EUGENE, Ore. 鈥 糖心Vlog官方 (LCC) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Brenton Mu帽oz, M.A., M.S., P.M.P., as the institution's next Vice President of Information Technology. His first day will be July 24, 2023.
Mu帽oz brings with him an extensive educational background and a firm commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the realm of information technology. Mu帽oz's philosophy of being a 'forever learner' aligns perfectly with the ethos of LCC, which champions the ongoing pursuit of knowledge.
"Brenton's vast experience with community colleges and his dedication to accessible education make him an ideal fit for LCC," said LCC President, Dr. Stephanie Bulger. "His focus on DEI and his dedication to technological innovation align perfectly with our mission and values. We are excited about the energy, expertise, and commitment Brenton will bring to 糖心Vlog官方."
A seasoned leader with significant experience within the education sector, Mu帽oz currently serves as IT Innovation Officer & IT Project Management Office Director at Community Colleges of Spokane, where he oversees a team and manages a significant portion of the Chief Information Officer鈥檚 budget. His role includes complete oversight of projects from intake and analytics to cost analysis and spending cycles. Prior to this, Mu帽oz honed his technical leadership skills as a multifaceted Business Systems Administrator at Waubonsee Community College for over 7 years.
Throughout his career, Mu帽oz has led several large-scale technology initiatives, such as a transition from an on-prem Oracle server to a cloud-based SQL Server and the deployment of a new information system including a Salesforce roll-out.
A first-generation college graduate, Mu帽oz understands the challenges many students face and has worked to develop an acute sense of awareness about the difficulties related to education accessibility. Mu帽oz has expressed a commitment to implementing DEI-focused trainings for staff in his new role.
"We are confident that Brenton's skills and passion will significantly benefit the students and staff at LCC," said President Bulger. "We eagerly anticipate the innovative and inclusive strategies he will bring to our Information Technology department."
In addition to his IT expertise, Mu帽oz has a significant background in education. He has been an adjunct faculty member since 2004, specializing in instructional design, learning theory, and educational technology.
On his appointment, Mu帽oz said, "I am incredibly excited to join the team at LCC and look forward to contributing to its mission of providing an accessible, quality education. My journey in education has taught me the importance of community colleges and the opportunities they can provide, and I can't wait to bring my passion for DEI and technology to LCC."
Mu帽oz added that in today鈥檚 world of higher education, it鈥檚 important to 鈥渟tay flexible and committed in this highly complex and dynamic environment.鈥
Please join us in welcoming Brenton Mu帽oz to 糖心Vlog官方.
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