President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #14
Name of Project:
Agriculture Business and Technology Institute
Responsible Party:
Zahi Atallah
Project VP:
Stephanie Low
Department(s) Impacted:
Agriculture Business and Technology Institute – Center for Advanced
Technology
We are requesting support for the Agricultural Business and Technology
Institute at Hartnell College to be one of the best, if not the best agriculture
program in the state given the prominence of the industry in the Salinas
Valley. We are requesting support which will fund operating and equipment
costs. Our goal is to build a $4-5 million endowment that will ensure
leadership, support and sustainability for the Institute for generations to
come. These are top accomplishments over the last four years:
1. Completion of Center for Advanced Technology building;
2. Student enrollment goals met – went from 200 to 600;
3. Increased capacity of the program from 2 full-time to 4 full-time faculty
members between 2006 and 2012; additional adjunct faculty teaching
Diesel, Ag Bus & Food Safety courses;
4. First food safety certificate for a community college in the state and
developed Western Food Safety Summit;
5. Scholarships available to students;
6. Strong industry partnerships;
7. "Sustainable" Ag courses approved;
8. Articulation agreements with Cal Poly, CSU Fresno & Chico in place;
9. General Education classes approved - Soils, Plant Science and Ag
Economics; and
10. Successful Research Internship program
This project addresses the need to have a vital, relevant agricultural education
program at Hartnell College that meets the needs of the Salinas Valley and
Central Coast Regional agricultural industry, providing valuable employment
opportunities for youth and adults in our communities. With this next phase of
funding the following will be accomplished:
• Ensure Ag Institute Leader position to continue the forward thinking and
development of the program;
• Implement demonstration farm/lab for hands on experience;
• Develop enrollment for Ag Industrial Technician program;
• Implement new programs beginning with Pest Management and
Horticultural/Lab Technician;
• Implement contract education courses for industry;
• Expand industry advisory committee s to include new programs under
development; and
• Complete Technical Training Building
Project Description:
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
Financial Impact: * Endowment included in Project
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
$5.5 million, $1.5 million for operating and $5 million for
endowment over five years
First Year (estimated costs):
$400,000
Capital (infrastructure):
$1 million for equipment for the technical training facility (over 5
years)
Staffing:
$230,000 per year
Education:
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
Funds will be for equipment as well as program support for
programs in the Institute including Ag Business & Production, Diesel
Technology, Welding Technology, Pest Control Advisor, Seed
Technologist, Ag & Industrial Technology and Precision Technology,
and Food Safety.
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #9
Name of Project:
Interprofessional Education Center for Nursing and Allied Health
Responsible Party:
Debra Kaczmar
Project VP:
Stephanie Low
Department(s) Impacted:
Registered Nurse, Vocational Nurse, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Emergency
Medical Technician, IT
The Hartnell College Nursing and Allied Health Program is uniquely poised to
implement a philosophical shift to interprofessional education. With
supporting funds grants and industry partners, Hartnell College would create
an interprofessional educational environment that allows its RN, VN, RCP, and
EMT students to learn together.
Project Description:
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
Endowed chair to support the cost of innovative partnerships and new
program development in emerging areas of allied health and health sciences
programs and scholarships: $2,000,000 endowment.
Hartnell students would be joined by University of California San Francisco
medical students in clinical simulation experiences and in professional practice
seminars. New transferrable course offerings and skill certification classes at
Hartnell’s community college prices would help retrain out-of-work nurses and
help students gain desired soft and advanced technical skills that make them
more marketable in an environment unable to sponsor new nurse orientation
programs. These additional educational courses could be taught by
professional experts who may gain an interest in becoming a nurse or allied
health educator, another serious need in the Salinas Valley. Through academic
and service partnerships and a focus on interprofessional education, Hartnell
College would work toward its vision of becoming a leader in health education.
The emphasis at Hartnell College on interprofessional education would
promote optimal patient care at area hospitals with an emphasis on quality,
collaboration, and communication among new healthcare professionals.
Financial Impact: * Endowment included in Project
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
$2,350,000
$2,000,000 endowed chair
First Year (estimated costs):
$350,000
Capital (infrastructure):
$150,000
Staffing:
$150,000
Other:
$50,000
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
Equipment upgrade and maintenance
Replacement of disposable supplies
Advertising
Scholarships
Clinical simulation equipment, hospital beds, patient monitors,
defibrillators, etc.
