Community Report 2025 Final Web

Message from Los Medanos College President

Pamela Ralston

This inaugural Community Report comes as we conclude the 2025 academic year, celebrating our 50th anniversary.

While we celebrate how we have grown and served East Contra Costa County over the past five decades, we maintain an eye toward the future – our future.

Los Medanos College welcomed its first 2,700 students in September 1974 to the newly built Pittsburg Campus. We anticipate nearly 10,000 students choosing to attend classes next fall in our modernized Pittsburg Campus and the new LEED Gold Certified Brentwood Center.

LMC is committed to nurturing the talents of our students and employees. Their individual opportunities and challenges have served as springboards for our continued efforts to become the strongest college we can be.

Through robust partnerships with alumni, community partners, and industry leaders, we have ensured faculty and classified professionals are equipped to help students forge pathways that align with their goals, whether for high-paying, indemand jobs or earning credits toward a four-year degree.

Our first LMC President Jack Carhart once reflected on why we go beyond books and classrooms to offer students innovative learning experiences.

“We will offer all of this to you because we believe in your capacity, because you cannot otherwise live fully, and because our society cannot achieve its potential unless you achieve yours,” he said.

Informed by our past, we remain committed to our vision for the next 50 years. LMC is the place where you can dream big and make that dream reality.

Mensaje de Pamela Ralston, la Presidenta de Los Medanos College Este informe inaugural de la comunidad llega al cierre del año académico 2025, celebrando nuestro 50º aniversario.

Mientras celebramos cómo hemos crecido y servido al condado de East Contra Costa durante las últimas cinco décadas, mantenemos la mirada hacia el futuro, nuestro futuro.

Los Medanos College dio la bienvenida a sus primeros 2,700 estudiantes en septiembre de 1974 en el recién construido Campus de Pittsburg. Anticipamos que casi 10,000 estudiantes elegirán asistir a clases el próximo otoño en nuestro modernizado Campus de Pittsburg y en el nuevo Centro Brentwood, Certificado LEED Oro. LMC está comprometido a nutrir los talentos de nuestros estudiantes y empleados. Sus oportunidades y desafíos individuales han servido para motivar nuestros continuos esfuerzos por ser el colegio más fuerte que podamos ser.

A través de sólidas asociaciones con exalumnos, socios comunitarios y líderes de la industria, hemos asegurado que el profesorado y profesionales clasificados estén equipados para ayudar a los estudiantes a forjar caminos que se alineen con sus metas, ya sea para trabajos bien remunerados y de alta demanda o para obtener créditos hacia un título de cuatro años.

Nuestro primer presidente de LMC, Jack Carhart, una vez reflexionó sobre por qué vamos más allá de los libros y los salones para ofrecer a los estudiantes experiencias de aprendizaje innovadoras.

“Ofreceremos todo esto porque creemos en su capacidad, porque de otro modo no podrían vivir plenamente, y porque nuestra sociedad no puede alcanzar su potencial a menos que ustedes alcancen el suyo,” dijo.

Informados por nuestro pasado, seguimos comprometidos con nuestra visión para los próximos 50 años. LMC es el lugar donde se puede soñar en grande y hacer realidad ese sueño.

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Los Medanos College 2025 Community Report President Pamela Ralston, Ph.D. Leetha Robertson, Interim Foundation Manager Tara Sanders, Director of Los Medanos College Foundation

Table of Contents

Visit www.losmedanos.edu Message from the President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Contra Costa Community College District Governing Board John E. Márquez, Ward 1 Diana Honig, Ward 2 Rebecca Barrett, Ward 3 Andi Li, Ward 4 Fernando Sandoval, Ward 5 Halena Neyazi, Student Trustee Chancellor Mojdeh Mehdizadeh The Community Report is published annually by Los Medanos College, 2700 East Leland Road, Pittsburg, CA 94565. Questions about the publication can be directed to Los Medanos College Marketing and Media Design to marketing@losmedanos.edu.

It is the policy of the Contra Costa Community College District and Los Medanos College to provide an educational and employment environment in which no person shall be unlawfully subject to discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, race, color, medical condition, ancestry, marital status or physical or mental disability or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities.

Unlawful harassment, discrimination or denial of access to any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation or physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s education programs. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures and requests for the elevation and addition of sports may be directed to Los Medanos College Vice President of Student Services Tanisha Maxwell, who serves as Title IX officer and Section 504 ADA coordinator, at tmaxwell@losmedanos.edu, (925) 473-7321.

