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Celebrate Community College Month at SFCC throughout April

April is National Community College Month. SFCC invites everyone to share their personal stories on social media using #CCMonth and #BestDecisionEver. Join us for a variety of exciting events that are open to the community including FAFSA workshops, SFCC’s Culture of Hope Day, Career Fair, fitness events, Santa Fe Creative Coding Initiative student showcase, the Building Trades Open House, Broken Parts Club Car Wash, Controlled Environment Agriculture Open House and so much more!

Read “Come experience National Community College Month events in April” from the latest issue of SFCC’s enewsletter Inside Santa Fe to read more and see an up-to-date calendar.

Invite your friends and family members to attend the many Community College Month events throughout April.

Make our community visitors feel welcome when they visit our campus. It’s also a good time to remind them about our upcoming registration periods coming up.

Spring Registration opens to all on Tuesday, April 8.
Fall Registration opens to all on Tuesday, April 15.

Transgender Day of Visibility 

Today, Monday March 31st is Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV). TDOV is not only an opportunity to celebrate the community but also a call to action for allies and advocates. It encourages individuals and organizations to engage in activities that foster acceptance and empowerment, such as educational workshops, social media campaigns, and public events dedicated to promoting understanding and allyship for transgender people. By amplifying trans voices and stories, TDOV serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of the transgender community.

On this day, communities around the globe take time to uplift and celebrate trans people, sharing their stories and achievements. It is a day to highlight the importance of visibility, which plays a crucial role in fostering acceptance and driving change. Visibility helps to challenge and dismantle stereotypes, providing a more accurate and humanizing portrayal of trans lives. Through visibility, trans individuals can find solidarity and support, knowing they are not alone in their journey.

These links provide important resources: 

ACLU NM
Advocates for Tran Equality
Anti Trans Legislative Tracker
GLAAD
Gay, Lesbian, Straight Educators Network
National Center for Transgender Equality 
Human Rights Campaign
Transgender Law Center
Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico (ABQ)
Two-Spirit Community
The Trevor Project 

The power of visibility extends beyond mere recognition; it becomes a catalyst for social progress and justice. By standing together and amplifying trans voices, we can create a more inclusive and equitable society for all.

Sincerely,
Becky Rowley, Ph.D. | SFCC President
Dr. sj Miller, Professor of Teacher Education | sj.miller@sfcc.edu
Marcos Maez, M.B.A., Director of Student Engagement and Recruitment | marcos@maez.sfcc.edu

Growing a Scientist – In a Spin!
Wednesday, April 2 3:30–4:45 pm at SFCC

Explora is bringing the museum to us. Join us for a fun session in which we’ll experiment with spinning and twirling, looping and whirling. Children will make their own tops and “twirly birds: to take home. Recommended for children ages 2-6, with their caregivers. For more information, contact: parentingstudents@sfcc.edu

Registration required: https://forms.office.com/r/uEbGAcxCcV

Volunteers needed for Commencement May 17, 2025

Volunteers are needed from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Saturday, May 17. The Registrar’s office is now accepting volunteers for the spring 2025 commencement (graduation ceremony) for multiple positions! (door greeter, usher, etc.) Come, be part of the magic! Contact the Assistant Registrar, Kristina Lally at kristina.lally@sfcc.edu to volunteer now.

Video available for Adele Oliveira’s Wri-Gen reading; creative online session is at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 2

SFCC’s Library and Creative Writing Department’s Spring Wri-Gen series started with a captivating reading by author Adele Oliviera. If you missed it, you can watch the video and then join the writing excercise/creative online session at 6 p.m., Wednesday, April 2. The interative session will spark your creativity.

Watch the video of Adele Oliveira’s reading:

Register now at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WriGenSp2025

Readings and writing generation sessions by esteemed writers
Adele Oliveira – March 19 reading; April 2 creative session
Alfredo Celedón Luján – April 23 reading; April 30 creative session
End of semester participant reading – May 7

SFCC’s Library and Creative Writing program are presenting a free online Spring 2025 Writing Generation (Wri-Gen) Series, which began March 19. Each author will read at an introductory session. In a follow-up Zoom meeting the author will engage the participants in a writing exercise/creative session. Attendees can go to any of the sessions by registering just once at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WriGenSp2025. The sessions begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and will feature these writers: Adele Oliveira (March 19 reading; April 2 creative session) and Alfredo Celedón Luján (April 23 reading; April 30 creative session.) Participants at the end of the semester will have an opportunity to share their work during the final Zoom session on May 7. Registrants will receive a Zoom link via email the morning of each event. Please register as soon as possible.

