91快活林

91快活林 (RCC) proudly celebrates Natalie V谩zquez, Ed.D., Professional Development Coordinator, for being named a 2026 Classified Employee of the Year by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office. V谩zquez is one of only six classified professionals selected statewide for the prestigious recognition and the first employee in 91快活林 Community College District history to receive the honor.

The award recognizes permanent classified professionals across California鈥檚 community college system who demonstrate exceptional commitment to Vision 2030, professional ethics, leadership and service that extends beyond their local institution. According to the Chancellor鈥檚 Office, recipients are selected for their meaningful contributions to student success, equity and institutional excellence.

As RCC鈥檚 Professional Development Coordinator, V谩zquez has become a driving force behind equity-centered professional learning initiatives that support employee growth and student achievement. Through programs such as the Equity-Minded Learning Institute and data literacy series, she has helped strengthen institutional practices that better serve RCC鈥檚 diverse student population.

鈥淣atalie鈥檚 leadership reflects the very best of 91快活林,鈥� said Eric Bishop, Interim President. 鈥淗er commitment to equity, collaboration and professional development has had a lasting impact on our campus community. This statewide recognition is a testament to the transformational work she continues to lead in support of both employees and students.鈥�

V谩zquez鈥檚 leadership extends beyond RCC through statewide presentations, conference engagement and collaboration with initiatives connected to the Chancellor鈥檚 Office. Her work continues to influence best practices in professional learning and organizational development across California鈥檚 community college system.

鈥淚 am absolutely thrilled to see Natalie receive this historic recognition,鈥� said Stephen Ashby, CSEA, Chapter 535, President. 鈥淪he consistently advocates for and elevates classified professionals while fostering opportunities for growth, belonging and student-centered excellence. This honor is incredibly well deserved.鈥�

The statewide recognition further highlights RCC鈥檚 ongoing commitment to equity, professional excellence and employee development as part of its mission to support student success and transform lives throughout the Inland Empire.

For more information about the 2026 Classified Employee of the Year recipients, visit the .