SFCC Snapshot: sj Miller
“This semester I had one face-to-face class, Theories of Teaching and Learning. The 11 students in the class were already very bonded when we went online, so we didn’t miss a heartbeat. Those relationships were already formed and going online brought us even closer. Since we were in crisis, I […]
SFCC Snapshot: Dr. Jen Breneiser
“Based on what I was hearing from my students, their schedules changed significantly when the covid situation happened. I personally didn’t feel comfortable holding them to a class meeting that they had made an obligation to before covid. Maybe their parents lost a job, or maybe they had to work. […]
SFCC Snapshot: Ian Widrick Martinez
“During this time, the biggest challenge for me has been the adjustment of balancing my work life with my school life and my student government life. I feel like they’ve all been crushed together, and I’ve had to figure out how to do my homework, my student government life, my […]
SFCC Snapshot: Natasha Farmer
“One of the biggest challenges is that many of the classes I was taking were practical classes, and it’s hard to transition those to online, although it hasn’t gone as badly as I thought it would. My instructors have been very creative. In the Wastewater Microbiology class, my instructor found […]
SFCC Snapshot: Russell Fletcher
“I am energized by being around people and that’s why I’ve always been drawn to a traditional classroom. Being in a classroom online is not the same as being in a classroom in person. When our Theories of Teaching and Learning class, taught by sj miller, went online, we met […]
Reduction in Force Announcement May 19, 2020
Dear Colleagues, As we continue to make adjustments and sacrifices in our personal lives in response to COVID-19, so too must our institution respond to the financial challenges of our current and anticipated economic circumstances. I am saddened to announce that due to the unprecedented and unforeseen challenges presented by […]
President’s Update to SFCC Staff and Faculty: Limited Access to Campus Starting May 18; Campus Remains Closed to Public
Dear Colleagues, During this unprecedented and unpredictable time, the college continues to operate in accordance with New Mexico stay-at-home orders and its plans for a tiered and safe reopening. While the college remains closed to students and public throughout the summer semester, I am announcing beginning May 18 the limited […]
President’s Update: April 28, 2020
Dear Colleagues: You continue to inspire me with the many ways you are helping our students and each other navigate this unfamiliar terrain. Thank you. You are making a difference. See the latest issue of Inside SFCC, which describes some of the outstanding outreach that has been implemented to further […]
SFCC President Student Update April 9
Online Fees Waived, Summer & Fall Schedules Available
Dear Students: We at SFCC are proud of you for completing your studies this semester during these difficult times. We want you to be as successful as possible while you continue to pursue your education. We are pleased to announce that we are waiving the online distance learning fees for the […]
Spring 2020 End of Term and
Summer and Fall 2020 Registration Processes
Santa Fe Community College Adjustments to Academic Calendar and Processes Dear Students: We know that this has been a challenging time. Please feel free to reach out to your advisors or the Welcome and Advising Center at 505-428-1270. We want to help you however we can. We know you are […]
Internet Providers Covid-19 information
OIT has compiled information about internet providers’ responses to the Covid-19 crisis. Find your provider below to see what accommodations are available to you at this time: AT&T • Removing Data caps for home internet customers • Free access to public Wi-Fi Century Link • No disconnections and will waive […]
Cybersecurity Training and Tips for Remote Work
OIT Update, March 31
We have had to make an abrupt change to remote work. Remote work increases the risk to SFCC and our resources. Below are some things you can do to protect your home network and SFCC. The Office of Information Technology will post additional information about these recommendations in the coming […]
SFCC – In This Together, Join Me & SGA President Ian Martinez for a Virtual Meeting April 9 – SFCC President Update for Students March 30
Dear Students, Thank you for your patience and perseverance through our current health emergency and for continuing to pursue your studies during this challenging time. I am sure you may have questions or concerns. We’re here to help! We know that it’s hard not to see your classmates, teachers, and […]
Coronavirus Update from the President, In This Together – SFCC President, March 27, 2020
Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff: In these extraordinary circumstances, the response from you – our students, faculty, and staff – has been inspiring. The creative solutions, the dedication to finding workarounds, and the commitment from all of you have been most rewarding. You have shared your expertise and enthusiasm. Thank […]
Commencement and Graduation Deadlines – Associate Vice President for Student Success, March 26, 2020
Dear SFCC Family, It is with a heavy heart to announce that our Spring 2020 commencement exercises will be postponed until a further date. We are working to determine how and when to reschedule the event and will provide more information as soon as possible. We understand how disappointing this […]