Policy & Procedures

I-500 Learning Resources

Authority Vice President for Academic Affairs/CAO
Effective Date May 21, 2003
Revision Date October 14, 2026
Reviewed Date January 20, 2010
Related Policies
Related Forms, Policies, Procedures, Statute Higher Learning Commission Criteria 3.D. Support for Student Learning and
Resources for Teaching, 3.C. Sufficiency of Faculty and Staff, and 4.B Resource Base and Sustainability

The College must use its resources efficiently and appropriately to meet the educational needs of its District's citizens. The College's mission is to provide opportunities for flexible education in a supportive environment. The allocation of College Resources shall be annually aligned with this mission. College Resources include finances, personnel, College Premises, equipment, and materials.

 

The College Administration manages the teaching resources and infrastructure necessary to support student learning and success effectively and efficiently. The College is expected to have the Employees needed for effective, high-quality programs and student services that address the needs of its student populations.

 

New program development and the associated curriculum approval processes will proceed based on the availability of financial resources sufficient to support student learning and effective teaching. College Administration will determine whether available resources are adequate to support implementation, operation, and ongoing sustainability of the proposed

program.