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Check out ‘Celestial Bodies’ student art exhibition in the Main Hallway

Make sure to check out the latest exhibition, “Celestial Bodies,” in the Main Hallway. The photographic artworks were all created by Photography student Maxine Chelini. The exhibition is in the Main Hallway across from the Cashiers. The exhibition will be on display until Friday, September 19, 2025.

Maxine Chelini Artist Statement

Inspired in a Photoshop class at SFCC with Marca Reifman, many years past, introduced to Surrealism in photography with Andre Rusch, and awakened to the endless variety of Alternative Photo Processing with Will Wilson, Maxine Chelini has developed a unique style of compiling and printing her work. Using a digital printer to print with Carbon inks on transparent velum and applying Gold Leaf, gives the images another dimension and glow, different from the usual photographic prints.

Celestial Bodies + uses images taken of the Moon, Sun, Solar Eclipse and +, combined with a dancer suspended in air in a moment of Awe.

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News and Announcements

• SFCC along with partners named as semifinalist in NSF regional engines competition
• SFCC offers Group Fitness Instructor Certificate
• Video of Miriam Sagan’s reading “Herding Poems” now available
• Register now for Zumba instructor workshop on September 13 in FEC
• Fire Alarm System Upgrades & Renewal
• Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Art & Leadership opening reception was a big success
• Teacher Job Fair on July 29 was a success
• Congratulations to Massage Therapy graduates
• SFCC services unavailable during SFCC Convocation all-employee meeting on Wednesday, August 13

• Register now for S’WET H2O Workshop on October 3-4
• Registration is open for Fall Continuing Education courses
• Check out the latest issue of Inside SFCC
• Diapers available through Diaper Depot at SFCC Exchange
• Writing Generation Fall Series begins August 20
• Fitness Education Center locker rental updates, deadlines
• Use new Fitness Education Center web page and app
• SFLR is accepting submissions from July 15 through November 1
• New Student Orientations
• Register soon for the best selection of Fall classes

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SFCC along with partners named as semifinalist in NSF regional engines competition

SFCC would participate in the proposed Energized Watershed Engine  

SFCC along with higher education and industry partners has been named as a semifinalist for a proposal in the National Science Foundation (NSF) regional engines competition. The proposed initiative would address water scarcity and resilience across the Southwest. Known as the Energized Watershed Engine (EW Engine), the effort would bring together more than 50 partners and over $641 million in public and private commitments to accelerate water access, reuse and energy innovation.

The proposed initiative will be led by the University of New Mexico. SFCC’s participation will be coordinated by Associate Professor of Advanced Technology and Sustainability Stephen Gómez, Ph.D.

“This partnership gives SFCC an unprecedented opportunity to shape the next generation of water and energy professionals,” Gómez said. “SFCC students will be training a sorely needed workforce at the forefront of solving some of the region’s most urgent challenges.”

He added that if the project is selected for funding that SFCC would lead key enhanced workforce development initiatives that prepare New Mexico’s workforce for careers in advanced water and energy systems. As part of a regional hub-and-spoke model, the college will align technical training with employer needs in infrastructure, energy security and water technology sectors.

“SFCC is proud to be part of a nationally recognized collaboration that advances water and energy sustainability while providing economic opportunity,” said SFCC President Becky Rowley, Ph.D. “This initiative would strengthen our region and expand access to clean water and reliable energy in the communities that need it most.”

Finalists will be determined later this year.

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SFCC offers Group Fitness Instructor Certificate

Do you enjoy fitness and are you interested in helping others get fit? Consider the Group Fitness Instructor Certificate, which can be completed in just three semesters. The 28.5 credit program prepares students the skills and experience to lead safe and effective and engaging group fitness classes in a variety of formats.

For more information contact Kim Hopkins via email at kimberly.hopkins@sfcc.edu. Find out more about the program/certificate at https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/group-fitness-instructor/.

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Video of Miriam Sagan’s reading “Herding Poems” now available

Enjoy the video recording above of Herding Poems an Online Reading with Miriam Sagan presented by the SFCC Library on July 31.

When Miriam Sagan was approaching 70 she started to sort her files of “uncollected” poems. These poems had been published in magazines, but not in books. Did they merit being collected? The answer was that most did not, but there was a book-length manuscript that could be assembled. These poems begin in the mid 1970s and run to the present. They are quirkier, perhaps more eccentric, her more publicly accessible writing.

In this presentation viewers were invited to share in the experience of excavating poetry, memory, landscape, and a life in New Mexico. The event began with a half-hour reading by Sagan from WHAT SOLITUDE SEES IN ME: Uncollected Poems 1976-2023 from Casa Urraca Press in Abiquiu. Then there was an open discussion on how to put a poetry manuscript together. This editorial process can be daunting for both beginners and established poets, but there are numerous handy strategies that create a readable and enjoyable book of poetry.

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Register now for Zumba instructor workshop on September 13 in FEC

The SFCC School of Fitness Education (SOFE) will host a Zumba instructor training (fees apply) in the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center (FEC) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 13. Use TSZUMBA65 for 65% off your training (only for new instructors.) To register for Zumba instructor training visit this link. Any questions? Send an email to tomas.duran@sfcc.edu.

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Fire Alarm System Upgrades & Renewal

Fire Alarm System Upgrades & Renewal at SFCC

SFCC is undergoing a large Fire Alarm system upgrade and renewal. There will be no impact to current Fire Alarm systems or normal daily activities. You may see our vendor, Intraworks, working in various areas over the next few months.

For questions please contact: Andrea Mueller, SFCC Assistant Director, Facilities and Operations, c. 505-930-9781 w.505-428-1873, andrea.mueller1@sfcc.edu

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Georgia O’Keeffe Museum Art & Leadership opening reception was a big success

Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel said about two hundred people cycled through the Visual Arts Gallery from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1 for the opening that SFCC hosted for the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum’s Art & Leadership Show. The artwork of the middle school students who were part of the museum program is on exhibition in the Visual Arts Gallery through August 20. Read more about the show in the museum’s press release. Thanks to Linda Cassel for the images. Click to see larger.

