APRIL 2017 • ISSUE 7A QUICK LOOK AT ALLAN HANCOCK COLLEGE HAPPENINGS

2017 REGISTRATION DATESSummer and FallADMISSION PERIOD OPENSSummer & Fall ongoing

CLASS SCHEDULE GOES LIVE VIA ONLINE CLASS SEARCHSummer & Fall April 10, 2017

PRIORITY REGISTRATIONSummer & Fall May 1, 2017

OPEN REGISTRATIONSummer & Fall May 6, 2017

COLLEGE NOW! REGISTRATIONSummer & Fall May 15, 2017

REGISTRATION WITH ADD CODE BEGINSSummer & Fall First scheduled meeting date of class

CLASSES BEGINSummer June 5 & 12, 2017 Fall August 21, 2017

View schedules online at www.hancockcollege.edu;beginning April 10, 2017

click Class Search on the home page. Note: Dates are subject to change.

Allan Hancock College sophomore Victor DeAlba was one of 28 community college students in the state named to the 2017 All-California Academic First Team by the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

“To be selected among the best of the best is mind blowing. It literally brought tears to my eyes when I found out,” said DeAlba. “It seems surreal to have come this far considering where I was and what other people expected from me.”

Grades, leadership, and community service determine selection to the All-California teams. The selection was based on the scores nominees received from Phi Theta Kappa judges at the national level. Based on the scores, finalists received rankings and were placed on the All-California Academic first, second, or third teams. The 85 students named All-California this year represent some of the best of the two million students enrolled in California’s 113 community colleges.

Currently, DeAlba is the vice president of external affairs with the college’s Associated Student Body Government (ASBG). He also serves as a student ambassador where he conducts campus tours and represents the college at community events. He was a founding member of the Students Organizing for Advocacy and Retention (SOAR) club that formed to improve the college culture and services provided at the Lompoc Valley Center. Last year, he served as president of the college’s Alpha Gamma Sigma (AGS) Honor Society.

“He has made lasting contributions to Allan Hancock College with his service,” said Kathy Headtke, co-advisor for the college’s Alpha Gamma Sigma Honor Society. “Victor’s collaborative efforts to start the Food Share Because We Care program at the Lompoc Valley Center has made an enormous difference to more than 500 LVC students and their families.”

DeAlba is set to graduate this May with an associate degree in liberal arts for transfer in social and behavioral sciences. He earned two additional associate degrees last spring. With a 3.66 cumulative grade point average, DeAlba has been accepted to California State University, Los Angeles and Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. He is waiting to hear from University of California, Berkeley. He plans to major in sociology to become a career and guidance counselor with at-risk students or pursue a career in politics.

“I want to make an impact on the community and continue to make Hancock and my family proud,” said DeAlba.

DeAlba was also named a 2017 Coca-Cola Community College Academic Gold Team Scholar, an honor awarded to only 50 students nationwide. He received a $1,500 scholarship.

Hancock’s Victor DeAlba Named to All-California Academic First Team

Take College Classes at Your High School

Students can jump start their college education without leaving their high school campuses through Allan Hancock College’s concurrent enrollment program. Students can simultaneously receive high school and college credit by complet-ing courses taught by college-approved instructors. Concurrent enrollment classes

are offered at Cabrillo, Cuyama, Lompoc, Orcutt Academy, Pioneer Valley, Refugio, Righetti, Santa Maria, Santa Ynez, and St. Joseph high schools.

The program features an array of classes that range from auto body to mathematics to history to life and career planning. Students who attend public high school districts can participate for free.

Interested students and their parents should first meet with their high school counselors to plan for the fall 2017 sched-ule and complete required paperwork. For more information, email the college at admissions_help@hancockcollege.edu.

College Now! for High School StudentsHigh school juniors and seniors can register for college classes online – and pay no enrollment fee.Summer and fall registration opens May 15 for College Now! studentsQuickLink College Now! on the AHC website or call 805-922-6966 ext. 3248.

www.hancockcollege.edu

Hancock Board of Trustees Adopts Resolution to Support Diversity, Unity, and Undocumented StudentsThe Allan Hancock Joint Community College District Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution in February to support diversity, unity, and undocumented students. The vote represented the culmination of a three-month process spearheaded by students and faculty.