Faculty/Professional Experts wages and benefits
Professional Development/Education Certifications for New Nursing
and Allied Health Instructors
Media Support
Statistical Research Support
Endowed Chair
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #3
Name of Project:
Computer Science Bachelor’s Degree Program in 3 Years CSIT in 3
Responsible Party:
Joe Welch
Project VP:
Stephanie Low
Department(s) Impacted:
Computer Science, STEM
Project Description:
Hartnell College and California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) plan
to offer a collaborative three-year bachelor’s degree program in computer
science and information technology beginning in fall 2013. A cohort of 25-30
students will be admitted into this program and will take classes at Hartnell
during the first year and half of the program and classes at CSUMB during the
second year and a half.
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in
the community)
This program will consist of the following elements:
1. Cohort-based program: Students will take classes together and participate
in outside classroom cohort activities to build a strong community of
learners.
2. Course schedule: A specific schedule will be developed for the students by
the program advisor, with a course schedule and cohort activities for each
semester. Students will follow the schedule developed by the program
advisor.
3. Financial aid: Every effort will be made to support the students in the
cohort to receive financial support through local foundations, state,
federal scholarships, and paid work-study opportunities. Students will be
strongly encouraged to focus on their education and not commit to
external employment responsibilities.
4. Student success services: Students will receive outside classroom support
to ensure success in the program including tutoring, workshops,
professional development, guest talks and field trips throughout the year.
5. Summer internship experience: During the second summer of the
program, students will be placed in paid summer internship opportunities
with partner organizations for ~8 to 10 weeks, with the experience
culminating in an internship symposium.
6. Assessment and Evaluation: Student learning will be assessed throughout
the three years and the program as whole will be evaluated to measure its
effectiveness.
1. Increase number of students from the Monterey Bay/Salinas Valley regions
graduating with a bachelor’s degree in computer science
2. Increase number of underrepresented minority students from the
Monterey Bay/Salinas Valley regions receiving bachelors degree in
computer science
3. First ever three year program as an articulated pathway between a junior
college and a four year state university
4. Shorten the timeframe for students to join the workforce to 3 years from
the standard 4+ years
5. A model for three year program that can be duplicated in other regions of
the state leveraging investments in junior colleges and state universities
6. Evaluation of the efficacy of cohort based activities on student learning in
computer science
7. Evaluation of student learning in an accelerated three year program
Financial Impact:
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
$400,000 for program over 4 years
$2.2 million for scholarships over 4 years
First Year (estimated costs):
$100,000 staffing and summer bridge program
$250,000 in scholarships
Capital (infrastructure):
Staffing:
Program coordinator: $55K per year plus fringe benefits
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
$100,000 for staffing and
Approximately $550,000 for scholarships
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #4
Name of Project:
Science and Math Institute
Responsible Party:
Andy Newton
Project VP:
Jackie Cruz
Department(s) Impacted:
Science and Math Institute
Project Description:
Hartnell and the Science & Math Institute have received commendations from
the NASA Department of Education for our partnering prowess and ability to
develop a pipeline of top notch STEM students. Ongoing enterprises that are
supported through Science & Math Institute funding include: student
internships at research based institutions, dissemination of student research
results at national conferences and symposia, university transfer assistance
and workshops, supplemental instruction, tutoring, STEM speakers, Family
Science & Health Day, Robotics Olympics, Physics Olympics, professional
development for Hartnell and high school faculty and extensive project-based
outreach to our local K-12 schools. The Institute also supports STEM student
organizations such as WISE (women in science exploration), SIMA (students
interested in medicine association), Society of Physics Students, Engineering
Club and the Rocket & Robotics Club.
Hartnell 's Science & Math Institute was established in 2008 as a result of a
regional "visioning" workshop attended by business and industry leaders,
educators, research scientists and Hartnell faculty. The Science & Math
Institute has evolved to become an innovative and vital institutional resource,
creating and supporting initiatives that lead to student success and
opportunity in the STEM fields. Students in the Academic Sciences, the
Applied and Agricultural Sciences as well as our pipeline of K-12 students are
impacted by the activities and partnerships supported by the Science and
Math Institute.
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
An additional student success program under the umbrella of the Science and
Math Institute is the Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement (MESA)
Program. MESA promotes retention and fosters a learning community
amongst educationally disadvantaged STEM students through the MESA study
center, peer tutoring, academic advising and transfer support, and by
connecting students to other initiatives housed within the Science and Math
Institute.