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Teacher Job Fair on July 29 was a success

Teacher Education Coordinator Kayla Garcia reports that there was a great turnout for the Teacher Job Fair on July 29. She shared that SFCC had about 10 new students sign up for enrollment with SFCC and the alternative licensure program. She was thrilled to report, “We had many of our new students and existing SFCC students interview for jobs with SFPS who got on the spot job offers.” Thanks to all who participated and the support staff who assisted in the event at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center! She also shared these wonderful photos from the event.

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Congratulations to Massage Therapy graduates

SFCC graduated its fifth cohort in the Massage Therapy program! 15 students will take the next steps to becoming Licensed Massage Therapists in New Mexico. They offered 570 massages in the Student Massage Clinic in the SFCC Fitness Education Center from March-July 2025!

SFCC will be starting with the sixth cohort in the Fall 2025 semester.

For more information about the Massage Therapy program including an application, visit https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/massage-therapy/.

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SFCC services unavailable during SFCC Convocation all-employee meeting on Wednesday, August 13

SFCC services will not be available on Wednesday, August 13 until 11 a.m.
William C. Witter Fitness Education Center will open at noon Aug. 13 and close at 3:30 p.m. Aug.14
Santa Fe Higher Education Center and Kids Campus will observe regular hours.

Santa Fe Community College’s services including front desk reception, academic advising, registration assistance and the cashier’s office will not be available on Wednesday, August 13 until 11 a.m. due to a campuswide Convocation employee meeting. Services will resume after 11 a.m. via email, phone, online and in-person. William C. Witter Fitness Education Center (FEC) will be closed until noon on August 13. The FEC will also close early at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, for a faculty and staff meeting.

The Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road, and Kids Campus, the college’s early childcare and education center at 6401 Richards Avenue, will be open and observe regular hours.

Fall 2025 credit class registration continues online at https://www.sfcc.edu/. Fall classes begin on Monday, August 18. For more information on how to register for classes visit sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/. For information about enrolling in Continuing Education classes visit https:/www.sfcc.edu/continuing-education/.

Throughout the year, SFCC offers a variety of ways to stay notified about weather- and holiday-related delays, cancellations, closures and emergencies. While the college does notify the public of severe weather and emergency conditions through print, television and radio news outlets, additional information can be accessed quickly through the following:

• Visit www.sfcc.edu, and see a notification on the home page
• Visit the college’s Weather and Closure web page
• Check the SFCC Facebook page
• Check your SFCC email account
• Call the college’s main number at 505-428-1000, the message will be updated in case of closure
• Watch local TV news
• To receive SFCC text message and/or email alerts, subscribe to SFCC Alert at https://www.sfcc.edu/sfcc-alert/

Campus Safety & Security can be reached at all times, including during campus closures, at 505-428-1224.

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Register now for S’WET H2O Workshop on October 3-4

S’WET H2O Workshop, Oct. 3 and Oct. 4

Weekend of Water Workshops!
Join us at the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center for an entire weekend of aquatic fitness workshops PLUS become certified in S’WET™ as part of our Instructor Training — a full day of intensive education and practical learning designed to revamp and reinvigorate your aquatic fitness teaching skills!

For details and to register, please visit: https://www.jennilynnfitness.com/event-details/santafe

This dual workshop is for community and student members to participate in with a certification component built in for being a water aerobics instructor. Fees apply.

Employees: Before registering, contact Tomas Duran at tomas.duran@sfcc.edu for special pricing opportunities.

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Registration is open for Fall Continuing Education courses

New catalog includes 79 new offerings. Classes begin on August 18.

Registration for Fall 2025 Continuing Education (CE) classes is now open. Register online at https://sfcc.augusoft.net/ Classes begin on Monday, August 18. The new catalog features 79 fresh offerings alongside a rich mix of returning favorites across art, history, outdoor adventure, culinary exploration, and professional development. For information or to download a copy of the catalog visit https://www.sfcc.edu/ce.

Continuing Education Director Benjamin Lincoln said, “We are very excited about the Fall catalog and the increasing partnerships we’ve developed throughout the Santa Fe community. These collaborations are not only expanding access to hands-on learning but also deepening our community connections.”

This semester brings special highlights including immersive outdoor experiences from Brad Childs and The Wilderness Institute, marking its 40th anniversary with a full slate of overnight survival skills, archery, astronomy hikes, and eco-camping adventures that emphasize resilience and personal growth.

Cultural programming also thrives thanks to museum director Jan Gottshalk’s engaging new classes at the Nuevo Mexicano Heritage Arts Museum, offering behind-the-scenes access and hands-on artistry rooted in New Mexico’s rich heritage. The CE department also welcomes the dynamic contributions of Ph.D. candidate Carlos Rovelo, whose lectures uniquely blend contemporary perspectives on agave spirits with insights into art history.

SFCC celebrates continuing collaborations with other regional institutions such as The Four Seasons Resort Santa Fe, CHOMP, Chef David Sellers & Horno restaurant, Chef Johnny Vee and Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe, Chef Peter O’Brien, Sommelier Byron Rudolph, Susan’s Fine Wines, and the City of Santa Fe.

Culinary arts, wellness, history, and conservation take center stage in offerings such as “Tamales and Rellenos” cooking workshops, moonlit yoga, and historical lectures in luxury settings.

Energy Smart Academy expands its “How-To” programming with practical courses in renewable energy and sustainable living. A growing partnership with the City of Santa Fe focuses on water conservation education, reinforcing SFCC’s role as a hub for lifelong learning and civic engagement. Explore the full catalog online at https://www.sfcc.edu/ce. For registration assistance email ce@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1676. SFCC employees can use EEB benefits to attend most classes.

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Check out the latest issue of Inside SFCC

Be an SFCC Insider! Don’t miss reading the latest issue of the college’s enewsletter, Inside SFCC Vol. 6. Learn about one of SFCC’s newest courses.

In a world flooded with information, SFCC is launching a new 14-week online course, LIBR 1111: Introduction to Information Literacy in an Electronic Environment, to help students develop critical research skills. The course equips students of all ages with tools to evaluate sources, spot misinformation, and effectively use digital tools.

