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Find unique gifts at the SFCC Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair

In Main Hallway and Campus Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, December 7

Support local artists at the upcoming Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair!

SFCC Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, December 7
Main Hallway and Campus Center

Go holiday shopping at the SFCC Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair. About 100 of New Mexico’s finest artists and craftspeople will showcase their work, including jewelry, pottery, paintings, woodcarvings, handmade ornaments, and more. Among the participants are artists from Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Taos, and various pueblos. Admission and parking are free, making it a perfect opportunity to find unique, handcrafted gifts for the holidays. Students will be selling coffee and pastries in the morning.  Manko Food Truck will be selling their Native American Fusion foods outside by the main entrance beginning at 10 a.m.

Smiles Club selling chocolates this week

The Smiles Club (dental arts program) has a fundraiser. Club members are selling the World’s Finest Chocolates for $1 each until the end of the semester. So get your chocolates by Friday. Contact: Karla Martinez-Talavera Room #456 or email karla.martineztalave@sfcc.edu, or Club President Alexia at alexia.archuletavald@sfcc.edu.

Watch Jake Skeets read and lead a creative writing session on video

The Fall Generative Writing series concluded with a reading and creative session with author/poet Jake Skeets. Watch for details for the Spring series. Enjoy this video!

Bio:  Jake Skeets (he/him) is the author of “Eyes Bottle Dark with a Mouthful of Flowers,” winner of the National Poetry Series, American Book Award, Kate Tufts Discovery Award, and Whiting Award. His work has appeared widely in journals and magazines such as Poetry, The New York Times Magazine, and The Paris Review. Other honors include an NEA Grant for Arts Projects, a Mellon Projecting All Voices Fellowship, and the 2023-2024 Grisham Writer in Residence at the University of Mississippi. He is from the Navajo Nation and teaches at the University of Oklahoma.

The series is presented by SFCC Library and the SFCC Creative Writing Program. Visit sfcc.edu/programs/creative-writing/.

Apply now for Film and Television Production Assistant Training sessions starting January 4

Applications open for Production Assitant Training positions for Film and Television

Free to all New Mexico residents (see note below about how SFCC employees can attend using EEB benefits) Continuing Education & Workforce Development in partnership with the Stagecoach Foundation Inc. and SFCC FILM program will be accepting applications for the Production Assistant Training for Film and Television course beginning January 4. Students earn their OSHA 10 and learn how to apply for paid internships managed by the Stagecoach Foundation. Classes are hands-on and taught by film industry professionals.

Please note (due to grant restrictions), SFCC employees need to enroll using the EEB benefits. Employees should contact the Continuing Education Enrollment Specialist Paloma Trujillo Anaya at paloma.anaya@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1255. She can help employees navigate the EEB enrollment and answer any questions they may have.

Kids Campus Main Entrance new access door construction notification

Kids Campus Main Entrance New Access Door Construction Notification
November 25 – December 13
Follow signs for alternate entrance.

Questions? Contact: Andrea Mueller, Facilities & Operations, Assistant Director & Campus Planning, andrea.mueller1@sfcc.edu, 505-930-9781.

Support Campus Cupboard on Giving Tuesday, December 3, to double your donation

Support the Campus Cupboard on Giving Tuesday, December 3. For every donation you make a generous SFCC Foundation donor will put in a dollar, too (until a total of $10,000 is received). Use the QR code above or visit https://www.spotfund.com/story/2715d776-24c8-402e-b0f1-88bff637384f

Nurse Pinning Ceremony at 11 a.m. Dec. 5 in Jemez Rooms

Save the date!

Everyone is invited to SFCC’s Graduate Nurse Pinning Ceremony at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 in the Jemez Rooms.

This meaningful and moving pinning ceremony will be followed by a reception with tea and cake.

Therapy Dogs in the Library 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 5

SFCC Library is hosting a finals week visit from furry, friendly therapy dogs! Please join us in the Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, for some canine cuddling and stress relief. Sponsored in conjunction with the Santa Fe Animal Shelter’s Pet Outreach.

PEDAC Statement of Recognition for Transgender Awareness Month/Declaración de Reconocimiento de PEDAC para el Mes de Conciencia Transgénero

As with all vulnerable populations, we encourage you to share these phone numbers with your friends and families/Como sucede con todas las poblaciones vulnerables, les animamos a compartir estos números de teléfono con sus amigxs y familias: 

Trans Lifeline. (877) 565-8860. Oprima 2 para hablar con unx operador en español. 
Agora Crisis Line. (866) HELP-1-NM (435-7166) Chat Online. 
Trevor Lifeline. (866) 488-7386. Text START to 678-678. Chat / Reach A Counselor. 
NM Crisis & Access Line. (855) NMCRISIS (662-7474) Peer-to-Peer Warmline. (855) 4NM-7100 (466-7100) 

Explore these resources to learn more about the T*GC community: 

→The Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico <https://tgrcnm.org/> is a hub of information and supports to T*GC across New Mexico 

→NM Genders and Sexualities Alliance Network <https://themountaincenter.org/services/nm-gender-and-sexualities-new-mexico/> is a youth-driven program that increases resiliency, self-efficacy, positive self-identity, and effective self-regulation skills among LGBTQIA2S+ youth ages 13-24 and adults. 