The resolution states the board of trustees “reaffirms its commitment to the values of inclusion, diversity, open discussion, and success for all students.” The resolution further states the district police department will not detain, question, or arrest any individual solely on the basis of suspected immigration status.

“Allan Hancock College truly values diversity, and I am grateful for the leadership of our faculty and students,” said Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. “We can confidently tell our students

and community that their ability to pursue an education at Allan Hancock College will not be impeded because of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, or political views.”

The resolution received unanimous support from all college constituencies including the Associated Student Body Government (ASBG), a group of student leaders elected to represent students’ best interests.

“We feel it is important to live up to ASBG’s mission of supporting all students and bring-ing our student body together,” said Michael Huggins, ASBG president and Cabrillo High School graduate. “Hopefully, this sends a clear message to our students, the community, and future student leaders of how students can make a difference on this campus.”

Hancock Unveils Student MuralA movement to enrich the cultural and intellectual life on the Allan Hancock College campus took a giant step forward when a mural created by four students was unveiled. The mural, called Depth of Humanity, was created by Hancock art students Derick Edwards, Patrick Tuason, Steve Palomer, and Daniel Fuentes. The art measures 24-feet tall and eight-feet wide. It was hung on the northeast wall of building M, the college’s Math and Science Complex on the Santa Maria campus.

“It’s surreal to think artwork we labored over for almost two years will be forever displayed on campus,” said Edwards, a Pioneer Valley High School graduate. “It’s a tremendous honor.”

The mural depicts a woman’s face superimposed over a turquoise and magenta background. Her free-flowing hair swirls downward 20 feet, morphing into a flowing beta fish. The figures appear to be submersed in an ocean filled with bubbles and an octopus clutching a sword and hourglasses in its tentacles lurks at the bottom of the mural.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL MAKES PLAYOFFS FIRST TIME IN 22 YEARSFor the first time in 22 years, the Allan Hancock College women’s basketball team earned a spot in the postseason. The Bulldogs received the No. 18 seed for the 2017 California Community College Athletic Association’s (CCCAA) Southern California Regionals. The Bulldogs finished with 17 wins, the most by the program in a single-season since 1995.

• During the 2015-16 year, Hancock students received more than $30 million in financial assistance.

• For the past 15 years, Hancock students have achieved the state’s highest transfer acceptance rate to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Nearly half of the students from Hancock who applied to the university for fall 2016 were accepted, that’s nearly triple the state average.

• Last year, 21 student-athletes signed scholarships with four-year institutions and 49 student-athletes received All-Conference awards.

• Hancock has been recognized three times as one of the nation’s top 150 community colleges by The Aspen Institute.

• Hancock was named the third-most affordable community college in California and 12th in the nation in 2016 by AffordableColleges.com

Did You Know?

OLYMPIC RECOGNITION FOR HANCOCK STUDENT AND COACH

Former Allan Hancock College student Josh Prenot earned a silver medal for Team USA during the 2016 Rio Olympics. He broke the national record in the 200-meter breaststroke at the U.S. Olympic Trials and was the first American to win an Olympic medal in the event since 2004. Prenot grew up in Santa Maria and attended Hancock from 2008-2012 before transferring to UC Berkeley.

After returning from Rio, Prenot selected his long-time swim coach, Mike Ashmore, to receive the special Order of Ikkos medal. Ashmore, who is currently the women’s swimming head coach at Hancock, coached Prenot for 10 years with the Santa Maria Swim Club.

SAVE THE DATE

Be Bold for Change!

All female students are invited to the

YELL Mujer Conference on Saturday,

April 29, 2017. Free food and prizes! Register at hancockcollege.edu/YELL

The licensed vocational nursing (LVN) program at Allan Hancock College has been ranked among the top 4 percent of the 165 programs in California according to the website PracticalNursing.org.“We are very pleased to once again be recognized. We have known for years that our pass rates were among the best in the nation,” said Bonny Friedrich, the director of Hancock’s LVN program. “The recognition is another testament to the college and the program’s high standard of instruction.”The rankings were based on the pass rates of the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) between 2011 and 2014. The NCLEX-PN is used by state boards of nursing around the country for testing proficiency and granting licensure. According to the study, 97.90 percent of Hancock students who took the NCLEX-PN passed. The statewide average pass rate during the four-year period was 79 percent, while the national rate was 84 percent. “I think it’s a well-deserved honor, but the ranking does not surprise me,” said Amy Stowe, who graduated from the college’s LVN program in 2016

and passed the state exam. “The instructors were very supportive and encouraging. When I took my state boards, I felt completely confident and prepared.”