Find out more about this important course into today’s digital world in this dynamic interview with Reference Librarian and Instructor Sarah Hood and Library Director Valerie Nye in the story, “From Confusion to Clarity: Helping students develop information literacy skills.”

Also find out how SFCC strengthened its role in workforce development, civic engagement, and community education by hosting U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer and a statewide literacy program, as well as collaborating with local news outlets to present fall election forums in “Community Engagement Highlights.”

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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 the 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.

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Writing Generation Fall Series begins August 20

Authors include Chip Livingston, Rowena Alegría and James Thomas Stevens. Sessions begin August 20.
Pre-register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WriGenFall2025

SFCC’s Library and Creative Writing program present the free online Fall 2025 Writing Generation (Wri-Gen) Series beginning August 20 led by esteemed authors. Each author will read at an introductory session. In a follow-up Zoom meeting the author will engage the participants in a writing exercise/creative session. Attendees can go to any of the sessions by registering just once at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WriGenFall2025. The sessions begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and will feature these writers: Chip Livingston (Aug. 20 reading; Aug. 27 creative session), Rowena Alegría (Sept. 17 reading; Sept. 24 creative session) and James Thomas Stevens (Oct. 22 reading; Oct. 29 creative session).

At the end of the semester participants will have an opportunity to share their work during the final Zoom session on November 19. Registrants will receive a Zoom link via email the morning of each event.

SFCC Library Director Valerie Nye and SFCC professor of English and Creative Writing Austin Eichelberger are coordinating the free Writing Generation Series, which began in Spring 2024.

Nye said, “This free online series is open to the public and consists of two types of events: readings by writers with a New Mexico connection and creative sessions. Attendees will be given time to write as they engage in a creative discussion and/or respond to writing prompts during the creative sessions. Each semester concludes with an online reading for our attendees, giving them the chance to share the work they created with the guest authors during the series.”

Eichelberger added, “These events are about giving people space and inspiration to write. We’re excited to offer this series that gives the online community an opportunity to engage with creative writers while developing their own voices.”

The public is welcome to attend one or all sessions. Since the Wri-Gen series began more than 100 people have attended the free online sessions.

Chip Livingston

• 6 p.m. Aug. 20 reading
• 6 p.m. Aug. 27 creative session

Bio: Chip Livingston is the mixed-blood Creek author of six books: three collections of poetry, a novel, a nonfiction children’s book, and a story and essay collection. He’s also the editor of Love, Loosha: The Letters of Lucia Berlin and Kenward Elmslie. His writing has appeared in Ploughshares, Prairie Schooner, Poem-A-Day, and other literary journals. Livingston teaches in the MFA program at the Institute of American Indian Arts. He lives in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Chip Livingston’s description of his writing: Livingston writes from the margins, mixing genres and forms with an aim to combine the best elements of poetry and prose to surprising results.

Chip Livingston’s creative session: Livingston will provide prompts and examples applicable to all genres (or mixing genres) in a creative session intended to provoke new approaches to lyric and narrative storytelling.

Rowena Alegría

• 6 p.m. Sept. 17 reading
• 6 p.m. Sept. 24 creative session

Bio: Rowena Alegría served as Chief Storyteller for the City & County of Denver, founder and director of the Denver Office of Storytelling, from 2019 to 2024. The world’s only storytelling, cultural preservation and narrative change project created nine documentary films and about a hundred short films, made about four million impressions on social media and hosted more than seventy community events in which story opened into conversations about our collective history, challenges and triumphs.

Under Alegría’s leadership, the team brought resident voices and histories out of the shadows and onto big and little screens for more than half million people. The work was selected for five film festivals, nominated for six Heartland Emmy Awards and honored with some 27 different awards, including History Colorado’s Josephine H. Miles Award for a major contribution to state history.

Alegría has spoken around the world about the power of storytelling, including before the National Civic League, Georgetown University Center for Social Impact, American Planning Association, Smart Cities Connect, Center for Public Safety Excellence, and at a one-day symposium inspired by the Office of Storytelling and organized by Sorbonne University. She was Naropa University’s 2024 Cobb Peace Lecturer and among the urban thought leaders at the first Bruner Debates on Urban Excellence. She once moderated an evening with the amazing Rita Moreno.

Alegría was the 2021 Ricardo Salinas Scholar in Fiction at Aspen Words and has been the recipient of art-making fellowships and residencies. She earned an MFA in Fiction from the Institute of American Indian Arts and is a member of Sandra Cisneros’ Macondo Writers Workshop. Her creative writing has appeared in publications including The Rumpus, the Mississippi Review, the Hennepin Review and a 2023 anthology titled We Are the West. A filmmaker, career journalist, communications executive and speech writer, she is writing a novel that plays with form and the history of the Southwest. She was adopted and raised in Denver. For more, see http://www.RowenaAlegria.com

Rowena Alegría Artist Statement: Adopted at birth, inheritance and identity fascinate me. I knew the woman who gave me light only in the sharing of fluids and nutrients. For nine months, I experienced her tears, her rabia, her indecision. I heard her words in languages I would learn long afterward. I imagine her intimations wait like timed bombs in my consciousness and go off as whispered intuition. From her, I inherited a love of learning and a passion for words and justice. Surrendered at birth, I marvel at how I know so little of her in artifact or experience, as she walked on before my search, but how so much of her – learned from her poems and dissertation, from her survivors, those who loved her but didn’t know her well enough to know I existed – survives in my genes.

My work in progress, a novel titled “500 Springs,” takes a particular interest in these ideas coupled with the legacy of colonialism on the indigenous and mestizo peoples of what is now Mexico and the southwestern United States, which includes my home state of Colorado. The novel explores the potential of souls carrying over generations the unresolved pain of the past as well as unfulfilled love and promises.

