Fall Start Up 2026
Welcome to EICC Fall 2026 Start Up Week!
As you begin your journey at EICC, we’re excited to welcome you to a dynamic week designed to inspire, connect, and prepare you for a successful first semester. Join fellow faculty from across the colleges for engaging professional development sessions, meaningful conversations, and opportunities to build relationships with colleagues and campus leaders.
Throughout the week, you’ll explore innovative teaching strategies, discover valuable campus resources, and gain practical tools to help you thrive in and beyond the classroom. Whether you’re new to higher education or bringing years of experience, Start Up Week is your chance to feel connected, supported, and energized for the year ahead.
Check out the schedule below and plan to take full advantage of this exciting opportunity. We can’t wait to kick off Fall 2026 with you and begin an incredible academic year together!
Tue, Aug. 18 Wed, Aug. 19 Thu, Aug. 20 Fri, Aug. 21
Tuesday, August 18
| 8:30 - 9 a.m. |
Chancellor's Welcome Dr. Renfro CCC – Auditorium MCC – Student Center SCC – Student Life Center, Room 2300 Urban Campus – Room 116/117 |
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| 9 - 10:45 a.m. |
All College Meetings Campus Presidents This event is held at your local EICC campus, in the same rooms as the Chancellor's Welcome. |
| 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Canvas Updates – Key Information to work on courses Via Zoom |
| 12 - 1 p.m. |
Lunch CCC – Auditorium MCC – Career Advancement Center Lobby SCC – Campus Event Center, Room 2300 |
| 1 - 4 p.m. |
Course Worktime *e-learning Staff will be available. |
Wednesday, August 19
| 8:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
Canvas Shell Work Information to come from divisional dean guidance |
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| 12 - 1 p.m. | Lunch on your own |
| 1 - 4 p.m. |
Department Coordinators' Meeting* Academic Deans For Department Coordinators and Program Directors Check Your Calendar Invite/email for details. *Health Department Coordinators and Program Directors should follow separate schedule sent by divisional dean Fulltime Faculty This time should be used for preparing for fall classes on your home campus. |
Thursday, August 20
| 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. | Student Services Updates Dr. Michael Beane SCC Main - Campus Event Center |
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| 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Teaching, Learning and Leadership An interactive conversation with the Chancellor Dr. Bryan Renfro, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs – Cami McBee, and Vice Chancellor of Student Services – Dr. Michael Beane Key Academic topics and open discussion SCC Main – Campus Event Center |
| 11:15 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Lunch A – Liberal Arts and Health Programs Both Lunches are at SCC Culinary Arts – please join us during your divisional lunch slot. |
| 12 - 12:45 p.m. | Lunch B – STEM, Manufacturing and Skilled Trades, Professional Programs Both Lunches are at SCC Culinary Arts – please join us during your divisional lunch slot. |
| 1 - 2:30 p.m. | Divisional Meetings Academic Deans SCC Main Campus
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| 2:30 - 4 p.m. | Departmental Meeting Time See invites from Divisional Deans |
Friday, August 21
Campus workday to prepare for the start of the semester.
No formal meetings are scheduled, giving you time to finalize your courses, connect with colleagues, and get settled before your students arrive.
Take advantage of the energy across the district as we gear up for an exciting Fall 2026 semester and a fantastic start to the year ahead!