Read more about the presenters:

Adele Oliveira

Bio: Adele Oliveira (she/her) grew up in Santa Fe and lives here with her family. A freelance journalist and fiction writer, her nonfiction appears regularly in local and national publications including Vulture, Dwell, The New Republic, and Longreads. Her fiction appears in Caigibi, Texlandia and the Santa Fe Literary Review. Adele has an MFA in creative writing from the Institute of American Indian Arts and an MA in journalism from NYU. Please visit adeleoliveira.com.

Session Description: Adele loves writing in groups and cultivating shared creative space, and looks forward to doing so for SFCC’s Wri-Gen series.

Alfredo Celedón Luján

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

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

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

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

Culture of Hope Day, April 16 – RSVP by March 31

The following message was sent via SFCC president’s email:

Greetings SFCC Community,

I am excited to announce that participation is strong for SFCC’s upcoming Culture of Hope Day. If you plan to host a table, please remember to RSVP by March 31. Adjuncts who host or support a table are eligible for a $100 stipend.

Theme: Culture of Hope and What it Means to You!

When: Wednesday, April 16th, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Where: SFCC Main Hallway and Campus Center

Who is it for? SFCC students, staff, faculty, and the Santa Fe community. Free and open to the public.

Food: Salad bar, sandwiches (including vegan and vegetarian options), and drinks.

Raffle: Local gift certificates will be raffled off.

To reserve a table or space to showcase your group’s interpretation of “Culture of Hope,” please email Dr. sj Miller and Marcos Maez with the following information:

• Name (or names)
• Name of your group
• Whether you are an adjunct (adjuncts are eligible for a $100 stipend)
• Teaching area (if applicable)
• Email address

Please note: Adjuncts hosting or supporting a table are eligible for a $100 stipend. Be sure to include this in your RSVP.

Details about setting up your table will be sent to RSVPs the week prior to the event.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. We look forward to seeing you there!

Sincerely,
Becky Rowley, Ph.D. | SFCC President
Dr. sj Miller, Professor of Teacher Education | sj.miller@sfcc.edu
Marcos Maez, M.B.A., Director of Student Engagement and Recruitment | marcos@maez.sfcc.edu

Stop by Broken Parts Club Car Wash from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, April 11, at ATC

SFCC’s Broken Parts Car Club (Student Club) Annual Car Wash is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, April 11, at the Automotive Technologies Center. A donation of $10 per car requested. The fundraiser is in cooperation with SFCC Foundation is to support student club activities of the Automotive Technologies program. Call 505-428-1177 for information.

Swimming Workshop with Olympians Josh Davis and Lilly King on April 12

SFCC School of Fitness Education will host Olympic swimmers Lilly King and Josh Davis from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 12 at the William C. Fitness Education Center. This will be a one-day co-sponsored event that will be held in our lap pool.  Age group swimmers will participate in the all-day workshop and we also have an adult time slot that masters and SFCC swimmers can enroll for. Questions? Visit ultimateswimmer.com or send an email Tomas Duran at tomas.duran@sfcc.edu.

CEA Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26

The Culinary Arts program will offer bite-sized treats from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Greenhouse tours every half hour. Epic Used Book Sale also returns!

Santa Fe Community College’s Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) program will host an Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Trades and Advanced Technology Center (TATC) on Saturday, April 26. The public is invited to meet in the lobby of the TATC to begin the CEA Open House activities. Visitors can sample bite-sized treats prepared by Chef Jerry Dakan of the Culinary Arts Department from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while learning about the CEA program.

Throughout the Open House, people can join a tour of the college’s 12,000-square-foot greenhouse that serves as a living laboratory for students to operate and manage various aquaponic and hydroponic production systems. This year the CEA students are having a plant sale with a large variety of herb and vegetable seedlings ready to transplant at your home. Also ongoing during the event is another Epic Used Book Sale. All books are priced at $1 and proceeds from the book and plant sale benefit the students in the SFCC Aquaponics and Hydroponics club. Both sales are sponsored in part by the Santa Fe Community College Foundation.