→ Check out this cute comic – a collaboration between my NBJC Youth and Young Adult Action Council and Cartoon Network: https://msmagazine.com/2021/02/23/national-black-justice-coalition-cartoon-network-collaboration-black-trans-non-binary-kids/  

→ Read Peggy Gillespie’s beautiful volume of interviews, AUTHENTIC SELVES, and explore the Family Diversity Projects website: https://www.familydiversityprojects.org/exhibits/portraits-of-trans-and-nonbinary-people-and-their-families  

→ Read about how Camp Fire created gender affirming experiences for kids: https://campfire.org/blog/article/study-creating-gender-affirming-spaces-at-summer-camp/  

→ Browse through the National Black Justice Coalition’s Ubuntu Repository at https://beenhere.org/  

→ Watch the DISCLOSURE documentary on Netflix : https://www.disclosurethemovie.com/  

→ Pick up the edited volume, T* Is for Thriving: Blueprints for Affirming Trans* and Gender Creative Lives and Learning in Schools at Myers Education Press, or anywhere books are sold. In it, we use sj Miller’s powerful Gender Identity Complexities Framework. Watch sj here: https://www.tedmed.com/talks/show?id=730492

→ Find more opportunities for learning, advocacy, and action here: 

https://www.gardenofpeaceproject.org
https://www.them.us/story/orgs-fighting-back-anti-trans-legislation
https://www.glsen.org
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ <https://www.thetrevorproject.org/> 

Please read Santa Fe Community College Land Acknowledgment Statement/Declaración de reconocimiento de tierras 

PEDAC Cultural Calendars through January 2025

The President’s Equity and Diversity Advisory Committe (PEDAC) is sharing monthly cultural calendars.

PEDAC invites you to consider applying for PEDAC funds of up to $400 for a diversity-related event at SFCC. Please visit the PEDAC page for more details and to download the funding application: https://www.sfcc.edu/pedac/.

The President’s Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (PEDAC) at SFCC has released its January 2025 Cultural Calendar, featuring monthly observances like National Mentoring Month and Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, along with key dates such as World Braille Day (Jan. 4), Epiphany (Jan. 6), and Makar Sankranti (Jan. 14).

The PEDAC December 2024 Cultural Calendar is still available, highlighting observances such as World AIDS Day (Dec. 1), International Day of Persons with Disabilities (Dec. 3), Bodhi Day (Dec. 8), Human Rights Day (Dec. 10), and the start of Chanukah (Dec. 25).

December 2024

January 2025

Thanks for participating in Indigenous Peoples Month event

The Office of Student Engagement and Recruitment sponsored an “Indigenous Peoples Month” celebration on November 14 in the Campus Center. The celebration included tasty foods and video presentations.

Thank you to Student Government Association (SGA), Mary Eleas and all who helped at the event. Thank you to Lydia Daily for sharing these photos!

Spring registration now open

Registration for the Spring 2025 semester is now open. You’ll get the biggest selection of classes if you register as soon as possible. Some classes close fast, so don’t delay. If you know someone who has not applied to SFCC or is not sure about the registration process, please have them visit sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/. You can look for classes in the dropdown menu at sfcc.edu/look-for-a-credit-class/. Returning students need to log onto MySFCC to register. Click on the Registration button there to get started.

SFCC employees consider using your EEB benefits to register for classes.

Want to be a Community Dental Health Coordinator (CDHC)?

Want to be a Community Health Coordinator (CDHC)?

The CDHC is a member of the dental team who fills an important role whether working with a health center or private practice. The CDHC can perform clinical preventive services and community-based outreach duties, in accordance with the state dental practice act.

For details, please email aamna.nayyar@sfcc.edu and visit: https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/dental-community-health-coordinator/

Apply now for Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA)

SFCC’s Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary (EFDA) Program is designed to train Certified Dental Assistants (CDA), NM Licensed Dental Assistants, Registered Dental Hygienists (RDH) and other NM Dental Board approved dental auxiliaries, in the art of Restorative Dentistry and other NM Dental Board approved EFDA duties.

EFDA Students will attend didactic course online and are able to choose on-site labs on the weekends. Clinics will be scheduled at affiliated dental sites and/or sponsor dentist’s office. Hands-on learning takes place in our state-of-the-art onsite training dental lab. Each student has their own workstation, materials, study material, an overhead lamp, and life-like simulator/ mounts to learn the clinical skills necessary to restore teeth with amalgam and composite fillings and perform NM State approved EFDA functions.