The Future is Ours (Mission, Vision and Values) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 About LMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Affordable. Accessible. Achievable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Early College Credit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Dual Enrollment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Concurrent Enrollment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Articulated Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 LMC Serves Hispanic-Serving Institution Grant History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 How We Serve Learning Communities and Special Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Graduate Spotlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Economic Value of Los Medanos College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Economic Impact Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Los Medanos College Budget. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Building Brighter Futures The Impact of the LMC Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Alumni Spotlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Donor Spotlight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Foundation Board and Donor Recognitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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The Future Is Ours Our Mission

Los Medanos College provides our community with equitable access to educational opportunities and support services that empower students to achieve their academic and career goals in a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Our Vision Los Medanos College will be a leader in providing innovative, dynamic, and equitable educational experiences, support services, and career opportunities that empower students and transform our community.

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About LMC

Los Medanos College opened in Pittsburg in 1974 to serve East Contra Costa County.

HEADCOUNT

Today, its service area includes Pittsburg, Antioch, Bay Point, Clayton, parts of

FALL 2023

Concord, Brentwood, Oakley, Knightsen, Bethel Island, Byron, and Discovery Bay. It is the third of three colleges within the Contra Costa Community College District (4CD).

Over the past 50 years, LMC program offerings have grown to over 90, and the college

Part-Time 5,320

cultural focal point for the community, and earned federal designations as an Hispanic-

SPRING 2024 Part-Time

legacy of leading, innovating and shaping a sustainable and equitable future for

4,964

generations to come.

2,924

Total: 8,404

has added the new state-of-the-art Brentwood Center. LMC has established itself as a Serving and Minority-Serving Institution. The college is focused on continuing this

Full-Time

Full-Time 2,526

Total: 7,675

• The Pittsburg Campus boasts 120 acres, a lake, advanced library, science, math and student union buildings.

• The Brentwood Center, which opened May 2022,

is nestled on 17.5 acres along the rolling hills of the City of Brentwood.

Home to Excellence

AWARDS 2023-2024

• LMC is an Aspen Institute College of Excellence ranked in the top 150 community colleges in the nation since 2017.

• LMC ranks in the top 2% of community and

junior colleges nationally on the Intelligent.com

Associate Degrees

927

Associate Degrees for Transfer

507

Credit Certificates of Achievement

764

list of Best Community Colleges for 2025.

• LMC ranks No. 12 among the Best Accredited Colleges in the country for associate degrees in mathematics, according to BestAccreditedColleges.org

CREDIT PROGRAMS OFFERED

Associate Degrees

28

Associate Degrees for Transfer

27

Credit Certificates of Achievement

31

Non-Credit Certificates of Competency

15

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Affordable. Accessible. Achievable.

LMC aims to remove financial barriers that hinder students from pursuing their dreams. At LMC, full-time students can attend tuition-free for up to two years. Students qualify for free tuition when they register in 12 or more credit units and complete a financial aid application. Students are not required to qualify for financial aid, demonstrate financial need or meet any income requirements. This tuition waiver is like a grant, meaning students do not need to repay the money.

Students are responsible for expenses such as books, supplies, and materials fees.

At LMC, more than 5,000 students received a tuition waiver in academic year 2022-2023. That year, LMC students received a combined total of more than $13 million in grant aid.

Types of financial aid:

• Tuition waivers • Grants • Federal work-study • Scholarships • Loans Students and families save time and money through early college credit LMC offers three early college credit options for students who are at least 14 years old and have graduated from the eighth grade.

• Take an LMC college class at your high school.

• Take a class on an LMC campus.

• Take a high school class that offers the option to earn college credit.

Dual Enrollment Dual enrollment college classes are taught by college faculty at the high school campus. They teach with the same rigor and content as regular college courses. Dual Enrollment classes are open to all students on that high school campus at no cost. These courses require the parent/guardian and the high school counselor to sign the registration forms. Dual enrollment offerings include more than 40 class sections at nine local high schools.

Concurrent Enrollment Concurrent enrollment allows high school students to take college classes. These classes require approval of the high school counselor and parent/guardian. Students can enroll in any course they wish, provided they meet pre-requisites.

These courses cost $1 per unit.

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Articulated Classes Articulated high school classes have been approved by college faculty and have curriculum comparable to college courses. Students who earn an A or B in the class and an A or a B on the class final exam earn college credit for their work. The grade that is earned on the class final is notated as “Credit by Exam” on the student’s college transcript like Advance Placement credit. More than 20 high school courses at 14 local high schools and adult education centers are articulated with LMC.