Hancock Nursing Program Ranked in Top 4 Percent in the State

Pursue a Career in Public Safety at Allan Hancock College

Allan Hancock’s Lompoc Valley Center (LVC) is home to the $38 million, state-of-the-art Public Safety and Training Complex. Spanning 68 acres, the facility features a six-story burn tower, shooting range, emergency vehicle operations course, and more. The complex serves as the premier training location for the following programs:

Fire AcademyThe academy meets all of the requirements in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001 for entry-level firefighters. There is an academy class at Hancock in the fall and spring semesters. The median annual salary for a firefighter in the state in 2016 was $67,568.

Law Enforcement Training Academy Recruits undergo more than 800 hours of training in a highly physical and scholastically disciplined environment. The program meets all Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements.The median annual salary for a police or sheriff patrol officer in 2016 was $96,763.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)A comprehensive degree and training program that was the first in the nation to offer hands-on training in patient handling and moving, scenarios, and emergency vehicle driving and operations. A 24 percent increase in the number of paramedic/EMT positions in the state has been predicted through 2024.

Environmental Health and SafetyEnvironmental health and safety (EH&S) involves the management, conservation, and protection of the natural environment and resources through regulatory compliance. The median annual salary for an environmental technician was $46,190 in 2016. The division projects a 25 percent increase in the number of technician jobs available in the state between now and 2024.

CORE Custody Academy The CORE Custody Academy is certified by the California Standards and Training for Corrections and is the basic training academy for students who are working in county correctional facilities. The graduates completed 220 hours of course instruction to earn their state certification. The average median salary for a correctional officer in 2016 was $77,378.

Friday Night Science returns May 5, 2017.It’s fun for all ages, and it’s FREE!6 to 8:30 p.m.Building M ComplexSanta Maria Campus

FREE MONEY FOR COLLEGE!More than 60 percent of Allan Hancock College students recieve financial aid. This is money they don’t have to pay back- whether they attend college part-time or full-time. This money can pay for books, fees, and living expenses. Financial aid is available. Call 1-800-DIAL AHC ext. 3200 or go to www.hancockcollege.edu/financial_aid.

* All data provided by the California Labor Market Information Division.

Accounting BookkeepingAdministration of JusticeAgribusiness Enology/Viticulture Pairing Wine & Food Viticulture Wine BusinessAnthropology for TransferApplied Design/Media Animation Graphics Multimedia Arts & Communication Photography Website DesignArchitectural DraftingArt Studio Arts for TransferAuto Body Technology Auto Body Metal Auto Body RefinishingAutomotive Technology Auto Engine Rebuilding Automotive Chassis Auto Service Management Auto Tune-Up & Diagnostic Procedures General Technician - Engine, Power Trains Specialist General Technician - Tune-Up Emission Control SpecialistBiologyBusiness Business Administration Management Marketing Customer Service Executive Leadership Human Resource Management Law Sales & Marketing Supervisory ManagementChemistryComputer Business Information Systems Computer Business Office Software Database Administration Information Architecture Information Technology Fundamentals Office Systems Analysis Office Software Support MAC Fundamentals for Business Small Business WebmasterComputer Business Office Technology Administrative Assistant/Secretarial Administrative Office Skills Computer Business Office Skills Computer Business Presentations & Publishing Legal Secretarial Word/Information ProcessingComputer ScienceCosmetologyCulinary Arts & Management Baking Catering & Events Management Dietetic Service Supervision Food Production Supervision Food Services Production Restaurant ManagementCulinology®DanceDental AssistingDramaEarly Childhood Education for TransferEarly Childhood Studies Elementary Education Elementary Education: Bilingual/Bicultural Emphasis General Preschool/Infant Toddler Program Director Special EducationElectronic Engineering TechnologyElectronics Technology Digital Systems Technician Electronic Training Mechatronics Network Maintenance/ Digital TechnologiesEmergency Medical Services Advanced Cardiac Life Support Emergency Medical Services Academy Emergency Medical Technician 1 (Basic) EMT 1 (Basic) Refresher First Responder Update Paramedic TrainingEngineeringEngineering Technology Civil Engineering Engineering Drafting Mechatronics

