Dr. Brian Ellison’s appointment as the vice president of Instruction was approved by the College’s governing Board of Trustees during its regular meeting on November 10.
According to Merced College Superintendent/President Dr. Ron Taylor, Dr. Ellison has a wealth of community college experience.
“It is with great pleasure and excitement that I announce the appointment of Dr. Brian Ellison as our next vice president of Instruction,” Dr. Taylor said. “Dr. Ellison has served in a variety of leadership positions as a faculty leader and community college administrator,” he said. “His administrative experience includes serving as the dean of Vocational Education at Merced College, dean of Instruction at City College of San Francisco, and vice president of Instruction and Student Services at San Diego Continuing Education.”
“I’m a product of the community college system,” Dr. Ellison said. “I earned an associate of arts degree in Psychology from San Diego Mesa College. I’m also the first in my family to become a college graduate.”
Dr. Ellison is returning to Merced College where he taught psychology and sociology from 1988-2000.
“I’m very excited to return to Merced College where the quality of instruction has always been a hallmark of excellence.”
Dr. Ellison earned his bachelor’s degree in both Sociology and Psychology from San Diego State University his master’s degree in Sociology, and his doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from the University of La Verne.
Dr. Ellison’s employment will begin in January 2016.
Source: Merced College