Winter Weather Tips

Click on the above slide to visit: https://www.sfcc.edu/sfcc-alert.

SFCC Safety and Security has shared the above Winter Weather Tips. SFCC is concerned for your safety. Please keep up-to-date on campus delays and closures. If you have not, please sign up for alerts at https://www.sfcc.edu/sfcc-alert/.

Also, you can always visit the SFCC home web page and social media pages to see any announcements. Any questions about these tips? Send an email to security@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1224.

Free Workforce Trainings for New Mexico residents

The Santa Fe Community College Workforce Development Dept. is offering free workforce training classes to New Mexico residents. These classes are available to SFCC students as well. Employees have to use EEB credits to register.

See the above flyer that includes class descriptions with dates, times and registration information.

Please note (due to grant restrictions), SFCC employees need to enroll using EEB benefits. Employees should contact the Continuing Education Enrollment Specialist Paloma Trujillo Anaya at paloma.anaya@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1255. She can help employees navigate the EEB enrollment and answer any questions they may have.

November Ceramics and Glass Sales were a success

Thank you to all who supported last week’s Ceramics Club and Glass Club sales! A special shout out goes to the Ceramics Club who had a silent auction with all proceeds from that going to SFCC’s Campus Cupboard Food Pantry. Thank you to Ben Lauer and Lydia Daily for sharing photos from the events!

Here are more images from the Ceramics Club sale:

Check out the beautiful work from the Glass Club:

Pop-up exhibition showcased Fine Woodworking

The Fine Woodworking Program presented a pop up show, which featured students and faculty. It closed on November 22, but we thought you might like to see some of scenes from the opening and the show.

Read more about the Fine Woodworking program.

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Register for fun course for Heritage and Advanced Spanish speakers

Interested in learning about Spanish-speaking cultures? Do you want to improve your Spanish while learning about Hispanic films, history, short stories, music, and politics? Then this course is for you! Aileen El-Kadi and Joseph Klemens are teaming up to offer you a fun and diverse class. Register now for SPAN 2121(CRN 30287) Tuesdays 12:30-2:15 p.m.

Register at https://www.sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/. Please note: Heritage and Advanced Spanish speakers may take a test in the testing center to see if they can be admitted into this class without the required pre-requisite class. For details visit: https://www.sfcc.edu/assessment-exams-english-and-spanish/#spanish. After your assessment, please reach out to Aileen El-Kadi at aileen.elkadi@sfcc.edu.

Joseph Klemens is also teaching ENGL 1410 – Introduction to Literature!

Register now for Holiday Food Bag Giveaway on December 19 and 20

The Campus Cupboard and Student Wellness Center will be hosting a holiday food bag giveaway on December 19 and 20 for students. This event is sponsored by the SFCC Foundation, Hutton Broadcasting, and Albertsons. Please RSVP at this link: Student Wellness Center Events · Events Calendar.

Student Resource Center Updates

There have been big updates to the Student Resources website to make the Campus Cupboard and The Exchange more accessible for students. The Campus Cupboard has free snack, groceries, and kitchen supplies; the Exchange has free clothing. Explore student resources at: //www.sfcc.edu/offices/student-resource-center/.

SFCC in-person mental health counseling

Did you know that as an enrolled SFCC student you can meet with an in-person counselor at the Student Wellness Center Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.?

To make an appointment visit: https://sfcc.titaniumhwc.com/
To contact the Counselor directly, email counselingservices@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1682.

Online counseling options: SFCC Counselor, UWill, & 988

The SFCC Counselor can 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 have services available after hours, on weekends and during holidays. To sign up for UWill Counseling you only need your student email address and to visit this link: https://app.uwill.com/login to create an account and choose your therapist, time and date.

UWill mental health crisis line is 833.646.1526 This line is 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 you don’t know where to turn, 988 is here to listen and get you 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

End of Year Celebration for Student Parents & their families

The SFCC Student Parent Aliance and the Student Parent Success Program are hosting a special event form 12 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 7 at the Genoveva Chavez Center. Student parents and their families are invited to celebrate the end of the semester with pizza, activities and free admission to the Chavez Center! Space is limited, register by December 5 at https://forms.office.com/r/ZNz4RtXP2K.

Update about the AlgaePrize student team

SFCC Innovation Innovation Center Director Ondine Frauenglass shared this latest update on the AlgaePrize student team. She is the team’s advisor and is grateful for support from faculty members Stephen Gomez, Ph.D., and R. Charlie Shultz.

