Acronyms, initialisms and abbreviations are common tools in higher education to denote organizations, departments, programs, and more. They can be used to quickly convey what may otherwise be a complex or long name, topic or task. However, they can also create added complexity. That's why using acronyms clearly and consistently is important.

Using Acronyms at MVC

Moreno Valley College follows three basic guidelines when it comes to using acronyms:

  • Do not use abbreviations or acronyms that the reader would not quickly recognize.
  • Do not use acronyms in without defining what they mean first. In a body of text, spell out the word to be abbreviated the first time, and follow it with the abbreviation in parentheses. In designs, elements such as a wordmark or logo can serve as the definition. An example is: Associated Students of Moreno Valley College (ASMVC). Thereafter writer is free to use ASMVC.
  • Do not put acronyms in parenthesis if you don't plan to use the acronym again.

Common MVC Acronyms

These are common acronyms and abbreviations used at Moreno Valley College.

Acronym Definition
ACCJC  Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
ACES  Academic Counseling and Educational Support program
ADT  Associate Degree for Transfer
AOE  Area of Emphasis (Degree)
AP  Administrative Procedures
APC  Academic Planning Committee
A&R  Admissions and Records
ARC Accessibility Resource Center
AS  Academic Senate
ASCCC  Academic Senate of the California Community Colleges
ASMVC  Associated Students of MVC
ASRCCD  Associated Students of Riverside Community College District
BAM  Budget Allocation Model
BCTC  Ben Clark Training Center
BITS  Business & Information Technology Department
BIRT  Behavioral Intervention and Resource Team
BOT  Board of Trustees
BP  Board Policy
BSI  Basic Skills Initiative
CBOC  Citizens’ Bond Oversite Committee
CCCCO  California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office
CCSSE  Community Colleges Survey of Student Engagement
CEC  California Education Code
CI-D Course Identification Numbering System
CMP  Comprehensive Master Plan
COMM  Communications Department
COR  Course Outline of Record
CPR  Comprehensive Program Review
CPTESL  Computerized Proficiency Test for ESL
CRLA  College Reading and Learning Association
CSEA  CA School Employees Association
CTA  California Teachers Association
CTE  Career & Technical Education
DBAC  District Budget Advisory Council
DCC  District Curriculum Committee
DE  Distance Education
DEC  Dental Education Center
DEMC  District Enrollment Management Committee
DOI  Dean of Instruction
DSS  Disability Support Services
DSP  District Strategic Plan
DSPC  District Strategic Planning Council
ECE  Early Childhood Education
ECEC  Early Childhood Education Center
EEO  Equal Employment Opportunity
EOPS  Extended Opportunity Programs and Services
EMP  Educational Master Plan
FLEX  Flexible Calendar Program
FMP  Facilities Master Plan
FMTF  Function Map Task Force
FTE  Full-Time Equivalent
FTES  Full-Time Equivalent Student
FYCP  Five-Year Construction Plan
FYE  First-Year Experience
FYSS   Foster Youth Support Services (Guardian Scholars)
GELO  General Education Learning Outcome
GP  Guided Pathways
HASS  Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences Department
HHPS  Health, Human & Public Services Department
HM  Humanities Building
HRER  Human Resources and Employee Relations
HSCE  High School Concurrent Enrollment
ICC  Inter-Club Council
IDS  Instructional Department Specialist
IE  Institutional Effectiveness
IGETC  Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
ILO  Institutional Learning Outcome
INST  Instruction
IOI  Improvement of Instruction
IR  Institutional Research
ISP  Integrated Strategic Plan
ISS  Institutional Set Standards
JD  Job Description
KPI  Key Performance Indicators
LGA  Local Goal Alignment
LGBTQ+  Lesbian, Bisexual, Gay, Transgender, Queer, Questioning
LIB  Library
LFM  Leading from the Middle
LO  Learning Outcome
LC  Learning Center
LLC  Library Learning Center
MCHS  Middle College High School
MOU  Memorandum of Understanding
MMAP  Multiple Measures Assessment Project
MVC  Moreno Valley College
MVV  Mission, Vision, and Values
NC  Norco College
NOC  Network Operations Center
OEI  Online Education Initiative
OER  Open Educational Resources
OPEB  Other Postemployment Benefits
PACAH  Program and Course Approval Handbook
PD  Professional Development
PI  Proportionality Indices
PLO  Program Learning Outcome
PR  Program Review
PSC  Parkside Complex
QFS  Quest for Success
RCC  Riverside City College
RCCD  Riverside Community College District
RR  Resource Request
RSI Regular and Substantive Interaction
SAO  Service Area Outcome
SAS  Student Academic Services
SCFF  Student Centered Funding Formula
SCI  Science and Technology Building
SEA  Student Equity & Achievement
SEP  Student Educational Plan
SFS  Student Financial Services
SHPS  Student Health & Psychological Services
SI  Supplemental Instruction
SLO  Student Learning Outcome
SP  Strategic Plan
SPC  Strategic Planning Council
SS  Student Services
SSS  Student Support Services
SSSP  Student Success and Support Programs
STEM  Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
STU  Student Services Building
SWOT  Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats
SWP  Strong Workforce Program
S&K  Science and Kinesiology Department
TA  Teaching Assignment
TSS  Technology Support Services
VFS  Vision for Success
VPAA  Vice President, Academic Affairs
VPBS  Vice President, Business Services
VPPD Vice President, Planning and Development
VPSS  Vice President, Student Services
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