President's Office

Reports to the Board of Trustees

Each month, President Whalen gives a report on college activities, honors and achievements during the regular meeting of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District Board of Trustees.

Feb. 3, 2025 Board Meeting

Awards

Chris Allen: Silicon Valley Power 100 —Recognized as catalyzing changemaker Thank you to the entire Workforce Team!

Ben Kaupp: Won the Excellence Award from the League of Innovation  Ben noted it is “an awesome honor!” 

Kristina Whalen: Finished CEO Fellowship with UC-Davis' Wheelhouse: The Center for Community College Leadership and Research—the 7th Cohort 

Highly engaging fellowship that I’m sure Chancellor Lambert will enjoy as a member of the 8th cohort.  

Foothill College: Ranked #1 in California, #4 in Nation

Foothill College has been ranked the #1 community college in California by Niche, for the third year in a row. Thank you to all in our community!

This is a recognition of its academic excellence, student support services, and community engagement. This achievement is also a testament to the dedication of students, professors, staff, parents, and the entire community who made this possible.

Niche’s ranking considers academic quality, student outcomes, and campus resources, all of which Foothill excels in. With strong transfer programs, comprehensive student services, and sustainability initiatives, the college continues to set a high standard.

This honor belongs to everyone who contributes to Foothill’s success—because great institutions are built by great communities.

Events

Jan. 15 - Feb. 13: Backpacks of Hope

Jan. 24: Noncredit Summit

Jan. 29: Fall in Love with Foothill Financial Aid Event 

Feb. 6: Undocually and Rapid Response Training

Strategic Updates

Collaborative Brain Trust — Facilitated listening sessions on Jan. 30 & 31

Invitation to the Board

Feb. 28–March 16: Purchase Tickets to The Prom

March 5, Noon-3 p.m.: Plan to attend the keynote address of the Ethnic Studies Summit