Just one of the benefits gained and available to PCC faculty is sabbatical leave. Congratulations to our colleagues taking sabbaticals this fall:

James Aragon: Counseling, Travel
Jillian Blatti: Natural Science, Research
Martha Bonilla: English, Travel
Rosemarie Cervantes: Disabled Student Programs & Services, Study
Jeffrey Cole: Natural Sciences, Research
Lindsey Jang: Visual Arts & Media Studies, Research
Jens Kristen: Math & Computer Studies, Research
Jennifer Noble: Social Sciences, Research
Dan Raddon, B&ET Professional Study
Shellie Samtani: English, Research
Xiu-Zhi Zoe Wu: Languages, Research

Are you interested? Watch for Sabbatical workshops this Fall.

Number of Sabbaticals Offered
Sabbatical Leaves are subject to available funding. There may be Sabbatical Leaves approved for up to 4% of the regular contract full-time faculty in a unit.

Sabbatical Leave Term:

• Can be for one semester or for one year (Fall to Spring period only).
• Granted for professional study, and/or research, and/or approved travel. (Faculty may request an additional year as personal leave.)

Application Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years full-time employment, or 6 years since the last sabbatical.
• Have had a regular credential since employment or since last sabbatical leave granted.
• Satisfactory rating on most recent performance evaluation.

Sabbatical Approval Process:

• A 5-member Committee ranks and recommends to the college President those faculty whose applications are eligible for consideration.

After a Sabbatical:

• For sabbaticals under “Professional Study”, provide a transcript showing successful completion of all units attempted with a minimum grade of “C” within the semester following return.
• For Research/Travel, file a comprehensive report of the sabbatical activity within the semester following return.

Watch for information in your email re: Sabbatical workshops.