ACCEPTING NOW: DENTAL PROGRAM APPLICATIONS
SFCC’s Dental Department is accepting Certificate in Dental Assisting, Associate degree in Dental Health and Certificate in Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) applications for fall 2024, from now till the class is full.
The application and qualification criteria for the program can be found https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/dental/.
For more information, contact director Aamna Nayyar (https://www.sfcc.edu/person/aamna-nayyar/), ext. 1258 or email Aamna.nayyar@sfcc.edu.
CAREER COACH
Check out SFCC’s Career Coach, your one-stop shop for job postings, resume writing, and career exploration. SFCC students and community members can create a free Career Coach account. From there you can upload your resume or create one using the Resume builder that can provide suggestions for how to write your resume based on your work experience. Once your resume is complete, you can quickly apply for any job posted in Career Coach. If you don’t know what kind of job you want, you can take a career assessment that identifies your primary areas of strength and provides suggestions for different career paths to explore. If you have an idea of career paths you are interested in, you can search for specific career pathways and compare projected salaries, required education, and available SFCC academic programs. Click here to create an account and begin your career search!
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING AND LITERACY MINI-COURSE
Student Affairs has just launched a Financial Well-being and Literacy course to help our students ensure they are on a path to financial well-being and making good choices about their money and their future. Watch a preview, an introduction by SFCC Student Resource Coordinator Jocelyn Hernandez-Monsalvo: https://youtu.be/fVo4krhW3j0. Nusenda and SFCC also have a co-branded Financial Wellness website with lots of useful information and tools: https://santafecc.teachbanzai.com/wellness. You can access the course by clicking on the “Financial Literacy” button in the Welcome section of the MySFCC homepage.
FOLLOW THE STUDENT PARENT SUCCESS PROGRAM ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Follow the Student Parent Success Program on social media: To stay up to date on SFCC resources and activities for parenting students and their families, and to hear directly from other student parents, follow the SFCC Student Parent Success Program on Facebook and Instagram. Have ideas for student parent content you’d like to see? Let us know by emailing parentingstudents@ sfcc.edu.
FREE FOOD
The campus cupboard has moved to room LL305. Come by and visit to see our new improved location and maybe do some shopping at the same time. Campus cupboard is offering FREE FOOD this spring semester. Students can visit weekly during open hours to select their own products or pick up a prepacked box. We currently do not require any student identification. Personal hygiene (menstrual products) are available from Free Flow NM. You may schedule an appointment using the Campus Cupboards Booking link on MYSFCC. Check out the new QR code created for the Campus Cupboard which takes you quickly to the Campus Cupboard Bookings site. From there you can shop online or set up an appointment to shop. They have contactless pickup and even delivery. Please see the attached flyer for these services. Question call 505/428-1775 or email: cupboard@sfcc.edu
FREE MONEY
1) Are you a currently enrolled in the Fall semester and are experiencing some financial challenges? Have you experienced a recent emergency and need just a little help? Apply today through the Student Emergency Fund. Applications can be found on your MYSFCC page under Resources (Emergency Assistance Fund). Applications are reviewed frequently, and funds are directly awarded to your account. (The funds cannot cover the cost of tuition or books.)
2) Did you know that you may be eligible for FREE GRANT MONEY? Have you completed your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If not, it’s easy, apply today at www.fafsa.gov. Even if you are taking a few classes, you may still be eligible. For more information, please contact our financial aid office at (505) 428-1268 or join one of the financial aid workshops listed above. The 2024-2025 FAFSA applications are available now.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Friday, September 20, 1st 8-week sessions, Last day to Withdraw from class(es)
- Students will not be dropped for non-payment. If you are currently enrolled, you must pay in full or make payment arrangements with the cashier’s office. Contact them today at cashiers@sfcc.edu.
- Students need to pay their current balance to register for the subsequent term. Please contact the Cashiers office today at 505-428-1211.
JOIN US!!!
CAREER AND MAJOR EXPLORATION WORKSHOPS
SFCC’s Exploratory Academic Advisors and Career & Transfer Advisor will be hosting a Career and Major Exploration Workshop series on August 27th, September 10th, and September 24th. All SFCC students are welcome to attend any and every workshop in this series to learn about how to make career and major decisions using self-reflection! Join us in Room 408 or email Katie Studer at mary.studer@sfcc.edu if you would like the link to join virtually! Please use the QR code on the flyer or click the here to RSVP!
