Faculty & Staff: Supporting the Dedicated Team Driving Student Success

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Your central hub for campus constituent networks and institutional highlights.

At College of the Mainland, our faculty and staff are the backbone of our community. Every day, our educators and professionals work tirelessly to create an environment where students stand out, succeed, and build better lives.

This portal serves to unite our team, provide quick entry to essential operational platforms, and highlight the outstanding contributions of our colleagues across the college district.

Constituent Groups on Campus

Our collaborative governance structure ensures every employee voice is represented. Learn more about your specific leadership council.
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The Classified Council serves as the official constituent voice representing the dedicated members of our classified staff, driving community engagement and workforce advocacy across the institution.
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The Professional Council functions as the advocacy and representation body for the professional staff, focusing on career advancement, professional development, and college operations.
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The Faculty Senate represents our instructional educators. This governing body plays a central role in academic policy, curriculum integrity, and institutional excellence.

Employee of the Month

Employee of the Month Alexis Lopez receiving certificate from COM president Dr. Helen Castellanos Brewer

Alexis Lopez

Academic Advisor - Student Success Center

A few words from their nominator:

"I would like to nominate Alexis for Employee of the Month in recognition of the positive impact he has on students, families, and his colleagues every day. Students often come to us unsure, overwhelmed, or trying to figure out a process that feels simple only after someone has already explained it. Alexis meets them with patience, kindness, and a willingness to help them get where they need to go. He does not just point students in a direction and move on. He makes sure they understand what comes next.
 
One of the things that stands out most about Alexis is how often he steps in to help Spanish-speaking students and families. That support can completely change someone’s experience. It can turn confusion into clarity and make a student or family feel welcomed instead of lost. He is dependable, positive, and generous with his time. Whether he is helping a student understand their next step, translating so a family feels included, or walking someone to the right office instead of just giving directions, Alexis brings care into the work in a way people notice."

Celebrating Our Community

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Employee Recognition Dinner:

Our community thrives when we take the time to honor our shared milestones. You can now view and download professional event photos from our recent annual celebration.

View Employee Recognition Dinner Photos