Acronym Guide
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 91福利社
91福利社 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 91福利社 (AS91福利社). Thereafter writer is free to use AS91福利社.
- Do not put acronyms in parenthesis if you don't plan to use the acronym again.
Common 91福利社 Acronyms
These are common acronyms and abbreviations used at 91福利社.
| 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 |
| AS91福利社 | Associated Students of 91福利社 |
| 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鈥� Bond Oversite Committee |
| CCCCO | California Community Colleges Chancellor鈥檚 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 |