Dual Enrollment Sections Offered Number of Dual Enrollment Sections by Term 30

26 26 24 20

25 20 15

21

21 20

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

24

10 5 0

Fall 2024

Spring 2025

Dual Enrollment Students Number of Dual Enrollment Students by Term 600

536

500 400 300

414

200

414

536

306 306

100 0

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

Fall 2024

Dual and concurrent enrollment gives students an academic boost In 2024, students in dual enrollment had an 81% success in completing their college-level classes compared with 66% of students who took the same classes without being dually enrolled in high school. Similarly, the success rate for concurrently enrolled students in the same year was 80%, compared with the 70% success rate for students who took those same classes without being concurrently enrolled.

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LMC Serves

LMC serves a diverse and culturally vibrant community. This is who we are.

STUDENT ETHNICITY 2023-2024 Latine

45.2%

White

16.9%

Black/African American

11.3%

Multi-Race

10.5%

Asian

6.7%

Filipino

5.9%

Other/Undeclared

2.7%

Pacific Islander

0.7%

American Indian

0.2%

*Data source: Based on 2023-24 enrollment, 2024 Community Education Report

Hispanic-Serving and Minority-Serving Institution LMC has earned federal designations as a Hispanic-Serving (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI). HSIs are federally defined as accredited, degree-granting, public or private institutions of higher education with 25% or more total undergraduate Hispanic full-time equivalent student enrollment. HSI and MSI designations can provide LMC access to federal funding and resources to give students the social and educational skills needed to overcome racial discrimination and limited economic opportunities, as defined by the federal government.

LMC’s HSI Grant History 2005 – 2010

• $2.75 million Title V HSI Grant – Focus on ESL, Learning Communities, and Tutoring

2010 – 2015 (extended to 2016)

• $3.2 million Title V HSI Grant; “Exito” – Focus on College, Transfer, and Institutional Readiness

2011 – 2016

• $4.1 million Title III STEM Grant; “Transfer Velocidad” – Focus on Transfer, Physical Infrastructure, and Articulation

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A Focus On Serving While HSI and MSI institutions are defined by the numbers of students who identify as Hispanic or minority, LMC places a greater emphasis on the serving-oriented mission of the designation. Under the HSI and MSI designations, LMC serves students with an understanding that resources and programs for the most traditionally underserved students advance success for all students. The approach, which includes initiatives, services, guidance and resources for all students, has improved transfer rates and attainment of associate degrees and career and technical education completion.

LMC’s 3-year transfer rate has increased over the past 10 years. The gains in student equity and transfers to 4-year institutions as of 2021, have closed statistically significant equity gaps for race and ethnicity in the transfer rate. The college has built momentum and best practices to continue the upward trajectory over the next decade.

Sources: California State University Data Dashboard and University of California Information Center

Degree and Award Completion

2022-2023 Awards 2023-2024 Awards Associate Degrees: 610 Associate Degrees: 927 Associate Degrees for Transfer: 484

Associate Degrees for Transfer: 507

Credit Certificates of Achievement: 520 Certificates of Achievement: 764 Source: Los Medanos College office of Institutional Planning and Effectiveness and Contra Costa Community College enrollment census

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How We Serve

LMC’s commitment to student success is evident in its Learning Communities and special programs. These are cohortbased programs that offer experiences and support outside the classroom and are designed to help students meet or exceed their academic goals. Each offers:

• counseling and transfer support • special program-only sections of key courses • enrichment activities like field trips and guest speakers • free tutoring and academic support • opportunities for community involvement • guidance on financial aid and scholarship applications

Learning Communities

MESA (Math Engineering Science Achievement) This academic program is for under-represented students headed to transfer as calculus-based STEM majors.

Honors Program Honors Program students gain a competitive edge through enhanced academic experiences for scholarships and transfer to a four-year institution.

Transfer Academy This program helps students, especially the first in their families to attend college, navigate major/ career exploration and transition to a university.

Umoja Scholars Program Umoja Scholars Program fosters academic enrichment and experiences responsive to the legacy of African American and African Diaspora with a focus on first-generation college students.

Puente Program This bridge program provides academic counseling and mentoring with a focus on Latinx themes for students seeking transfer to four-year institutions.

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Special Programs Launch Program Launch Program serves LMC students who are 18 years of age or older enrolled in a high school diploma or GED program.

The tuition-free program works with adult education centers located in East Contra Costa County, and helps students advance from local education centers into the college learning environment as they pursue greater career and technical training or a degree or certificate from LMC.

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) EOPS, CARE, and NextUp, eligible students receive supplemental educational support, such as assistance with educational plans, personal counseling, peer support, academic progress support, and building effective academic networks. The program also provides grants and allowances for transportation, books, and supplies.

Basic Needs

• LMC Marketplace provides free supplemental groceries and personal care items.

