Citrus College: Forums Set In Search For Next Superintendent

WHAT:

After a nationwide search, three candidates have been identified as finalists for the role of Citrus College's next superintendent/president. Community members will have the opportunity to learn more about each candidate during public forums scheduled for Tuesday, May 25, 2021.

WHO:
Faculty, classified professionals, administrators, students and members of the surrounding communities will meet the following finalists:

• Santanu Bandyopadhyay, Ph.D.
  Santanu Bandyopadhyay, Ph.D., has been a transformational leader at Cypress, Colombia and Modesto colleges. Currently serving as the president of Modesto Junior College, Dr. Bandyopadhyay has been working within the Yosemite Community College District since 2018. His prior position with the district was serving as president of Colombia College. Dr. Bandyopadhyay also served as the executive vice president responsible for instructional programs and student services at Cypress College from 2013 to 2018. In addition, he served as director of institutional research at Zane State College (Zanesville, Ohio) and as budget and policy analyst at Ohio University. A first-generation immigrant, Dr. Bandyopadhyay had a successful career in teaching and market research in India before moving to the United States. He holds a master's degree in business administration and Ph.D. from Ohio University.

• Brian K. Sanders, Ed.D.
  Brian K. Sanders, Ed.D., has served as the vice president of instruction and accreditation liaison officer for Colombia College since 2016. Under his leadership, the college has streamlined educational pathways and improved outcomes through numerous initiatives, including student equity and achievement and guided pathways. Prior to this role, Dr. Sanders served as the college's vice president of college and administrative services. In addition, he spent seven years as the dean of science, mathematics and engineering at Modesto Junior College. Dr. Sanders has also served as treasurer for the California Community Colleges Chief Instructional Officers. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematical sciences from University of California, Santa Barbara; a master's degree in mathematics from the University of Oregon; and a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of California, Davis.

• Greg Schulz, Ed.D.
  Greg Schulz, Ed.D., has provided leadership in the California community colleges system for more than 21 years. In addition to serving in a variety of administrative roles at community colleges throughout Southern California, his professional experience includes six years as president of Fullerton College. In this role, Dr. Schulz helped effectively plan, organize, coordinate and direct the educational programs and activities of the college in accordance with the district plan and board policies. Known for being an enthusiastic and student-centered president, Dr. Schulz holds an associate degree in business administration from Fullerton College; a bachelor's degree in business administration/accounting from California State University, Fullerton; a master's degree in public administration from California State University, Long Beach; and a doctorate degree in educational leadership from the University of Southern California.

WHEN:
Public Forum 1, featuring Dr. Santanu Bandyopadhyay
Tuesday, May 25
1-2 p.m.

Public Forum 2, featuring Dr. Brian Sanders
Tuesday, May 25
2:30-3:30 p.m.

Public Forum 3, featuring Dr. Greg Schulz
Tuesday, May 25
4-5 p.m.

WHERE:
Public Forum 1, featuring Dr. Santanu Bandyopadhyay
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/93861455230
Meeting ID: 938 6145 5230
Password: 321586

Public Forum 2, featuring Dr. Brian Sanders
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/93861455230
Meeting ID: 938 6145 5230
Password: 321586

Public Forum 3, featuring Dr. Greg Schulz:
https://cccconfer.zoom.us/j/93861455230
Meeting ID: 938 6145 5230
Password: 321586

WHY:
The superintendent/president is the chief executive officer of the Citrus Community College District. This position reports to the board of trustees, which consists of five elected members representing those cities within the district's service area. Under the direction of the board of trustees, the superintendent/president supervises all operations of the college and assures that the college is administered in accordance with federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and board policies.

The candidate selected to fill this position will be responsible for providing leadership and advocacy; serving as the educational leader; maintaining community, legislative and college relations; overseeing the planning process; and ensuring the fiscal integrity of the institution.

Due to the significance of the superintendent/president's role, the input of all Citrus College constituent groups is important. This vital step in the recruitment process allows for feedback from attendees to be considered.

HOW:
Due to COVID-19 and the ongoing closure of the Citrus College campus, all public forums will be held virtually on Zoom. Internal and external community members can submit questions online prior to the forums by visiting www.citruscollege.edu/presidentialsearch/Pages/finalists.aspx. The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 21.

After the forums, feedback can be submitted by visiting www.surveymonkey.com/r/CitrusSPSearchForum2021 until 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 27. All feedback is confidential and will be shared with the board of trustees.