Gavilan College Committees
The Academic Senate Committee represents faculty in the college’s shared governance structure and serves as the primary voice of faculty in shaping academic policy and educational quality.
Constituent Groups
The Banner Steering Committee oversees the strategic use and development of the Banner system to support institutional goals.
The Care Team coordinates early intervention and support for students who may be facing personal, emotional, behavioral, or academic challenges.
The College Council Committee serves as a central advisory and governance body that reviews and makes recommendations on college-wide policies, planning, and initiatives.
The Communications Council oversees and guides the college’s internal and external communication strategies.
The Counseling Department Committee focuses on the development, delivery, and evaluation of counseling services that support student success, including academic advising, career planning, and personal counseling.
The Deans Council provides leadership and coordination among academic divisions by discussing policies, priorities and institutional planning.
The Department Chairs Council facilitates communication and collaboration among academic department chairs and resource needs.
The Distance Education Committee oversees the development, quality, and delivery of online and hybrid courses and programs.
The District Technology Committee provides strategic guidance and coordination for technology planning, implementation, and support across the district.
The Emergency Operations Committee coordinates planning, preparedness, and response efforts for campus emergencies and disasters.
The Equal Employment Opportunity Committee promotes fair hiring practices and employment opportunities
The Executive Cabinet Committee consists of senior college leaders who coordinate high-level planning, policy development, and operational decisions.
The Extended Cabinet Committee brings together a broader group of campus leaders, including deans, directors, and managers, to discuss institutional priorities and share information.
The Facilities/Grounds/Health and Safety Committee reviews and advises on matters related to campus facilities, maintenance, landscaping, and overall environmental health and safety.
The Guided Pathways Committee leads efforts to design and implement clear, structured academic pathways that support student completion and success.
The Hollister Schedule Planning Committee coordinates the development of course schedules for the Hollister campus to ensure they meet student needs.
The Management Council Committee provides a forum for administrators and managers to discuss institutional priorities and share operational updates.
The Onboarding Committee focuses on creating a welcoming and supportive experience for new students. Its goal is to help students start strong and stay on track toward their academic goals.
The Program Integrated Planning and Review, Resource Allocation Process Committee oversees the evaluation and planning of instructional and non-instructional programs.
Program Integrated Planning and Review, Resource Allocation Process Committee
The Student Services Council provides leadership and coordination for student support programs and services.
The Student Services Leads Committee brings together leaders from various student support areas to coordinate services and share updates.
The Universal Access Taskforce Committee works to ensure that all campus environments, technologies, and services are accessible to individuals of all abilities.
The Web Committee oversees the design, content, functionality, and accessibility of the college website.