• TimelyCare is a virtual telehealth tool for students that offers 24/7 care for mental health, medical services, basic needs and wellness resources as well as peer

support groups coordinated by experts. The service is free, no insurance required.

• LMC offers 16-week programs each semester for students and employees who

need child-care services through the Child Study Center at the Pittsburg Campus.

• Other resources at LMC include zero-cost textbooks and technology loan programs.

LMC Athletics LMC Athletics empowers student-athletes to succeed by providing a supportive and competitive environment that emphasizes integrity, teamwork, leadership, and perseverance.

LMC boasts a new state-of-the-art Kinesiology Athletics Complex. LMC sports include men's and women’s basketball, women’s volleyball and soccer, softball, baseball and football. LMC’s teams have a long tradition of success and have routinely won 3C2A Bay Valley Championships.

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Graduate Spotlights LMC Class of 2024 graduates share their perspectives on transferring to the UCs and CSUs.

Jose Maldonado Transfer to UC Berkeley

Business Administration Jose Maldonado chose Los Medanos College for the wide variety of courses and opportunities he could delve into. He credits his success in part to LMC’s many learning communities and resources, including EOPS, Honors Program, Transfer and Career Services, the office of Financial Aid, and in student clubs like Puente, Latinx, and Firme.

Wisdom he gained from LMC: “Remember, you’re never alone. Professors, family, and friends all want to see you succeed. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help - attend office hours, seek tutoring, and don’t fear failure.”

Emma Rivera

Transfer to Sacramento State University

Graphic Design Emma Rivera is the first in her family to attend college. As an undecided major when she first enrolled at LMC, Rivera felt lost. But she soon found her way through exploration and encouragement from her professors. She is the artist behind LMC’s newly adopted official seal.

“I was able to try different subjects and finally find a major that I was passionate about.

LMC is also much more affordable and forgiving than exploring majors at a university,” she said. “So, make the most of the awesome classes and teachers at LMC.”

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Antonio Moore

Transfer to San Francisco State University

Business Administration Antonio Moore started his journey at Los Medanos College with nine AP classes under his belt and a long-term mission to be head of operations at a major company. As the first in his family to graduate, he said LMC gave him the opportunity to tailor his college experience to his vision and goals through opportunities to participate in student government and clubs.

“I thrive in situations where I can see how things are going and streamline the process, problem solve and build relationships,” he said. “I’ve been able to do that here.”

Imara Jackson-Goudy Transfer to California State University, East Bay

Mathematics and Science, Psychology Associate Imara Jackson-Goudy is a two-time graduate of Los Medanos College. Her first graduation was in 2014 with degrees that set her up to earn a bachelor’s degree in education and become a teacher.

Her job was eliminated during the COVID-19 pandemic, and that’s when she decided to return to LMC to get layoff-proof skills. JacksonGoudy said she views her pursuit of higher education as a way of modeling success for the next generation. Her long-term plan is to pursue a doctoral degree where she can develop psychological policy for K-12 students to stem the “school to prison pipeline,” then return to LMC to teach.

“LMC changed my life,” Jackson-Goudy said. “More than anything, it was my Ethnic Studies class with Max Trujillo that crystalized how I can help make a change in education, especially for people of color.”

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Economic Value of Los Medanos College

Economic Impact Analysis Los Medanos College (LMC) contributes to the region’s economic health and vitality and has proven return on investment for students, taxpayers, and the community at large. According to Contra Costa Community College District economic impact analysis, LMC added $419.2 million in revenue to the East Contra Costa County* economy, about 3.2% of the total gross regional product (GRP), based on Fiscal Year 2022-2023 data. The full report, published in November 2024, is online at www.losmedanos.edu/aboutus/economicimpact.aspx.

Career and Technical Education At Los Medanos College, Career Technical Education (CTE) programs teach the job skills necessary to secure living-wage jobs in a competitive economy. LMC offers short-term certificates and associate degrees in 16 disciplines across the manufacturing, public service, communications, and business industries. On average, CTE students earned 54% more per hour than their pre-LMC jobs, well above the state average. ([1]) CTE students at Los Medanos College also excel at meeting the state’s Vision 2030 success goals. ([2]) [1] DataVista, 2022-2023, Strong Workforce Program Report – Median Change in Earnings [2] DataVista, 2022-2023, Single Metric Report - Non-Special Admit Students

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Reflects FY 2022-23 PUBLISHED

NOVEMBER

2O24

The Economic Value of Los Medanos College East Contra Costa County

About LMC

California

11,727

263 Non-credit

Credit students

947

Employees

students

Economic impact analysis

$334.8 million Added income

An economic boost similar to hosting the World Series 52x

Alumni impact

OR

3,336 Jobs supported

Impact of the increased earnings of LMC alumni and the businesses they work for

$60.7 million Added income Operations spending impact

Enough to buy

1,285 new cars OR

971 Jobs supported

80+14+6U 1 out of every 23

jobs in East Contra Costa County is supported by the activities of LMC and its students.

