President's Office

The Office of the President serves the Delta College community by facilitating an open and welcoming environment for students, employees and visitors of the college. Led by President Dr. Michael Gavin, the primary responsibility of the office is to provide vision for Delta and continuous leadership and direction for the planning and operation of all aspects of the college's programs and services.

Meet Dr. Gavin

Dr. Michael Gavin
 

Before coming to Delta, Dr. Gavin was the Vice President of Learning at Anne Arundel Community College in Maryland, where he led strategic planning efforts. He has a doctorate in American studies from the University of Maryland in College Park, a master’s degree in literature from American University and a bachelor’s degree in literature from Dickinson College. Known nationally for his administrative leadership that focuses on academic excellence and equity, Dr. Gavin has more than 20 years of experience at community colleges.

He enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters, listening to music and catching a Chicago Cubs game. 

Read more about Dr. Gavin


President's Goals

2022-2023 President's Goals (PDF)


Council on Innovation, Belonging and Equity

The council is a shared governance body.  For more information on the development of this council, explore the links below.

Council on Innovation, Belonging and Equity 08.26.22 (PDF)

CIBE Subcommittee Charges (PDF)

Focus Groups

Recommendations Supporting Bylaws

Subcommittee Liaison Suggestions

Budget Request Form

Strategic Innovations Toward Completion, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Presentation - December 3, 2021


Campus updates

Next Town Hall

    • Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Latest Town Hall - Friday, March 24, 2023
View Town Hall recording.

Friday, November 18, 2022
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Reference:  Winter 2023 Enrollment Verification Presentation
                        Registered vs Planned Handout
                        Registration How-To Video

Friday, October 21,  2022
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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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Reference:  Top 30 Courses
                      Top 10 Programs
                      Strategic Plan Successes 21-22 (PDF)

SES Structure - June 23, 2022
View presentation (PDF)

Student Journey for SES - May 3, 2022
View presentation (PDF)

Friday, April 22, 2022
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Friday, April 8, 2022
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President's Inauguration - March 18, 2022
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Friday, March 18, 2022
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Friday, March 4, 2022
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Friday, February 11, 2022
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Friday, January 28, 2022
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Winter Learning Day - President's Address and Keynote Presentation - January 21, 2022
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Winter Learning Day Q&A Follow-up
View answers to questions that were not addressed on January 21, 2022.

Friday, January 14, 2022
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Friday, January 7, 2022
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Friday, December 17, 2021
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Friday, December 3, 2021
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Friday, November 19, 2021
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Town Hall For Faculty - November 8, 2021
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Friday, November 5, 2021
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Friday, October 22, 2021
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Friday, October 8, 2021
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Friday, September 24, 2021
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Friday, September 10, 2021
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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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President's All College Address - August 24, 2021
View recording of President's Address.

Thursday, August 19, 2021
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