The Science & Math Institute and the initiatives it supports play a crucial role
in the overall health and well-being of our community and region. By
transforming lives and growing the next generation of scientists and
engineers, the Science & Math Institute is impacting the future economic
vitality of our region. The STEM students that we nurture and develop will
become the entrepreneurs and innovators of our region, bringing intellectual
and economic prosperity to the Salinas Valley.
Financial Impact:
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
First Year (estimated costs):
Capital (infrastructure):
Staffing:
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
$250,000 ($50,000 per year/5 years)
$50,000
n/a
n/a
n/a
$50,000 per year (see explanation below)
Student stipends for internships and outreach, supplies for student
projects, funding for tutors, supplemental instruction leaders, travel
to national conferences and outreach venues, university and
industry site visits, honorariums for STEM guest speakers. There is
no impact to the college general fund other than facilities.
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #6
Name of Project:
Responsible Party:
NASA SEMAA’s ( Science, Engineering, Math & Aerospace Academy)
Sustainability Project
Maggie Melone-Echiburú, Andy Newton
Project VP:
Jackie Cruz
Department(s) Impacted:
Science & Math Institute
Project Description:
SEMAA is an innovative, national project designed to increase participation
and retention of historically undeserved and underrepresented K-12 youth in
the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). There
are 16 NASA SEMAA sites in the nation, Hartnell College is home to the only
one in the West Coast- NASA is in the Alisal to stay!
Our program consists of : Hands-on inquiry based K-12 STEM curriculum
enhancement activities (CEAs): Aligns with national math, science, and
technology standards; encompasses the research and technology of NASA’s
three Mission Directorates (Inspire, Engage, Educate); Provides NASA SEMAA
participants with up to 441 hours of advanced studies in STEM prior to
enrollment in a post-secondary institution; introduces SEMAA students to
additional external opportunities in STEM education through established
program linkages.
Family Café: Promotes family involvement at NASA SEMAA sites nationwide;
Provides family members with relevant parenting and STEM education
information; Researches and presents information to family members on other
STEM-related programs available to their child in an effort to maximize student
exposure and interest in STEM.
Aerospace Educational Laboratory (AEL): Places cutting-edge technology at
the fingertips of middle and high school students; Engages students in real
world challenges relative to both an aeronautics and reduced gravity research
scenario; Features NASA-related aerospace hardware and software.
Sustainability funding for the program is imperative and necessary for the
continuation of the program, without it the program will be at risk. NASA
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
SEMAA is funded by NASA only from June 1, 2011 to May 31, 2014. Funding
for this project will ensure this program continues to serve the youth of Salinas
Valley.
Our community benefits from SEMAA being the only NASA SEMAA program in
the West Coast and we serve substantially more students than required by
NASA.
• We support a STEM workforce chain
• We are creating the next generation of scientists and engineers;
• We are a source for Youth Intervention – NASA SEMAA at Hartnell College
has been nationally recognized by a Federal Task force, which recognizes
the efforts made by Salinas and its community members in offering
programs to at-risk youth.
Financial Impact:
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
First Year (estimated costs):
Capital (infrastructure):
Staffing:
Other:
$475,000
$50,000
n/a
$30,000
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
$425,000 – for years 2 through 5 (see explanation below)
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
The total expense is broken down as follows:
For the first two years, $50,000 - $20,000 covers the cost of 10
SEMAA instructors per year (10 x $9,000 per year), the remaining
$30,000 will cover $15,000 per year for purchase of science kit
supplies (materials range from pencils to pig hearts, depending on
the grade). This amount will supplement our base funding to allow
us to increase student participation/demand for the next two years.
For the next three years: $125,000 per year - $75,000 towards
staffing needs (two part-time professional experts); $15,000 for
SEMAA instruction; $15 for science supplies; $15,000 to cover
promotional material and marketing, as well as supporting the AEL.
With these funds, we will be able to raise funds to sustain NASA
SEMAA operations beyond the next two years. $125,000 is the
minimum annual operating budget required by NASA to retain the
NASA-SEMAA status.
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #5
Name of Project:
Planetarium Content Enrichment Project
Responsible Party:
Andy Kreyche, Planetarium Educator
Project VP:
Jackie Cruz
Department(s) Impacted:
Science and Math Institute
Project Description:
Enhance the outreach services of the Hartnell Planetarium by expanding the
number and variety of programs it can show to visiting groups and the public.