LMC total annual impact

Impact of annual payroll and other spending

$419.2 million

Added income

$23.7 million Added income Student spending impact Impact of the daily spending of LMC students attracted to or retained in the region

= 50 jobs

OR

Enough to buy 1,619 families* a year’s worth of groceries OR

4,637

Jobs supported

329 Jobs supported

* = family of four

Investment analysis Average earnings by education level at career midpoint $30,500 $38,700 $42,900 $49,200

41+525766+100

< High school High school

Certificate Associate

$74,800

Bachelor's

For every $1…

The average associate degree graduate from LMC will see an increase in earnings of $10,500 each year compared to someone with a high school diploma working in California.

$11.50

Students gain in lifetime earnings

$2.10

Taxpayers gain in added tax revenue and public sector savings

$16.40

Society gains in added income and social savings

Sources: Lightcast Economic Impact Study; https://www.bizjournals.com/washington/news/2019/10/16/nats-could-face-yankees-or-astros-in-world-series.html; https://www.coxautoinc.com/market-insights/kbb-atp-february-2024/; https://fns-prod.azureedge.us/sites/default/files/resource-files/ Cost_Of_Food_Low_Moderate_Liberal_Food_Plans_February_2024.pdf

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Los Medanos College Budget Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Contra Costa Community College District adopted a Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget of $54 million for Los Medanos College, based on state funding as defined by the Student-Centered Funding Formula (SCFF).

The funding formula supports colleges as follows:

• 70% enrollment-based funding, • 20% student equity by targeting funds to districts serving low-income students, and • 10% student success by providing districts with additional resources for student’s successful outcomes.

LMC’s budget anticipates serving an enrollment target of about 8,000 full-time equivalent students (FTES) and about 1,000 employees, including part-time and student workers.

Annual revenue for the current year is about 54,593,497. The current budget of $54,639,161 is about .6% greater than the prior year, the result of cost of living increases to the base allocation.

LMC Resident Funded FTES* Target remains 7,951 (8,051 Total including non-resident)

• LMC 2023-24 Actual Total FTES was 6,918 (approximately 87% of target) • LMC FTES: 26.78% of District

*Full-time equivalent students

LMC Salaries and Benefits represent:

• 94.42% of expenditures in Adoption Budget 2024-25 • LMC 50% Law Calculation for 2023-24, 53.53% (Instructional Faculty Salaries and Benefits)

Supplies and Ongoing Operations

• 5.58% of expenses

LMC ADOPTION BUDGET 2024-2025 Classified salaries, 20.2%

Classified benefits, 11.4% Certificated benefits, 15.1% Supplies, 1.3% Other operating, 3.9% Capital purchases, 0.1% Interfund transfers out, 0.3% Certificated salaries, 47.3%

4CD Adoption Budget Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Sept. 11, 2024

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Continegencies, 0.4%

Building Brighter Futures Impact of the LMC Foundation The LMC Foundation, a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit affiliate of the college, is dedicated to ensuring that every student can succeed, regardless of financial barriers. Through scholarships, emergency assistance, and program funding, we support students in their academic journeys and help them achieve their goals. We believe that education is the foundation for stronger communities, thriving careers, and brighter futures.

Making a Difference in Our Community Over the past year, the Foundation provided vital support to hundreds of students, enabling them to stay in school, complete their programs, and move toward rewarding careers. Many of our students juggle multiple responsibilities – working while attending classes, supporting families, or being the first in their families to pursue higher education. For them, even a small financial setback can mean the difference between staying in school and delaying their dreams.

The Foundation this year provided 91 scholarships with help from our generous donor community. Donor contributions also help students facing unexpected hardships, and help fund innovative programs that prepare students for joining today’s workforce. This support helps graduates go on to contribute to the local economy, support their families, and inspire future generations to pursue their own educational goals.

Calling Our Alumni: Get Involved and Give Back We invite our alumni to be part of this incredible journey. If you are a graduate of Los Medanos College, you know firsthand the impact that education can have on your life. Now, you can strengthen the college’s legacy and help others experience that same success. Here’s how:

• Mentorship – Share your knowledge and experience by mentoring students and providing guidance as they navigate their academic and career paths.

• Scholarship Support – Contribute to scholarship funds that support students in need. Even small donations make a big difference.

