Huntington Beach, Calif. — Golden West College (GWC) announces the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Kalfsbeek-Goetz as the vice president of instruction, effective July 8, 2024.
Dr. Kalfsbeek-Goetz has nearly three decades of experience serving students in higher education, as both a faculty member and college leader. Prior to joining GWC, she served as the vice president for academic affairs and student learning at Ventura College, where she was responsible for accreditation, curriculum, enrollment management, the Student Equity Plan and professional development.
Other previous roles include Dean of Student Learning and the Title IX Coordinator at Moorpark College, Assistant Dean for New Program Development and Director of Distance Learning at California State University, Northridge’s College of Extended Learning, and tenured faculty of sociology at Saint Paul College.
“Dr. Kalfsbeek-Goetz is a transformational leader whose expertise aligns perfectly with our mission and values,” says GWC President Meridith Randall. “She has a proven track record in grant writing, engaging students and the local community in program development, supporting campuses to expand Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) offerings, and partnering with faculty to create culturally responsive professional development programs in service to students. We are very excited to have her join Golden West College’s leadership team.”
Dr. Kalfsbeek earned her doctorate in higher education administration from Capella University, her master’s degree in sociology from the University of Maryland, and her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Minnesota.
