The Presidents' Round table

OCtech President Dr. Walt Tobin spoke about OCtech's new partnership with school districts to offer dual-enrollment programs and add more career academies. 

Learn More about OCtech's New Partnerships here!

Congratulations to Dr. Larry D. Johnson Jr., President of Guttman Community College & PRT Officer, and Dr. Ty Stone, President of Jefferson Community College, who are featured in City and State's impressive list of the Top 100 Most Influential Leaders of New York's Colleges and Universities. 

We are thrilled to congratulate Dr. Annesa Cheek, who has been named the new President of Frederick Community College. Her leadership will lead the college to new heights.

Read more about Dr. Annesa Cheek the New President of Frederick Community College. 

This past March, Dr. L. Marshall Washington was invited to speak during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Children's Nature Playscape near Bronson Park in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Read More on  The Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Children's Nature Playscape in Kalamazoo. 

Our members continue to amaze and inspire: Dr. Quintin Bullock , President of Community College of Allegheny County, made City & State's list of "The 2022 Power of Diversity: Black 100" this past February. 

Greetings Colleagues, 

Please join me in thanking Dr. Joe Seabrooks for serving as the Vice-Convener and Dr. Larry Johnson for serving as the Membership Chair over the past two years. We have appreciated their leadership and contributions to the Presidents' Round Table.

Nominations for Executive Board is Open 

As we approach the new round of Executive Board membership, we are thrilled to invite wo are interested in joining the board and who wish to recommended potential candidates. Nominations for the positions for Membership Chair and Vice-Convener are now open. The duties for each of the positions are listed below.

Membership Chair / PRT Directory Coordinator 

• Serve on the Executive Board
• Serve as the chair of membership committee 
• Develop and implement strategies to increase membership
• Collect and assemble information for the biennial publication of the Round Table Directory 

Vice Convener

• Serve on the Executive Board 
• Attend Executive Board and membership meetings
• Serve as the Convener in the absence of the Convener
• Serve as the chair of the Nominating Committee
• Serve as the liaison between PRT and the National Council of Black American Affairs 
• Support the vision of the organization in pursuit of its mission.

Please submit nomination by close of business on Monday, August 7, 2023 to Dr. Quintin Bullock at qbullock@ccac.edu

Upcoming Events - Submit Applications Now 

The 2023 Lakin Institute and Men of Character Student Leadership Institute will be held in October. Applications are still open to anyone who wishes to participate. If you know colleagues or other higher education professionals who you believe would benefit from either program, please share the application information with them.

Hope each of you are enjoying the long summer days and finding time to relax and recharge.

Best Regards!

Dr. L. Marshall Washington 

Convener

Greetings Colleagues, 

Welcome to a new year in another meaningful season of work. Among the many priorities clamoring for your attention, please note the following. The April AACC annual meeting is just around the corner and the 2023 Board of Directors leadership ballot has been sent to your email.

Voting is an important opportunity to make a difference. I urge urge you to do so and I recommend that you consider supporting the following candidates: Patricia Sims, President of Drake State Community and Technical College in Alabama,  and Jermaine Whirl, President of Augusta Technical College in Georgia.

For those planning to attend AACC Conference in Denver, Colorado, make every effort to participate in the PRT 40th Reunion Year Reception on Saturday, April 1, and our Breakfast Business meeting on Monday, April 3. More details to follow. 

And finally, as the world celebrates Black Histroy Month, I join you 24/, 365 days a year in a continious celebration for men and women who have gone on before us. Building on the firm foundation of those pioneers, may we to be remembered for our commitment, diligence, and determination to help achieve opportunity for all. 

Be strong, be proud, and carry on.

The Presidents' Round is seeking a part-time Executive Director to play a crucial role in the implementation of its Strategic Plan. 

In this remote position, you will work closely with the Executive Board to support PRT's mission, which includes identifying and responding to challenges faced by administrators in community colleges. Your responsibilities will encompass:

• Financial Management 
• Maintaining the associations website and social media presence
• Providing membership support services 
• Collaborating with various PRT Board Committees

If you are passionate about supporting community college leaders and driving positive change, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role as Executive Director of PRT.

Application can be send to Dr. L. Marshall Washington, Convener of the PRT and Search Committee Chair, at lmwashington@kvcc.edu with a deadline for consideration by August 25, 2023.

Upcoming Events 

The 2023 Lakin Institute and Men of Character Student Leadership Institute are just around the corner. The events will be held in October, and we want to extend tan invitation to you and anyone else in your network who may benefit from these programs. Application are still open, and we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications as soon as possible to secure their spot. 

Thomas Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership 

October 15-20, 2023 | Kansas City, MO

The Institute offers a unique transformative experience designed to foster personal professional growth for selected people who have shown a capability for broader leadership roles in the community college sector. Applications are open and we encourage senior level executives to take advantage of this professional development opportunity. 