• Volunteering – Give your time at career fairs or community outreach events that benefit students and the college.

• Networking Opportunities – Connect with fellow alumni and students through special events, professional panels, and industry partnerships.

Join Us in Making a Difference Together, we can build a stronger, more connected community – one student at a time. Whether you choose to donate, volunteer, or simply share your story, your contribution matters.

Take that first step and visit www.losmedanos.edu/alumni or contact the LMC Foundation at 925-473-7315.

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Alumni Spotlights Marc Magarin

President and CEO of Nevatio Engineering Inc. Engineering, Class of 2016 Academics had not been Marc Magarin’s strong suit, but he had a passion for engineering and took engineering pathway classes in high school. Knowing he did not have the GPA to head to a four-year university right after high school, he opted for Los Medanos College.

He excelled in his engineering courses and formed an engineering club with like-minded students whose work and collaboration would earn them a trip to Houston to work on experimental designs for NASA.

“LMC is where I got exposure to how things are done industrially,” Magarin said. “That was a big deal for me – developing skills as a teammate, coordinating with people and representing the school.” The trip, he said, was part of a competition where LMC engineering students went up against 25 other teams from institutions across the country, including Virginia Tech, Purdue University, University of California San Diego, and Cornell University.

“Ours was one of the few designs that actually worked!” he said. Magarin attributed his success in large part to LMC professors and small class sizes where he received one-on-one instruction and guidance. “At LMC you get what you need.

You can explore more avenues and grow as a person before you go out in the world.”

Magarin transferred from LMC to the University of Nevada, Reno, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in engineering and promptly launched his company, Nevatio Engineering Inc. His company designs automation equipment, robotics, and specialized power tools for manufacturing at industrial scale.

Dave Haynes, Jr.

Contra Costa County firefighter Fire Academy, Class of 2017 The path to Los Medanos College for Dave Haynes, Jr., was not immediately clear as he explored his future. But he credits the experience for his success as a firefighter with Contra Costa County, and his continued involvement in the future of the profession as a part-time instructor with the LMC Fire Academy.

He graduated from El Cerrito High School and attended Diablo Valley College, initially exploring the field of criminal justice. He then turned to Contra Costa College for EMT training. But he felt the need for further exploration. He then found the LMC Fire Academy, where, as he puts it: It all came together.

The academy relies on experienced instructional staff. Many are alumni, and most work in professional fire departments across the Bay Area and Contra Costa County.

“Having the foundational skills and knowledge from the LMC college academy prior to stepping into the paid fire department helped me more than anything,” Haynes said. “I was already familiar with their way of doing things with the equipment (the county) uses. I was ready.”

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Larena Baldazo

Contra Costa County web producer, children’s book author Journalism, Class of 2013 Larena Baldazo became a new mom shortly after graduating high school and chose Los Medanos College on the recommendation from the principal at her high school. She met with LMC counselors and was steered toward the journalism program because of her interest in writing and experience giving her high school graduation speech as valedictorian.

“We included journalism classes in my education plan, and I couldn’t imagine my life had we not done so,” Baldazo said. Her journalism instructor Cindy McGrath was the most memorable part of her experience. McGrath, she said, gave her grace as she juggled family responsibilities with college life, and encouragement to compete and participate in state journalism conferences.

“The conferences would help boost my confidence as a young journalist, and help me to make connections along the way,” Baldazo said.

After LMC, she graduated from John F. Kennedy University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. She went on to work in broadcast news, as a public information officer for a community college and most recently as web producer for Contra Costa County, and is a children’s book author.

“The people I worked with at LMC really cared about my success, and helped me move forward,” she said.

Donor Spotlight TEACH Club and Trilogy at the Vineyards At Los Medanos College (LMC) Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of generosity in action and communitydriven philanthropy.

Among our strongest partnerships is the TEACH Club and residents of Trilogy at the Vineyards in Brentwood.

When LMC announced plans for a campus in Brentwood, a group of dedicated and energetic retirees from Trilogy saw an opportunity to support the students who would walk through its doors. In 2016, they formed TEACH at the Vineyard, an organization driven by the mission of their name: Together, Educating, Advocating, Coaching, Helping.

TEACH has raised over $250,000 for LMC students.

These funds provide emergency financial assistance to students facing unforeseen hardships, allowing them to continue their education rather than drop out due to financial constraints. Their contributions help supply innovative materials for educational programs at LMC. TEACH involvement in mentorship programs fosters connections between professionals and students eager to learn.

LMC Foundation is deeply grateful for the support of TEACH and the Trilogy community. Their spirit of giving has created a legacy that will uplift generations of students. Partnerships like these remind us of the boundless power of collective generosity and community.

