Please see below for important dates and information.
2026 KATIE BESSER STUDENT AWARDS
Please consider entering this school year’s Katie Besser Student Awards for writing and art contest. Categories include image/photography, fiction, poetry creative non-fiction, academic essay, en español (any genre), and instructor nominated. Especially consider submitting in the often-underrepresented categories of art, academic essay and en español (any genre).
If any of your pieces are chosen, you will receive monetary prizes (i.e. gift cards), you’ll be eligible to win the SFCC Foundation Richard Bradford Memorial Creative Writing Scholarship, your pieces will be published in our annual anthology called Accolades, and you will have the chance to share your work at our celebratory reading at Meow Wolf!
To submit, you must be enrolled in at least 3 credits, written submissions should be no more than 5 typed pages, images/photographs should be submitted as jpgs or pdfs, you can send up to 6 submissions total, and please don’t put your name on the pieces themselves. Unfortunately, SFCC staff are not eligible.
To enter, email submissions from your student email account to Genevieve Betts (genevieve.betts@sfcc.edu) and include your name, titles & categories of your pieces, your phone number, and your A#. The deadline is March 1st, so if you’re not planning to submit something right away, please put this date in your calendar. Happy submitting.
CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS: ETHICAL USE OF GENERATIVE AI IN LEARNING
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, and Gemini are transforming how we learn, study, and create. At SFCC we believe in using these tools to enhance learning as students develop their skills and competencies. Our Generative AI committee invites SFCC student to share best practices for using AI ethically and effectively in their academic journey. This is your opportunity to showcase how AI can support learning while maintaining integrity, creativity and person effort. Students can submit proposals for 5–10-minute presentation (video, slides, or live) that highlight practical examples, reflections, and tips for responsible AI use. Email proposals to sarah.hood@sfcc.edu
by Oct. 2, with a draft presentation due Oct. 24. Selected presentation will be shared during the week of Nov. 17. Please see the attachment for more information on what we’re looking for, some suggested topics, and additional details.
CAMPUS CUPBOARD AND EXCHANGE
Please see the attached flyer for current hours for the cupboard and the exchange.
CAMPUS CUPBOARD MEAL KITS
The Campus Cupboard is excited to announce Cook Kits! Everything you need to make a nourishing, easy to prepare meal, packed in one bag and ready to take home. Each Cook Kit includes all the ingredients and a simple recipe to help you create a delicious dish with minimal stress and maximum flavor. Designed with students and families in mind, these kits make cooking affordable, accessible, and fun. A new cook kit will be available in late October. Check back to find out the exact date. Good food shouldn’t be complicated. Cook Kits are limited in number, and will be first come, first served.
CAREER COACH
Check out SFCC’s Career Coach your one stop shop for job postings, resume writing, and career exploration. You can quickly apply for any job posted in Career Coach. You can also take a career assessment that identifies our primary areas of strength and provides suggestions for different career paths to explore.
CAREER FAIR ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15
Are you looking for a job? Curious about local employers and job opportunities? Attend the Career Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15 in the Main Building and Campus Center. Local employers will be on campus to speak with students and community members about job opportunities.
CHILDCARE- MAKE SURE YOU’RE ON THE KIDS CAMPUS WAITLIST
Are you in need of childcare? When a spot becomes 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. Student 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.
Fall 2025 CAREER AND TRANSFER WORKSHOPS
Join Career and Transfer Services once a month for a workshop on a career related topic. We will meet on Wednesdays from 3:30 – 4:30 in Room 412. You can also join the workshops virtually via Microsoft Teams. Please email career.services@sfcc.edu for the link to join. Please see the list below and the flyer attached for the dates and topics for the Fall 2025 workshops.
- September: Revamp your Resume
- October: Networking and Career Fair Prep
- November Career Exploration tools
- December: Navigating the Job Search
FREE DIAPERS AVAILABLE THROUGH DIAPER DEPOT AT SFCC EXCHANGE
SFCC students, faculty, staff, and community members can now receive a free monthly supply of diapers and wipes—thanks to a new partnership between the SFCC Exchange and Food Depot’s Diaper Depot. Sizes range from newborn to size 8. To participate, enroll at the Campus Cupboard (Room LL305) or if you already have a CC#, email joanna.johnston@sfcc.edu with your information Please see attached flyer.
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING AND LITERACY COURSE
Student affairs has 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. Nusenda and SFCC 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 on the Welcome section of the MySFCC homepage.
