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Collective Glass to open with a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 9

Exhibition will showcase works from the glass art community including SFCC, Institute of American Indian Arts, Liquid Light, Prairie Dog Glass, Tesuque Glass and members of the New Mexico Glass Alliance

The pop-up show will continue through April 23.

Santa Fe Community College’s Art on Campus will host a reception for Collective Glass, a pop-up exhibition, from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, April 9 in the Dean’s Gallery in the Fine Arts Center Lobby, 6401 Richards Ave., 87508. The exhibition showcases glass artwork from students and instructors from Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and the Institute of American Indian Arts (IAIA), along with work by artists from Liquid Light, Prairie Dog Glass, Tesuque Glass and members of the New Mexico Glass Alliance.

The show features functional bowls, platters and vessels, jewelry, and games, along with sculptural fine arts. The opening reception is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided. Collective Glass continues through Thursday, April 23.

“This exhibition gives the community a chance to meet regional glass artists and experience one-of-a-kind works that interact with light, creating a tangible rainbow,” Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel said. “Visitors can also learn more about glassblowing, including where to see demonstrations and find opportunities for instruction.”

About the Collective Glass pop-up

More than 30 artists are featured, including Barbara Bloomberg, Willi Haye, Luetta Donalds, Russell Frye, Amy Griffith, Deborah Gerrity, Elodie Holmes, Gurudaya Khalsa, Debra Meyer, Josephine Lazarus, Spooner Marcus, Patrick Morrissey, Jayne Nordstrom, Jazmin Novak, Jeff Phillips, Andrea Polli, Ellen Premack, Fred Roensch and Linda Mae Tratechard.

“Our exhibitors range from new learners to advanced professional artists,” said Roensch, an SFCC student studying glass sculpture. “The final pieces are often visually stunning surprises when they come out of the kiln.”

Glass artists use a range of techniques such as casting, fusing, blowing, and painting glass. SFCC instructor Patrick Morrissey said, “Many of these artists have been working in glass for twenty or more years and are using new processes. In glass, many techniques are possible and the artists who experiment are always sharing new ideas.” IAIA adjunct faculty member at the Alan Houser Sculpture Studio Russell Frye said, “Many more students get the chance to work in glass now, are taking a serious interest, and are loving this old but new medium available in a college setting.”

SFCC Pop-Up Shows/Exhibitions

SFCC’s short-term pop-up shows are showcased in the Dean’s Gallery in the front lobby of the Fine Arts Center.

Pop-up shows in Dean’s Gallery are available for viewing during regular campus open hours from 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. Visitors who stop by between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday can also see the current exhibition in the Visual Arts Gallery.

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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Swati Avasthi leads a creative writing session at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 25

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Smiles Club will sell $2 World’s Finest® chocolate bars from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 26, in the Campus Center

The Smiles Club (Dental program students) will be in the Campus Center selling World’s Finest® chocolate bars for $2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, March 26. The Smiles Club of SFCC Dental students will continue to sell the chocolates until March 30. Stop by the Health & Sciences Wing to buy the World’s Finest Chocolate from our Dental students!

For more info: karla.martineztalave@sfcc.edu or judith.hernandezmons@sfcc.edu. The fundraiser is in cooperation with SFCC Foundation. The Smiles Club is a student group. The money they raise supports dental students who would like to attend dental conferences or other activities related to their programs. For more info send an email to karla.martineztalave@sfcc.edu or judith.hernandezmons@sfcc.edu.

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Check out the latest Inside SFCC

Check out the latest issue of Inside SFCC, which highlights SFCC’s training in fiber optics technology–one of the fastest growing industries in the state.

In the story, “SFCC fiber optic training strengthens state’s broadband workforce,” meet three individuals from around the state who are participating in SFCC’s Pre-Apprentice Opportunity Program. Also, watch a video to learn more about the program.

The issue also showcases Community College Month events. SFCC participates in National Community College Month in April. Also, included in the issue are noteworthy college happenings including the swearing in of board member Harold Dittmer, the service outreach to 2,000 students by SFCC dental students and the upcoming free Environmental Tech training program.

Don’t miss an issues. Subscribe to Inside SFCC here.

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Art on Campus will host the Capital High Spring opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 17, in the main hallway

Santa Fe Community College’s Art on Campus will host the Capital High School Spring Showcase exhibition opening from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 17 in the main hallway entrance–across from the Cashier’s office. The free reception is open to the public. The exhibition closes on Tuesday, May 5.

The exhibition will feature approximately 100 pieces of selected art from about 80 student artists in grades 9 through 12. The artwork will be on display whenever the campus is open.

“The 2026 Capital High art show is a culmination of another great year of art instruction at Capital High School,” Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel said. “It’s always fun to see the students and teachers come together with family, friends and neighbors to celebrate these young artists and the outstanding work that they have created.”

