On Friday, March 15, Norco College hosted its second annual Industry Partners & Awards
Breakfast, a gathering that celebrated the synergy between academia and industry in
driving regional economic growth and workforce development. The morning began with
the President’s Breakfast, where distinguished guests, industry partners, educators,
and community leaders convened to honor recipients of the Industry Partner awards
and recognize the Alumnus of the Year. Following the awards ceremony, attendees participated
in a series of informative industry breakout sessions, engaging in focused discussions
on key topics relevant to their respective fields.
Dr. Monica Green, President of Norco College, opened the event, expressing gratitude to attendees for their support and commitment to fostering educational excellence and workforce preparedness. The breakfast event, held at the Norco College Amphitheater, provided a platform for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Industry Partner awards were presented to the Corona Police Department and Temple Beth El Child Development Center, highlighting their exemplary partnerships with Norco College in providing career pathways and work-based learning opportunities for students.
Additionally, Dr. Dariush Seif was honored as the Alumnus of the Year in recognition of his remarkable journey from a Norco College student to a sought-after professional in the field of mechanical engineering. Dr. Seif's story was another great example of the transformative power of education and the profound impact of community college experiences on shaping future leaders. As a Primary Patent Examiner with the US Patent & Trademark Office, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation, working tirelessly to secure patents for groundbreaking inventions.
Following the awards ceremony, attendees had the opportunity to participate in industry breakout sessions led by faculty members and industry experts. These interactive sessions covered a wide range of topics, including Business Administration and Management, Administration of Justice, Architecture and Drafting Technology, Computer Information Systems and Game Art, Construction, Early Childhood Education, Engineering, and Manufacturing Technology. The breakout sessions provided a platform for attendees to share insights, exchange ideas, and explore greater collaboration opportunities with Norco College.
As the Industry Partners and Awards Breakfast concludes for this year, Norco College remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering strong, sustainable partnerships that benefit not only our students but also the industry collaborators and the broader community. Looking ahead, Norco College eagerly anticipates future opportunities to build upon these partnerships, continuing to provide innovative educational experiences and valuable career pathways for students. Together, they will forge ahead, empowering individuals, enriching communities, and shaping a brighter future for all.
Dr. Monica Green, President of Norco College, opened the event, expressing gratitude to attendees for their support and commitment to fostering educational excellence and workforce preparedness. The breakfast event, held at the Norco College Amphitheater, provided a platform for attendees to connect, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Industry Partner awards were presented to the Corona Police Department and Temple Beth El Child Development Center, highlighting their exemplary partnerships with Norco College in providing career pathways and work-based learning opportunities for students.
Additionally, Dr. Dariush Seif was honored as the Alumnus of the Year in recognition of his remarkable journey from a Norco College student to a sought-after professional in the field of mechanical engineering. Dr. Seif's story was another great example of the transformative power of education and the profound impact of community college experiences on shaping future leaders. As a Primary Patent Examiner with the US Patent & Trademark Office, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation, working tirelessly to secure patents for groundbreaking inventions.
Following the awards ceremony, attendees had the opportunity to participate in industry breakout sessions led by faculty members and industry experts. These interactive sessions covered a wide range of topics, including Business Administration and Management, Administration of Justice, Architecture and Drafting Technology, Computer Information Systems and Game Art, Construction, Early Childhood Education, Engineering, and Manufacturing Technology. The breakout sessions provided a platform for attendees to share insights, exchange ideas, and explore greater collaboration opportunities with Norco College.
As the Industry Partners and Awards Breakfast concludes for this year, Norco College remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering strong, sustainable partnerships that benefit not only our students but also the industry collaborators and the broader community. Looking ahead, Norco College eagerly anticipates future opportunities to build upon these partnerships, continuing to provide innovative educational experiences and valuable career pathways for students. Together, they will forge ahead, empowering individuals, enriching communities, and shaping a brighter future for all.
(Norco College 2024 Alumnus of the Year award recipient Dr. Dariush Seif (center)
and 2024 Industry Partner Awards recipients)