CEA Academic Director Charlie Shultz said, “This is a great time to tour the SFCC greenhouses. Our advanced semester Hydroponic and Aquaponic students are producing a variety of crops such as tomatoes, cucumbers, Asian greens, peppers, herbs, lettuce, kale, algae and hemp in water-based production systems. People are often surprised to learn that worms compost all the greenhouse waste and that all the greenhouse energy is provided by the college’s solar array.”

Greenhouse tours will be offered each half hour, starting at 10:30 a.m., by SFCC-CEA students and staff. The plant and book sales will be ongoing during the 10 a.m.-2 p.m. event. Come early for best selections. Food samples prepared by the SFCC-Culinary students, faculty and staff will be available from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at no cost.

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) is a technology-based approach to food production and farming that allows farmers/growers/food producers and agri-tech businesses to optimize their growing conditions and resource management. Students participate in growing and research activities in both a smaller geodesic greenhouse, as well as our model 12,000ft² off-grid greenhouse.

The purpose of SFCC’s CEA program is to revitalize agricultural traditions and develop sustainable growing systems, methods and practices in controlled environment greenhouses using aquaponics and hydroponics that support local food systems and promote economic development through food innovation and entrepreneurship.

SFCC’s CEA program offers students the opportunity to earn any or all of the following credentials:

• Controlled Environment Agriculture, A.A.S.
• Algae Cultivation Certificate
• Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Certificate

For more information about the CEA program, email Charlie Shultz at richard.shultz@sfcc.edu.

or visit: https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/controlled-environment-agriculture/. Follow the program on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/sfccgreenhouse.

Total Immersion™ Swimming Weekend Workshop from April 26-27

Swim, Smarter, Better… Faster! with Total Immersion™

EFFORTLESS ENDURANCE
WEEKEND WORKSHOP
April 26-27, 2025
Santa Fe Community College
William C. Witter Fitness Education Center
6401 Richard Ave.
Santa Fe, NM 87508

Email for info: tomas.duran@sfcc.edu

Check out the latest Inside SFCC issue

Check out the latest issue of Inside SFCC to read about Community College Month, upcoming events and noteworthy accomplishments. Want to be on the email list for upcoming issues? Fill out the subscription form.

Building Trades Open House from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 10

Staff will be available to answer questions.

Massage Therapy program opens appointments for Swedish-Therapeutic student massages

SFCC’s Massage Therapy program offers Swedish-Therapeutic student massage appointments. Appointments are available March 17 through May 13. Potential clients can schedule an appointment by creating an account at https://sfcc.timetap.com/.

Massage clients should be free of any chronic health concerns. See additional information at the registration site. There is a $35 fee for 60-minute massages. Individuals are limited to one session per week. All appointments will be in the William C. Witter Fitness Education Center.

Massage Therapy program lead Julianna Santillanes said, “We’re excited to offer our student Massage Therapy Clinic sessions to the public. Appointments fill quickly, so I encourage people to schedule as soon as they can.”

Here are details about this semester’s clinics:

• $35 for 60-minute Swedish-Therapeutic student massage
• Monday and Tuesday appointments: 1:15, 3 and 4:45 p.m.
• Friday appointments: 9:15 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.

SFCC’s Massage Therapy program is now in its fifth year. In addition to the program in traditional deep tissue and Swedish-Therapeutic massage, SFCC’s program expanded this year to offer a Thai Massage program. The students studying Thai Massage will be offering Thai massage clinics in June.

To learn more about SFCC’s Massage Therapy Program visit https://www.sfcc.edu/programs/massage-therapy/ or contact Massage Therapy Program Lead Julianna Santillanes at julianna.santillanes@sfcc.edu or 505-428-1293.

Career Fair from noon to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9

Invite students, friends and family to the SFCC Career Fair from noon to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9 in the Campus Center. Bring copies of your résumé. Talk with employers from multiple career fields including healthcare, education, arts and communication, trades and sustainability, science and engineering, law, and business.

