Innovation Happens Here
Join us for a day of highlighting change and innovation in our community.
The inaugural Innovation Happens Here event was held on November 5, 2020. Learn more about the 2020 event, then check back here for future Innovation Happens Here developments!
At Cosumnes River College (CRC), we believe our students deserve a college where they are empowered to improve the cultural, social economic, and environmental health of our communities. To do so, CRC is working on transforming the college experience by simplifying processes and providing students with the support they need. CRC is at the forefront of change and innovation to address the educational and workforce development needs of our community. As part of the efforts we have undertaken to increase completion rates, remove barriers, and provide more support to our students, CRC is hosting our first “Innovation Happens Here” day at CRC. Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente.
Innovation and Change Paradigm at Los Rios
The Los Rios Community College District is at the forefront of change. Hear about CRC’s Change Paradigm, Innovation at Los Rios, and research partnerships in the community.
We Won’t Fall Campaign: CRC’s Response to Institutional Racism and COVID-19
Presented by President Ed Bush, the “We Won’t Fall” campaign reaffirms our commitment to eliminate systemic racism and advance racial equity at CRC.
Programmatic Innovation at CRC
Join President Ed Bush as he discusses Guided Pathways, Opt-Out Schedules, and the First-Year Experience Programs.
Workforce Development featuring Tiny House Village and Solar Installer Program
Discuss the importance of educating a strong workforce to meet today’s demands for skilled workers in construction, architecture, and the solar industries.
Hawk Cares Program: Addressing Students' Basic Needs
The Hawk Cares Program provides wrap around safety-net services for students facing food or housing insecurity and other serious obstacles to the achievement of their academic goals.
Dr. Edward C. Bush
President, Cosumnes River College
Dr. Brian King
Chancellor, Los Rios Community College District
Ryan Connally
BPI Certified Building Analyst, Envelope Professional, & Proctor CGBP, Advanced I & II
Professor - Construction Technology, Department Chair, Cosumnes River College
Susanna Cooper
Managing Director, Wheelhouse
Jason Ellis, AIA | LEED AP
Professor, Architecture Department, Cosumnes River College
Tadael Emiru
Associate Vice President of Equity, Institutional Effectiveness and Innovation
Yolanda Garcia
Dean, Student Services and Enrollment Management
Steve Geiger
Solar Installation Training Officer, Technical Academy Manager, GRID Alternatives
Dr. Kimberley Harrell
Associate Vice President, Economic & Workforce Development, Cosumnes River College
Kate Hutchinson
Executive Director, Lutheran Social Services
Paul Meinz
Information Technology Business/Tech Analyst
Dr. Claire Oliveros
Vice President, Student Services & Enrollment Management, Cosumnes River College
Hong Pham
Interim Dean, Counseling and Student Services
Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente
