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SFCC’s SNA Club hosts blood drive from noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday

SFCC Student Nurses Association (SNA) Club will host a Vitalant Blood Drive from noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, February 4, in the SFCC Board Room. Visit https://vit.la/ykr2hg to schedule an appointment. (Don’t know if you’ll have time? Stop by on Tuesday because walk-ins probably can be accommodated.)

Why donate blood?

This information is from Vitalant:

Because of You, Life Doesn’t Stop

Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. This could be a little girl in the ICU or a mother with Stage 3 leukemia. If you’re worried about needles, don’t be—most blood donors compare the experience to a mild, split-second pinch! The entire process is very safe and very fast, and you will feel amazing knowing you potentially saved up to three people.

Thank you to SFCC’s SNA Club for providing this vital community service. Also, a shout-out goes to Janelle Moya for coordinating this activity.

East Wing Eatery open from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursdays

East Wing Eatery Spring 2025 Hours of Operation

Chef Milton Villarrubia announces, “SFCC’s East Wing Eatery is a class where students learn about day-to-day operations of a cafe. The East Wing Eatery is a culinary classroom that looks like a cafe, and student schedules and availability dictate our hours of operation. Beginning Thursday, Feb. 6, East Wing Eatery will be open on Thursday’s (only) from 9 a.m. until 12:30 pm. We will be serving specialty coffee drinks, pastries, and soups. We hope to add more savory breakfast and lunch items as time allows and we receive prepared items from culinary classes. Please come and support the SFCC Culinary Arts Program and see what we are doing at the East Wing Eatery Cafe. Thank you!”

PEDAC Cultural Diversity Calendars February and March

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/.

February is Black History Month

February is Black History Month. Please see links to print, audio and video resources at https://www.blackhistorymonth.gov/index.html. See useful teachers’ resources. Scroll down on this Smithsonian Institution web page to see resources available there.

The Santa Fe City Public Libraries have talks and events scheduled. All events are free, but some require pre-registration. Read more and register here.

Visual Arts Gallery will host a reception for ‘Palladium 1000’ from 3 to 6 p.m. March 6

SFCC’s Visual Arts Gallery will host a reception for “Palladium 1000” from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 6 in the Visual Arts Gallery. The multi-media exhibition will showcase artist Amy Parrish’s figurative sculptures (dolls), writings and additional artwork that embody the artist’s years-long exploration of the concept of women’s intuition. Refreshments will be served at the free public reception.

The “Palladium 1000” exhibition runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday (March 6 through April 11). Viewers will be asked to share their own reflections in response to the work. In conjunction with the exhibition, Parrish will offer two free workshops for women to create their own soft-sculpture dolls and explore their own still inner voice. The workshops will be offered in the Visual Arts Gallery from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 8 and Saturday, March 22. Participants will need to bring a sack lunch and pre-register at palladium1000.com.

Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel said, “SFCC is excited to host this innovative, creative and deeply moving exhibition by artist and longtime SFCC art student Amy Parrish. We’re looking forward to the community interacting with her art.”

Parrish said the exhibition, titled “Palladium 1000,” draws inspiration from the Greek word “Pallas,” associated with Pallas Athena, the protector of the city of Troy. “Pallas” means “Little Maiden Protector,” a fitting symbol for the small yet powerful intuitive voice within each of us. “Through this collection of my art, I invite viewers to visualize and connect with this inner guidance,” Parrish added.

Parrish has studied and been inspired by the Russian fairy tale and myth of Vasalisa for more than 20 years. In the tale, Vasalisa’s dying mother gives her a little doll and instructs her to feed it a little every day and listen to it, promising it will protect her. Vasalisa faces numerous trials, with the doll guiding her through each one, ultimately returning home resilient and deeply connected to her inner wisdom. Parrish’s sculptures are her artistic dolls. All of them are made with various materials and feature hand-stitched elements.

Parrish explains that the doll has long been a powerful symbol woven into our cultural and historical fabric. While modern society often associates dolls with childhood play—such as the iconic Barbie phenomenon that captured the imagination of millions—ancient cultures imbued dolls with deeper, spiritual significance. In Greek tradition, women would consecrate their dolls to goddesses upon marriage, marking a profound rite of passage. Archaeological discoveries reveal small, portable goddess figures from Paleolithic and Neolithic cultures, designed to be carried close to the body as sources of spiritual connection. Dolls have also served sacred purposes, symbolizing those who have passed or acting as vessels of energy and meaning.

Parrish asks, “If you were to make a little doll of our own, what would she look like? What would she say to you?” This is the invitation extended to all through “Palladium 1000.”

Register for free workshops for women on either March 8 or March 22

She is leading the two workshops in March to foster community engagement. She invites women to join her in creating their own dolls – symbols of their intuition, which can be showcased in the exhibition. Parrish said, “This collaborative effort aims to give image and voice to the inner knowing that guides and protects.” The free workshops are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on either Saturday, March 8 or Saturday, March 22, in the Visual Arts Gallery. Read more about the workshops and pre-register at palladium1000.com.

“Working with this material for so many years has been such a gift to me,” Parrish shared. “Giving a physical form to that part of myself that I hide from myself or am taught to not trust gives me greater awareness about what I really want and need and who I am at a deeper level. My hope is that we will honor all the grandmothers before us who passed on their wisdom, in any voice they could muster. We will find a way to make the lineage stronger, reweave the breaks in the thread, and go forward intact and more connected to our intuition.”

She added, “As women, we need reminders of this deep dimension of ourselves. In a world that is shouting at us, how do we find space to hear that soft, quiet knowing voice?”

The SFCC Visual Arts Gallery is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except when the college is closed. For more information about the SFCC Visual Arts Gallery, contact Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel via email at linda.cassel@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1501.

Paralegals of Santa Fe Networking Group
Next meeting Feb. 13 at HEC

SFCC Paralegal Studies program sponsors this networking group to bring together paralegals, legal assistants, and legal secretaries in Northern New Mexico. The group meets the second Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the HEC. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow students, connect with legal professionals, networks, learn and share tips and just have fun!

‘Cain and Abel’ exhibition continues through February 19

SFCC’s Visual Arts Gallery hosted an opening reception for “Cain and Abel” on January 23. The large-scale gouache and collage paintings by Marfa, Texas artist Julie Speed captivated viewers as they toured the gallery. The exhibition continues through February 19.

The large-scale paintings are 60 by 40 inches. Speed paints surreal scenes in a realistic style with oil and collage. After the opening, the exhibition will continue in the Visual Arts Gallery, 6401 Richards Avenue, through Wednesday, February 19.

Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel said, “Julie Speed’s art is extraordinary. SFCC is delighted to present this exhibition. I encourage everyone to stop by to see it in person to fully appreciate the fine detail and intricacy of the artwork.” Cassel first saw the artist’s work when she toured Speed’s studio in Marfa, Texas, as part of a fall semester art class taught by John Boyce.

The “Cain and Abel” works were Inspired by a small group of 15th century paintings and ink drawings known as Siyah Qalam (attributed to The Master of the Black Pen), that include a half dozen wrestling demon paintings reminding Speed of photos of American style high school team wrestling.

The three main paper sources for the “Cain and Abel” series were an 1870s Gustav Dore illustrated Bible from Sweden that was wrecked in a Galveston flood, pages from 19th Century woodblock printed issues of The Illustrated London News that she found on eBay, and wormholed Japanese woodblock prints from the same era. Read more about the “Cain and Abel” series at https://www.juliespeed.com/new-page-4.

Speed (born in 1951) is a distinguished American artist. After dropping out of the Rhode Island School of Design at age 19, Speed spent her twenties moving around the U.S. and Canada working pick up jobs (house painter, horse trainer, ad writer, farm worker, etc.) until moving to Texas in 1978 where she settled down and taught herself to paint. She switches back and forth regularly between oil painting, printmaking, collage, gouache and drawing, often combining disciplines. She lives and works in a century-old prison in Marfa, Texas.

Christoper Blay wrote about Speed in Art in America, “There is a kinship between Speed’s paintings and those of Hieronymus Bosch, the Surrealists and the Dadaists. But her work lives in its own realm, where we can point to absurd juxtapositions and put aside the law of physics and nature as torments build. Viewers find themselves in Speed’s own garden of human damnation where her vivid and dark organization delivers our long-delayed comeuppance.”

The SFCC Visual Arts Gallery is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, except when the college is closed. For more information about the SFCC Visual Arts Gallery, contact Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel via email at linda.cassel@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1501.

SFCC and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide open appointments for tax assistance and preparation February 3 through April 15

Appointments required for tax preparation

SFCC and AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will offer in-person tax assistance and preparation by appointment. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free tax assistance and preparation service. The services are provided by volunteers from the community. Appointments can be made now at https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide. Tax preparation services will be offered in rooms 408 and 410 at SFCC’s main campus, 6401 Richards Avenue.

The State Coordinator of AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program Gene Varela said, “We’re excited to partner again with Santa Fe Community College to offer this free service through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide. We require appointments, so we can schedule our volunteers. Tax preparation services are being offered in English and Spanish in classrooms near the spacious Campus Center.”

All appointments can be made online at https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide. Appointments, which are expected to be quickly filled, will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday beginning Monday, February 3 and ending Monday, April 15. Individuals who do not have internet access or those who need more information, please leave a voicemail at 505-428-1780 beginning February 3. Volunteers will return calls when possible. Multiple year returns may also require multiple appointments.

Tax-Aide services are not available during any holidays observed by SFCC including Spring Break from March 24 through March 30. Tax-Aide services will also observe all SFCC closures and weather delays. Appointments affected by weather delays or closures will be rescheduled. Visit https://www.sfcc.edu/sfcc-alert/weather-alerts-and-holiday-closures/ to see notices of weather delays or closures.

Intake and other forms may be picked up at the site during tax preparation hours or you may download these forms from https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide. Please arrive 15-30 minutes early for your appointment.

Please note: Individual appointments must be made for each member of a household or group that is filing a return. For taxpayers who are married and filing jointly, both individuals must be present to sign documents. Exceptions may be made only when a spouse is unable to be present due to health issues.

What you need to bring:

• Copy of prior year return.
• Driver’s License or State ID of the primary filers.
• Social Security Card or ITIN Letters for all taxpayers and dependents.
• Social Security Year End Statement.
• Bank information (routing and account numbers) for direct deposit or direct debit.
• Income documents: W-2s; 1099s for retirement income or self-employment; interest, dividend, capital gains or brokerage statements; Unemployment (form 1099-G); gambling wins (form W2-G and related loss documentation).
• Individuals eligible for State/County Rebates or Credits – bring 2024 property tax bill(s) or rent information, out-of-pocket medical expenses (no over-the-counter or medical cannabis-related expenses) and other household income.
• Supporting documents for itemized deductions or credits: childcare, college, or vocational training information (1098-T), medical expenses not covered by insurance – including mileage, charity donations, property tax bills or receipts and mortgage interest paid.
• Self-employed Income and Expenses Documentation: 1099 NEC or other income, employment-related expenditures, business miles.  
• Market Place insurance documents (1095-A)
• IRS Identity Theft PIN (IPPIN) letter for taxpayers and/or dependents.

The AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program cannot prepare returns that include out of scope items, such as:

• Married individuals who file separately.
• Rental income.
• Self-employment returns with expenses of more than $35,000 or more, home office deduction, employees, inventory or operating loss.
• Royalty income with associated expenses.
• Solar credits.
• Casualty loss.

Innovation Center hosted Bioscience Core Skills Institute on January 17 and 18

Director of SFCC’s Innovation Center Ondine Frauenglass shared that the SFCC Innovation Center hosted the Bioscience Core Skills Institute (BCSI) January 17-18, 2025, at the SFCC Trades and Advanced Technologies Center, to train and certify New Mexico community college faculty to offer the BSCI bioscience microcredentials. https://bcsi.bio/microcredentials/ Supported by Dean Laurie Saylor, Dean Terri Tewart, and Dean Kris Swedin and attended by Associate Dean Kelly Trujillo, BSCI trained 12 evaluators to serve the Biotech business community in our region. Seven faculty from SFCC Sustainable Technologies, Biology, and The Masters Program and five CNM bioscience faculty attended the two-day training and certification. These faculty will be qualified to test students in our region (or nationally) providing third-party oversite to a process that gives our New Mexico students credentials that are highly sought after for entry level lab technicians in the industry. On January 20, The Santa Fe New Mexican reported that, “students graduating from (a) New Mexico community college with an associate degree as a lab technician routinely can find work for $50,000 to $60,000 a year.” Read the story, “Advocates for biotech businesses tout industry’s growing clout in New Mexico.”

Representatives from Northern New Mexico College, Pebble Labs, and from the board of the New Mexico Bioscience Authority attended to provide feedback and exchange information on how to support tech training at the community college level to grow the bioscience industry in New Mexico. 

Immigration Support Services in Santa Fe – Community Resource Guide/Servicios de Apoyo a la Inmigración en Santa Fe – Guía de Recursos Comunitarios

2025 SOFE calendar of FEC events

The School of Fitness Education (SOFE) has a preliminary 2025 calendar of special events at the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center (FEC). Refer to the image above for the dates. The dates on the calendar are firm, but not all the registration details or hours are set at this time. Save the Date if these are activities that you enjoy participating in! Maybe seeing these upcoming dates will inspire you to keep up your 2025 Fitness New Year’s resolutions.

Story about Dual Credit featured in Tumbleweeds Magazine

Director of Student Engagement and Outreach Marcos Maez wrote a story about SFCC’s Dual Credit program in the Tumbleweeds Magazine story, “Dual Credit at Santa Fe Community College: A program that really makes a difference.”

Here are some excerpts from the excellent story:

“In today’s fast-evolving academic landscape, students are increasingly looking for ways to jumpstart their college experience while still in high school. Dual credit programs, such as the one offered by Santa Fe Community College (SFCC), provide an invaluable opportunity for motivated high school students to earn college credits, build a stronger academic foundation, and ease the transition to post-secondary education. This program empowers students by enabling them to complete college-level coursework, often at little to no cost, while simultaneously satisfying high school graduation requirements. SFCC’s dual credit program provides a range of benefits, including financial savings and improved career preparation, which help students achieve their educational goals more efficiently….”

Near the end of the story, Marcos shared his personal observation:

“I want to pause here for a moment and share that as a professional who has been working with dual credit students at SFCC for more than a decade, I have seen how this program can affect the very trajectory of a student’s life. A few years ago, when visiting a Santa Fe High School classroom to introduce the program to students, I had the opportunity to meet a student who was, by his own admission, a mediocre student and fairly disengaged from school. Together SFCC Dual Credit Specialist Niki McKay and I convinced him to take a dual credit course. He then continued working one-on-one with Niki, who helped him identify the right course and encouraged him through the registration process to the first day of class. He took and completed a Culinary Arts course. It would become the first on the road to his associate degree, which he completed in 2023. The dual credit experience not only introduced him more fully to the career he would pursue, but it also created relevance for all his other courses in high school as he began to see and understand their connection to his future. He was a high performer in his dual credit classes and improved in all his other courses. One of the most rewarding days for me in the last few years was when his mother found Niki and me to say “thank you” as she and her son, in cap and gown, arrived for Commencement. It was wonderful to celebrate his accomplishment.

I also know that his story is not unique. We have seen this happen for many of our dual credit students who discover themselves and their future because of this opportunity….” Read the full story at “Dual Credit at Santa Fe Community College: A program that really makes a difference.”

CE hosts NM film premiere of “Blue: The Life and Art of George Rodrigue” at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 2 at Four Seasons Rancho Encantado

Advance registration is required by enrolling in the CE class

SFCC’s Continuing Education’s (CE) department in conjunction with Four Seasons Rancho Encantado will present the New Mexico premiere of “Blue: The Life and Art of George Rodrigue,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 2. Registration for the event is required by enrolling in the CE class. (See the class on Page 8 of the catalog.) Registration assistance is available by emailing CE@sfcc.edu or calling 505-428-1676.

The CE department has offered a variety of popular classes taught by Wendy Rodrigue Magnus, the widow of acclaimed artist George Rodrigue (1944-2013). In September, the SFCC Visual Arts Gallery featured the artist’s work in  “Dream Big: The Art of George Rodrigue,” organized by Wendy’s Life & Legacy Foundation, a non-profit organization that encourages the arts in education. The installation included 50 original paintings from Wendy’s private collection, including Rodrigue’s Cajun Series landscapes and portraiture, his paintings inspired by New Mexico, and his well-known Blue Dog canvases. SFCC partnered with Wendy to bring area school children to the campus for art and storytelling experiences within the exhibition. See more here.

The New Mexico film premiere of “Blue: The Life and Art of George Rodrigue,” will be presented at 4 p.m. Sunday, March 2 in the grand ballroom of Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado. The documentary is an intimate exploration of the iconic artist behind the Blue Dog series. After viewing the documentary, participants will be part of a lively Q & A session with producer Jim Dotson, director Sean O’Malley and George Rodrigue’s widow, Wendy Rodrigue Magnus. There is also an option to attend a four-course dinner following the film showing. Reservations for the dinner need to be made by calling Four Seasons Resort at 505-946-5700. See a trailer for the film at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBAI_Etenok&t=20s.

Continuing Education Director Benjamin Lincoln said, “The New Mexico film premiere is particularly timely. George Rodrigue’s art was inspired by the dynamic and rich culture of New Orleans, a city which is once again demonstrating courage and resilience.”

Background about the film:

Story Synopsis: The feature documentary “Blue: The Life and Art of George Rodrigue” paints a portrait of the world-renowned Cajun artist. George Rodrigue told the story of his exiled ancestors through brushstrokes, overcoming insurmountable adversity on a journey to become an international pop art sensation with his instantly recognizable, golden-eyed Blue Dog. “Blue” features interviews with George Rodrigue’s family, friends, curators, critics, collectors, and notable New Orleans’ figures, including Chef Emeril Lagasse, Drew Brees, James Carville, and former Mayor Marc Morial. Heavily influenced by the art of Andy Warhol, Rodrigue attended the ArtCenter College of Design in Los Angeles in the 1960s before returning home to paint Louisiana. After two decades of celebrating Cajun culture on canvas, Rodrigue achieved commercial success by turning a Cajun folklore character, known as the “loup-garou,” into the iconic Blue Dog. From teaching himself to paint while bedridden with polio, to being overlooked by art critics and museums for decades, to his valiant battles with Hurricane Katrina and cancer, George Rodrigue stayed true to his vision and in the process made us all happy to feel Blue.

Awards and Honors: “Blue: The Life & Art of George Rodrigue” has won the following awards: New Orleans Film Festival, Winner – Audience Award; Amsterdam New Cinema Fest, Winner – Best Documentary; IndieX Film Fest. Winner – Best Producer and Best Director; Asian Talent Film Fest, Winner Outstanding Achievement – Documentary; Bangkok Movie Awards, Winner – Best producer, Director, Documentary; Cannes World Film Festival, Winner – Best Biographical Feature Film; Oniros Film Awards New York, Finalist – Best Documentary; Swedish International Film Fest – Nominee.

Director’s Bio: Upon moving to Los Angeles, native New Orleanian, Sean O’Malley built his 25-year career in the unscripted television world, bringing his creative vision to more than 175 episodes of Discovery’s Food Paradise, and numerous other series under the Discovery umbrella of networks. Most recently, O’Malley partnered with celebrity chef Jesus Diaz, from Univision’s Despierta América, to produce Que Delicia: El Sabor De América. The groundbreaking series is an in-depth exploration of Latin American cuisine in the U.S., and the stories of the people behind the plates for Univision’s streamer, ViX. Blue marks his second feature documentary collaboration with WLAE, the first being the award-winning Fats Domino: Walkin’ Back to New Orleans in 2008.

Director’s Statement: “I was drawn to this project because I grew up in New Orleans with deep Cajun roots,” said Director Sean O’Malley. “George persevered through multiple challenges in his lifetime on his odyssey from the small town of New Iberia, Louisiana to recognition as one of the most important artists of our time. I’m proud to have the opportunity to tell his moving and uplifting story.”