Participating employers:

Museum of New Mexico Foundation
New Mexico Department of Health
City of Santa Fe Human Resources
Wonders on Wheels Mobile Museum
Girl Scouts of New Mexico Trails
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
Youth Shelters and Family Services
Enterprise Bank & Trust
Presbyterian Medical Services
Pueblo of Pojoaque Corporations
SFCC Workforce Development Department
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe
Santa Fe County
The Life Link
Sandia Area Federal Credit Union
Torrance County
BTI – Bicycle Technologies International
Homewise
Northern New Mexico School Employees Federal Credit Union
Skechers
Dunham’s Sports
La Posada and Hilton Santa Fe
Jacobs Family Insurance
La Familia Medical Center
Jason Cassidy’s Farmers Insurance District 25
Taxation and Revenue Dept
Erisa Administrative Services
Las Clinicas Del Norte
Enchanted Care Solutions
Clean Harbors
Santa Fe Care Center
Santa Maria El Mirador
New Mexico Orthopedics
Home Instead
Autism Behavior Services, Inc.
Ambercare Home Health
Choice Healthcare Services
Kingston of Santa Fe
Los Alamos Medical Center
Children Youth and Families Department
Las Cumbres Community Services
Bureau of Land Management
Compa Industries, Inc.
Los Alamos National Laboratory
ESS
Growing Up New Mexico
Espanola Public Schools
Great Southwest-Yucca Council
Desert Montessori School
New Mexico School for the Deaf
Infinity Solar USA
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps
Speedy Glass -Santa Fe
Discount Tire
Artemisia Herbs
Trane Technologies
City of Santa Fe Public Utilities Department
Rocky Mountain Youth Corps

Call 505-428-1406 or email career.services@sfcc.edu for information.

Attend Santa Fe Creative Coding Initiative’s Student Showcase from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 10 at SF Higher Education Center

SFCC observed Pi Day with screening of ‘Counted Out’

Thanks to the sponsorship of the LANL Foundation, Northern New Mexico STEAM Coalition and LSGermann Consulting LLC in collaboration with SFCC, a special free screening of the film “Counted Out,” was presented with special activities from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the SFCC Planetarium on Friday, March 14.

It was a great event celebrating Pi (π) Day. The mathematical constant pi (π) is celebrated by mathematicians around the world on Pi Day, with the 3/14 giving a nod to pi. March 14 is also the day Albert Einstein’s was born. Thank you to all of the sponsors and those who helped with the event.

ICYMI: There was a great preview about the Pi Day event by Rob Hochschild of KSFR. Listen here.

Amy Parrish’s ‘Palladium 1000’ exhibition continues through April 11

Amy Parrish’s exhibition, ‘Palladium 1000,’ opened on March 13 in the Visual Arts Gallery. The multi-media exhibition 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.

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. Read more about the exhibition’s theme and Amy’s bio in this press release.

In conjunction with the exhibition, Parrish offered a free workshop on March 8 and 22 to explore your own inner voice and to create a personal “doll,” soft sculpture in the Visual Arts Gallery. See images below.

Register now for the 2nd Annual Hound Hustle on April 13

SFCC has partnered with TCR and the Santa Fe Animal Shelter to host the 2nd Annual Hound Hustle.  This event will be a 5k run and 1k fun run/walk with the dogs. Register at: https://register.chronotrack.com/r/84742.

SFCC celebrated Katherine Wells and ‘Women of the Dream Shift’ on March 13

SFCC’s Art on Campus welcomed artist Katherine Wells with a reception on March 14 in the Dean’s Gallery of the Fine Art Center to celebrate the donation of her artwork, “Women of the Dream Shift.” Director of Art on Campus Linda Cassel is excited to have the distinguished artist’s work become part of the college’s permanent collection. Cassel encourages everyone to stop by to see that installation.

History of and inspiration for “Women of the Dreamshift”

Learn more about the history of and inspiration for “Women of the Dreamshift” by clicking on and enlarging the image below:

Read more about Katherine Wells.

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Watch ‘GenAI & Copyright: Proactive Protection for Artists’ two-part series on YouTube

In case you missed it, you can now view “GenAI & Copyright: Proactive Protection for Artists,” on the SFCC YouTube Channel. In this two-part series SFCC Collections and Instruction Librarian Laura Smith shares her research on the impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence on artists. Learn about:

• Copyright protections for your work
• The appropriation of intellectual property by generative A.I. companies
• How to prevent unethical scraping of your artistic works, style, and creative expression

Part I: Copyright and Intellectual Property, recorded Feb. 20, 2025 and
Part II: Protecting your work online, recorded Feb. 27, 2025

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Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) offers professional development for fitness professionals at SFCC April 4-5

WHITNEY KESSIE holds a degree in kinesiology
and has a diverse background in aquatics as a swim coach,
training competitive athletes, and teaching group fitness.
Currently she is an Aquatic Training Specialist and CE
Program Administrator for AEA. She loves to challenge individuals to
push themselves out of their comfort zone.