James Thomas Stevens

• 6 p.m. Oct. 22 reading
• 6 p.m. Oct. 29 creative session

Bio: James Thomas Stevens (Akwesasne Mohawk) was born in Niagara Falls, New York and grew up between Six Nations Reserve in Ontario (the birthplace of his grandfather), the Akwesasne Mohawk Reservation in upstate New York (birthplace of his grandmother), and the Tuscarora Reservation in western New York (where his grandparents settled). He attended the Institute of American Indian Arts, Naropa University’s Jack Kerouac School of Disembodies Poetics, and Brown University’s graduate C.W. program. Stevens is the author of eight books of poetry, including, Combing the Snakes from His Hair, Mohawk/Samoa: Transmigrations, A Bridge Dead in the Water, The Mutual Life, Bulle/Chimere, and DisOrient, and The Golden Book. He is a 2000 Whiting Award recipient and a 2005 finalist for the National Poetry Series Award.  He teaches in IAIA’s undergraduate and graduate Creative Writing Programs. He teaches Poetry, Creative nonfiction, Native American literature, and literary world survey courses. He lives in Cañoncito, New Mexico.

Participant Reading

The Participant Reading will allow those who’ve attended the series to share some of their personal writing inspired by the series.

• 6 p.m. Nov. 19 participant reading

For additional information about the series, please contact SFCC Library Director Valerie Nye via email at valerie.nye@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1506. For more information about SFCC’s Creative Writing program visit https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/creative-writing/.

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Fitness Education Center locker rental updates, deadlines

SFCC William C. Witter Fitness Education Center – Locker Rental Update

• All lockers must be emptied by August 1.
• Tall lockers will be for day use only.
• Locker rentals reopen August 11 – available to SFCC students only, on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Rentals must be purchased in person at the FEC front desk.

Questions? Call 505-428-1615.

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Use new Fitness Education Center web page and app

SFCC William C. Witter Fitness Education Center presents Fusion (a new web page and app).

Fusion fitness.sfcc.edu is your go-to hub for all things fitness!
Easily access punch passes, facility schedules and locker rentals.
Managing your fitness journey is simple and convenient.

The new web landing page and the app will serve as the central hub for locker renewals and massage therapy appointments, since Time Tap is no longer available.

Visit fitness.sfcc.edu or download the SFCC Fitness Center app to explore all the great features Fusion offers. Let’s get moving! SFCC Fitness Education Center is the name of the app available for download from the Apple app store or Google Play apps.

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SFLR is accepting submissions from July 15 through November 1

Details and submission guidelines at https://www.sfcc.edu/santa-fe-literary-review/

Santa Fe Literary Review (SFLR), published annually by Santa Fe Community College, is accepting online submissions from July 15 through November 1, 2025.

SFLR’s editors invite the public to submit creative nonfiction, fiction, poetry and visual arts. Submission guidelines and instructions are available at Submittable, an online submissions platform: https://santafecommunitycollege.submittable.com/submit. There is no cost to submit.

SFLR’s suggested theme for the upcoming issue is “Resistance: Grit, Rebellion, and Dissent.” Learn more at https://www.sfcc.edu/santa-fe-literary-review/. Free copies of the current SFLR are available at public libraries and the Santa Fe Community College Library.

If you have questions, please email SFLR at sflr@sfcc.edu.

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New Student Orientations: Aug. 15

New Student Orientation (NSO) for fall have begun. Encourage new and prospective students to register for this fun, lively introduction to the college. Do you know someone who is planning on attending this fall? Encourage them to pre-register. If you are on campus and see the new students touring the campus, please welcome them.

New or prospective students should pre-register at https://bit.ly/sfcc-nso-fall25.

The last NSO sessions is scheduled for:

August

• Friday, August 15, 1-6 p.m.

“New Student Orientation is a great way for students to get comfortable on campus before classes start,” said Michelle Aragon, Welcome and Support Coordinator. “They get to meet other students, find out about helpful resources, and start building their community here at SFCC. We want everyone to feel confident and supported as they begin this new chapter.”

New Student Orientation (NSO) is designed for all first-time, degree-seeking students, whether attending full or part time. SFCC also welcomes prospective students who want to learn more about SFCC.

Each New Student Orientation session includes a welcome from college leadership, an overview of student services, guidance on using the mySFCC portal, and tips for accessing campus resources.

New or prospective SFCC students can reach out to Welcome and Support Coordinator Michelle Aragon at 505-428-1050 or michelle.aragon1@sfcc.edu for more information about New Student Orientation and getting started at SFCC.

Fall credit classes begin on August 18. For information on registration visit sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/ or call 505-428-1270.

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Register soon for the best selection of Fall classes

Fall 2025 registration is now open. For the best selection of classes, register as soon as possible.

Call 505-428-1270 for help with credit enrollment or visit https://www.sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/. Fall semester classes begin on Monday, August 18.

If you have an issue with your password or accessing MySFCC, contact the Office of Information Technology (OIT) Help Desk at 505-428-1222.

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Creative Writing classes for students and staff

Ready to write your story? Whether you’re into poetry, fiction, or personal narrative, SFCC’s Creative Writing classes are the place to explore your voice, sharpen your skills, and connect with a community of writers—open to students and staff!

Fall 2025 Creative Writing Offerings:

ENGL 1320 – Exploring Creative Writing

• Online, asynchronous with Genevieve Betts
• Wednesdays, 5:30–6:45 p.m. (Room 221, web-blended) with Stanley Eichelberger

ENGL 2320 – Intro to Fiction Writing

• Online, asynchronous with Stanley Eichelberger

ENGL 2330 – Intro to Poetry Writing

• Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Room 220) with Genevieve Betts

ENGL 2340 – Intro to Creative Nonfiction Writing

• Online, asynchronous with Stanley Eichelberger

Enroll now—classes start August 18!

Student Job Spotlight: Student Recruitment

Are you outgoing and enjoy working with the public? Become a Student Recruiter! Join SFCC Recruitment and earn while you share your SFCC experience with prospective students. Must be available to work morning shifts, have strong communication skills, and possess a positive attitude and the willingness to engage with prospective students, families, and community members.

To explore available jobs and learn about eligibility, visit sfcc.edu/offices/student-employment or contact
Katie Cadena-Priebe, Student Employment Manager, 505-428-1068, katie.cadenapriebe@sfcc.edu.

