The ALI is geared toward community college vice-chancellors,
vice presidents, other cabinet-level administrators and senior
education leaders with at least two years of experience in a
high-level administrative role. Candidates should bring a growth
orientation, be equity-oriented, student-centered, and interested
in disrupting structural barriers (processes, practices, and
mindsets). While the ALI is aimed at future leaders of the
California Community Colleges and will thus primarily draw its
cohorts from those now working in higher education in California,
we will consider strong candidates from out of state or out of
system who are looking to transition to a CEO role in
California.
Selection Process
A cohort of 20-25 aspiring leaders will be
selected based on their breadth of experience, geographic
and institutional representation, diversity of backgrounds and
roles, and application materials.
Application Window for 2026
The application window for 2026 is now closed. Applications
for 2027 will open in the fall 2026.
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Questions?
Please contact Jacqui Zuniga-Dunkin |
JZunigaDunkin@ucdavis.edu
