College of the Month:
May, 2009
Merced College
CCA Local:
Merced College
Faculty Association
Caroline Dawson, Merced College Faculty Association President
Office: Sci-214
Campus Phone: (209) 384-6358
Email: dawson.c@mccd.edu
Caroline Dawson is a Professor of Mathematics and Developmental Math. She earned her B.S. and M.B.A. from California State University, Stanislaus, and an M.A. from Fresno Pacific University.
Merced College Faculty Association Quick Facts
All Merced College faculty are members of MCFA. The MCFA is a "Fair Share" chapter, which means that all those included in the PERB recognized definition as a MCFA Unit Member must pay the association a service fee equal to the membership dues.
The Executive Board members of the MCFA consist of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and three (3) Negotiators.
Merced College Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement
Click here to read the Merced College Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement.
CCA District Representative: District B
Dr. Stelvio Locci
c/o Hartnell College
156 Homestead Avenue
Salinas, CA 93901
Email:
SLocci@hartnell.edu
Campus Phone: 831-755-6926
Merced Community
College
3600 M Street
Merced CA 95348
(209) 384-6000
Website: www.mccd.edu
Los Baños
Campus
22240 Highway 152
Los Banos, CA 93635
(209) 826-3495
The Merced Community College District was formed on February 27, 1962; classes were held in the Merced County Fairgrounds until the campus was built in 1964. The District comprises most of Merced County, the area of the Chowchilla Union High School District in Madera County, and the Dos Palos Joint Elementary School District. There are currently over 10,000 full- and part-time students attending MCC.
The Los Baños Campus serves residents of the west side of Merced County, and offers students the ability to complete all courses necessary for transfer as a liberal studies major, or complete an A.A. degree in general studies, early childhood education, or business. A variety of other courses are available for degree preparation, completion of a G.E.D., English as a Second Language, Certified Nursing Assistant or other classes for personal development.
Merced College's Tri-College Center is a collaborative effort between Merced College, CSU Stanislaus, and UC Merced, and houses various offices and classes for the three educational institutions as well as Merced College's Continuing Education center. The Tri-College Center is located on the northeast side of Merced College's main campus.
Merced Community College is a member of the Central Valley Higher Education Consortium (CVHEC). The mission of the CVHEC is to provide effective leadership that promotes programs, policies, and performance designed to increase higher education attainment by the people of the Central Valley.
Vision Statement
Students are our focus at Merced College. We set high standards to encourage students to reach their potential in a nurturing environment. Merced College is a leader in innovative instruction and cultural activities. We value and respect all members of our community and diversity is a strength of our institution. We are known by the success of our students.
Mission Statement
Students are our focus and we are known by their success.
Core Values and Beliefs
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Students, both current and potential, are the focus of Merced College.
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Merced College establishes high standards and provides a challenging education to encourage students to reach their highest potential.
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Merced College respects and values all members of its community.
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Merced College serves the community by responding to the cultural, educational, technological, and economic development challenges.
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Fostering and maintaining diversity is a strength of the institution.
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Merced College provides a nurturing and joyful environment.