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California Community College Chancellor’s OfficeInternal Operations DivisionGrants Administration Unit

Final ReportMESA

Please complete each page and return (1) original and (2) copies of the completed Final Report to the Chancellor’s Office, Grants Administration Unit, 1102 Q Street, Sacramento, CA 95814-6511.

Grant Number: 09-101-004Amount Awarded: $50,568 Expenditures to Date: $50,568

Project Title: MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAMDistrict/College: Desert Community College District

Project Director: Dr. J. Carl Farmer Phone: (760) 776-7455

E-Mail: [email protected] Fax: (760) 773-2569

Project Monitor: Sally Lenz Phone: (916) 327-1260

E-Mail: [email protected] Fax: (916) 445-6268

PLEASE NOTE: The final release of funds will be processed upon approval of the final report pages 1-12.

The Final Report is comprised of the following components:1) Project Summary: All grantees must respond to questions 1A–1D, Fund for Student Success/MESA. These are

essentially the “status” questions for your project.

2) Project Work Statement: Objective Report form: This page must be completed for each objective. If an objective/activity will not be completed by the specified objective date, please provide comments that clarify the reasons for the delay.

3) Expenditure Budget Summary: Check the box for July 1-June 30. Project Approved Budget: This is the state’s portion of your total project funds; Project Funds Expended: These are your expenditures to date; District Match Funds Expended: Identify the amount of local funds provided to the project by the district; Other Source: Use these columns if your project is supported by funds that are local, but do not derive from the district’s general fund.

4) Expenditure Budget Detail Sheet: This page is required for each funding source. Here you will provide a cost breakdown of each budget object of expenditure. For example, if the Expenditure Budget Summary lists $3,100 expended in object of expenditure 2000 (noninstructional salaries), the Budget Detail Sheet would itemize the positions and amounts that represent the $3,100 expenditure.

5) Project Evaluation

6) Student Data/Reports

7) Project Recommendations

The Final Report must be submitted on or before the specified deadline, unless the grant has been amended and the final report filing date has changed.

238/GA-Final Report (MESA) (Rev. 6/30/07)

Chancellor’s Office

California Community CollegesEducational Services Division

District: Desert Community College District

College: College of the DesertGrant Number:09-101-004

1. Project Summary

A. Provide a summary describing your efforts in accomplishing the goals and outcomes of the project: were objectives met, were goals modified, and was the project completed in a timely manner.

The College of the Desert continues to be one of the best-known and active student support programs on the COD campus. Our students continue to successfully transfer to four-year institutions. Many of the math and the science faculty have become more involved with the program by assisting in the high school visits, by making special presentations to the students as part of our monthly Science & Math Lecture Series, by serving as workshop facilitators, and by becoming more interested in the success of their students.

During this funding period most of the objectives were met. Those that have not yet been met are mostly near completion. During the fall semester we were able to provide many services to the MESA students – some that were previously described and some that were newly created. We filled several facilitator/tutor positions with well-qualified students, and their efforts have been greatly appreciated by the students. We offered workshops in computer programming, differential equations, linear algebra, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus I, II, III, physics and chemistry. There is increased success in this area, with attendance at the workshops slowly increasing. The fact that a large number of our MESA students are employed or have family commitments continues to affect their ability to attend workshops.

The Campus Advisory Council met once during the funding period; however, the director continues to interact regularly with most of its members. MESA students continue to be active in events sponsored by ASCOD, This is the student body’s association that encourages involvement on campus. MESA students were involved in other campus-wide activities and participated in that promoted the involvement of the high schools. This past year two MESA students served on the ASCOD Board.

The extension of the funds to December 31, 2010 gave an opportunity to provide additional services to students. We have made a concentrated effort to schedule activities to help the new students in MESA become more involved in the MESA activities than in the past and become acquainted with the continuing students.

Generally, the feedback that we have received from students, faculty and administration is that MESA is a program on the COD campus that has an enviable reputation that can only grow with the cooperation of MESA and the college.

In addition to the time extension, the additional funds have made it possible for the MESA students to complete research projects with UC Riverside in the area of atmospheric pollution. Students did an excellent job in the design and implementation

of their projects and one group produced results that were presented at student paper competition during the fall semester.

1. Project Summary (Continued)

During the funding period, COD continued the implementation of an NSF/S-STEM scholarship program that is providing scholarships to both continuing and transferring students. More than 35 scholarships have been awarded in the amounts of $3,000, $4,000 or $5,000 during the first two years of the program.