Read more in the full press release.

Transfer Fair from noon to 3:30 p.m. on February 26 in Main Hallway

Stop by the in-person Transfer Fair from noon to 3:30 p.m. in the Main Entrance Hallway. The event is open to the public.

Meet representatives of SFCC (Dental program and more), as well as four-year colleges and universities. Participants include:

• Institute of American Indian Arts
• University of New Mexico
• New Mexico State University
• Northern New Mexico College
• New Mexico Highlands University
• Grand Canyon University
• Eastern New Mexico University
• Colorado State University (Pueblo)
• Western New Mexico University
• Northern Arizona University
• and other institutions.

Learn about transfer opportunities. Call 505-428-1406 or email career.services@sfcc.edu for information.

SFCC accepting applications for Environmental Technical Training through March 31

Training will run April 14 through May 16 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road.

Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) is accepting applications for its free Environmental Technician training program, which provides the training, skills and certifications necessary to enter a wide range of job opportunities in the environmental profession. Applications will be accepted through March 31, 2025. The free training runs April 14 through May 16 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. (Please note: The training dates have changed as indicated here.) This intensive 5-week training program classes provide certifications and skills for entry level job positions:

• General Hazardous Waste Site Worker (HAZWOPER) 40 hours
• CPR and First Aid (6 hours)
• Forklift Operator (6 hours)
• OSHA Construction Standards (10 hours)
• Confined Space Entry and Non-Entry Rescue (8 hours)
• Solid Waste Management (8 hours)
• Hazardous Waste Management (RCRA) (24 hours)
• Phase I and Phase II Environmental Assessments (16 hours)
• Environmental Sampling (24 hours)
• DOT HazMat (16 hours)
• Bloodborne Pathogens (4 hours)
• Radiation Safety (8 hours)

Applicants must be able to attend the entire five-week program, have a high school diploma or GED, be 18 years or older, be able to lift 30 pounds and must be unemployed, underemployed or low-income. Veterans are encouraged to apply. The training also will help students to become career-ready with assistance preparing résumés and practicing interviewing techniques.

The free training is possible through a $500,000 grant SFCC received from the Environmental Protection Agency.  Sponsors and partners include: Los Alamos National Laboratory, Eight Northern Indian Pueblo Council, U.S. EPA and AGC New Mexico.

For more information and to fill out an application, visit https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/environmental-job-training. Still have questions? Either send an email to Candice.Mirabal@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1324.

Check out the latest issue of Inside SFCC

The latest issue of Inside SFCC extends wishes for a wonderful Winter Break, expresses gratitude for recent bond support and includes interviews with Nursing Education Director Lucas Gonzales, Daniela Gurule who is spreading the word on the value of college through the Title V Exito en SFCC grant intiative and an interview with SFCC’s 93-year-old pickleball player known as J.R. and more!

Read the full Inside SFCC here. Want to be on the email list for upcoming issues? Fill out the subscription form.

Free Workforce Training classes for New Mexico residents begin in January

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.

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Planning to transfer after SFCC?

The SFCC Transfer Fair will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 12 to 3:30 p.m. in the Main Entrance Hallway, where students can meet representatives from four-year colleges. The first 30 students to complete a fair passport will receive a free lunch or a Starbucks gift card (first come, first served).

An Out-of-State Schools Virtual Information Session will be held on Thursday, Feb. 27, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Schools presenting include Colorado State University (2:00-2:30), Colorado State University Pueblo (2:30-3:00), University of Colorado Denver (3:00-3:30), and Arizona State University (3:30-4:00).

Both events are sponsored by Student Activities in the Office of Student Engagement and Recruitment. For questions or the Zoom link, email career.services@sfcc.edu.

Thinking about transferring after SFCC? Check out the above options for students.

Sweet treats for students from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. February 13 in Main Hall by stairwell

Student Parent Success Program offers coaching for parenting students – Apply by February 9

The Student Parent Success Program provides one-to-one and small group coaching and support and additional opportunities for participating student parents to connect with peers. Some students are eligible to receive a stipend for their participation. Learn more and apply at https://www.sfcc.edu/parenting-students/student-parent-programs/spsp/

Student Parent Alliance

Student Parent Alliance members are leaders on campus and earn a $15/hour stipend for up to 60 hours/semester. Members attend monthly alliance meetings to provide ideas and feedback and plan activities and events together. They also represent the Student Parent Success Program at campus and community events. Alliance members may also provide feedback on specific programs, campus policies, or toolkits and participate in special student parent projects. See the flyers below for more details. The Spring 2025 application deadline is February 14, 2025. Visit https://www.sfcc.edu/parenting-students/student-parent-alliance/ to apply.

Multi-factor Authentication will begin soon for students

In the coming weeks, the Office of Information Technology (OIT) will be rolling out the requirement for multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA will be required when logging into SFCC-provided applications such as MySFCC, Canvas, and Microsoft products. MFA is best practice, and the added security measure requires you to verify your identity with a second factor, like a code sent to your phone, in addition to your password.

