MESSAGE FROM THE CHANCELLOR

Dr. Don Griffin., Interim Chancellor

I’m pleased to write to you for the first time as Interim Chancellor of City College of San Francisco. My association with CCSF has spanned nearly 40 years, both as an instructor and an administrator. I started my City College career in 1969 as a faculty member in the Department of Behavioral Sciences. In 1996 I became an administrator, most recently performing the responsibilities of both Vice Chancellors for Academic Affairs and Student Development. Most importantly, student success continues to be my main objective and only measure as to our effectiveness as an institution of higher learning.
It is with great pride that I single out several recent City College student success stories. Derick Brown learned that in order to be successful and earn a decent salary, you must first work hard at earning a college degree. He enrolled at City College at the age of 27, was elected the 2006-07 Student Trustee, and last summer he successfully transferred to UC Berkeley. Still associated with us, he is now in our “Grow Your Own” program which prepares CCSF graduates to return to teaching, counseling, or librarianship at City College after they have completed their upper division and graduate education.
Diana Munoz-Villanueva, this year’s Student Trustee, is yet another outstanding success story. She immigrated from Guanajuato, Mexico at 14, and is now a U.S. citizen. Diana is studying industrial engineering and contemplating transferring to a four-year university upon graduation. Additionally, she worked as a peer mentor for City College’s Latina/o Services Network.
CCSF alumnus Alex Fong was dissatisfied with the doors that were opening upon earning a bachelor’s in computer arts from UC San Diego. He enrolled in City College’s Journalism Program, worked on campus publications, and found his niche in news design. During his last semester here, he landed a job as a designer with the San Jose Mercury News, Ultimately his goal is to design for The New York Times.
The above City College students have realized their dreams, and it all started at City College of San Francisco. I join the faculty, administrators, and classified staff in welcoming you to City College. I have every expectation that you also can realize your educational goals at City College of San Francisco.
Sincerely,

Dr. Don Q. Griffin
Interim Chancellor