Earn a Child Development Certificate (CDC) in two semesters

The CDC certificate program offers classes in English or Spanish.

Focus on photography this fall

Check out this sample of Photography classes being offered this fall.

Special Projects: Advanced Black & White (ARTS 2429, CRN 20623)

Expands upon analog black & white photographic techniques and concepts using a variable, project-oriented format. Sessions are used for discussion, critiques, and hands-on production time for the special topic being covered. Projects are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts. This class will introduce students to advanced analog techniques in the darkroom for printing and developing black & white film.

Special Projects: Pinhole Photography (ARTS 2429, CRN 20638)

This class will focus on the use of analog pinhole photography. Expands upon photographic techniques and concepts using a variable, project-oriented format. Sessions are used for discussion, critiques, and hands-on production time for the special topic being covered. Projects are designed to deepen understanding of photography in contemporary and historical contexts.

Lighting for Digital Photography (ARTS 1531, CRN 20637)

Students learn how to use lighting techniques and equipment for digital photography. This course offers students an opportunity to use studio lighting equipment to photograph portraits, still life objects, flat and 3-D artwork, and objects and products for web marketing: which will enable them to use this knowledge in the workplace or for personal portfolio use. Students will be shown how photographers use lighting equipment and techniques in the commercial photography field. Students will also be able to assess their own lighting equipment needs and be able to make informed decisions when purchasing lighting equipment. This class will also cover various softwares used for digital photography and lighting, such as Capture One.

History of Photography (ARTH 2245, CRN 20639)

A course designed to provide students with a fundamental working knowledge of the major trends in the aesthetic, conceptual, and technical aspects of photography from its beginnings in the 1830s to the recent practices of photographers and artists working with photographic technologies. Together we investigate photography’s role as an artistic medium as a central focus, as well as its broader role in our visual, political, and social culture. Textbook readings, online lectures, discussions boards, exams, and other activities assist students in gaining a critical understanding of photography.

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 flyer for more information.

Learn Portuguese this fall

Are you still looking to fulfill a humanities or foreign language requirement this fall? Consider enrolling in PORT 1110: Beginning Portuguese, a dynamic and engaging Hi-Flex course that lets you attend in person or remotely.

This revived course introduces the essentials of Portuguese language and culture, offering a fresh opportunity for students to explore one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Class Details:
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🕠 5:30–7:15 p.m.
📍 Hi-Flex (Attend in person or online)
📆 Starts August 18, 2025

Questions? Contact instructor John Terzi at john.terzi@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1316.

New Information Literacy class offered in fall

A new Information Literacy class will be offered this fall. LIBR 1111 (CRN 20636) is an online 3-credit hour class that will be offered this fall.

• Cut through the noise and get straight to reliable information! Get ready to level up your critical thinking and research game!
• In this convenient online course, you’ll learn how to fact-check news, decode media bias and understand the role of AI in information – skills that will serve you in college and beyond.

Questions? Contact sarah.hood@sfcc.edu.

English 1110: Composition I for Spanish speakers in Fall semester

English 1110: Composition I for Spanish speakers

This bilingual section of English 1110 supports Spanish speakers in developing skills in English composition, while simultaneously recognizing the value of their native language as a foundation for success. Permission is required to enroll.

For anyone interested, please contact professor, Joseph Klemens via email at joseph.klemens@sfcc.edu.

Inglés 1110: Composición I para hispanohablantes

Esta sección de English 1110, que se enseña de forma bilingüe, apoya a los hispanohablantes en el desarrollo de habilidades en la composición en inglés, reconociendo al mismo tiempo el valor de su lengua materna como base para el éxito. Se requiere permiso para inscribirse.

Si tiene interés en tomar este curso, por favor contacte al profesor Joseph Klemens (joseph.klemens@sfcc.edu)

Apply now for Fall Student Worker jobs

Hiring has begun and is ongoing for fall student workers. Earn $15 an hour and work on campus 20 hours per week. Apply at https://www.sfcc.edu/offices/student-employment/.

Job openings available in the following areas:

• Campus Cupboard
• Continuing Education
• Copy Center
• Film Department
• Foundations
• Kids Campus
• Media Arts
• On-line Teaching and Learning
• Photo Lab Monitor
• Planetarium/Medical Simulation Technician
• Registrar’s Office
• Student Engagement
• Student Recruitment
• Testing Center
• Tutoring

Contact Katie Cadena Priebe at katie.cadenapriebe@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1068 for more information or to apply!

Student Parent Success Program available to help parenting students anytime

Students who are juggling parenting and school are encouraged to reach out anytime to the Student Parent Success Program by calling 505-428-1036 or by sending an email to parentingstudents@sfcc.edu.

• Discuss your concerns as a parent
• Learn about resources and support as a parent
• Get help finding childcare
• Get help assessing developmental assessments for your child
• Find out about family activities and parenting classes

Students: 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 N.M. Early Childhood Education and Care Development offers Child Care Assistance to income-eligible students.

Join “Supporting Student Parents” Convocation Session
1-2 p.m. Tuesday, August 12 on Zoom

Balancing coursework, parenting, and life’s demands takes extraordinary dedication. On Tuesday, August 12, from 1 to 2 p.m., SFCC’s Student Parent Success Program invites faculty and staff to join a special Zoom session that sheds light on the student parent experience. Hear firsthand from a current student parent and learn practical ways to support their success—both in the classroom and beyond. The Zoom link can be found in the Fall Convocation schedule.

ABC Suicide Prevention Convocation Sessions
Attend 9-10 a.m. Monday or Tuesday in room 485

Learn how to make a difference in just 60 minutes. The Ask, Be Present, Connect (ABC) Partner Class is a free training that teaches how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, understand common causes of suicidal behavior, and connect someone in crisis with help. Presented in a clear, concise format using best practices, the class equips participants with practical skills to support those in need. Upon completion, attendees will receive a one-year ABC Suicide Prevention Partner certificate.

Choose from two sessions, both held on SFCC’s Main Campus in Room 485:

• Monday, August 11, 9–10 a.m.
• Tuesday, August 12, 9–10 a.m.

