Pasadena City College (PCC) Market Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Pasadena City College (PCC)

• Mission: Pasadena City College provides a high-quality, innovative, and dynamic learning environment that inspires student success.

• Founded: 1924

• Founder: Established as Pasadena Junior College in response to the community’s need for higher education facilities.

• Key People:

• José A. Gómez, Ph.D. - Superintendent/President

• Laura M. Ramirez, Ed.D. - Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Instruction

• Candace D. Jones - Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Business and Administrative Services

• Robert S. Blizinski - Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Human Resources

• Dr. Salvatrice Cummo - Vice President, Economic & Workforce Development

• Dr. Kari E. Bolen - Associate Vice President, Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer, Title IX Coordinator

• Headquarters: 1570 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, California 91106

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Recognized as one of the best community colleges in California and a finalist for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Notable for degree transfers to the University of California and California State University systems, and as a Hispanic-Serving Institution since 1990.

Products

• What Products Do They Offer: PCC offers a wide array of academic programs that encompass degrees, transfer programs, and certificates designed to prepare students for successful careers or further studies.

• High-Level Description of the Product: PCC provides educational opportunities including Associate Degrees, transfer programs for students aiming to attend four-year universities, and various certificate programs for career development.

• Key Features of Each of the Products:

• Transfer Programs: Facilitates transfer to universities including UC, CSU, and HBCUs.

• Associate Degrees: Robust programs in various fields of study.

• Certificate Programs: Targeted education aligned with local workforce and economic needs.

Recent Developments

• Recent Developments:

• PCC received a $3 million grant renewal from the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine to support the "Bridges to Stem Cell Research and Therapy" program.

• The college received a landmark $30 million gift from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott, aimed at enhancing student equity and diversity.

• Named one of the 150 Top Community Colleges by the Aspen Institute, recognizing excellence in equitable student outcomes.

• New Products Launched: No direct new product launches were reported, but substantial investments in career education programs and infrastructure.

• New Features Added to Existing Products: Expansion and enhancement of career education programs, especially in health and natural sciences.

• New Partnerships: Continued partnerships through the CIRM program facilitating internships in collaboration with institutions like Caltech, USC, and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

This report delivers a snapshot of Pasadena City College's operational priorities, community impact, and ongoing initiatives in the educational landscape.