Attend the whole weekend, one day, or individual workshops:
H2O Body Sculpting & Resistance Training * Movement in 360 Deep
* Suspended Noodle * Core Training + Stretch Techniques

Pre-registration is required!

Certified professionals can earn AEA/ATRI CEC/CEUs.
Learn more…

Resources for Higher Education News and Info

From SFCC Library Director Valerie Nye:

Free Workforce Training for New Mexico residents

SFCC’s Workforce Development Department is offering free workforce training classes to New Mexico residents. Unfortunately, due to the grant restrictions SFCC cannot offer these trainings to SFCC staff. Your friends and family members, however, are welcome to take advantage of this great opportunity.

For more information, visit https://www.sfcc.edu/economic-workforce-development/. To register use the QR code in the graphic above, call 505-428-1095 or send an email to emily.goode@sfcc.edu.

SFCC offers free film and TV production assistant training to NM residents

Training is offered by SFCC Film Department and Stagecoach Foundation on Saturdays and Sundays May 17 through June 1 at SFCC.

March and April Cultural Calendars

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.

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.

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Reserve a food box now for the Spring Holiday Food Giveaway on April 14 and April 15

SFCC Student Activities invites students to register here before 12 p.m. Monday, April 7 for the Spring Food Giveaway, which will be at the West Wing entrance from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, April 14 and Tuesday, April 15. This event is proudly supported by Student Activities and Student Ambassadors. Please register as soon as possible, since the giveaways are limited. Questions? Email studentactivities@sfcc.edu.

Food boxes will include:

• Mashed potatoes
• Gravy
• Canned corn
• Canned green beans
• Corn muffin mix
• Mac N Cheese
• $25 gift card, plus other surprises

Wellness Wednesday: Let’s Move April 9, 12:30-1:30 p.m. LL312
Take a break, get moving, and recharge!

​Sponsored by Title V at SFCC, Wellness Wednesday is the perfect mid-week reset. Join Wellness Wednesday at the Student Wellness Center, where we’re celebrating Move More Month with activities to get your body and mind in motion.

​✨ What to Expect:

• ​Delicious Free Food 🍎🍪 – Enjoy energizing snacks and refreshments to keep you fueled and ready to move.
• ​Movement Breaks 🏃‍♀️🕺 – Participate in light, fun activities like stretch sessions and walking to get the blood circulating.
• ​Relaxation & Connection 🌿 – Connect with other students and explore wellness resources in a supportive, inviting space.
• ​Wellness Tips 📖 – Discover simple ways to incorporate more movement and self-care into your daily routine.

​Your wellness matters—let’s move together for a healthier, happier YOU!

RSVP: https://lu.ma/lixarqc6

Apply now for Summer and Fall Student Worker jobs

Hiring has begun for summer and fall student workers. Earn $15 an hour and work on campus 20 hours per week.

Job openings available in the following areas:

• Continuing Education
• Copy Center
• East Wing Eatery
• Film Department
• Grounds
• Human Resources
• Kids Campus
• Medical Simulation Lab
• Photography Lab
• Registrar’s Office
• Student Recruitment

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

Career Ready workshop for student parents -register by April 9

Career Ready for Parenting Students

A 3-session career skills class for parenting students
Wednesdays April 16, 23 & 30 5:30 – 7 p.m. at SFCC.

Whether you’re preparing for your post-graduation job search or looking for a job while you’re in school, this class is here to help you prepare. In this 3-session interactive class, we help student parents create or update a résumé, draft a cover letter that can be adapted for different applications, and practice interview skills. We also cover employment topics of specific relevance to parents.

Register by April 9 at: https://www.sfcc.edu/parenting-students/student-parent-programs/career-ready/

Student Parent Success Program available to help parenting students anytime

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

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

Student Activities launches Game Day 11:30 Fridays

Starting now in February! Every Friday in the Campus Center from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy board games and catch live sports on the big screen.  Free snacks, popcorn and drinks!
Sponsored by your friends at Student Activities

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.