More information will be shared soon. If you are an employee, you have already completed this process. Please contact the Office of Information Technology service desk at (505) 428-1222 if you have any questions.
For further information, please visit: https://w3.sfcc.edu/oit/mfa/

Please note: No action is required at this time.

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.

CHESS Connection Newsletter – January 29, 2025

The January 2025 CHESS Connection newsletter highlights Workday Student (SIS) progress, celebrating “WOW Moments” at Luna CC. Dr. Carol Linder is named President of Luna CC, and employees are reminded to download 2024 W-2s via Workday.

CHESS Superstars from SFCC:

⭐ Bernadette Gonzalez – Recognized for her dedication to SFCC and the Student Records/Academic Foundation testing team.
⭐ Marcos Maez – Acknowledged for his outstanding collaboration on the Workday Student Project.

Their contributions help drive CHESS forward in enhancing student services! (Read More)

Read the full issue here.

Read CHESS Connection

Academic Advisor Jonathan Harrell in Teatro Paraguas’ “Big Words” through February 9

Academic Advisor Jonathan Harrell will be performing in “Big Words” a play by local theater legend Joey Chavez, who taught theater for many years at Santa Fe High and later the New Mexico School for the Arts.  

Harrell portrays Ruben Delgado, an aspiring writer who returns to New Mexico after disappointing experiences in New York City. After a debilitating stroke leaves him with aphasia and epilepsy, Ruben faces family drama while biscochitos, tamales, and a little tequila flavor his journey forward.

“Big Words” opens January 31 and runs through February 9, with shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Purchase tickets online or call 505-424-1601 for reservations (pay at the door.)

Photo at Left: Jonathan Harrell in “Big Words” @2025 Katie Johnson

Harrell shared this heartfelt reflection on Joey Chavez and “Big Words”:

“Joey Chavez has mentored countless students in the community over the years. I’m a former student of Joey’s and he has played such an important role in my life. It’s an absolute honor to help bring his new play to life, and to be cast in a role that’s based on him. The fact that Joey wrote this play after suffering from a stroke is a tremendous act of resilience. He tells this story with compassion, humor, grace and a lot of love for his characters. It’s a beautiful story about a New Mexico family and about not giving up in the face of hardship. It’s a story about faith, love and living life.” 

OER Grants for Faculty

The SFCC OER Committee is excited to announce the next round of Open Educational Resources (OER) Grants, now open to all faculty and adjunct faculty. These grants have been developed to support faculty in reducing textbook costs for students while enhancing the relevance and quality of course materials. Faculty can use funding to redesign courses, enhance existing content, or create entirely new instructional materials.

Grant Opportunities

• Course Redesign or Course Enhancement: Funding for significant course modifications or enhancements using OER.
• Special Projects: Funding for innovative projects such as writing textbooks, creating new course materials, and developing instructional videos or images. Proposals beyond traditional course redesigns are highly encouraged.

Key Dates:

• Grant Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
• Notification of Awards: March 21, 2025
• Project Completion Deadline: December 31, 2025

To learn more about the program, including eligibility, funding details, and how to apply, visit the OER Grants webpage:

https://libraryhelp.sfcc.edu/SFCCOERGrants

For questions or additional support, faculty can contact Valerie Nye at valerie.nye@sfcc.edu.

Procedure Updates for Degree Requirement Policies 3-3 & 3-4

POLICY UPDATES: Please review the Procedures for these policies that have been updated and posted online:

• SFCC Policy 3-3 Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degree Requirements – Procedures
• SFCC Policy 3-4 Associate in Applied Arts and Associate in Applied Science Degree Requirements – Procedures

Should you have any questions, please reach out to Vice President Margaret Peters or Associate Vice President Ivan Lopez Hurtada. 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.

Welcome Clarissa Trujillo as FEC Facility Director

Clarissa Trujillo is now serving the college as the Williiam C. Witter Fitness Education Center (FEC) Facility Director.

FYI: Herman Garcia left that full-time role at the end of last semester. You will still be seeing Herman Garcia at special FEC events and as an adjunct instructor.

Campus Weekly asked Clarissa Tujillo to share a little bit about herself and her love of fitness. (See her quote below.)

I’m excited to be starting this new role as the Facilities Director at the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center.
I have been with Santa Fe Community College since October 2023, working as a Facility Supervisor at the Santa Fe Fitness Center. I have a background in overseeing fitness facilities and ensuring a safe, clean environment for patrons.
My fitness interests include a deep passion for swimming and group fitness, both of which I believe offer tremendous benefits for physical health and mental well-being. I am particularly excited about fostering an environment where individuals can not only engage in these activities but also feel empowered to take control of their health. I am committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community that values a healthy mind and body. This means supporting fitness opportunities that welcome people of all backgrounds and fitness levels, and encouraging wellness as a lifelong journey. By creating such an environment, I hope to inspire and motivate others to reach their full potential in both mind and body.

 – Clarissa Trujillo

SFCC’s Workforce Training seeks part-time Microsoft Office Instructor

The Workforce Training Division at SFCC is seeking a dynamic part-time Microsoft Office Instructor to provide high-quality training on Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The instructor will deliver training sessions to groups throughout Santa Fe and surrounding areas, ensuring that participants acquire the necessary skills to use these tools efficiently and effectively.

