Caring Campus Vice President Dr. Ken Sherwood will join Victor Valley College President Dr. Dan Walden to present at the League for Innovation in the Community College’s 2025 Innovations Conference.

Registration is open for our own Caring Campus Conference 2025: Building a National Culture of Care, where student success champions from across the country will come together in beautiful San Diego for this landmark event from November 12-14. With inspiring keynote speeches from Dr. Vincent Tinto and Dr. Peter Felten, dynamic working groups designed to equip attendees with actionable strategies, and our first-ever Caring Campus Certification recognition ceremony, this conference promises to be unforgettable. Secure your spot today!

A highlight of the conference will be presentations led by faculty, staff, administrators, and researchers who have successfully implemented Caring Campus at their institutions. We are seeking approximately 35 presenters to share their insights and impact. If you or your colleagues have a story to tell, we invite you to submit a presentation proposal by July 17. Learn more about the guidelines and submit your proposals here. We look forward to showcasing the incredible ways you are helping your students succeed!

We have two insightful webinars coming up that you won’t want to miss:



“So You're Thinking About Sending Your Team to the Academy?” – February 12

Join Associate Vice President Dr. Bola King-Rushing and special guest speakers for an enlightening discussion on the benefits of the Caring Campus Academy (CCA). Attendees will hear first-hand experiences from those who have participated in the CCA.

“How to Get Your Caring Campus Research Up and Running” – March 5

Designed for institutional researchers, this webinar will offer practical strategies for conducting impactful research on Caring Campus principles. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for registration details!

Wallace State Community College will be sending approximately 10 employees to the Caring Campus Academy in February, helping to unify all employees under a commitment to student success.

Our next CCA cohort launches at the end of February. This transformative series of Academy sessions is open to all employees – including new hires – ensuring that every member of your institution is united in its commitment to student success. There’s still time to join the February cohort! Visit our CCA website for more information and to register now.

Our Caring Campus Network (CCN) continues to deliver invaluable benefits to colleges and universities. CCN members enjoy exclusive discounts on the Caring Campus Conference and access to upcoming webinars, as well as the opportunity to explore our Caring Campus artifacts database, participate in a network of like-minded individuals across the nation, and more. Institutions receive one year of free CCN membership upon completing their Caring Campus coaching sessions. For those already taking advantage of this complimentary membership, renewal fees are due March 1 and can be submitted here.

And don’t forget to apply for Caring Campus Certification to showcase your institution’s dedication and progress in student success. Institutions can continue applying through March 1.

Connect with us today to learn more about how we can help your campus continue to build and nurture a culture of care. We look forward to seeing many of you at our upcoming events, webinars, and conferences, and as always, thank you for being a part of the Caring Campus community.

Sincerely,

Brad Phillips, Ph.D.

IEBC President/CEO

Contact IEBC at [email protected], see our website, or call us at

562-688-5721 for more information.

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