Celebrating Excellence Across the Health Sciences

Join us in recognizing two distinguished alumni and a community partner who exemplify excellence in patient care, leadership, service, philanthropy, and professional integrity. These inaugural awards honor those whose dedication and compassion reflect the highest values of Hartnell College and make a lasting impact in their fields and communities.

Jovita Dominguez

Excellence in Nursing Award

David Nicolai

Excellence in Respiratory Therapy Award

Salinas Valley Health

Champion for Nursing & Health Excellence Award

The awards reception will include complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and self-guided tours of the Nursing and Health Sciences Building (Building O). For directions and a campus map, see the Hartnell College campus. The general public is encouraged to use the parking structure when driving to Main Campus. The parking structure costs $2 per day, or is free with a valid Hartnell College Parking Permit. See Hartnell College parking for more information.

Please RSVP by Friday, February 13, 2026. To RSVP, please call the Hartnell College Foundation office at (831) 755-6810 or email Megan Ayala at mayala@hartnellcollegefoundation.org.