Deadline to apply: August 30, 2023

Men of Character Student Leadership Institute

October 19-22, 2023 | Kanas City, MO

MOSCLI is an empowering event that provides an immersive and enriching experience for PRT members to engage with students in various workshops, group discussions, forums, and social events. If you know a promising student that would benefit from this event, please let them know applications are live on our website.

Deadline to apply: September 24, 2023

I hope each of you is making the most of these long summer days, finding moments to unwind and recharge. 

Best Regards, 

Dr. L. Marshall Washington, Convener

Greeting Colleagues 

We have had a remarkable start to the beginning of the academic year and here we are preparing for the holidays. I'm proud of the way we pulled together and worked together remaining focused on the Thomas L. Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership, Men of Character Leadership, and the PRT fall business meeting held in Pittsburgh, PA. In addition, we are excited to have hosted a virtual networking sharing event for RT retirees, exploring the topic of Legacy. 

Please remember to stay current with your membership dues. The PRT is planning for the AACC Convention with an awesome opportunity to celebrate forty years of existence. Mark your calendar for Sunday, April 2, 2023, at 5 p.m. in Denver, CO, for the "PRT Reunion Year Reception" We plan to celebrate the many successes of PRT as we continue to seek to ensure equal access to opportunities for member and CEOs by leveraging their combined knowledge, networks, and experience. 

I'm requesting that you please create you profile for the online directory for PRT. Detailed instructions are below. 

The new year will bring challlenges of its own, and I want us to be rejuvenated and ready to embrace what lies ahead. Our students and communites count o us. I'm looking forward to the future and out continued commitment to the work of PRT and assisting others. 

However you chose to celebrate the holidays, so so with gratitude, thankfulness, and anticipation for the opportunity to do more, be more, and help more during 2023.

Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season, 

Marshall Washington, Ph.D.

2022-24 Convener 

Throughout the Institutes six-day experience, the faculty leverage their community college experience to address topics such as:

• The Role of a Community College President 
• Preparing for the Presidency 
• Student Success and Completion 
• Crisis Management
  
• Planning and Leading Strategic Initiatives 
• Budgeting 
• Generational Effect on the College Presidency 
• Working collaboratively with Faculty
• Governance 

The Thomas Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership provides a uniquely personal and professional development experience for proven Fellows who demonstrate the potential for a community college chief executive officer position" - Dr. Kim Beatty, Immediate Past Convener, PRT

The leadership competencies for Community College Leaders from the American Association of Community Colleges assisted wit framing the program curriculum for the Institute.

"This year's Lakin Institute was a tremendous success, replete with excellent learning opportunities. The session presented enlightened and motivated Fellows to consider varying aspects of leadership" - Dr. L Marshall Washington, Dean of the Institute

2022 Lakin Institute Faculty 

Dr. Kimberly Beatty - Metropolitan Community College 

Dr. Quintin Bullock - Community College of Alleghany County 

Dr. Merrill Irving - MBK Solutions LLC

Dr. Andrew Jones - Retired

Dr. Charlene Newkirk - Community College of Allegheny County 

Dr. Tammy Robinson - Mesa Community College 

Dr. Joe Seabrooks - Cedar Valley College 

Dr. Alicia Harvey-Smith - Pittsburg Technical College 

Dr. Walt Tobin - Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College 

Dr. Evon Walter - Community College of Alleghany County 

Dr. L. Marshall Washington - Kalamazoo Valley Community College 

Dr. Daria Willis - Howard Community College 

Mr. David Raney - Nuventive 

Mr. Paul Doeg - PH Perry 

Ms. Trimeka Benjamin - Swim Digital Group 

2019 Lakin Institute Fellows 

Dr. Carol Ash - Centra New Mexico Community College 

Mr. Abdimalik Buul - California Community College 

Dr. Nikki Ceaser-Small - Dallas College, Cedar Valley 

Dr. Angela Davis - Durham Technical Community College 

Dr. Tangila Dove - Northeast Lakeview College / Alamo College 

Dr. Tiffany Evans - Community College of Allegheny County 

Dr. Stephen Fomeche - Rio Salado College 

Dr. Rolanda Horn - Alabama State University 

Dr. Edwin Imasuen - Halifax Community College

Dr. Jonathan Locust, Jr - Winona State University 

Dr. Pamela Luckett - Dallas College 

Dr. John Nehemiah Harper - South Central College 

Dr. LaTonya Nixon - Beauford Community College 

Dr. John Parker - San Diego City College 

Ms. Juel L. Smith - Community College of Alleghany County 

Dr. Vladimir St Surin - Community College of Alleghany County 

Save The Date 

2023 Thomas Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership 

October 14-20, 2023 | Kansas City, Missouri