Thank you, TEACH and Trilogy at the Vineyards, for championing education and for investing in the future of LMC students!

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Los Medanos College Foundation Board Building Futures, Changing Lives

Beverly Bell, Educator Jordan Davis, City of Pittsburg - Dir. of Community & Economic Dev., Vice Chair Mona FosterWhite, Law Office of Mona M. FosterWhite - Attorney, Foundation Chair Dan Hanel - Author, Retired Educator Bob Jones, Collins, Mason & Company - CPA CGMA, Treasurer Mike McGill, MMS Design Associates - LAFCO Commissioner, Past Chair Tammy Papazian, Business Executive Dr. Pamela Ralston, Los Medanos College - President Leetha Roberston, Interim Foundation Manager Tara Sanders, Los Medanos College - Director of LMC Foundation Kim Wentworth, Los Medanos College - Electronic Resources Librarian, Secretary Sheri Woltz, Los Medanos College - Administrative Assistant Buildings & Grounds

Thanks to our donors and supporters!

A’kilah Smith Aaron Nakaji Alexis Ramirez Amber Austin Andrea Henson Angela Fantuzzi Angela Joslin Ann Starkie Anthony Alessi Anthony Hailey Anthony Scoggins Arthur Davis Arthur Rangel Ashley Franklin & Sara Bellafronte Ashley Leatham B.A.C. Local 3 CaliforniaAFL/CIO Barbara Lynch Barbara Stevenson BethAnn Stone Betheny Jordan Better World Books Beverly Bui Bob Kratochvil Bobbi Mauler Boe Mendewala Brenda Maya Briana McCarthy Caitlin Mitchell California Humanities Carl Chiu 19 | Community Report 2025

Carlos Montoya Carol Hosmer Catherine Fonseca Catherine Joy Wood Cesar A Reyes Chloe Beck Christa Leach Christina Goff Christine Chin & Family Christine Herrick Christine Kromer Christopher Carey Christopher Long Clifford Essig Connie Konsavage Conrad and Jo Ann Cookman Corazon DePaul Courtney Sant Cynthia Beck Dagmar Jimenez Dan & Carol Henry Dave Nakaji David Belman David McCully & Nancy Bachmann David Valencia Dayton Roth Holdings LLC Deanna Ontiveros Deborah Baskin Dennis Franco Dezi Pina Diana Becton

Diana Rojek-Skonnord Diane Gibson-Gray Diann Cacciaroni Donna Fenstermaker East Bay Community Foundation East Bay Municipat Utility District Edgar Ortiz Edith Tidrick Eileen Valenzuela Elisa McCutcheon Elisa Molina Elizabeth Esparza Elizabeth Manfredi Emmalee Muserelli Enrifelia Feng Eric Heiden Eric Moss Eric Sanchez Erica Johnson Erika Messenger Erika Sant Erlinda Jones Esperanza Nauss European Studies Assn.

Eva Padilla Faith Hanna Fernando Sandoval Florence Espiritu Fnu Sapna Fran Bowman

Gabrielle Grandchamp George Mills George Olgin Gina Johansson Heidi Retzer Huong Nguyen I.B.E.W Local Union No. 302 Ileanna Garcia Imelda Lares Irma Gregory J.E. Walters Consulting James Jones Jamila Stewart Janice Townsend Jarrod Holcombe Jayden Hawkins Jeffrey W. Benford Jenifer Fay Jennifer Garcia Jerika Shields Jinpa Tharchin Joan Riley Joanna Hernandez John Marsh Historic Trust, Inc. John Muir/Mt. Diablo Community Health Fund John Schall Jordan & Lynn Price Josephine Perry Juanita Alexander Juliana Curtis Julie Hubbard

... and more thanks!

Juliet Casey-Geary Julio Guerrero-Gonzalez Justin Nogarr K A Stevenson K2 Pure Solutions LP Kaiser Permanente Katie Berryhill Keanee Chu Kelly Schelin Kimberly Amaya Kolette Simolton Lauren Kovaleff Laurie C. Huffman Leah Lazzeretti Leila Swisher LEO Philanthropy Lesley Agostino Letta Green Linda C. Collins Lindsay Litowitz Lisa Custodio Lisa McFarland LMC Associated Students LMC Classified Senate LMC Student Org Club Lois Yamakoshi Lori and Brian Green Lucia Garces Lucy Snow Maddox Ireland Marcia Nabas Marco Godinez Margaret Kenrick Maria (Esper) Hagberg Maria Perrone Marilyn Craft Markel Isham Marsh Landing LLC Marsha Brown Martha Berthelsen Martin & Alice Bauman

