Dear Roadrunners,

 

Welcome back! The fall semester is underway, and it’s great to have our students and employees back on campus. We are starting the semester with more than 8,000 students enrolled, an increase of approximately 5% over last fall.

 

Thank you to everyone who contributed to our outreach, enrollment, and student support efforts leading up to the start of the semester.

 

Students have even more options at Crafton this year with several new degrees and certificates, including programs in Vocational Nursing, Environmental Science, Elementary Teacher Education, Social Justice Studies, Law, Public Policy and Society, and Transitional Kindergarten Teacher Education.

 

Our first Vocational Nursing cohort is also underway, adding another important healthcare pathway for our students and helping meet workforce needs in our region.

 

The Crafton Hills College Foundation’s annual fundraiser will be held Wednesday, September 23, in the campus quad. This year’s event will be a casual, Latin-inspired evening with food, live and silent auctions, and opportunities to support Crafton students. Employee tickets are available at a discounted rate through September 13. I hope you’ll join us.

 

There is a lot happening on campus this fall, and I encourage you to participate in the events and activities taking place throughout the semester.

 

Thank you for everything you do to support our students and our college. I look forward to a successful fall semester.

 

Best regards,

 

Kevin Horan President, Crafton Hills College

Labor Day

Campus will be closed on September 7 in honor of Labor Day

Labor Day

Parking permit enforcement begins September 8. Ensure your parking permit is up-to-date!

University Transfer Fair

The University Transfer Fair is happening September 9 in the Central Complex Breezeway from 9:30am-12:30pm. 30+ Universities plan on attending!

Blood Drive

The bloodmobile will be in the CHC Quad on September 9 and 10 from 9am-5pm. Make your appointment today!

CHC Annual Fundraiser: Bright Nights, Brighter Futures

We hope you will join us to support students at our upcoming annual fundraising gala: Bright Nights, Brighter Futures. The gala will take place in the CHC Quad on September 23 from 5:30pm-8:30pm.

Crafton Hills College Launches Vocational Nurse Program, Expanding Pathways into High-Demand Healthcare Careers

Crafton Hills College has rolled out a new Vocational Nurse (VN) Program, expanding the college's healthcare education offerings and creating a direct pathway into one of the region's most in-demand professions.

Creating Pathways for Success: Faculty Engage in Transformative Equity Worshop

On June 23 and 24, Dr. Lyn Westergard facilitated a robust two-day workshop at Crafton Hills College (CHC) that included a theoretical exploration of scaffolding (i.e., academic support structures) and its application, example lessons from English and STEM, and opportunities for faculty to discuss anti-racist pedagogies.

Crafton Hills College Welcomes Basic Needs Professionals for Regional Convening

On Tuesday, June 23, Crafton Hills College welcomed basic needs professionals from across the Inland Empire and Desert Region for the 2026 Basic Needs Regional Convening, hosted in partnership with the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office and the Real College California Coalition (RCCC).

Two Crafton Hills College Leaders Elected to CCCAOE Board of Directors

Two Crafton Hills College leaders have been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the California Community College Association for Occupational Education (CCCAOE), recognizing their commitment to advancing career education and student success across the state.

Crafton Hills College Welcomes Dr. Dukes as New Medical Director for Paramedic Program

Crafton Hills College is proud to welcome Dr. Seth Dukes as the new Medical Director for its highly respected Paramedic Program, bringing with him a wealth of emergency medicine experience, strong community partnerships, and a passion for preparing the next generation of paramedics.

Crafton Hills College Honors Its Classified Professionals

On June 11, the Crafton Hills College community gathered for an appreciation luncheon to celebrate the backbone of the campus: its outstanding Classified Professionals. The event was packed with gratitude, laughter, recognition, and served as a heartfelt "thank you".

Crafton Professor Inspires Students to Trust Their Own Voices

Ryan Bartlett never planned on becoming anything other than a teacher. In many ways, you could argue the path was always there. Teaching ran through his family. His maternal grandmother was a teacher. Both of his parents were teachers.

Crafton Employees Run for Student Scholarships

Crafton Hills College employees—Alex Jaco, Jessica Esquivel, Roger Mateo, and Robert McAtee—have begun training for the 2027 Los Angeles Marathon while raising funds to support student scholarships through the Crafton Hills College Foundation. The group is committed to helping Crafton students achieve their educational goals. Their marathon journey will help raise awareness and financial support for scholarships that provide students with greater opportunities to succeed. Interested in joining the marathon team or sponsoring the runners in support of student scholarships? Reach out to Robert McAtee to learn more or get involved.

Service Through Action: Karl Sweeting Earns National EMS Leadership Honor

From combat medic to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) instructor, Karl Sweeting has spent his entire career giving back to those who need it most. His hard work and positive impact are now being recognized by The National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMSE) at their annual symposium on August 13, 2026, in Reno, Nevada.