1. Project Summary (Continued)

B. MESA requires the strong institutional support of the project. Please identify who has been involved in this effort, and their contribution ,i.e. CEO, CIO, CSSO, Faculty, etc. BE BRIEF

The MESA Program at COD has now become a separate entity in the School of Liberal Arts and Sciences since the reorganization of the college’s academic structure. Through the efforts of the director, strong ties remain with both the math and science departments which were also formed as a result of the reorganization. We retain, however, our dedication to the tenets of MESA with focus on the successful transfer of MESA students to four-year institutions. It continues to be the only student program on campus that has specific academic requirements for its students and that serves under the Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Support for the program from the College President, the Division Dean, the Vice-President of Academic Affairs and other administrative positions continues to be strong.

C. Briefly describe student participation in professional chapters and organizations, as well as highlights of student internships

The typical COD student is reluctant to join a professional organization at this point. Some have joined organizations like the American Geophysical Union and the Mathematics Association of America. The major student activity during the funding period consisted of two separate project that were supervised by the MESA Director. These projects were the development of a solar charging golf cart and research studies in the area of atmospheric chemistry and pollution. The solar golf cart project culminated in the participation in the Palm Desert golf cart parade in October 2009 while one of the atmospheric studies research in a paper presented at a student research paper competition in September 2010.

D. Please describe the efforts undertaken to ensure participation by students from groups with the lowest eligibility to four year institutions in math, engineering and science majors.

College of the Desert students are reflective of a diverse population in the Coachella Valley. Approximately 55% of our student population is Hispanic, 3% is African American; however, more than 70% of our MESA enrollment is from these populations. We continue to target the traditionally under-represented students from the area high schools and make our student activities known to the public. Working relationships with the local high schools continue to develop through activities involving the math instructors at COD and the high schools, and the involvement of MESA students in educational outreach activities. In this way, we feel that we will continue to see an increase in student enrollment among low income and under-represented students into the math and science-based majors at COD. Our goal, of

course, is to ensure, as much as possible, their graduation from this college and their successful transfer to four-year institutions.





2. Project Work Statement Objective Report Form — Final

List the status of each individual objective and activity within the Project Work Statement. Duplicate this form as needed.

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Provide a thorough explanation for those that have not been completed.

2. Project Work Statement (Continued)

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Meet with transfer counseling and articulation officers from COD and four-year colleges, specifically University of California at Riverside and Cal Poly Pomona.


Continue staff development activities for director and staff.








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Encourage student usage of the MESA Center and participation and provide necessary student services.


Continue development of the student library.


Maintain current open hours of the MESA center.


Enhance and improve COD MESA web page and improve accessibility on the college server.








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Organize students at intermediate algebra level prior to registration to encourage them to enroll in math classes with one or two instructors. Instructors have been identified in the schedule of courses however do to many conflicting schedules with students the clustering of students at this level has been unsuccessful.


Recruit more MESA students at beginning algebra level with a goal of forming student cohorts to track them through their math sequence. To this point the recruitment of students at this level has been very difficult and formation of a cohort has not been attempted.








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Meet with new students to establish personal three-year plans.


Update three-year plan with continuing students each semester.


Enhance communication with the Science/Math departments to provide the MESA/CCCP director with updates of “at risk” students within a workable timeframe.


Ensure smooth transition for transfer students through coordinated efforts of matriculation and articulation officers and the transfer center director.








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Offer MESA orientation course during Fall 2009 and Spring 2010.


Continue the development of the application of StrengthsQuest themes to other orientation activities.


Complete the adaptation of course materials to facilitate the online MESA orientation course.








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Continue to schedule workshops for classes including beginning and intermediate algebra, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus I and II, engineering physics, and chemistry. Workshops in beginning and intermediate algebra have been unsuccessful and will not be scheduled in future years.


Locate suitable workshop facilitators.


Train workshop facilitators in August workshop prior to Fall semester with a follow-up training in January.








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Hire of advanced students in math and science for tutoring.


Coordinate study groups and monitor progress of students in those groups.


Provide appropriate personal advice for students or referrals to counselors for non-academic problems that may impact their academic performance.

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Provide assistance to students in completing applications and financial aid forms for four-year institutions. Advise them regarding scholarships and internships that are available.


Invite other family members to attend MESA activities during the semester.








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Work with campus contacts in counseling and EOPS to locate potential MESA students currently enrolled at COD. This includes serving on the advisory council of student programs at COD.


Recruit potential MESA students at the local high schools by visitation of classes by MESA Director, COD math and science faculty and current MESA students and interaction with high schools administrators. This effort will target local high schools that have a high percentage of Hispanic students.


Advertise the MESA program through campus newspaper articles, local newspaper articles, local television interviews, campus activities and other campus flyers.


The Math Field Day activity brings high schools students to COD to compete in a math competition. This event was cancelled during this funding period due to budget cuts at the high schools being unable to provide transportation and substitute instructors on the day of the event.


Encourage MESA students to participate in community events as a group, especially those involving high schools.