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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Student Nurse Association will host Vitalant Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, in FEC parking lot

Please use the QR code in the graphic above or visit https://bit.ly/sfcc_blood_drive to schedule a time to donate blood.

SFCC’s Student Nurses Association (SNA) Club will host a Vitalant Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 21, in the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center (FEC) parking lot. Please bring your photo ID.

To schedule a blood donation, visit https://bit.ly/sfcc_blood_drive (or use the QR code in the graphic above) or call 877-258-4825.

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Dental Department accepting applications

Accepting application – Dental Programs.

Apply now! – Watch the video of a current Dental Assistant student talking about what she loves about the program.

SFCC Dental Department is accepting applications for:

• Certificate in Dental Assisting (2 semesters)
• Certificate in Advanced Allied Dental Skills (1 semester)
• Certificate in Community Dental Health Coordinator (2-3 semesters)
• Certificate in Expanded Functions Dental Auxiliary (2 semesters)
• AAS degree in Dental Health (3-4 semesters)

For details, please visit: https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/dental-2/

For questions and application, please email: aamna.nayyar@sfcc.edu.

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SFCC will close for Spring Break and Spring Holiday from Monday March 30 through Monday, April 6

Santa Fe Higher Education Center to remain open to those who are enrolled in a Contract training or CE class that week. Please note: The Santa Fe Higher Education Center will not be open to SFCC students and tutors during the break.

Santa Fe Community College (SFCC), 6401 Richards Avenue will close for Spring Break from Monday, March 30, through Sunday, April 5, followed by Spring Holiday on Monday, April 6. All campus facilities will be closed. No classes, activities or student services will be available. SFCC’s early childhood development center Kids Campus and the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center will also be closed. The Santa Fe Higher Education Center (SFHEC), 1950 Siringo Road, will remain open throughout the week to those who are attending Contract Training or CE classes. Note: SFCC students and tutors will not have access to the SF HEC during the Spring Break.

SFCC’s Continuing Education (CE) Department is closed during Spring Break for in-person classes on the SFCC campus (6401 Richards Ave.) and online classes. Off-campus Continuing Education classes during the time of the closure will continue as scheduled. If you have questions about CE classes, call 505-428-1676 or email ce@sfcc.edu.

SFCC including Continuing Education, Kids Campus and the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, April 7.

Registration for late-starting, midsemester classes that begin on March 16 is ongoing.  Visit https://www.sfcc.edu/late-starting-classes/. For information about registration visit sfcc.edu/get-started/apply-and-register/ or call 505-428-1270. Learn more about registration for non-credit Continuing Education classes by visiting https://www.sfcc.edu/ce or send an email to ce@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1676.

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

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

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

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Applications open for free Environmental Technician training

Session runs from April 20 through May 22, 2026
at Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road in Santa Fe

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 April 14, 2026. The free training runs April 20 through May 22 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center, 1950 Siringo Road. This intensive 5-week training program provides certifications and skills for in-demand jobs.

The program includes the following certifications:

• 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 will also help students to become career-ready with assistance preparing résumés and practicing interviewing techniques.

The free training is made possible through a $500,000 grant that 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?  Contact Candice Mirabal at candice.mirabal@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1324.

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Stay alert: Work continues on Richards Avenue

Note additional update: Santa Fe County continues extension of Avenida del Sur and College Road

Santa Fe County issued an additional press release on March 6 stating: Construction on the road extensions for Avenida del Sur and College Drive in Santa Fe County will pick up the pace this March. Once completed, the new roadways will provide critical connections to existing roads to support current neighborhoods and future development. 

Construction on College Drive began mid-February with installation of a new waterline and is expected to continue through mid-spring. Transportation improvements for the new College Drive will include two 11-foot driving lanes, a 5-foot bicycle lane in each direction, and a 5-foot paved trail on the north side of the road. No road closures or detours are expected for this project.

Construction begins on the Avenida del Sur extension mid-March and will continue in three phases. The project is expected to be finished by mid-December this year, although utility issues or property acquisition could cause delays. Some detours and temporary road closures will occur, and the County will provide advance notice as those stages near.

Phase one begins at the entry to the newly developed Esencia property at the intersection of Via Esencia and continues east to the intersection of A Van Nu Po and includes construction of a roundabout at each of those intersections. The timeline for this work depends on utility relocations and in-progress property acquisitions.

Read about Phase two and three in the March 6 Santa Fe County press release. For questions about the project, contact Santa Fe County project manager Erin Feehily at EFeehily@SantaFeCountyNM.gov.

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Celebration of Clay: Clay Speaks of Home continues through April 8

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Dental Department had multiple February events for Give Kids a Smile Day

Good oral health habits start early, and the foundation you set for your child today can lead to a lifetime of healthy smiles. February is the national kids Oral Health Month. SFCC’s Dental Department hosted and participated in the national Give Kids a Smile Day (GKAS) events throughout the month of February. The kick start event was at SFCC’s own Kids Campus with oral screening and oral health education, followed by Santa Fe Public Schools grades Kindergarten, First and Second grade students. Approx. 2,205 kids from 6 months to 8-year-old were served. SFCC’s dental assistant and CDHC students created fun and age-appropriate activities to help the children learn about the importance of oral health and choice of careers in oral health.