For additional information, contact: mulan.chanrandel@sfcc.edu

SFCC team attended AFIT Summer Higher Education Summit

A cross‑functional team from Santa Fe Community College traveled to Jacksonville, Florida, July 30–August 2 to participate in the 2025 AFIT (Alliance for Innovation & Transformation) Higher Education Summer Institute. This year’s theme,“Leading at the Speed of Change,” brought together higher education leaders from across the country to explore innovative strategies for adapting to rapidly evolving technologies, student expectations, and workforce needs.

The Institute featured keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and collaborative “team time” designed to help institutions respond proactively to change.

The SFCC delegation focused on identifying opportunities to enhance the student experience, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen partnerships with local industries. Sessions also explored strategies for preparing students for careers in a rapidly evolving job market, and for ensuring colleges can quickly adapt to shifting demands.

SFCC’s Jonathan Harrell and Roxanne Tapia Perform in Encantado August 8-24 at Teatro Paraguas

SFCC staff members Jonathan Harrell, Academic Advisor, and Roxanne Tapia, Executive Assistant for Marketing and Public Relations, are featured in Encantado: The Poetry of New Mexico, opening August 8 at Teatro Paraguas in Santa Fe.

Part of Teatro Paraguas’ poesía viva (living poetry) series, Encantado brings New Mexico’s diverse poetic voices to the stage in a fully dramatized ensemble performance. The show includes work by renowned poets such as Joy Harjo, N. Scott Momaday, Luci Tapahonso, Francisco X. Alarcón, and Levi Romero, alongside emerging writers and traditional trovos (folk songs), with live musical accompaniment.

Most of the performance is in English, with Spanish-language poems presented with English translations projected above the stage.

The show runs August 8–24 at Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie. For tickets and more information, visit teatroparaguasnm.org/encantado.

Come out and support SFCC’s performers as they bring New Mexico’s poetry to life!

Fall Convocation sessions continue through Friday, August 15

Convocation sessions and activities begin on Thursday, August 7 and run through Friday, August 15. Among the sessions on this Thursday, August 7, are the Staff and Faculty Senate meetings. Visit the Fall Convocation Schedule 2025 for the list of individual sessions and professional development opportunities. Please use the link for the most current schedule, which updates frequently. 

Upon reviewing the schedule, you’ll notice that some events will be held on campus, others will take place in a hybrid format, and some will be conducted in person. Please review the schedule carefully and talk to your supervisor or deans if you have additional questions. Please note: The President’s Opening from 9 to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, August 13, is mandatory for Staff and Faculty.

RSVP for Title IX Protections and Accommodations for Pregnant and Postpartum Students 1-2 p.m. Aug. 13

This session is part of Fall 25 Convocation, and all employees are welcome to attend. Learn how Title IX protects the rights of pregnant and postpartum students.
RSVP is required to attend: https://lu.ma/sfccswc

SFCC has selected Ben Cichowski as Energy Smart Academy Director

SFCC has selected Ben Cichowski as the new Director of the Energy Smart Academy (ESA). ESA trains students in weatherization, clean energy programs, water conservation, and offers pre-apprenticeships to become Home Energy Auditors. Cichowski began his role on July 14, 2025.

“SFCC is excited to work with Ben Cichowski in his role as director,” said SFCC President Becky Rowley, Ph.D. “Ben has a national track record of workforce development in federal and residential energy programs. He has created innovative programs for industry professionals to further the adoption and understanding of building efficiency and renewables within low-income programs.”

SFCC Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Margaret Peters added, “Ben Cichowski is a dedicated building science and efficiency professional, with more than 15 years of experience in instructional development and delivery, weatherization and safety training delivery, federal clean energy policy interpretation, and workforce development.”

Cichowski has been in the world of building science and home energy efficiency for more than 15 years. In that time, he pioneered teaching techniques that have moved the industry forward by placing the important people doing this work directly in the public eye. His online series WxTV brought the world of weatherization to the masses and his four-part series Home Energy Pro highlighted the integration of solar technologies into low-income housing, serving as a model for other programs to do the same.

Cichowski was the Director of the Montana Weatherization Training Center through the 2010s and has most recently served as a Senior Technical Consultant with Simonson Management Services, working within the technical administration of the Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). He’s a seasoned instructor, teaching topics ranging from building science, to biology, to engineering, and environmental health and safety.

He holds a master’s degree in civil/environmental engineering from Texas A&M University, College Station and undergraduate degrees in biological aspects of conservation and zoology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

When he’s not at work, Ben can be found working on the family home, tinkering on cars and motorcycles, or tromping through the natural world in and around Bozeman, Montana with his wife and three girls, skiing/snowboarding, biking, hiking with their dogs, hunting, fishing, climbing, and riding motorcycles. He’s an avid ultrarunner, so once or twice a year, you’re also likely to see him struggling through a 100-mile race somewhere mountainous.

For more information about the Energy Smart Academy visit https://www.sfcc.edu/offices/new-mexico-energy-smart-academy/, email ESADirector@sfcc.edu or call 505- 428-1676.

Summer Online Teaching & Learning Professional Development Opportunities

SFCC’s Office of Online Teaching and Learning is offering several professional development options this summer to support faculty in designing and improving online and hybrid courses. Opportunities include Quality Matters workshops—such as Designing Your Online Course (DYOC), Designing Your Hybrid Course (DYHC), and Improving Your Online Course (IYOC)—with fees covered by the Title V EXITO Grant upon receipt of badge. Additional offerings include HyFlex Course Design sessions (July 7–13 and August 18–24), internal training on SFCC Course Development Standards, and a new three-phase course review process in Canvas that allows faculty to earn digital badges.

To register or learn more, contact Julia Dunkin at julia.dunkin@sfcc.edu or visit sfcc.edu/otl.

CHESS Connection Newsletter – August 6, 2025

The August 2025 CHESS Connection highlights the upcoming launch of Workday Student, a new, user-friendly system that will streamline registration, academic planning, and data access for students and staff at CHESS member colleges. It also shares updates on the latest Workday release, celebrates CHESS Superstar Vanessa Au, and invites readers to upcoming events and feedback opportunities

Read the full issue here.

