Hero image for A banner shows a smiling Dr. Henry D. Shannon in a suit and red shirt. Text reads: Thank you for two decades of transformational leadership. Dr. Henry D. Shannon.
A banner shows a smiling Dr. Henry D. Shannon in a suit and red shirt. Text reads: Thank you for two decades of transformational leadership. Dr. Henry D. Shannon.

Celebrating two decades of transformational leadership

Dr. Henry Shannon has guided Chaffey College with vision, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to student success. Since stepping into the role of Superintendent/President in 2007, he has shaped not just an institution, but generations of students, faculty, and staff who now carry his legacy forward.
 
As Dr. Shannon prepares to retire, effective December 31, 2026, we invite the Chaffey community to reflect on nearly two decades of transformative leadership — and to celebrate the milestones, memories, and impact he leaves behind. Read about Dr. Henry Shannon’s legacy of transformation.
 
Dr. Henry Shannon and then-U.S. Senator Kamala Harris test a driving simulator at Chaffey College InTech Center in 2017.
Dr. Henry Shannon, two students, and U.S. Representative Norma Torres pose together at Chaffey College InTech Center during Manufacturing Day 2018.
Dr. Henry Shannon and 12 college leaders hold shovels as they shovel dirt together during the groundbreaking ceremony for Chaffey College Chino Instructional Building in 2022.
Dr. Henry Shannon smiles with 4 family members at a tailgate celebration on Chaffey College Rancho Cucamonga campus.
Dr. Henry Shannon and one individual laughing together at Chaffey College's 140th anniversary celebration.
Dr. Shannon and seven others smile with Bill Gates during his visit to Chaffey College InTech Center in 2023.
Dr. Shannon speaks at an Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) event.
Dr. Shannon smiles as he signs paperwork surrounded by a group during his president's commitment signing.
Dr. Shannon sits on the floor reading a book aloud to children at the children's center
Dr. Shannon smiles with the 2018 Chaffey College Governing Board and members of the Dutton family as they present a check to the Chaffey College Foundation for the Radiologic Technology Scholarship Endowment and Hispanic Scholarship Endowment.
Dr. Shannon shakes an individual's hand at a graduation celebration event in 2010.
Dr. Shannon waves with graduate holding diploma above their head at Chaffey College commencement ceremony in 2022.
Dr. Shannon poses with Peter Griggs as he accepts the 2023 PROmoter Award from the Community College Public Relations Organization.
Dr. Shannon laughs with 2 others at a Chaffey College governing board meeting.

Join us for Dr. Shannon's Retirement Celebration!


Thursday, December 3, 2026
4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Michael Alexander Campus Center (MACC)
Rancho Cucamonga Campus

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