Mustang of the Month - May 2025

Patty has made a lasting difference at Norco College through her service as the Department Chair for the School of Business and Management. Her dedication to both her students and her colleagues is evident in all that she does. She leads with care, with clarity, and with a deep commitment to student learning. In addition to her leadership within the department, Patty was selected by her peers to serve as co-chair of the Academic Planning Chairs Council. This speaks volumes about the respect and trust she has earned across the campus. She also plays an important role in several committees and councils, helping to shape the academic direction of the college in ways that benefit the entire student body.

What stands out most is the heart Patty brings to her work. Her influence is not only felt in meetings or in planning documents, but also in the day-to-day experiences of the students and faculty she supports. She is a colleague who leads by example and always keeps students at the center.

If you know someone like Patty who exemplifies our core commitments, be sure to nominate them today!

Core Commitments

Access – Be accessible
Equity – Be equity minded
Student Success – Champion and celebrate student success
Expertise – Be an expert in your field
Mutual Respect – Practice mutual respect with a belief in personal dignity
Collegiality – Be an excellent colleague accepting different perspectives with respect
Inclusiveness – Be inclusive
Integrity – Model integrity by maintaining an open, honest, and ethical space
Quality – Be a person of quality in all things
Environmental Stewardship – Foster environmental responsibility
Innovation – Innovate, inspire & seek creative solutions
Civic Engagement – Engage and listen to the Norco College Community