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING SERVICES AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS
SFCC In Person Mental Health Counseling
Meet with an in-person counselor at the Student Wellness Center Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
To make an appointment please visit: https://sfcc.titaniumhwc.com/. To contact the Counselor email counselingservices@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1682
- Walk-ins are welcome to come to the Student Wellness Center (LL312) and if the onsite counselor is available, she will meet with you or schedule a time as soon as possible.
- If the counselor is not available, students have the option of a private room to contact UWill online counseling or any support hotline (we have an available list in the room or see resources below)
SFCC Online Counseling
Online Counseling Options
The SFCC Counselor can also meet online Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. To schedule, please visit https://sfcc.titaniumhwc.com/ and specify that you prefer an online meeting.
UWill is an online Counseling Service that partners with SFCC. In addition to being available during the day, they offer services after hours, on weekends, and during holidays. To sign up for UWill Counseling, you only need your student email address. Visit this link: https://app.uwill.com/login to create an account and choose your therapist, time, and date.
Crisis Lines
- UWill mental health crisis line: 833-646-1526 (staffed by a licensed mental health professional 24/7)
- 988 is a 24/7 support line. If you are overwhelmed by life or emotions and don’t know where to turn, 988 is here to listen and provide private, one-on-one support from a caring, understanding, and non-judgmental person to help you through the moment. No matter the circumstances, don’t wait to get help. Call or text 988, or chat online at www.988lifeline.org/chat.
NEED CHILDCARE? MAKE SURE YOU’RE ON THE KIDS CAMPUS WAITLIST
When a spot comes available at the Kids Campus, students get priority placement. Kids Campus wants to support student parents and hopes that those needing childcare will get on the waitlist.
Children of degree-seeking SFCC students, SFCC employees, and full-time students at the Higher Education Center are prioritized for placement to support a two-generation philosophy of education at the college.
Visit the Kids Campus website for more information. Students receive a 10% discount on the cost of Kids Campus and NM Early Childhood Education and Care Development offers Child Care Assistance to income-eligible students.
NAVIGATING THE AI WAVE: A PRACTICAL WORKSHOP ON GENERATIVE AI TOOLS (STUDENTS ONLY)
WHAT: Explore the capabilities of Generative AI in our this one-hour, librarian-led workshop! You’ll get an introduction to the major Generative AI tools, how to effectively use them, and a balanced look at the ethical considerations of these tools. Join us to gain a clearer understanding of GenAI’s implications for the future.
WHERE: Rm 221
WHEN: Thurs. 9/26, 5:30 – 6:30 pm
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION (2024-2025 ) Available Now
Pay for college with scholarships. One simple application puts you in consideration for state institutional and Foundation private scholarships. Scholarships are available for new and returning, part time and full-time students to help pay for college for the upcoming academic year. Scholarships are also available for second generation college students, Veterans, Native American students, Hispanic students and students with disabilities (must be registered with the SAS department at lanysha.adams@sfcc.edu). SFCC offers performance-based scholarships through Contract for a Better Tomorrow (CBT).
For more information and to apply go to: https://www.sfcc.edu/offices/financial-aid/
If you have questions or need assistance, email the Financial Aid Office at finaid@sfcc.edu from your SFCC student email account. Make sure to include your Student ID number in the email.
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STUDENT PARENT SURVEY
SFCC is building new programs and services for parenting students and working on additional initiatives to make our campus more family-friendly. If you are an SFCC student and are a parent or caregiver of one or more children under age 18, help us learn more about who our parenting students are at SFCC by filling out a short survey in banner. This will also enable us to add you to our student parent email list where we send out information about parent and family activities and other resources.
Please see the attached step by step instructions on how to access the survey.
TRIO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
TRIO is accepting applications for Fall 2024! TRIO offers eligible students great services including academic coaching, tutoring, cultural activities, workshops, and study space. Check out the attached flyer for information on services and eligibility or visit the TRIO web page to apply now! Contact the TRIO office at trio@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1364.
WIN PROJECT
The WIN project employs four Navigators who are actively working to recruit individuals who are unemployed or underemployed or are looking to skill up. Benson is currently assigned to SFCC. WIN Navigators focus is to support low-income individuals, people of color, and people recovering from substance use disorders or those who have been incarcerated to place them into training programs, and connect them with services, resources, employers, and further training to support their success. Please visit the website with this link https://www.nnm-win.com/community-support
Always Your Champion,
Dr. Thomasinia Ortiz-Gallegos
Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
Santa Fe Community College
505-428-1238
thomasinia.ortizgall@sfcc.edu
