FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 1, 2002

Irvine Valley Appoints Interim President

IRVINE, CA - Dr. Glenn R. Roquemore has been appointed the interim president of Irvine Valley College. Roquemore began his term February 25, succeeding Raghu P. Mathur, who has served as president for five years. Mathur was appointed Chancellor of the South Orange County Community College District on February 1.

Roquemore previously served as Vice President of Instruction at Irvine Valley College, a position he has held since 1999. Since 1997, Roquemore has served in key administrative posts including Chair of the School of Physical Sciences and Technologies, Interim Vice President of Instruction, Interim Vice President of Student Services, and Dean of Advanced Technology. Roquemore was granted tenure at Irvine Valley College, where he taught geology from 1990 to 1997.

Roquemore, who has specialized in professional academic and research management for nearly 22 years, says he plans to "work closely" with the faculty and staff to continue to build a cohesive and thriving college that embraces diversity and an interdisciplinary curriculum within a collegial atmosphere.

"During the 12 years I've been a part of Irvine Valley, I have seen it become one of Orange County's most innovative and successful community colleges. We have a first-rate faculty, the cornerstone any teaching institution, and I am privileged to be a part of this dynamic and dedicated community," Roquemore adds.

"Dr. Roquemore has a very strong academic and administrative record at our college, and we are delighted to have him in this new role," said Chancellor Mathur. "His administrative experience in institutional planning, and his background in developing budgets, course offerings, and enrollment management programs will serve this school, the District, and its students well."

Roquemore has a Ph.D in Geology and Geophysics from the University of Nevada. He has authored or co-authored nearly 50 publications, and he has over 14 years experience in higher education. Each year, he leads students on geologic field studies to remote desert, mountain or marine locations, and in his spare time he enjoys mountaineering, wilderness biking and hiking.
"Glenn Roquemore is a respected scholar, teacher and administrator who will build upon the excellence of IVC, and I look forward to working with him in his new position," said Armando Ruiz, Vice President of Student Affairs.

A permanent president is expected to be appointed by August 1, 2002.