Chaffey 2026-2027 Academic Year to Include New Programs, Faculty

Thousands of new and returning students will begin classes Monday at Chaffey College, where they find expanded academic offerings, new faculty and upgraded campus facilities.

Chaffey College launched 20 new credit and non-credit associate’s degree and certificate programs, including programs in computer technology, hospitality management, personal training and Earth science. The college also introduced an artificial intelligence program, one of the first to be offered by a community college in the region.

“Chaffey College continues to expand its academic offerings to meet the growing demands of our students, as well as the needs of the workforce,” said Chaffey College Superintendent/President Henry D. Shannon. “We are excited to welcome the student body back to our three campuses and online.”

The college also introduced dozens of new credit and non-credit courses, including two in automotive technology covering electric vehicle systems and advanced alternative propulsion. Students can also take a new American Sign Language course called “Fingerspelling/Numbers” or the fashion design course “Computer-Aided Patternmaking.”

The college welcomed 15 new professors, who will teach classes in subjects such as physical therapist assistant, dental assisting, chemistry, photography, business, ethnic studies and broadcasting.

Students taking classes at the Rancho Cucamonga campus will be among the first to see the newly renovated Michael Alexander Campus Center, which has been expanded by 9,000 square feet, and includes dining facilities, lounge spaces and 400 indoor seats.

The project was funded by Measure P, a $700 million bond approved by voters in 2018. The Chaffey Library Learning Commons, another Measure P project, opened in spring, while plans are underway for new campuses in Fontana and Ontario.