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Julianna Barnes, Cuyamaca College's new president |
Barnes was
selected following a nationwide search, and was one of three finalists invited
to participate in public forums at the Rancho San Diego campus. She emerged as
the top choice for president following interviews with district leaders and the
Governing Board.
“The people at
Cuyamaca College have a unique combination of heart and innovation,” Barnes
said. “The faculty and staff at Cuyamaca are student-centered, and they love
what they do. I’m looking forward to building on the partnerships that Cuyamaca
College already has with the community, industry and other educators.”
Cindy L. Miles,
chancellor of the Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District, said Barnes’
passion and leadership skills stood out in her qualifications to lead the Rancho
San Diego college, which has about 9,000 students. This will be a homecoming of
sorts for Barnes, who served as vice president of student services at Cuyamaca
College before taking the job at San Diego Mesa College in February 2013.
“I’m delighted to
have Dr. Barnes back in our district,” Miles said. “She has amazing enthusiasm
for helping students succeed and for collaborating with faculty and staff to
ensure that students get the best education possible. Not to mention her competence
and creativity. She has the perfect blend of head and heart!”