SFCC’s AlgaePrize Team: Just AD Algae is hard at work this semester with just 5 months to go in the 18-month national competition sponsored by the Department of Energy and the Algae Foundation. The team started work in March, 2024 and has completed phase 1 of the project: successfully cultivating algae at large scale and running an anaerobic digester (AD) to produce biogas.  Biogas from the anaerobic digester process is a renewable energy replacement for natural gas. The team’s experiments will demonstrate that algae increases the yield of biogas when coupled with used cooking oil, showing an economical waste-to-value pathway that will benefit small farm and off grid operations with a renewable energy source. In phase 2, Genuine Foods, Director, Trish Campbell, is assisting the team with donations of used cooking oil from the SFCC Food Service cafeteria.  Initial experiments have shown positive results. Additional experiments will confirm findings and expand the understanding of how algae boosts the productivity of biogas in anaerobic digestors.

The Just AD Algae team presented the project in two academic research competitions this fall: NM-EPSCoR’s Building an Advanced Energy Ecosystem in New Mexico (BAEENM) conference, 9/23/2024, and the New Mexico Research Symposium, 10/19/2024. These events included competitors from universities and community colleges across the state. The team won 2^nd place at the EPSCoR BAEENM conference and networked with experts and entrepreneurs in the Energy Industry.

To read more about the Algae Prize team and its research see this press release.

Mother Tongue Project at SFCC: ENGL 1110 for student parents

This special section of English 1110 with instructor Jared Valdez is designed to support the busy lifestyle of student parents. The class will be 8:30 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays at SFCC. To register, visit https://www.sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/. The class CRN is 30077. Enrolled student parents will receive a $100 stipend.

Al Kittel left a lasting impression at SFCC

Jared Weiss, Assistant Professor of Drawing and Painting, wrote a poignant reflection and tribute about his longtime friend and student, 32-year-old artist “Allie” (Al) Kittel, who passed on October 22. The column was published in the Nov. 1 issue of Pasatiempo. As many at SFCC will recall, she was the subject of a featured cover story, “Finishing Touches,” written by Brian Sandford for the May 3 Pasatiempo, about her show, “Cocoon” in the Visual Arts Gallery. Sandford also wrote a thoughtful column, “Artist bravely candid in interview about nearing end of life,” about how she was facing her progressive illness and would be pursuing a death with dignity. Her show drew hundreds to her exhibition opening and sales were brisk through the run of the exhibition.

Read Jared Weiss’ complete column at https://www.santafenewmexican.com/pasatiempo/an-artists-passing/article_af946410-956b-11ef-848a-a7d869fe9491.html

Also, read more about her May opening and watch a video from the event here.

SFCC extends condolences to Al Kittel’s family, her instructor and friend Jared Weiss, and all of her friends  – particularly at SFCC. Her strength, vision and artistry will not be forgotten at SFCC. In addition to her self-portrait, her family has also donated another work to be part of SFCC’s Art on Campus.

Apply now for Spring Student Worker jobs

There are a lot of jobs opening right now for spring student workers. Earn $15 an hour and work on campus 20 hours per week. Contact Katie Cadena Priebe at katie.cadenapriebe@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1068 for more information or to apply!

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.

Spring 2025 Convocation Schedule 

For the list of individual sessions and professional development opportunities in January Convocation, please visit  Spring Convocation Schedule 2025.

Please use the link for the most current schedule. Schedule will change frequently. 

View Schedule

Jonathan Harrell, Katie Studer and Nicole Ferreira presented at National Academic Advising Association Conference (NACADA)

SFCC team gave the presentation: ‘Designing with Chaos: A Workshop Series for Exploratory Community College Students’

SFCC Undecided & Exploratory Advisors Nicole Ferreira and Jonathan Harrell and Career & Transfer Advisor Katie Studer attended the Annual Conference of the National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) October 27-30, 2024, in Pittsburgh, PA, with funding from SFCC’s Title V grant. There, they gave an hour-long presentation titled “Designing with Chaos: A Workshop Series for Exploratory Community College Students” to academic advisors and other higher education professionals from across the country.

The presentation highlighted a three-part workshop series that they created to support SFCC students in the career and major exploration process. The workshops introduce students to a variety of activities, resources, tools, and ideas drawn from an eclectic mix of sources including the Stanford Life Design curriculum, Virginia Gordon’s career advising curriculum, and the Chaos Theory of Careers. This work aligns with a growing body of research that emphasizes the importance of giving college students the time and resources to find the right fit and develop meaningful academic and career plans. The workshops are the product of over a year of scholarly research and piloting different activities with SFCC students.

Nicole Ferreira shares the following on behalf of the three presenters:

“Designing with Chaos” at NACADA had a wonderful turnout! Attendees reported that the presentation offered “great examples of theory and research” and that the presenters had “great energy.” One attendee praised the presentation as one of the most engaging and informative that she had seen at the conference. Jonathan, Katie, and Nicole thank all the students who attended and contributed to the career and major exploration workshops. Your pertinent questions and engagement with the workshop curriculum made this an incredibly enriching experience for all of us. Thank you!! We plan to continue offering these workshops and developing new content to support SFCC students in the exploration process.