Read CHESS Connection

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Duplicating Center accepting photos for SFCC Pet of the Month

Send pictures of your pet to DuplicatingCenter@sfcc.edu. Each month a pet will be chosen, and notepads will be available with their picture. The proud owner will receive a 36×36 poster of their pet.

The Duplicating Center hopes to collect enough pictures to create a 2025 SFCC Pet Calendar.

Requirements:

• Must be a your own photo, no professional portraits
• Must be submitted by the last week of each month

Contact Michael at the Duplicating Center with questions.

WOW awards – nominate an outstanding coworker today!

The Office of Human Resources recognizes WOW recipients for their dedicated work and commitment to Santa Fe Community College.

Please be sure to nominate someone who you think is doing a great job here at SFCC.

The award is a $25.00 gift certificate from Amazon.
The submission form can be found at the SFCC Connect portal, Home » Online Forms/Surveys/Tests » Online Forms » Office of Human Resources or nominate by reaching out to Donna Castro at donna.castro@sfcc.edu.

New employees: We’d like to get to know you!

Staff Senate is encouraging new staff employees to come to an upcoming Staff Senate to introduce yourselves.

Campus Weekly would also love to introduce new staff and faculty members. Please send us your name, job title, when you started at SFCC, brief bio and photo (it can be a selfie!) to Submit News.

If you’re new to SFCC, we’d love to introduce you to the our community. We’re happy you’re working with us at SFCC!

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SFCC Art Instructor Sudeshna Sengupta was a guest presenter at N.M. Watercolor Society

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Drawing and Painting instructor gave a presentation on Applied Colory Theory for Watercolorists

Drawing and Painting Instructor Sudeshna Sengupta was invited to be the guest-presenter to open the New Mexico Watercolor Society’s ’25 – ’26 season this August in Albuquerque. Her topic of discussion was Applied Color Theory for Watercolorists.

TATC closed May 12-Aug 15 for HVAC renovation

The Trades and Advanced Technologies Building will be closed for the summer in order to remodel the HVAC system. When complete, this project will provide much needed fresh air to the building.

There will be no access for students, faculty, staff, or the public. For more information contact Helen Doherty, Facilities & Operations, Manager of Special Projects at helen.doherty@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1064.

SFCC Duplicating Center summer hours
M-Th 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

The Duplicating Center will operate on a modified summer schedule beginning immediately. Summer hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Duplicating Center is located on lower level of the main building room LL302. Duplicating center orders must be submitted through the Copy Request System button in MySFCC.

Please note: The center will be closed the week of May 26 for system updates. Plan ahead for your printing and copying needs.

For questions or assistance, please contact the Duplicating Center at DuplicatingCenter@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1728 during operating hours.

Alfredo Celedón Luján’s videos of reading and creative sessions available

SFCC’s Library and Creative Writing Department’s Spring Wri-Gen series featured its second author Alfredo Celedón Luján with a reading on April 23 and creative session on April 30.

The free online Spring 2025 Writing Generation (Wri-Gen) Series began March 19. Each author read at an introductory session. In a follow-up Zoom meeting the author engaged with the participants in a writing exercise/creative session. Read more in this press release. Also, read the bio of poet and author Alfredo Celedón Luján below.

Alfredo Celedón Luján

Bio: Alfredo Celedón Luján is a career teacher. He has an MA/English and MLitt/Creative Nonfiction from the Bread Loaf School of English. He advocates for equity in the classroom. Alfredo is former President of the National Council of Teachers of English.

He is a proud member of the Chicanx/Latinx communities. He identifies as a Chicano writer. His writing amplifies familiarity and place. He has published stories, essays, and poems in various journals and books. He believes in the written and/or digital preservation of family cuentos/stories by capturing place, textures, sounds, and colloquial language. He is Norteño. He lives in Eldorado. He is from Nambé.

Session Description: In the creative session, Alfredo will give prompts that offer insights to self-identity, heritage, place, and the preservation of family vignettes through freewriting and childhood maps.

For additional information about the series, please contact SFCC Library Director Valerie Nye via email at valerie.nye@sfcc.edu or by calling 505-428-1506. For more information about SFCC’s Creative Writing program visit sfcc.edu/programs/creative-writing/.

Multimedia exhibition by student Roberto Espinosa in Ripple Effect Gallery May 14 to August 29

Student Roberto Espinosa exhibits multimedia installation in Ripple Effect Gallery in the sculpture hall of the Arts and Design Building.

May 14-August 29, 2025

About Roberto Espinosa

Roberto Espinosa is an artist who works and studies in New Mexico. “Amusia Alexithymia” is his inaugural show. 

Artist Statement, Roberto Espinosa

I’m interested in understanding tensions in conflict and finding a liminal space between both worlds to create a new threshold.

About the “Amusia Alexithymia”:

In the film “The Exterminating Angel,” written and directed by Luis Buñuel, a group of wealthy guests are invited to a late-night private dinner party in a mansion. They soon find themselves unable to leave the dining room, trapped in their own utopian “safe space.” As chaos unfolds in a highly allegorical and surreal manner, the masses outside the window cheer at the unraveling of the elite. When asked about the meaning of his film, Luis Buñuel spoke only one sentence, “The aristocracy harbors savage instincts and unspeakable secrets.”

The desire to detach from the masses and create a VIP sacred space is not “fake news,” but our reality. The ultra-rich, survivalists, and tech-bros are attempting to escape “the event”—be it a world war, apocalypse, pandemic, or final environmental decline—by constructing bunkers, purchasing private islands, and creating off-world colonies, spending billions and billions in the process. Content creators eagerly stream and celebrate their plans, often tone-deaf (Amusia) and lacking empathy (Alexithymia) for the doomed masses they leave behind.

Safe from the masses and “the event”, the former elites, now demigods, will realize that doomsday has followed them and is streaming live to their end. “The Event” is them. They are the monsters.

The masses watch the unraveling and cheer.

These were the first two sessions of SFCC Library and SFCC Creative Writing program’s Wri-Gen series. Read more about the free spring series open to the public in this press release.

