In addition, our portion of African American students at De Anza is the same as in the county, about 4 to 5 percent. We need to choose key statistics carefully, continue to ask questions about them, and refine our programs and services accordingly. I think we need to keep a steady eye on key indicators and continually improve our performance in ways that faculty and staff find both innovative and appropriate. Lastly, Lucas believes that research provides the college with important information that enhances the decision-making process, for instance that statistics help educators determine if something needs to be improved or left alone. De Anza's benchmarks help us to meet those expectations and those strategic goals that we've spelled out for ourselves.
Technology empowers their students and fosters the collaboration process.
The instructors hope to have resources in place so this staff development course may be offered again in the near future. Members of the President's Cabinet will discuss their role in the implementation of those priorities. For meeting details, call Jane Enright at ext. Provost Sharon Miller, who sits on the center's international board, reports that the research team will conduct a series of prearranged, confidential interviews with a cross section of individuals and campus groups. They will also observe the institution and meet informally with faculty, staff and students.