CHESS Connection Newsletter – November 21, 2024

CHESS Connection: Enhancing the Student Experience
This issue celebrates a significant milestone for the Workday Student project, which transitions to a new phase to expand functionality and improve student services. The Financial Aid Vision highlights plans to enhance accessibility and communication for students, ensuring robust support through streamlined processes. The newsletter also features updates on the Technology Support Hub, upcoming Grants Training sessions, and a reminder for employees to verify their personal information in Workday.

Read more about these developments and recognize the latest CHESS Superstars, honored for embodying CHESS values, by exploring the full issue here.

Read CHESS Connection

Pets of the Month 2024

Here they are! The Duplicating Center’s Pets of the Month for 2024

Steven Campbell’s exhibition, ‘Tyrany of Small Things,’ at ZANE BENNETT gallery through January 18

SFCC instructor Steven Campbell has an exhibition, “Tyrany of Small Things,” which opened on October 25 and continues through January 18 at ZANE BENNETT Contemporary Art, 435 S. Guadalupe Street. It is an exhibition of collages, paintings, and sculptures. Read more about Steven Campbell and his work at https://zanebennettgallery.com/exhibitions/40-the-tyranny-of-small-things-steven-campbell/works/.

Policy Updates

POLICY UPDATES: Last month, the SFCC Governing Board approved these policies:

• Policy 1-31 Governing Board Financial Oversight, Nick Telles, Chief Financial Officer/Vice President of Finance
• Policy 9-3 External Funding: Grants Request Process, Laura White, Director of Grants

Please become familiar with revised Policy 1-31 as well as with the new Policy 9-3 External Funding: Grants Request Process and its Procedures. Policy 9-3 replaces Policy 6-10 External Funding: Grants Pre-Award, which has been repealed and is no longer in effect. Should you have any questions, please reach out to the contacts above, Nick Telles or Laura White. All employees are responsible for adhering to College Policies and Procedures, which are online at SFCC Policies. For more information about the Policy Review Process, contact Policy Officer Laura J. Mulry, ext. 1776.

Fall 2024 Online Teaching & Learning training opportunities

A number of training opportunities are available this fall. Explore the Quality Matters (QM) Workshop Schedule: https://www.qualitymatters.org/PD-schedule.

For more information or to register contact: julia.dunkin@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1168. Click here to schedule an appointment with Julia. You can also contact the Office of Online Teaching and Learning at otl@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1166, or visit their page:  www.sfcc.edu/otl.  

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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School of Art & Design hosted N.M. Art Education Association’s 52nd Annual Fall Professional Development Conference

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School of Art & Design’s professors, programs and studios were showcased at the conference

Academic Director of Arts and Design Shane Tolbert shared the following report:

SFCC’s School of Art & Design hosted the New Mexico Art Education Association’s 52nd Annual Fall Professional Development Conference on November 8 and 9 with more than 130 art educators and museum professionals from all corners of the state. Attendees enjoyed a variety of more that 40 workshops that they could fold back into their own curriculum, divisional meetings for each grade level as well as grant writing development and a keynote presentation by Theresa McGee on Artificial Intelligence in the classroom. SFCC’s very own Assistant Professor of Jewelry/Small Metals Beth Greene, Assistant Professor of Printmaking Book Arts Patricia Pearce and instructor Steve Campbell, led workshops as well. Student Studio Liason, Eric Landgraf, led an open studio on collage to a constant stream of attendees between sessions.

Attendees repeatedly complimented SFCC’s facilities, art collection, and student artwork on display. Each time our school and programs were referred to as a “hidden gem” I was quick to say, “We’re working hard to be a not so hidden gem and hope to earn your trust to refer our programs to your students and their parents.”

Organizing this conference took eight months and countless hours of collaboration with Linda Cassel, Chad Gasper, OIT, Continuing Education, Security and our faculty: Assistant Professor Beth Greene, Assistant Professor Elizabeth Hunt, Assistant Professor Sage Paisner, Assistant Professor Patricia Pearce and Assistant Professor Jared Weiss.

The winter storm created many challenges, and we are deeply grateful for the Office of Facilities and Operations’ and the Office of Safety and Security’s ability to reset the power and create a safe environment for our guests.

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

Fall 2024 Arts & Design newsletter now available

Academic Director of Art and Design Shane Talbot shared the Fall Art & Design the newsletter, which highlights accomplishments by SFCC faculty, staff and students. Read about recent and upcoming exhibitions, as well as interview with SFCC art student Esther Ann Smith, who received a Certificate in Ceramics in 2015. She now operates her own ceramics studio and shares how SFCC prepared her to get her business going. Read the full Fall 2024 Arts and Design newsletter. Want to share comments or feedback? Contact Shane Tolbert via email at shane.tolbert@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1037.

