College Leadership
Acting President
Newin Orante, Ed.D. | President's Office
Newin Orante holds a Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from San Francisco State University, and a Master of Public Administration with an emphasis on Organizational Change from California State University, East Bay.
Vice President, Administrative Services
Joe Morello, M.A. | Office of VPA
Joe Morello holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education from the University of San Francisco and a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from the University of San Francisco.
Acting Vice President, Student Services
Luis Escobar, Ed.D. | Office of VPSS
Luis Escobar earned an associate degree from Contra Costa College, a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Master of Science in Counseling, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from San Francisco State University.
Vice President, Instruction
Vinicio Lopez, Ed.D | Office of VPI
Vinicio Lopez attended the San Diego Community College District before transferring to the University of California, San Diego. He later completed a Master of Arts, Education Degree and Doctor of Education Degree in Educational Leadership, Administration, and Policy from Pepperdine University.
Executive Director, The Equity Institute
Vacant
Dean, Planning, Research, Innovation and Effectiveness
Ingrid Vargas, M.A. | PRIE Office
Ingrid Vargas is originally from New York City, where she completed her B.A. in Political Science at Queens College. She holds a Master’s Degree in International Economics from The Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS).
Director, Community Relations and Marketing
Cherie Colin, M.S. | Office of MCPR
Cherie Colin holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations from Columbia College Chicago and a Master of Science in Marketing Communications from Franklin University.
Dean, Academic Support & Learning Technologies Division
Torria Davis, Ph.D. | ASLT Division Website
Dr. Torria Davis holds a Ph.D. in Education with an emphasis in Urban Educational Leadership from Claremont Graduate University, a Master of Arts in School Administration and a Master of Science in School Counseling and Guidance from California Lutheran University, and a Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
Dean, Business, Education, and Professional Programs Division
Michael Kane | Business, Education, and Professional Programs Division Website
Michael holds his B.A. in Secondary Education and B.S. in Biology at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh, and completed his M.S. in Applied Ecology at Eastern Kentucky University.
Acting Dean, Counseling, Advising and Matriculation
Ellen Murray, Ed.D. | Counseling, Advising and Matriculation Division Website
Ellen holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Theory, Anthropology, and Liberal Studies from New York University, a Master of Science (M.S.) in Urban Affairs - Urban Policy Specialization from City University of New York-Hunter College, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Equity from San Francisco State University
Dean, Enrollment Services
Will Minnich, Ed.M, M.B.A | Admissions & Records, Financial Aid
Will Minnich holds a Master's Degree in Higher Education and Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences from the State University of New York at Buffalo. He also holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.
Interim Dean, Global Learning Programs and Services Division
Zaid Ghori, M.P.A | Global Learning Programs and Services Division Website
Zaid Ghori holds a M.P.A. from California Baptist University and a B.S. in Business Economics from the State University of New York at Oneonta. Zaid is currently a Ph.D. Candidate at Indiana State University.
Dean, Kinesiology, Athletics and Dance Division
Dino Nomicos, M.A. | Kinesiology, Athletics, and Dance Division Website
Dino Nomicos holds a Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education from the University of San Francisco and a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from the University of San Francisco.
Dean, Language Arts Division
Acting Dean, Social Science/Creative Arts Division
Christopher Gibson M.A. | Language Arts Website | Social Science / Creative Arts Website
Christopher Gibson holds a Master of Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in English and American Literature from the University of Texas, El Paso. His master’s thesis focused on the role of literature and music as tools of resistance.
Dean, Science, Math, Engineering, Technology Division
Jessica Hurless, M.A. | STEM Division Website
Jessica Hurless holds a Master of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Communication from the University of Wyoming, and an Associate of Arts in Human Communication from Casper College.
Interim Dean, Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Development
Lauren Ford, Ed.D. | Strategic Partnerships & Workforce Development Division Website
Lauren Ford holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Xavier University (Ohio) and a Master of Education in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs from University of Southern California. She recently earned her doctorate from San Francisco State University’s Educational Leadership program.
Dean, Student Equity and Support Programs
Cheryl Johnson, Psy.D. | Student Equity and Support Division Website
Cheryl Johnson received her Psy.D. from the Wright Institute in Berkeley, CA and her M.S. in Human Resource Development from Troy State University in Dothan, AL.
Management Council Co-Chair
Alvin Macaldo-Gubatina, M.A. | Management Council
Alvin Macaldo-Gubatina is an Ed.D. candidate at San Francisco State University. He holds an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco and B.A. in Communication Studies from San Francisco State.
Management Council Co-Chair
Lauren Ford, Ed.D. | Management Council
Lauren Ford holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Xavier University (Ohio) and a Master of Education in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs from University of Southern California. She recently earned her doctorate from San Francisco State University’s Educational Leadership program.
Academic Senate President
Cassidy Ryan-White, M.A. | Academic Senate
Cassidy Ryan-White holds a Bachelor of Science in Career and Technical Education from Buffalo State University and a Master of Arts in Educational/Instructional Technology from San Francisco State University.
Academic Senate Vice President
Bianca Rowden‑Quince, Ed.D. | Academic Senate
Dr. Bianca Rowden-Quince holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with emphasis in Language and Discourse from California State University Hayward (now known as Cal State East Bay). She also holds a Master of Arts in Education with emphasis in Instructional Design and Technology from San Francisco State University and a Doctorate in Education in Learning and Instruction from the University of San Francisco.
Classified Senate President
Jose Milan | Classified Senate
Jose Milan holds an Associate in Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Skyline College and a Bachelor of Arts In Latinos and Latinas Studies from San Francisco State University.
Classified Senate Vice President
Nadia Tariq | Classified Senate
Nadia Tariq holds an Associate in Science in Web Development from Skyline College and a Pharmacy Technician from Boston Reed College. She is currently enrolled at San Francisco State University to complete her Bachelor’s degree.
ASSC President
Irah Tancioco | ASSC
Irah Vanelle Tancioco is a student at Skyline College, currently studying Sociology and Social Justice Studies and planning to transfer and continue working to build community rooted in social justice.
ASSC Vice President
Gerson Fernandez | ASSC
Gerson Fernandez is a student at Skyline College, currently studying Anthropology and planning to transfer and pursue a degree in Cultural Anthropology.