¡Palabra!: Sikh
Sikh: Sikhism, or Sikhi Sikkhī, from Sikh, meaning a “disciple”, or a “learner”, is a religion that originated in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent about the end of the 15th century. It is one of the youngest of the major world religions Sikh: Sikhism, o Sikhi Sikkhī, from […]
¡Palabra!: Pow Wow
A pow wow is a social gathering held by many different Native American communities. The word is derived from the Narragansett word powwaw, meaning “spiritual leader“. A modern pow wow is a specific type of event for Native American people to meet and dance, sing, socialize, and honor their cultures. […]
SGA Nominations open now
Student Government Association (SGA) Nomination period for the 2018-19 school year is open now. Executive Officers / Senators Make a Difference / Make Your Voice Heard What: Call for Nominations for (SGA) Executive Officers and Senator Positions for 2018-2019 school year. When: Beginning April 9, 2018 Why: Gain leadership skills, […]
¡Palabra!: Two Spirit
Two Spirit is a Native/American/Indian-First Nation term for people who blend the masculine and the feminine. Used to describe individuals who historically crossed gender boundaries and were accepted (sometimes revered) by Native/First Nation cultures. Source. Espíritu dual es un término nativo americano para la gente que mezcla lo masculino y […]
Phi Theta Kappa News
On March 3, a group from Phi Theta Kappa attended the regional spring convention at UNM Valencia. President Colin Maez, secretary Jenna Rivera, and alumni member Judy Towers went with Emeritus Adviser Jane Abbott to the all day meeting. Various awards, workshops, and 2018 regional officer elections were addressed. The […]
Financial Aid Default Rate Improves
Over the last 4 years the Financial Aid Office has been working to reduce a steadily climbing Cohort Default Rate. The rising rate is largely due to the economic downturn in 2008 that lead to increased borrowing, and the shift from a 2 year default cohort calculation to a 3 […]
Waste Water Treatment Plant Construction Update
The Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) renovations and upgrades project is progressing with no problems and is ahead of schedule. The site leveling and grading is complete and the plumbing and installation of additional ‘sludge beds’ is under construction. Installation of new “sludge beds” drying system. WWTP project work in […]
¡Palabra!: Male-to-Female (MTF)
Male-to-Female (MTF) is a person born or assigned at birth as biologically male, who self-identifies as female and who takes the sex, gender, and identity of a female through dress, mannerisms, behaviors, and may include hormone therapy, and/or surgery. Source: http://www.pflag-pc.org/glossary-of-lgbtq-terms.html Hombre-a-Mujer (MTF) es una persona nacida, o asignada al […]
¡Palabra!: Biracial or Multiracial
Biracial or Multiracial: An individual who identifies as being a member of two or more racial groups. Source: Language Justice Network Biracial o Multiracial: Un individuo que se identifica como miembro de dos (o más) grupos raciales. Fuente: Language Justice Network The word of the week is brought to you […]
DeafTEC Workshops April 28
DeafTEC-Austin Community College will be offering a Writing in the Disciplines Workshop (9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with lunch provided) and a Math Workshop (1 to 5 p.m.) Saturday, April 28 in Room 487. Writing in the Disciplines: A workshop designed to provide STEM faculty at both the secondary and […]
Employee Satisfaction Survey
EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION SURVEY Every year, SFCC conducts an employee satisfaction survey to find out what is important and how satisfied employees feel in a number of areas. This survey is very important to the college because it tells us where the institution needs to direct our energy and resources. In […]
Construction Update for the ‘dirt room’
Construction on the ‘dirt room’ (Room 327) will begin Monday, March 26. Access to the hallway will be limited during construction. The project is anticipated to be completed in November. Read more about the project and to see pictures of the room pre-construction. For more information, contact Andrea Mueller, ext. […]
Sopho-MORE workshop series
The Sopho-MORE workshop series is designed to help students succeed by providing information and advice that they can use on a variety of different levels: educational achievement, career goals, life skills and more. March 29: Mindfully Managing Stress April 10: From Diplomas To Resumes April 25: Transferring 101 Thursday, March […]
¡Palabra!: Coming Out
Coming Out is a process without a distinct beginning or a distinct ending in which a person gradually becomes aware of, claims, and develops their identity as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or queer. Source: comunidades-justas.org Declararse o Salir del armario es un proceso sin un comienzo o final específico en […]
SFCC CERT Team Training
SFCC Citizens Emergency Response Team (CERT) conducted an emergency drill on Friday, March 2. The team practiced emergency management drills with the Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management. Thank you for your support while SFCC employees continued to develop their responses to potential emergency situations. For more information about […]