All videos can be found in the YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7H67Ojgmmo&list=PL6AhJfrOrlErcvW8Iayqy72Z4IaVtJKgp

Watch the video of ‘Travelogue: Adventures in Siem Reap, Cambodia,’ presented by R. Charlie Shultz

Click on the video above to watch Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Academic Director R. Charlie Shultz’s presentation hosted by the SFCC Library on October 29 on Zoom.

“Travelogue: Adventures in Siem Reap, Cambodia,” featuring Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Academic Director R. Charlie Shultz

Academic Director of the Santa Fe Community College’s Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) program, Charlie Shultz, recently completed a 2-week Farmer-2-Farmer volunteer assignment in Siem Reap, Cambodia. The work was funded by the NGO, USAID. The assignment included delivering an intensive hydroponics workshop for agriculture extension agents and University students. A simplified hydroponics manual was also created for high school teachers to use with students with the goal of increasing interest in agriculture and other STEM related fields. Charlie’s talk discussed his work with rural Cambodian farmers and highlighted the wonders of Siem Reap and Angkor Wat.

Please click on these links for information related to his travelogue:

SFCC Foundation
SFCC-CEA
SFCC-CEA Facebook
USAID
Farmer to Farmer
CE SAIN https://www.cesain.org/
Angkor Archaeological Park
ATEC Biodigesters
Alchemy Studio

SFCC in the news

The following stories or radio shows either featured or mentioned SFCC or one of its employees. Some stories also are related to NM higher education.

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07/30/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “Community Suicide Prevention Course To Debut In Los Alamos Beginning In August”

07/25/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Out There! ROOM TO WRITE: A Square Deal” Brief story on submissions open for Santa Fe Literary Review.

07/25/2025, Of Interest: Santa Fe New Mexican, “Institute of American Indian Arts is set to see its federal funding return — mostly”

07/24/2025, Of Interest, Albuquerque Journal, “Report: NM’s Higher Education endowment push delivered limited results”

07/23/2025, Of Interest: Santa Fe New Mexican, “Institute of American Indian Arts names former national endowment for the humanities chair as new president”

07/22/2025, KOAT TV 7, Continuing Education: Registration Open at Santa Fe Community College

07/21/25, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Opens Registration for Fall Continuing Ed. Classes”

07/21/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard July 21, 2025- SFCC names director of Energy Smart Academy”

07/16/2025, Santa Fe Reporter, “3 Questions with the chair of Women’s Connection Bev McLean” (Mentioned upcoming tour by group of SFCC)

07/08/2025, News.unm.edu, “UNM led team selected as semifinalist in 2025 NSF Engines program” (SFCC is part of the collaborative team).

07/15/2025, SourceNM, “COMMENTARY-Cities can fight back with guaranteed income programs-DARRYL LORENZO WELLINGTON”

07/14/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard July 14, 2025- SFCC launches free fall writing series led by authors”

07/11/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “LETTERS TO THE EDITOR-Aamna Nayyar-Cornerstone of care”

07/08/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Longtime Santa Fe division director Julie Sanchez departs for state job” (She served as an SFCC liason and assisted in the launch SFCC APRENDE apprentice program as well as SFCC’s participation in the Mayor’s Guaranteed Income Program.)

07/07/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, ‘Smartboard July 7, 2025- Santa Fe Literary Review’ accepting submissions

07/03/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “Lab Director Thom Mason Stresses Importance Of Education”

07/02/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “Santa Fe Literary Review Accepting Submissions From July 15 Through Nov. 1 For Upcoming Issue”

06/30/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard, June 30, 2025- SFCC to close for 3-day digital infrastructure work”

06/28/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “COMMENTARY-How we’re working with others to get out the vote”

06/24/2025, PRNewswire.com/CNM, “World-class Film Production Training Center Nears Completion”

06/27/2025, DOL.gov, ICYMI: Secretary Chavez-Deremer highlights one Big Beautiful Bill on ‘America at Work’ Tour

06/23/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, ‘He was really loved’: Man killed in cycling crash was staple in Santa Fe’s pickleball scene

06/20/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, Pasatiempo, “A New Exhibition Reveals Experience is the Best Teacher”

06/19/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Announces Winners Of 2025 Student Art Awards”

06/19/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Seniors on parade: Montecito residents promenade for a cause” Much of the scholarship money raised was awarded to Montecito employees and their family members to attend SFCC.

06/17/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Electric vehicle courses at Santa Fe Community College fill gaps”

06/17/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Despite gains in child care supply, New Mexico still falling short in meeting families’ demand” (photos in story taken at SFCC’s Kids Campus)

06/16/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Library To Present “Herding Poems: A Reading By Miriam Sagan” July 31”

06/13/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, Pasatiempo, “Out There! ON THE WALL Art for All” Story about “Unhoused ART” exhibition.

06/11/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “‘New Mexican,’ other Santa Fe media outlets to hold city candidate forums in September”

06/09/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard June 9, 2025-SFCC to close in honor of Juneteenth; SFCC announces new student orientation dates”

05/26/25, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard May 26, 2025-CHESS names new leader as Ulibarri retires”

05/21/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “CHESS Names Dr. Shaun McAlmont As The Next CEO”

05/19/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “OUR VIEW-Celebrate four decades of Santa Fe Community College”

05/15/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “40 years in, Santa Fe Community College renews aim to graduate students”

05/15/2025, KRQE-TV, “Workforce Solutions expands pre-apprenticeship programs for New Mexicans”

05/12/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard May 12, 2025-state Cabinet secretary to speak at sfcc’s graduation; DezBaa’, star in ‘Dark Winds’ to headline SFCC commencement”

05/09/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Rural, Native public media worry about survival amid proposed federal cuts”

05/07/2025, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Announces DezBaa’ To Provide Keynote At Commencement May 17”

05/06/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “LETTERS TO THE EDITOR-SFCC is a treasure — take advantage of it”

05/05/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Nonprofit group plans free small business workshop”

05/05/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard, May 5, 2025- SFCC to host digital access training program”

05/02/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Pecos youth test stream water, help with watershed work”