Manual for print
Title IX: An Introduction to the New Regulations (CCCSAA Webinar)
Thursday, December 10, 2020 @ 11 am to Noon
Presented by Joseph Wheeler, Supervisory Attorney (Enforcement), Office of Civil Rights
This presentation will provide an overview of key components of the Title IX regulations governing sexual harassment that went into effect on August 14, 2020. This presentation will revolve around what Office of Civil Rights looks for when alleged violations occur. The presentation will be driven by questions proposed by the audience in advance. This session was not recorded for future viewing.
Thursday, December 10, 2020 @ 11 am to Noon
Presented by Joseph Wheeler, Supervisory Attorney (Enforcement), Office of Civil Rights
This presentation will provide an overview of key components of the Title IX regulations governing sexual harassment that went into effect on August 14, 2020. This presentation will revolve around what Office of Civil Rights looks for when alleged violations occur. The presentation will be driven by questions proposed by the audience in advance. This session was not recorded for future viewing.
SGA Elections - The Prepping (CCCSAA Webinar)
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 @ Noon
Three institutions will present their code and process for their SGA Elections. The general do's and best practices of student government elections. Conversation will lead the second half of the hour to audience questions.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 @ Noon
Three institutions will present their code and process for their SGA Elections. The general do's and best practices of student government elections. Conversation will lead the second half of the hour to audience questions.
From the Stadium to the Street: How We Transitioned from Our Traditional Commencement to a Memorable Drive-Thru and Virtual Celebration
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 @ 1 pm
Presented by Colleagues at Mt. San Antonio College
The COVID-19 pandemic forced colleges around country to change their commencement ceremony plans last minute in 2020. At Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC), the commencement planning committee pivoted from hosting their 2020 commencement ceremony at their brand-new stadium to a drive-thru ceremony, which also featured a virtual component. Join members of the planning committee who will share highlights from the planning process and ceremony.
Tuesday, February 9, 2021 @ 1 pm
Presented by Colleagues at Mt. San Antonio College
The COVID-19 pandemic forced colleges around country to change their commencement ceremony plans last minute in 2020. At Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC), the commencement planning committee pivoted from hosting their 2020 commencement ceremony at their brand-new stadium to a drive-thru ceremony, which also featured a virtual component. Join members of the planning committee who will share highlights from the planning process and ceremony.
Virtual Graduation DEMO: MarchingOrder's Deployable Software Solutions in a Changing Environment
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 @ 1 p.m.
Presented by Marching Order
Whether you are planning for virtual, in-person or a hybrid of ceremony types, MarchingOrder has a software solution that can help! MarchingOrder now features Touchless Ceremony Solutions to help maintain social distancing when in-person events resume.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 @ 1 p.m.
Presented by Marching Order
Whether you are planning for virtual, in-person or a hybrid of ceremony types, MarchingOrder has a software solution that can help! MarchingOrder now features Touchless Ceremony Solutions to help maintain social distancing when in-person events resume.
Virtual Graduation DEMO: Transforming the Graduation Experience - on campus or online!
Thursday, February 18, 2021 | 11 a.m.
Presented by Full Measure
No matter what your commencement will look like this spring, make sure you’re prepared to welcome all your newest alumni - wherever they may be. Using Full Measure’s mobile engagement platform, your institution can celebrate and engage your grads - whether they’re in person, online, or both!
Thursday, February 18, 2021 | 11 a.m.
Presented by Full Measure
No matter what your commencement will look like this spring, make sure you’re prepared to welcome all your newest alumni - wherever they may be. Using Full Measure’s mobile engagement platform, your institution can celebrate and engage your grads - whether they’re in person, online, or both!
‘Get Out’ Without Going Out: How the Virtual Escape Room experience Can Solve Your Virtual Programming Problem by Building Community and Creativity Remotely
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 | 10 a.m.
Presented by Paul McDonald, Managing Director @ Virtual Escape Room (owned by Saorsa, LLC)
Virtual Escape Room is an engaging online experience that provides something for everyone: friendly competition, creative problem solving, team and community building, and a much needed escape from the tiresome virtual programming that has become all too commonplace in the COVID-19 era. Join us as we take you through the experience from the perspective of college-level students and educational staff alike, and see how our offerings are a perfect fit for your immersive digital activity needs.
Tuesday, February 23, 2021 | 10 a.m.
Presented by Paul McDonald, Managing Director @ Virtual Escape Room (owned by Saorsa, LLC)
Virtual Escape Room is an engaging online experience that provides something for everyone: friendly competition, creative problem solving, team and community building, and a much needed escape from the tiresome virtual programming that has become all too commonplace in the COVID-19 era. Join us as we take you through the experience from the perspective of college-level students and educational staff alike, and see how our offerings are a perfect fit for your immersive digital activity needs.
Basic Needs Panel Discussion
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 | 11 a.m.
The discussion around basic needs has been thrust into the forefront of every institution in California due to COVID-19. As we support students, we need to work with educators at different institutional types to learn what they are doing. Join us to discuss basic needs with both community college and CSU reps.
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 | 11 a.m.
The discussion around basic needs has been thrust into the forefront of every institution in California due to COVID-19. As we support students, we need to work with educators at different institutional types to learn what they are doing. Join us to discuss basic needs with both community college and CSU reps.
Student Outreach Services in the Virtual Environment: How to Virtually Reach, Recruit, and Retain
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 | 1 p.m.
Presented by Colleagues at Glendale Community College
Remote learning has allowed us to think outside of the box and restructure our outreach strategies and efforts. We will share how we have organically connected with students with equity and guided pathways in mind.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 | 1 p.m.
Presented by Colleagues at Glendale Community College
Remote learning has allowed us to think outside of the box and restructure our outreach strategies and efforts. We will share how we have organically connected with students with equity and guided pathways in mind.