Santa Fe Regional Middle and High School Art Exhibition continues through Dec. 5

SFCC’s Visual Arts Gallery hosted the “Third Annual Santa Fe Regional Exhibition for High School and Middle School Artists” reception on September 24 and announced the winners of cash prizes. Congratulations to the winners and all the young people who submitted their work. Many exhibited their work for the first time in a public space.

The exhibition includes more than 100 pieces from the New Mexico School for the Arts, Capital High, Santa Fe High, Monte Del Sol and Milagro Middle School.
Cash prizes: Best of Show ($500), Outstanding Creative Merit ($200), Best Concept ($100), Dean’s Choice ($100) and Honorable Mention (2) $50. The prizes were given via the SFCC Foundation.

Here are the 2024 winners:

3rd Annual Santa Fe Regional
High School/Middle School Young Artist Exhibit

Prizes
Honorable Mention: $50
Atlas Hussey – New Mexico School for the Arts, mixed media piece
McKenzie R. Sanchez – Monte del Sol, ceramic monsters in the back vitrine
Hilary Salinas – Capital High, graphite insect drawing
Jayden Barry – Monte del Sol, Video playing in the hallway
Malcolm Campbell – Monte del Sol, mixed media piece
Dean’s Choice: $100
Nya Griego – Santa Fe High School, Acrylic Painting
Best Concept: $100
Leiliani Arroyo – Milagro Middle School, Fifty Cent papier mâché sculpture
Outstanding Creative Merit – $200
Rai Ferrell – New Mexico School for the Arts, Acrylic Painting
Best of Show – $500
Rune Shultz – Santa Fe High, Crochet Prom Dress

The exhibition continues in the Visual Arts Gallery until Dec. 5. The Visual Arts Gallery is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday when the campus is open.

Read this October 28 story in the Santa Fe Reporter by Mo Charnot, “Fostering Creativity: SFCC Visual Arts Gallery showcases student art, promotes self-expression.”

SFCC Visual Arts Gallery showcases student art, promotes self-expression

Thanks to Dean James “Jim” Wysong for sharing the images from the opening. To see larger click on the image.

Watch videos of Fall Writing Generation series on YouTube

SFCC Library and Creative Writing program are presenting the Fall 2024 Writing Generation Series through November. Each author will read at an introductory session. The following week 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/WriGenFall2024. Registrants will receive a Zoom link via email the morning of each event.

This series is about giving people time and inspiration to write, building community, amplifying New Mexico voices, and giving students across the globe the opportunity to join in this free online series.

• Assistant Professor of English, Technical and Communications Lead Faculty (Stanley) Austin Eichelberger presented a reading on September 18 and a creative session on September 25.
• Kasia Merrill presented a reading on October 23 and a creative session on October 30.

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

Indigenous Peoples Day and Native American Heritage Month / Día de los Pueblos Indígenas y Mes de la Herencia de los Nativos Americanos

On October 11, SFCC President Rowley and PEDAC co-chairs sj Miller and Marcos Maez sent the following statement to the campus community:

Dear SFCC Community,

On this Indigenous Peoples Day, October 14, Santa Fe Community College stands in recognition and respect for the Indigenous peoples who have long stewarded the lands on which we live, learn, and grow. This day offers a moment for us all to honor the deep cultural heritage, history, and ongoing contributions of Native communities, both in New Mexico and across the nation.

We acknowledge the profound influence of Indigenous knowledge, traditions, and resilience in shaping our shared world. Indigenous Peoples Day also reminds us of the ongoing work required to address historical and current injustices faced by Native communities.

At SFCC, we remain committed to fostering an environment that values inclusivity, celebrates diversity, and supports the cultural rights and sovereignty of Indigenous peoples.

As we mark this important day, we invite our college community to engage in reflection, learning, and dialogue about the lasting impact of Indigenous peoples. Let us all recommit to strengthening our understanding, promoting cultural preservation, and working in solidarity with Indigenous nations for a future grounded in mutual respect and justice.

In 1990, President George H. W. Bush approved a joint resolution designating November 1990 “National American Indian Heritage Month.” Similar proclamations, include “Native American Heritage Month,” “National American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month,” and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month.” The month is dedicated to uplifting, honoring, celebrating and centering the voices of Indigenous wisdom. and local knowledge and practices.

The Santa Fe Indigenous Center is sponsoring the Second Annual Honoring Native Nations Powwow on Monday, October 14, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m., on the Santa Fe Plaza. The event welcomes Native nations to participate in a day of intertribal dancing and celebrating the rich diverse cultures of Native Nations. You are invited to bring your tribal flag for the Parade of Nations at noon. Guest drums are welcome. For more information see: https://santafeindigenouscenter.org.