Requirements:

• Have your own reliable transportation and able to travel to customer locations in Santa Fe, Los Alamos, and Albuquerque to deliver the trainings.
• Availability to work Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. approximately 18-20 hours per month.
• Willingness to become a certified Microsoft Office Instructor. We will pay for your study time and to take the online exams.
• Prior experience teaching or instructing groups of varying skill levels is highly preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts in a simple, easy-to-understand manner.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to the needs of different learners.
• Patience, adaptability, and a passion for teaching.
• Hourly teaching rate is $125/hour.

For more information please contact:

Christi Balzarini, Director of Program Sales | SFCC Continuing Education & Workforce Development
Christi.balzarini@sfcc.edu
505-428-1247

Employee Fitness CRN now available for Spring 25

The Office of Human Resources is happy to make available the Employee Fitness Program CRN code for the Spring 2025 semester. SFCC Employee Health Benefit (Policy 4-36) allows employees to gain access to the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center by waiving access fees. The policy also offers employees use of 90 minutes paid release time upon supervisor approval for fitness purposes. You may register for the fitness program online through MYSFCC or through an enrollment specialist.

Policy 4-36: Compensation and benefits – Policy

The CRN can be found on SFCC Connect and in the most recent HR Newsletter.

English and Communications Winter 2024 Newsletter

Kate McCahill has shared the Winter 2024 English and Communications Newsletter: https://www.sfcc.edu/english-and-communications-winter-2024-newsletter/

Policy Updates

On Dec. 4, the SFCC Governing Board approved the following policies. Please become familiar with these policies:

•  SFCC Policy 1-2 Governing Board Authority, Roles, and Responsibilities; President Rowley
• SFCC Policy 2-9 Children on Campus (New), Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Margaret Peters, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs Thomasinia Ortiz-Gallegos, Ed.D., Student Parent Success Manager Rachel Kutcher
• SFCC Policy 3-3 Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degree Requirements and SFCC Policy 3-4 Associate in Applied Arts and Associate in Applied Science Degree Requirements, Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Margaret Peters, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs Ivan Lopez-Hurtado, Ph.D.

Should you have any questions about these policies, please reach out to the contacts above. 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.

Spring 2025 Online Teaching & Learning training opportunities

A number of training opportunities are available this spring. 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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Rocío Rodríguez had a successful opening

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Exhibition continues through February 14

Santa Fe Community College’s Art on Campus hosted a well-attended reception for Fine Arts Alumna Rocío Rodríguez and her pop-up up exhibition, “Conversations with the Canvas” on January 30 in the Dean’s Gallery in the entry lobby of SFCC’s Fine Art Center. The exhibition runs through February 14. Rodríguez, who continues to expand her artistic journey, is taking additional fine arts classes at SFCC.

Artist’s statement:

“My name is Rocío Rodríguez, in my work, the canvas wants to be a sculpture. I use canvas and acrylic paint, but the interaction with the space is critical for each piece. I am a multidisciplinary artist with a background in architecture and a portrait-photography practice. I finished my associate degree last fall at SFCC in Fine Arts (sculpture).

In making my work, I think about balance and constant transformation. As a migrant, I am familiar with moving and adapting to new contexts, and my work has an ephemeral character that reflects this. My most recent series releases the canvas from its restraints, embracing the organic nature of the material and allowing it to become an independent creature. With this, the canvas is free, and it wants to be a sculpture.”

Pop-up shows in the Dean’s Gallery are available for viewing during regular campus open hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

For more information, contact Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel via email at linda.cassel@sfcc.edu or by phone at 505-428-1501.

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CE Spring registration continues

Legendary Chef Johnny Vee, featured on the catalog cover, will offer three culinary classes

Attend a film premiere of “Blue: Life and Art of George Rodrigue”

Dozens of new classes offered on campus, 6401 Richards Avenue, and at partner locations

SFCC’s Continuing Education (CE) registration has opened with more than 150 offerings in SFCC’s Spring Continuing Education Schedule. Print copies are available in the racks at Santa Fe Community College, the Santa Fe Higher Education Center and around town. Visit https://www.sfcc.edu/ce for tips on registering and to view the variety of offerings available for personal enrichment or to develop professional skills.

Spring CE classes begin in January. “It’s a great time to register for a class as part of your New Year’s Resolution,” CE Director Benjamin Lincoln said. “We’re delighted to partner with Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe at De Vargas Center where we will offer three new culinary classes taught by Santa Fe’s legendary chef, Johnny Vollertsen, known best as Chef Johnny Vee.” Chef Johnny Vee is featured on the catalog cover.

Lincoln added, “While we have many CE classes at the college, we’re also excited to continue our many popular classes with off-site partners such as Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado, CHOMP Food Hall and Sky Railway. A highlight this spring will be an opportunity to attend the premiere of “Blue: Life and Legacy of George Rodrigue” on Sunday, March 2 at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado.”

Cook with Chef Johnny Vee

Chef Johnny Vee’s classes include: A Culinary Tour of France, A Culinary Tour of Spain and a High-Altitude Baking Workshop. He’ll lead the classes in the kitchen at Las Cosas Kitchen Shoppe. A 10 percent discount at the shop is available at the completion of any of the classes.

