On behalf of the Board of Trustees, faculty, and staff, I welcome you to a new academic year at Citrus College!
Whether you are beginning your college education or returning to complete your educational goals, you are at the right college at the right time!
There are many reasons why you can be proud to be a Citrus College student. Citrus College is consistently recognized as one of the top 100 community colleges in the nation for degree and certificate completion.
Citrus College also ranks among the top 50 community colleges with the highest degree and certificate completion rates among Hispanic students.
Earlier this year, the college received a six-year reaffirmation of accreditation from the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges, Western Association of Schools and Colleges, which validated the college's effectiveness and quality as an institution.
In addition, the Cosmetology Department was named to President Obama's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for their commitment to volunteerism, and G.I. Jobs magazine selected Citrus College as a "Military Friendly School" in recognition of our innovative and effective veterans support programs.
As a Citrus College student, you are joining a talented and accomplished student body that has received local, state and national honors and academic achievement leading to transfer to some of the best universities in the nation.
Our mission, vision and values are centered on student success, and our students continue to impress us and make us proud!
I encourage you to connect with our dedicated faculty and staff who implement our outstanding academic programs and student support services.
Once again, welcome to Citrus College. We wish you a productive and successful year!
Sincerely,
Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D.
Superintendent/President
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