EnglishEnglish as a Second LanguageEntrepreneurship Entrepreneurship and Small Business MgtEnvironmental Health & Safety Environmental Health & Safety Technician Hazardous Materials General Site Worker HAZWOPER Refresher 8-HourFamily & Consumer Sciences Fashion Merchandising Fashion Studies General Interior Design MerchandisingFilm & Video ProductionFire Technology Firefighter AcademyGlobal StudiesHistoryHuman Services Addiction Studies Foundation Basic Advanced Co-occurring Disorders Family Studies Family Services Worker 1 Family Services Worker 2 Family Services Worker 3 General Specialized Helping ApproachesKinesiologyLaw Enforcement Training/AcademyLiberal Arts—Non-Transfer Option Arts & Humanities Mathematics & Science Social & Behavioral SciencesLiberal Arts—Transfer Option Arts & Humanities Mathematics & Science Social & Behavioral SciencesLiberal Studies Elementary Teacher Preparation Elementary Teacher Education for TransferMachining & Manufacturing TechnologyMathematics w/Computer Science Emphasis w/Physics Emphasis Mathematics for TransferMedical Assisting Medical Billing and CodingMusicNursing “30 Unit” Option Certified Nursing Assistant Certified Home Health Aide EKG/Monitor Observer Registered (LVN to RN only) Restorative Aide VocationalParalegal StudiesPhysical Education-see KinesiologyPhysicsPolitical Science for TransferPsychologyRecreation ManagementRegistered Veterinary TechnicianSocial ScienceSociologySound TechnologySpanish Elementary Spanish Language Skills Intermediate Spanish Language Skills Advanced Spanish Language SkillsSpeech Communication Communication Skills for Public Safety & Health Professionals Communication Skills for the Business Professional Communication Skills for the Professional SpeakerSports MedicineTheatre Design/Technical Theater Professional ActingTransfer Studies CSU General Education Breadth Intersegmental General Education Transfer (IGETC) UC/CSU Transfer Studies (Math, Engineering & Science majors)Welding Technology Metal Fabrication Pipe WeldingWildland Fire Technology Logistics, Finance, Planning Operations Prevention, Investigation, Prescribed Burning

2016-17 Degrees and Certificates

LEARN MORE, EARN MORE!The more education you acquire, the greater your earnings potential.

Median weekly earnings in 2016 for full-time workers, based on educational attainment:

Degree Weekly Earnings Annual Earnings

No high school diploma $ 493 $25,636High School Diploma $ 679 $35,308Associate Degree $ 782 $40,664Bachelor’s Degree $ 1,155 $60,060

Master’s Degree $ 1,435 $74,620

(Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Hancock Student Liz Pompa Honored for Commitment to Community Less than two years after leaving her job in a lettuce field to enroll at Allan Hancock College, Liz Pompa received a prestigious honor for her dedication to helping others. Pompa received a 2017 Latino Legacy Award in the youth category.

“I try every day to motivate and encourage students to keep working hard and continue their education. Sometimes, I wonder if I’m making a difference. This award proves to me that I am, and it motivates me to work even harder at advocating for all students,” said Pompa,

who will receive an associate degree in photography this spring.

Community members started the Latino Legacy Awards last year to honor and recognize people who take the initiative to help others and positively impact the community. Nohemy Ornelas, Hancock’s associate superintendent/vice president of Student Services, received the 2016 Latino Legacy Award in education.

“I want people to know that getting an education will get them further in life and open more doors,” said Pompa, who plans to earn a master’s degree and become an academic counselor. “If it wasn’t for Hancock and all the programs, services, and people, I would not be where I am today.”

Currently, Pompa serves as a student ambassador and executive director of the Associated Student Body Government (ASBG). Pompa and ASBG were instrumental in the adoption of a resolution to support diversity, unity, and undocumented students by the college’s Board of Trustees.

Attend Allan Hancock College and save! Annual tuition/fees (2016-2017): (based on 24 units/year)

SB

Business

College

$16,628

StanfordCal Poly CSU

Average Allan

Hancock

College

$47,331

Laurus

College

$20,935

$9,951$6,881

$1,846

UC

Average

$13,500

Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Go to www.hancockcollege.edu/financial_aid to learn more.