Chef Johhny Vee began his career working in a variety of popular and famous New York City restaurants including Soho’s “Greenstreet,” Tribeca’s “Odeon” and Larry Forgione’s milestone “An American Place.” In 1985, Johnny was sought out by a company in Sydney to open an American-Style Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, a project that led to a chain of six Southwest cuisine restaurants in Australia and New Zealand called the “Arizona Bar and Grill.” After completing his final Arizona Bar and Grill location in New Zealand, he moved to Santa Fe.

Since his arrival in Santa Fe, the charismatic chef has had a distinguished career as an esteemed culinary instructor, caterer to celebrities, and as a popular food critic and culinary writer. He currently is a contributing writer to the Santa Fe New Mexican’s Pasatiempo.

Attend Film Premiere of “Blue: Life and Legacy of George Rodrigue”

The CE department has offered a variety of popular classes taught by Wendy Rodrigue, the widow of acclaimed artist George Rodrigue. Last fall, the SFCC Visual Arts Gallery featured the artist’s work in “Dream Big: The Art of George Rodrigue,” including his well-known Blue Dog canvases.

The CE department now offers the opportunity to attend the film premiere of “Blue: Life and Art of George Rodrigue,” on Sunday, March 2 in the grand ballroom of Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado.  The documentary is an intimate exploration of the iconic artist behind the Blue Dog series.  After viewing the documentary, participants will be part of a lively Q & A session with producer Jim Dotson, director Sean O’Malley and George Rodrigue’s widow, Wendy Rodrigue Magnus. There is also an option to attend a four-course dinner following the film showing.

Jim Dotson is a celebrated filmmaker and producer known for his compelling documentaries and cultural projects. His work includes “Gulf Aid: Concert for the Coast (2010),” which captured the resilience and solidarity of the Gulf Coast community through music; and “Fats Domino: Walkin’ Back to New Orleans (2008),” a tribute to the legendary musician’s influence on rock and roll. Dotson’s storytelling weaves together art, music, and history, creating impactful narratives that resonate with audiences worldwide. Director Sean O’Malley brings more than two decades of work experience with his wife and partner, Jeannine O’Malley, through their production company, O’Malley Productions.

Sample new wine classes

New classes by Sommelier Byron Rudolph will tempt your palate in the world of wine.  He will teach the following classes: “Tour the Wine Regions of France,” “Wine 101—Grape to Bottle to Nose to Taste,” “Champagne for Every Occasion” and “Taste and Share Wine like a Sommelier.” These fun and engaging classes will be in person at SFCC.

Learn how to safely operate a drone

R.J. Pieper offers drone instruction and skills in two new course offerings.The first class, “An Introduction to Drones,” will focus on the fundamentals. At the end of the class, students will be ready to take the FAA TRUST test and will participate in a discovery flight. An intermediate course, “Drones at Work,” explores the various applications of drones as a versatile tool, covering fields such as photography, video production, agriculture, construction, surveying, and public safety.

Benjamin Lincoln, CE director said, “We’ve got a full range of classes to meet everyone’s needs. You can participate in classes during the day or join evening or weekend classes to fit your schedule. It’s great because you can attend a one-day class or a course that meets for several weeks.”

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.

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

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

The Fall Writing Generation 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/.

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

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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01/31/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “FINAL FRAME-‘Cain’s Monkey’ by Julie Speed”

01/29/2025, Santa Fe Reporter, “Breaking Cyclical Chains”

01/28/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Area leaders assail Trump funding halt; State DOJ says FEMA fire relief money not accessible”

12/18/2024, Santa Fe Reporter, “25 Things We Love About Santa Fe Right Now-SFCC’s food pantry served more than 10,000 individuals this year.”

12/16/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, Smartboard Dec. 16, 2024-SFCC spring continuing education classes now open; SFCC higher education center to close for winter break

12/14/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “State higher education department requests 6% budget increase”

12/12/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “Santa Fe Community College Accepting Applications For Free Environmental Technician Training”

12/11/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Santa Fe city councilors approve sale of midtown land to film studio”

12/11/2024, Albuquerque Journal, “Higher education leaders grilled on funding, return on investment by lawmakers”

12/09/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “Registration Now Open For Spring Continuing Education Classes At Santa Fe Community College”

12/09/2024, Of Interest, Santa Fe New Mexican, “264-lot housing development south of Santa Fe moving forward”

12/09/2024, Smartboard Dec. 9, 2024 Santa Fe New Mexican, —SFCC partners with doh to host free flu, covid-19 vaccine clinic, Santa fe community college to host ‘Big Band Holiday Concert’, Santa fe community college to host free film and tv classes

12/09/2024, Los Alamos Daily Post, “SFCC & NMDOH Offering Free Flu And COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic In Santa Fe Wednesday Dec. 11”

12/07/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican, “MY VIEW ALAN WEBBER–Midtown campus studio development is good for Santa Fe”

12/02/2024, Santa Fe New Mexican,10 WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE-Promoting aquaponics, providing greens (SFCC student Nate Downey)

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.