Today, tomorrow and every day, we must honor the vibrant Indigenous cultures that continue to enrich our communities and beyond.

PEDAC’s Monthly Cultural Calendar

We are excited to introduce PEDAC’s Monthly Cultural Calendar, a new initiative from the President’s Equity and Diversity Action Committee. This calendar will highlight important communal events, significant remembrances, and religious holidays from diverse cultures around the world. Starting October 15, you can look forward to receiving a link to the calendar each month in the SFCC Campus Weekly newsletter, offering us all an opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge the rich cultural diversity that strengthens our community.

Additionally, we invite you to consider applying for PEDAC funds of up to $400 for a diversity-related event at SFCC. Please visit the PEDAC page for more details and to download the application: https://www.sfcc.edu/pedac/.

Kind regards,

President’s Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (PEDAC)

Becky Rowley, SFCC President
sj Miller, PEDAC Co-chair
Marcos Maez, PEDAC Co-chair 

Estimada comunidad SFCC,

En este Día de los Pueblos Indígenas, el 14 de octubre,  Santa Fe Community College se une en reconocimiento y respeto hacia los pueblos indígenas que han sido los guardianes de estas tierras donde vivimos, aprendemos y crecemos. Este día ofrece un momento para que todos honremos la profunda herencia cultural, la historia y las contribuciones continuas de las comunidades nativas, tanto en Nuevo México como en todo el país.

Reconocemos la profunda influencia del conocimiento, las tradiciones y la resiliencia de los pueblos indígenas en la formación de nuestro mundo compartido. El Día de los Pueblos Indígenas también nos recuerda el trabajo continuo que se requiere para abordar las injusticias históricas y actuales que enfrentan las comunidades nativas.

En SFCC, seguimos comprometidos a fomentar un entorno que valore la inclusión, celebre la diversidad y apoye los derechos culturales y la soberanía de los pueblos indígenas.

Al conmemorar este importante día, invitamos a nuestra comunidad universitaria a participar en la reflexión, el aprendizaje y el diálogo sobre el impacto duradero de los pueblos indígenas. Reafirmemos nuestro compromiso de fortalecer nuestra comprensión, promover la preservación cultural y trabajar en solidaridad con las naciones indígenas para un futuro basado en el respeto mutuo y la justicia.

En 1990, el presidente George H. W. Bush aprobó una resolución conjunta que designaba noviembre de 1990 como el “Mes Nacional de la Herencia Indígena Americana”. Proclamaciones similares incluyen el “Mes de la herencia de los Nativos Americanos”, el “Mes nacional de la herencia de los Indígenas Americanos  y los Nativos de Alaska” y el Mes de la herencia de los nativos hawaianos”. El mes está dedicado a elevar, honrar, celebrar y centrar las voces de la sabiduría indígena. y conocimientos y prácticas locales.

El Centro Indígena de Santa Fe patrocina el segundo Powwow Anual en Honor a las Naciones Nativas el lunes 14 de octubre, de 9 a.m. a 4:30 p.m., en la Plaza Santa Fe. El evento invita a las naciones nativas a participar en un día de bailes intertribales y celebración de las ricas y diversas culturas de las Naciones Nativas. Estás invitado a traer tu bandera tribal para el Desfile de Naciones al mediodía. Los tambores invitados son bienvenidos. Para más información, visita: https://santafeindigenouscenter.org.

Hoy, mañana y todos los días, debemos honrar las vibrantes culturas indígenas que continúan enriqueciendo a nuestras comunidades y más allá.

Calendario cultural mensual de PEDAC

Nos complace presentar el Calendario cultural mensual de PEDAC, una nueva iniciativa del Comité de Acción por la Diversidad y la Equidad del Presidente. Este calendario destacará eventos comunitarios importantes, conmemoraciones significativas y festividades religiosas de diversas culturas de todo el mundo. A partir del 15 de octubre, recibirá un enlace al calendario cada mes en el Campus Weekly de SFCC, que nos ofrece a todos la oportunidad de celebrar y reconocer la rica diversidad cultural que fortalece a nuestra comunidad.

Además, lo invitamos a considerar la posibilidad de solicitar PEDAC fondos para eventos hasta $400 para un evento relacionado con la diversidad en SFCC. Visite la página de PEDAC para obtener más detalles y descargar la solicitud: https://www.sfcc.edu/pedac/.

Saludos cordiales, 

President’s Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee (PEDAC)

Becky Rowley, SFCC President
sj Miller, PEDAC Co-chair
Marcos Maez, PEDAC Co-chair 

Student Nina Mastrangelo exhibiting work outside SFCC Library

Artist Statement for Nina Mastrangelo “Containing Aspects of Dynafluxia”
Location: Outside the SFCC Library

What inspired the four dioramas in the foyer before the library?