Purchase high quality full dome productions that cater to different age groups
and cover different topics in astronomy, space science and other STEM related
fields.
Fulfillment of this project will help to further promote understanding and
interest in STEM related fields among area K-12 students, showing Hartnell as
a gateway into those careers. In broader terms it will help Hartnell be of
greater service to the community of Salinas and beyond.
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
The planetarium is a unique facility not only in Salinas, but in the entire
Monterey Bay region. After a renovation in 2004, the facility incorporated
digital technology allowing the screening of fulldome movies. This modernized
planetarium and digital theater hosts visiting school classes, community
groups and the general public. After an average annual attendance of 5,000 for
several years, during the 2011-12 school year the planetarium hosted nearly
5,000 in visiting school groups alone, with a total attendance of 7,500. The
increase is due to increased popularity among schools and the addition of
weekly public programs for young children and families. The planetarium
provides the first exposure to the campus for many young members of the
community, exposing them to science literacy in an exciting and memorable
way.
Fulldome planetarium programs are independently produced all over the
world. Most are costly to produce and so the cost of show licenses for
exhibiting them are expensive as well. Cost can be based on annual
attendance, dome size, seating capacity or a combination. Shows we have
purchased in the past have ranged in cost from $2,500 to $6,000, always after
negotiating the distributor down from a higher price. Cost for programs will go
up because of our increased attendance. They will increase further in 2015
with the opening of the new science building as the planetarium will have a
larger dome and more seats. (This will provide an opportunity for fundraising
in the form of naming rights and other sponsorships.)
Financial Impact:
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
First Year (estimated costs):
Capital (infrastructure):
Staffing:
$60,000 over 3 years
$20,000
n/a
n/a
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Spend $20,000 each year on new planetarium content for 3 years.
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
All funding is to purchase high end digital full dome planetarium
programs for a diverse set of audiences.
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #8
Name of Project:
Establishing the Hartnell College Art and Humanities Institute
Responsible Party:
Steve Ettinger
Project VP:
Stephanie Low
Department(s) Impacted:
Music
Project Description:
For the past several years, the Hartnell College Music Department has
managed to maintain a viable music curriculum and ensemble program
without the benefit of school funding. However, a lack of such funding has
placed Hartnell music students at a disadvantage in that they are forced to use
substandard and outdated equipment (i.e. computers and music writing
software over two decades old) and supplies. Meeting the funding needs
described above will do much to catch Hartnell College up with other area
institutions of higher learning that offer a modern, comprehensive, and wellsupplied music program. Additionally, there is a need to reach out to k-12
children and youth interested in pursuing music. We are proposing a complete
revitalization of the music program with a strong outreach component to
children and youth.
• Commissioned music--A project to commission a major work for Orchestra
and Taiko Drums by a Bay Area composer and a second commissioned
work for choir and orchestra: Estimated expense--$1,500
• Reinstatement of a program exchange in jazz with our Sister City and
college in Japan:
Estimated expense--$35,000 which includes scholarships for students.
• Performance in NYC’s famed Carnegie Hall with the Hartnell College
Orchestra:
Estimated expense--$60,000 which includes scholarships for students.
• Wenger choral shell and risers to replace the current equipment which is
barely functional and might be considered a safety hazard:
Estimated expense--$6,500 for the risers; $12,000 for the shell
• Mac Book Pro 500G hard drive/ 15.4 inch display for portable digital audio
recording
Estimated expense--$1,700
• JBL EON 510 power speakers with stands for portable sound enhancement
and classroom use with the jazz band and vocal ensembles.
Estimated expense--$2,000
• Funds for the purchase of appropriate attire for the vocal ensembles who
regularly perform in public
Estimated expense--$2,000
• Zoom Digital Recorder for classroom use.
Expense--$200
• Endowed chair to cover the cost of commissioned works, website
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
upgrades, hiring soloists or additional instrumentalists for choral
performances, ensemble travel, student scholarships and intern program,
purchase of music and other supplies deemed necessary to ensure the
success of the program $2,000,000 endowment to help cover $96,500 per
year.
Hundreds of present and future Hartnell College music students would be
positively affected by the purchase of modern and updated equipment, new
music and instructional materials, as well as the addition of an intern program
and student scholarships.
Financial Impact: *Endowment Included in Project
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
$2,804,500
First Year (estimated costs):
$72,000 for new equipment and $96,500 for student scholarships,
internships, trips and nationwide exposure. $50,000 a year to
support a pathway program for elementary and middle school kids
interested in music.