Special THANK YOU to the American Dental Association foundation and Henry Schein for the donation of dental goodies. THANK YOU to La Familia Dental staff and dental students, SFCC’s Kids Campus staff, SFPS nurses and teachers and SFCC Dental Department staff, faculty and students.

To learn about GKAS Day visit: https://adanews.ada.org/ada-news/2025/october/register-give-kids-a-smile-event/

To learn about SFCC’s Dental Programs visit: https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/dental-2/

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SFCC to host Broadband Networking Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, April 24 at SF Higher Education Center

Learn about training for the in-demand broadband jobs. Employers can meet those who’ve earned Fiber Optic Certifications.

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Register for Josh Davis Olympic Clinic on April 10-11

Join us for an extraordinary swim clinic with America’s top swimming motivators, the legendary two-time Olympian, Josh Davis. This event will take place from April 10-11. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to elevate your swimming skills and become a fast and happy swimmer. Josh will be explaining the secrets to mastering all four strokes, as well as perfecting starts, turns, and streamlines. Their expertise and guidance will empower swimmers to reach new heights in the pool and beyond. Use the QR code to register and buy your ticket. For more information email usaswimclinics@yahoo.com.

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SFCC and AARP Foundation® Tax-Aide announce they 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.

Yvette Varela, the local coordinator of AARP Foundation® Tax-Aide Program said, “We’re excited to partner again with Santa Fe Community College to offer this free service through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide. This year we will be offering Saturday morning appointments from 8 to 11 a.m. in addition to the Monday through Friday appointments from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tax preparation services are being offered in English and Spanish in classrooms near the spacious Campus Center.”

Appointments are required. Make an appointment at https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide. Appointments, which are expected to fill quickly, will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday beginning Monday, February 2 and ending Wednesday, April 15. Individuals who do not have internet access or those who need more information, please call 505-428-1780 during tax appointment hours.

AARP Foundation® Tax-Aide Fast Facts

Appointments: Required and can be made at https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide.

Where: Rooms 408 and 410 in SFCC main building (near Campus Center) 6401 Richards Avenue, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87508

Dates: Monday, February 2 through Wednesday, April 15

Days and times available: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday

Cost: Free

Phone: 505-428-1780 during tax appointment hours

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:

• 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 and other income documents: 1099SSA, W-2s; 1099’s 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)
• Bank information (routing and account numbers) for direct deposit or direct debit
• Individuals eligible for State/County Rebates or Credits– bring 2025 property tax bill(s) or rent information, 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 (no over-the-counter or medical cannabis expenses) – 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, and business mile documentation.
• Be Well New Mexico or other Market Place Insurance documents (1095A)
• IRS Identity Theft PIN (IPPIN) letter for taxpayers and/or dependents

The AARP Foundation® TAX-AIDE program cannot prepare returns that include:

• Married individuals who file separately
• Rental income
• Self-employment returns with expenses of more than $50,000 or more, home office deduction, employees, inventory, operating loss or insurance with Be Well NM (Form 1095A)
• Royalty income with associated expenses; Solar Credits; or Casualty Losses
• Some special tax forms – check with the site volunteers

Some New Tax Law Changes:

• Federal: Qualified employees may be eligible for non-taxation of tip and overtime income – please use the worksheets below to gather information and determine eligibility.
• Federal: You may qualify for an interest deduction for purchasing a new vehicle that meets federal requirements – please use the worksheet (available for download at https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide or pick-up on site in advance of appointment).
• State: Qualified medical expenses will no longer be used for reduction of taxable income, they can only be used if you can itemize your deductions.

The following forms will be available at the tax preparation site, or you may download the forms at https://www.sfcc.edu/taxaide:

• 2025 Tax-Aide Intake Booklet
• 2025 Itemized Deductions Worksheet
• 2025 Education Credits Worksheet
• 2025 Self-employed Income/Expenses Worksheet
• 2025 Qualified Tip Deduction Worksheet
• 2025 Qualified Tip Deduction Worksheet for Self-Employed
• 2025 Qualified Overtime Deduction Worksheet
• 2025 Qualified Passenger Vehicle Loan Interest Worksheet
• 2025 Tax-Aide Intake Booklet
• 2025 Itemized Deductions Worksheet
• 2025 Education Credits Worksheet
• 2025 Self-employed Income/Expenses Worksheet
• 2025 Qualified Tip Deduction Worksheet
• 2025 Qualified Tip Deduction Worksheet for Self-Employed
• 2025 Qualified Overtime Deduction Worksheet
• 2025 Qualified Passenger Vehicle Loan Interest Worksheet