President's Fund

President's Message

The past five years have seen many changes for Reedley College. The COVID pandemic increased our expertise and utilization of online programs and services, resulting in students now demanding more high-quality distance education and hybrid courses. The number and methods of offering early college courses and programs have also increased in importance, from dual enrollment during the high school day to high school enrichment offered online and face-to-face on the college campus after 3 pm. California’s implementation of the K-16 Initiative has also enhanced Reedley College’s partnerships with both high schools and universities to change the trajectory and increase opportunities for students to achieve baccalaureate degrees. Partnerships in manufacturing, agriculture and forestry are also facilitating greater completion of certificates and degrees, raising the overall educational attainment and economic potential of communities within our region.

As we look ahead to modernizing our campus using the Vision 2035 Facilities Master Plan that will improve and expand instructional space to meet growing enrollment projections, as well as addressing additional distance education technology needs that will assist with transportation barriers through our Education Master Plan, there is still plenty of work to be done to assist our students today. Basic needs services, such as the Tiger Pantry, Clyde’s Closet (clothing) and health services are being utilized more than ever before. These young men and women are also part of one of the largest enrollment growth spurts in the history of our campus, which further indicates our need to expand those resources immediately and consistently.

Your financial contribution towards the President’s Fund will help create scholarship, career, and travel opportunities, as well as basic needs resources for our students. Join us in fulfilling our mission of providing the necessary tools to create successful outcomes for every student now and for generations to come. Thank you for your consideration.