Capital (infrastructure):
Staffing:
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
$146,500 per year for five years to support ongoing student
activities and pathway program.
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #7
Name of Project:
Establishing the Hartnell College Art and Humanities Institute
Responsible Party:
Gary Smith
Project VP:
Stephanie Low
Department(s) Impacted:
Art
Project Description:
This request for an annual artist in residence program and an endowed chair
would result in greater student involvement and wider class offerings. The
total number of students we serve could increase by as much as 10%.
Additionally, resurfacing the art gallery walls and upgrading the lighting system
would create a more versatile and environmentally conscious space to serve
the college and the community.
1. Annual Artist in Residence Program for the Hartnell Gallery.
An artist would be invited to investigate the Hartnell Collection and create a
body of work in response to some aspect of this collection. Would allow for
students and the community to interact in some aspect of this such as
workshops or lectures. The final outcome of this would be an exhibition in the
Hartnell Gallery.
2. Resurfacing of the Art Gallery walls and lighting system.
The existing walls should be resurfaced with sheetrock and smoothed. The
current walls are over thirty years old and show the scars of the 150+
exhibitions they have showcased. The lighting system is the original one
installed in 1976. New fixtures would greatly enhance the appearance and
flexibility of the Gallery.
3. An endowed chair in the Art Department
Such a position would help stabilize the program offerings and would be a
major asset in better serving our students. Cuts often are directed at the arts
first. The enrollments in the Art Department have remained strong and
student demand is very large. Ensuring that there would be funding for
instruction would assure we could offer the classes our students and
community expect and utilize.
A more professional appearance to the Gallery and a more versatile space
would be a benefit to the college and the community. A newer lighting system
could also utilize technologies that could greatly reduce energy consumption
and create a “greener” gallery.
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
Financial Impact: * Endowment included in Project
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
Annual Artist in Residence Program: $25,000 over 5 years
Resurfacing of the Art Gallery walls and lighting system: $20,000
An endowed chair in the Art Department : $2 million
First Year (estimated costs):
Capital (infrastructure):
$25,000
$20,000
Staffing:
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
$50,000-$100,000 per year
President’s Task Force
Detailed Project Analysis
Project Description #12
Name of Project:
King City Education Center
Responsible Party:
Paulette Bumbalough
Project VP:
Stephanie Low
Department(s) Impacted:
King City Education Center
Project Description:
This project proposal is for equipment, facility enhancements as well as
additional scholarship funds and a foundation chair for the King City Education
Center.
Equipment:
Upgrades for instructor smart stations in King City Education Center
classrooms. Upgrade classrooms to be compatible with Salinas and Alisal
campuses. There are five teaching stations. $80,000
Offsite portable instructional equipment for instructors teaching at offsite high
schools. Currently faculty are provided portable projectors and DVD players.
There are currently up to 20 offsite classes at high schools. Instructors cannot
use offsite audio visual school equipment. Internet access is needed by
instructors. Review with AIS current equipment/laptops that might be
purchased for use for offsite instructors to meet all their needs. $20,000
KCC 108A distance learning station does not completely work and the solution
is either an expensive repair or a different teaching station. All audio visual
equipment is not useable. $50,000
Facility:
KCC 109 - remodel computer lab into one lecture/lab classroom to seat 45
students, estimate $50,000.
Staff area where students receive their student services should be redone for
improved staff service. New furniture and improved layout of staff services.
Estimate $20,000.
Scholarships:
Childcare grants are needed for students who attend classes. More
scholarships for south county students. $30,000
A south county foundation chair and committee might oversee donations and
requests and coordinate with south county dean. $1 million.
Community Benefit:
(include perceived need
and details of who else
provides this service in the
community)
The benefit to the south county region of having an accessible education
center continues to increase. South county enrollments regularly increase each
semester. Currently there are about 4500 annual enrollments in south county
classes. Room modifications at the KC Education Center and improved offsite
support equipment would enhance instruction to students.
Financial Impact: * Endowment included in project
Estimated Overall Project Cost: (can
be during the next 1-5 years)
$1,250,000
First Year (estimated costs):
$250,000
Capital (infrastructure):
$250,000
Staffing:
Other:
Ongoing Expenses (beyond first year ):
Explanation of all Expenses Noted
Above (including what expenses the
College will contribute as a result of
implementing this project):
$100,000