Advertise the NSF S-STEM scholarship program to attract students from local high schools and COD into the MESA Program.








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Meet with the campus advisory council at least once per semester for help in planning activities and events.


Establish a working group of the advisory council members to discuss ways to work together in students recruitment.








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Attend MESA statewide and regional meetings.


Attend other meetings and workshops as appropriate.


Participate in other statewide meetings through conference calls.


Present progress of online MESA orientation course at professional meetings.








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Participate in Club Rush activities to enhance enrollment in our on-campus MESA Club.


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Establish contacts with additional local industries, describe the purpose of the MESA Program and solicit participation and support for student activities.


Meet with Industry Council to solicit support for the MESA Program in the form of scholarships, internships and part-time employment. This task has always been a difficult one due to the available industries in the Coachella Valley especially in the technical areas. Some part-time employment during

the summer months has occurred in past years and other have provided support for MESA activities, e.g., the solar charging golf car.








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Continue work with UCR/CE-CERT facility to develop programs for transferring and current COD students.


Work closely with UCR and Cal Poly Pomona campuses to improve articulation of our programs.


Meet with UCR and Cal Poly Pomona program directors.








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Recruit students to participate in the summer research project.


Provide information to students in the areas of atmospheric chemistry, air pollution, atmospheric structure, and other topics pertinent to potential research topics.


Students select project to be investigated, acquire necessary data, complete analysis and report.


Students present results during the semester to the entire MESA student group.

Chancellor’s OfficeCalifornia Community CollegesEducational Services and Economic Development Division


College: College of the DesertGrant Number: 09-101-004

BudgetContact: Wade Ellis Phone: 760-773-2513 Fax:760-431-8678 E-Mail:

[email protected]

3. Final Report Expenditure Budget Summary (Cumulative)

Check One: Cumulative from July 1, 2008 - June 30, 2009 x Other time period- July 1, 2009 – December 31, 2010 ____

When entering dollar amounts, round off to nearest dollar.

Object of Expenditure Classification Line

Project Approved

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1000 Instructional Salaries 1 6500 6016 1155102000 Non-instructional Salaries 2 14000 15480 52723000 Employee Benefits 3 4823 5197 291644000 Supplies and materials 4 11000 102555000 Other Operating Expenses & Services 5 5500 66756000 Capital Outlay 6 0 07000 Other Outgo 7 6800 5000

Total Direct Costs 8 48623 48623 144674 5272Total Indirect Costs (4% of Line 8) See specific

RFA9

1945 1945Total Program Costs 10 50568 50568 144674 5272

1 District General Fund (100% match percentage requirement). Line-item match not required.2 Provide an Expenditure Detail Sheet for each funding source by category.

Project Director Signature: Date:

District Chief Business Officer Signature: Date:

(or Authorized Designee)FOR CHANCELLOR’S OFFICE USE ONLY

Grants and Contracts UnitApproval Signature:

Project MonitorApproval Signature:

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4. Expenditure Budget Detail Sheet

Object ofExpenditure Classification

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1140 Faculty Salary 6016 115510

2120 Clerical Support 5990 5272

2304 Tutors and Facilitators 9490

3000 Benefits 5197 29164

4200 Textbooks 3210

4500 Non-Instructional Supplies 2428

4700 Banquets, etc. 4617

5045 Postage 203

5220 Travel 3634

5300 Dues and Memberships 576

5620 Contracts/ Photocopy Services 2262

7600 Student Stipends 5000

Total Direct Cost 48623 144674 5272

Total Indirect Cost (4%)See specific RFA

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Total Program Cost 50568 144674 5272


California Community Colleges

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5. Project Evaluation

A. Identify and describe those activities that were particularly effective in reaching the goals and outcomes of the project.

There are many aspects of the program that certainly helped MESA program succeed at COD. The new organizational structure provide an excellent working relationship with the Math and Science Departments, the Lead Faculty in each area and the new Dean. In addition, the College President and the new Vice President of Academic Affairs have displayed strong support for the program. The MESA Center has been a major factor in the recruitment and retention of the students. The computers that are located in the center are connected to the Science & Math lab server, making it more convenient for students to complete assignments and research papers. Within the MESA Center, the refreshment area that has been set up for students, has also helped in recruitment of several students. MESA Student Advisory Council helps with the planning of all events and activities. These students also provide an avenue of communication for other MESA students other than directly to me. We continue to build on our relationships with the high schools; our effort to get the word out to potential MESA students at high schools was certainly apparent by the number of new students joining the program each fall.

Activities that were especially effective this year were online MESA Orientation course, the expansion of application of the StrengthsQuest assessments for the students in this course, and the summer research project. This third activity gave students an opportunity to work as a team on a problem and prepare a poster for presentation in a student paper competition. Feedback from the students about these activities was very positive.