“I am interested in the many ways to visually activate spaces. I was inspired to compare the glass cases in the foyer of the library to tabernacles or niches or storefronts that contain dioramas that surprise someone when walking by. At first they are hidden and blend in with the surroundings. There exist several things that can catch one’s eyes. Once noticed, the impression might stay and encourage more exploration. 

Using my study and experience in multimedia, applied arts, architecture, science, cartography, and education, I create artwork and installations that combine dynamism and contemplation. 

I’ve been working on a system I call Dynafluxia. This term is a combination of dynamic and flux or flow. Flux applies in several ways; it can be used to describe the experience of change, and it also refers to melting as in glass or glazes. Dynafluxia can also refer to the way the viewer can melt into the artwork with their eyes. By changing one’s viewpoint circumnavigating the 3D environment, the viewer sees the composition change in terms of shape, color, hue, and the play of positive and negative space. Different things line up. 

Each of the four niches is unique. Each watercolor box was inspired by the two fused glass pieces that are included into an integral part of the installation. I created models in order to design the large 4’ x 5’ watercolors that encase the foot deep niches. Making these pieces has inspired new steps I plan to take in creating future projects. 

I was fortunate to have feedback from staff and faculty and students here as I was completing this project.” 

STEM Kits – Name Rockets & Robot Necklaces!
Available at the SFCC Library

Free Name Rocket and Robot Necklace STEM Kits are available for kids ages 4-7 at the SFCC Library.  All materials are included in the kits courtesy of the Santa Fe Children’s Museum.

The number of kits we have are limited, so come by the library soon!

For more information contact: valerie.nye@sfcc.edu

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Museum STEP Passes available at Library

With the STEP Pass, you and up to 5 people can use the card for free admission to:

• Georgia O’Keeffe Museum
• Santa Fe Children’s Museum
• IAIA Museum of Contemporary Native Art
• Santa Fe Botanical Garden

Passes check out for two weeks at a time.

For more information contact: library@sfcc.edu.

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.

• News
• Students
• Employees
• Feature
• Ongoing
• SFCC in the news

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11/04/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, City of Santa Fe nears deal with film company to create region’s largest studio at midtown.

11/01/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, Pasatiempo, “IN REMEMBRANCE-An artist’s passing”

10/30/2024, Santa Fe Reporter, “A Growing STEM”

10/29/2024, NBC News, “With costs of child cares soaring, New Mexico finds a way to make it free for many,” this video includes focus on childcare with highlights from SFCC Kids Campus Director Deyanira Contreras and SFCC early childhood teacher Randy Orona Torres. Read the full story here.

10/28/2024, Santa Fe Reporter, “Fostering Creativity–SFCC Visual Arts Gallery showcases student art, promotes self-expression”

10/26/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “COMMENTARY-Recognition and the artistry of one-word Carl,” includes a shout-out to Erik H. Gellert.

10/25/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “MY VIEW MÓNICA TORRES-State bonds would boost higher ed, agriculture”

10/17/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “SFCC holding Star Party to raise funds for astronomy program”

10/11/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, Pasatiempo, Get Out! READ UP- Journal of ‘Journeys’ about Santa Fe Literary Review.

10/08/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Foundation Hosts National Star Party Event Oct. 19”

10/05/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “MY VIEW BECKY ROWLEY- Empowering community: Your vote on higher education matters”

09/30/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Selects Laurie Saylor As Dean Of School Of Trades, Advanced Technologies And Sustainability & School Of Business, Professional Studies And Education”

09/22/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC Recognized By Generation Hope With FamilyU Seal For Exceptional Support Of Parenting Students”

09/22/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Smartboard Sept. 23, 2024- SFCC to close Oct. 4-6 for microgrid connection, SFCC awarded FamilyU Seal for student parent support”

09/16/2024 ,Santa Fe New Mexican, ‘Conversations Different’: IAIA, SFCC presidents preview open houses set for Sept. 19

09/14/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “LETTERS TO THE EDITOR – A shout-out to SFCC,” a thank you from SFCC student parents.

09/11/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Report to City Council finds ‘gender disparities’ among city workers”. See this info at end of story: An American Rescue Plan Act Recovery Funds contract with Santa Fe Community College for the hire of a workforce program coordinator to promote and support Santa Fe Community College’s trades and certifications programming in the amount of $250,000 through Dec. 31, 2026.

09/09/2024, “Smartboard, Sept. 9, 2024-SFCC to host College Ready class for parents”

09/06/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC: Santa Fe Literary Review Reading & Reception Oct. 17”

09/06/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, Pasatiempo, “Out There!- Dreaming in Color” Story about “Dream Big” exhibition.