FREE FOOD AND SNACKS
The Campus Cupboard (Room LL305, lower level of the West Wing) offers free groceries and snacks to the SFCC community. You can shop for groceries once a week and grab up to two snacks a day. The Campus Cupboard is open from 8:15 am to 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday when campus is open. The Exchange also has kitchen items, clothing, and diaper program enrollment. No student ID is required—just a quick 5-minute enrollment. Menstrual products are provided by Free Flow New Mexico. Questions? Email cupboard@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1775
FREE MONEY
1) Are you currently enrolled in this 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. The application can be found on your MySFCC page und 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 Ais (FASFSA). If not, it’s easy, apply today at www.fafsa.gov . Even if you are taking a few classes, you may still be eligible. Form more information, please contact our financial aid office at 505-428-1268.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Mon. – Sat., Oct 6-11, 16-week session, Midterm Exams
- Mon. – Sat., Oct 6-11, 1st 8-week session, Final Exams
- 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.
- Student need to pay their current balance to register for the subsequent term. Please contact the Cashier’s office today at 505-428-1211
LIBRARY EXPANDS HOURS
Beginning Sept. 15, the library is open longer hours for the semester: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Weekend hours are back!!
MANDATORY STUDENT EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION- OCTOBER 1, 2025
All student employees must attend the Student Employee Orientation/Professional Development Day on Wednesday 1, 12-5 p.m., Jemez Room 231. Free lunch, door prizes, and games included. Attendance is paid. RSVP today! Questions? Contact Katie Cadena-Priebe at katie.cadenapriebe@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1068.
MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING IN PERSON
Whether you are facing a difficult life experience, wanting tools and support to manage stress, or are struggling to meet your goals, SFCC Counseling Services is here to help! SFCC Counseling is free, confidential and not part of your academic record. To make an appointment with the SFCC counselor either in person or online Mon-Fri 8am – 5pm please visit: https://bit.ly/counselingSFCC. To contact the Counselor, email counselingservices@sfcc.edu. For more information about Counseling Services visit https://www.sfcc.edu/offices/counseling-services/
Free Teletherapy
- UWILL is a national online Counseling Service that partners with SFCC. In addition to being available during the day, they have services available after hours, on weekends and during holidays. To sign up for UWill Counseling you only need your sfcc email address and to visit this link: https://app.uwill.com/login to create an account
- The UWill website also has wellness program videos on topics such as sleep, relationships, academic success and reducing anxiety.
For Urgent Mental Health Support
If you are overwhelmed by life or emotions and don’t know where to turn, these numbers can help you connect privately and receive one-on-one support from a caring, non-judgmental person to help you through the moment. If you need to talk to someone don’t wait to get help! It doesn’t have to be a crisis to call:
- UWill mental health 24/7 line is 833.646.1526 this line is staffed by a licensed mental health professional
- Call or text 988, or chat online at www.988lifeline.org/chat.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 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 colleges. 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.
STATE OF NEW MEXICO INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The State of New Mexico Internship Program offers paid positions starting at $16.20/hour for high school, undergraduate, and graduate students, as well as recent graduates. Internships are available year-round during fall, spring, or summer sessions. Participants can earn a Certification of Work Experience Equivalency, which helps meet qualifications for permanent state positions. Learn more at https://www.spo.state.nm.us/internships/ or by contacting Luis.Burrola@spo.nm.gov. See attached flyer for more information.
STUDENT JOB ALERT – BE A STUDENT RECRUITER
Want to learn skills and earn a paycheck? SFCC’s student recruitment team is hiring a student worker. If you love meeting people, sharing your college experience, and gaining professional skills, this could be the job for you. Not the right fit? No problem—there are lots of student jobs available across campus! Explore openings and learn more about eligibility by contacting Katie Cadena-Priebe, Student Employment Manager at 505-428-1068 or katie.cadenapriebe@sfcc.edu. Or visit, https://www.sfcc.edu/offices/student-employment/ for information on eligibility and how to apply.
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 rom other student parents, follow the SFCC Student Parent Success Program on Facebook and Instagram. Have some ideas for student parent content you’d like to see? Let us know by emailing parentingstudents@sfcc.edu
STUDENT PARENT COACHING, ANYTIME
Remember that the SFCC Student Parent Success Program is here to support you anytime. Just reach out by phone (505) 428-1036 or email us a parentingstudents@sfcc.edu. Discuss your concerns, learn about resources, get help finding child care or developmental services, learn about family activities and parent classes, and more!
THERAPY DOGS IN THE LIBRARY
SFCC Library is hosting a midterm visit from furry, friendly, therapy dogs!!! Please join us in the Library on Wednesday, October 8, from 11am to 1pm for some canine cuddling and stress relief. Students, staff and faculty welcome. Sponsored in conjunction with the Santa Fe’s Animal Shelter Pet Outreach.
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