Mary C. Figliulo Matt Foehr & Jane Beatty Maureen Willhoite Michael & Xochi Birch Michael and Jennifer Blair Michael Kean Michael Sierra Michael Simpson Michael Sperling Michelle Mack Miguel deSantiago Mika Mobley Mike Schneider Mildred Mann Milton & Susan Burleson Mindy Capes Mojdeh Mehdizadeh Nadiya Korkuna Nancy Peters Nanette Wellman Natalie Hannum Nicholas Nabas Nicole Almassey Nicole Pharr Nicole Sanchez-Gargalikis Nicole Trager Nicole Westbrook Pacific Community Services, Inc. Paola Medina Patrice Moore Patricia Bias Patrick & Michelle McQuaid Penny Wilkins Peter Garcia Peter Myers Phat X and Sarah V Nguyen Phillip W Huelson and Helen A Hodack Pittsburg Women’s Community League

Rachel Anicetti Raymond & Gilda Coussa Rebecca Barrett Reginald Lemay Rhodora Herrera Richard & Graciela Villegas Richard Stanfield Rikki Hall Robert Estrada Robin Scheier Roger & Mildred Mann Rosa Armendariz Rose Orpilla Roseann Erwin Rudolf Ryan Rose Ruth Goodin Ryan Hiscocks Ryan Pedersen Sandhya Bhatnagar Sandra Bellafronte Sandra Mills Sandra Parsons Sandra Petrini Sara Maza Sevilla Sarah Ryan Scott Cabral Scott Heiden Shanell Preston Scales Shared Energy Future Foundation Sharlice Wright Sharon Paz Sharon Peterson Shaw Matthews Sherri Livingston Shiela Rodolfo Shwe Yee Thinn Sofia Martinez Sophia Ramirez Star Steers Stephanie Baskin

Stephen Faletti Susan Lamb Susie Hansen Sylvia Benzler Sylvia Fierro Tamara Green Tammy Oranje Tanisha Johnson Maxwell Tara Sanders Tatiana Pak Tawny Beal Ted Nicholson Teresa Ferguson Teresea A. Archaga Thais Kishi The Clorox Company The David and Joann Hobbs Trust The Kennedy-King Memorial Theodora Adkins Theodore Johnson Tiffany Morgan Todd Graveson Toran Hansen Trilogy at the Vineyards Veterans Association Trilogy TEACH Club Trine Gallegos Tselane Caldwell Victor & Stephanie Leung Wells Fargo Wendy Aliotti Wesley Spomer Western State Petroleum Association William Bankhead William J. Michaely and Jancy Rickman Wow At The Vineyards Yongmin Zhu

Support the LMC Foundation Building Futures, Changing Lives The LMC Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation.

Gifts to the foundation are tax deductible to the extent provided by law.

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• Los Medanos College since 2017 ranks

• Los Medanos College ranked No. 12 among among the top 150 U.S. community colleges, the Best Accredited Colleges for Associate according to the Aspen Institute’s signature Degrees in Mathematics in the U.S., according recognition of high achievement and to BestAccreditedColleges.org. performance in America’s community colleges. • Los Medanos College is home to the largest

• Top quality programs in Science,

Technology, Engineering and Math, including undergraduate research opportunities.

• Los Medanos College ranks in the top 2% of

community and junior colleges in the nation for 2025, according to Intelligent.com, a widely recognized source of higher education rankings and research.

Pittsburg Campus 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg, CA 94565 (925) 439-2181

MESA program in the state of California. The program focuses on Math, Engineering and Science Achievement.

• Learning communities: Students can

participate in supportive communities of similarly focused peers and talented, inspiring faculty.

• Free tuition: Full-time students can receive tuition.

• Effective Transfer and Career services

prepare students to enter four-year institutions and/or launch careers in technical fields from health care to industrial trades.

Brentwood Center 1351 Pioneer Square Brentwood, CA 94513 (925) 513-1625

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See what Los Medanos College has to offer: • Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to racial equity and social justice in a diverse and engaging learning environment.

• Free Tuition

Full-time students can receive free tuition.

• Convenience

Find classes to fit a busy schedule.

• Career & Major Preparation

• Excellent Teachers

• Transfer Path

• Great Support Services

Choose from a variety of career paths or major programs.

Transfer to a four-year institution.

• Student Life

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Study with faculty who care about teaching and student learning.

We are here to help you achieve your educational goals.

• Small Classes

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Pittsburg Campus 2700 East Leland Road Pittsburg, CA 94565 (925) 439-2181

Brentwood Center 1351 Pioneer Square Brentwood, CA 94513 (925) 513-1625