5. Project Evaluation (Continued)

B. Identify those activities that were not effective in reaching the goals and outcomes of the project, and explain why not.

The move of the MESA Center to an area on campus not near the Science and Math Buildings appears to have been overcome, however it serves to remind us that location of the center in a place convenient for the students. The numbers are now increasing; however, I believe there are still many students we miss or do not serve fully because of our location. Improvement in the Academic Excellence Workshops has been steady, but there is still a lot of room for improvement. Student attendance has improved, but in some courses, is still disappointing. The establishment of the Industry Advisory Council has not happened due to available industry in our area, however individual industries have stepped in from time to time to have a significant impact. Student membership in various organizations remains low, and I have difficulty getting students to apply for scholarships and internships. In general, many have the feeling that they have no chance at these opportunities and let them pass by instead of taking advantage of them. Building on our relationships with the nearby institutions has not been successful through CAMP and AMP Programs; but relationships with our nearby institutions are in place as a result of other avenues.

C. Indicate if this evaluation was conducted by a project staff member or an outside evaluator. Identify the person responsible for conducting the evaluation.

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Outside Evaluator x Staff Evaluator

Evaluator Information:

Name: J. Carl FarmerTitle: DirectorOrganization: MESA ProgramTelephone No.: (760) 776-7455Fax: (760) 773-2569E-Mail: [email protected]

6.

Utilizing the MCCP Database and/or other program records, provide the following information

A) Total students enrolled in MESA - 2009-2010 Academic Year ______________

B) Total underrepresented students enrolled in MESA- 2009-2010 Academic Year

African American __________ Latino __________ Native American __________

C) During the 2009-2010 Academic year, give numbers for the following:

First time students enrolled in MESA _________________

Returning students _____________

D) Transfer Information:

Total Students Transferred 2009-2010 _____22____________

STUDENT NAME LAST 4

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OF SS#

TRANSFER

INSTITUTION

Date student first

joined MESA

Give entry math and

English levels (use

algebra, calculus, ESL,

college English, etc )

Omar Abu-Hajar San Francisco State Fall 2008

Adam Al-Ansari Cal Poly Pomona Fall 2008

Jesus Cervantes CSU Northridge Spring 2008

Tom Emmett CSU San Bernardino Fall 2007

Joshua Flareau UC Riverside Fall 2007

Samantha Gaag Bastyr University Fall 2007

Jorge Gonzalez UC Riverside Fall 2007

Juan Gonzalez UC Riverside Fall 2008

Todd Gore UC San Diego Spring 2008

Juan Hernandez Cal Poly Pomona Fall 2008

Jonothan Howard UC San Diego Fall 2008

Victor Landa UC Riverside Fall 2008

Juan Lupian UC Irvine Fall 2007

Maria Macias UC Riverside Fall 2009

Crystal Milward UC Riverside Fall 2008

Jose Ochoa CSU Bakersfield Fall 2007

Eric Plott UC Riverside Fall 2008

Nicole Prendergast Mission Community Fall 2007

Hector Rochin UC Riverside Fall 2006

Emmauel Santos Woodbury University Fall 2009

Art Torres UC San Diego Fall 2008

Zach Zimmerman Moorpark Community Fall 2009



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7. Project Recommendations

A. Identify specific recommendations regarding this project. Take into consideration those who may wish to replicate this project within their own district and/or college, i.e., personnel required, facility space, materials, equipment, lead time in planning efforts, community and/or business support, institutional support, etc.

The MESA program at COD has continued to grow during the funding period. I believe the two most important components of this success continue to be an organizational support and the MESA Center itself. The increasing support from the Science and Math faculty is critical to the successes of the Program, and the working relationship that has been established with them guarantees their continued support of the program. From the perspective of the student, the MESA Center is the most important aspect of the Program. A center that provides them with a place of study, visit, enjoy a snack or just relax has been an important incentive for students to join the Program and become active members. My office, being located in the Center, has also provided easy access for the students when they have a problem or just want to visit. Thus, the general recommendations that might be made include the acquisition of a physical center that is conducive to student learning and interaction; support from the faculty who are involved in the daily class workings of the MESA students; and the director’s accessibility to and comfort level with the students.

7. Project Recommendations (Continued)

B. General Comments:

The MESA Program of COD continues to assist those students who are considering a math- or science-based major. Reaction from everyone who has learned of the program has been extremely positive and encouraging. As other programs on campus see the various MESA activities, they attempt to incorporate some of them into their programs. It is very important to mention that without the support of the Math & Science faculty, the Division Dean, the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the College President, the program would not be as successful as it is. I remain confident that the support of these people will be maintained in the future, thus ensuring a strong and successful MESA Program for many more years.

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