Bill > AB2374

This bill establishes a designation for California Asian American- and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs) to recognize colleges and universities that excel in providing academic resources to Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students. A governing board will be created to review applications and award this designation, which will be valid for five years, with provisions for renewal. To be eligible, institutions must submit applications detailing their commitment to student success, outlining academic and equity goals, and presenting a strategic plan for outreach, support services, resource allocation, and culturally relevant professional development for faculty and staff. Both four-year universities and community colleges will need to provide data on graduation rates, time-to-degree, retention, and transfer rates for all students and specifically for Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander students. An unspecified managing entity will be responsible for developing the application process, accepting applications, and presenting them to the governing board for approval.

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