Defensive Driving Certification offered May 20

As per Policy 5-10, everyone is required to take a Defensive Driving Certification Class prior to operating SFCC vehicles.

The next Defensive Driving Certification Class has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 20, 2024 from 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. in the West Wing room 212. (Please arrive promptly or it will cause the class to go further in time.)
To receive full credit for the class, you must arrive promptly at 8:30 a.m. and attend the full 4-5 hours.

Please register by calling or emailing:

• jackie.Gutierrez@sfcc.edu X 1756
• steve.silva@sfcc.edu X 1403

Please provide the following information when you call or email to make a reservation for the class:

• Full name of individual attending.
• Individual’s New Mexico driver license number; and a copy of the individuals driver’s license if not already on file
• Department Name

Fleet vehicles are a great cost-effective way for employees to travel for work related reasons without incurring any personal vehicle expense and having to wait for a reimbursement.

If you have any questions about the program or the classes, please call Jackie or Steve at the numbers listed above.

March Computer Updates

Effective 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 Microsoft Operating System and Office updates will be deployed. You will have until Wednesday April 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. to install these updates at your convenience. After the deadline the updates will be installed automatically and force a restart of your machine.

It is critical to install Security/Windows updates to protect your systems from malicious attacks. Please install these patches as soon as you receive notification that you have updates to install. The updates may take some time to install so please plan accordingly.

For iMac users no action necessary, updates will be installed automatically overnight every third Tuesday of each month.

If you need assistance, please contact the Service Desk at (505) 428-1222.

Laura Mulry was celebrated at retirement party

SFCC celebrated with well-wishes, gifts and tributes to Laura Mulry at her retirement party on March 31. Thanks to J. David Jones for sharing photos from the festive occasion.

Dr. sj Miller invited as Guest Editor for International Journal: The Reading Teacher

Dr. sj Miller has been selected as the guest editor for The Reading Teacher, a peer-reviewed journal published by Wiley-Blackwell and the leading global resource for educators of literacy learners up to age 12 with a readership of over 25,000 people.

The journal offers the latest peer-reviewed, high-quality, evidence-based best practices for teaching with articles covering topics from curriculum, instruction, and assessment to strategies for teaching diverse populations of literacy learners.

Miller’s guest editorship will invite researchers focused on K-6th grade research from around the world to share how they address and advance equity focused on the intersections between multilingual, multicultural, and LGBTQIA+ curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.

https://ila.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/19362714

In Memoriam: Alvin James Spacht

SFCC extends condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and students of Alvin James Spacht, who taught in the Adult Education Department at SFCC for 16 years. He passed away February 17. He was known to all as Jim or “Mr. Jim” to his students.

In his obituary, it states, “After decades in teaching, you joined Santa Fe Community College at 65, teaching GED classes for 16 years. He proudly helped nearly 1,000 students earn diplomas, many of whom pursued higher education. Teaching GED students, he said, was the most rewarding job of his life.”

If people would like to make a donation in his memory to support future GED students, Executive Director of SFCC Foundation Kelly Marquez advises that they can do so at this link. People can note that the donation is in memory of Mr. Spacht. Email kelly.marquez@sfcc.edu if you have any questions regarding a donation.

Read more about his life in his obituary.

Pets of the Month January-March

Congratulations to the pets of the month for January through March, 2025 and their proud owners! Don’t forget to submit photos of your pet to the Duplicating Center! Learn more

Summer Literacy Program: Instructors must apply before April 7

Santa Fe Community College has committed to hosting a site for the NM Summer Reading Program in June. The Master’s Program (TMP) on the college campus will host a program in July. The organization that runs the program is looking for interested and passionate candidates to work as Literacy Instructors (or “reading tutors”) for the program.

Here are some more details:

Dates: June 2 – 27, 2025 (4-5 Days per Week) or July – TBD
Hours: 5 hours per day for instructors
Pay: $35 per hour (through ADP)
Group size: 4:1 students to instructor
Hiring: All literacy instructors will be hired by ATA services
Training: All literacy instructors must select one weekend to attend the paid training on the literacy curriculum
Training date options: April 12-13, April 26-27, May 10-11

To apply: Instructor Application – The New Mexico Summer Reading Program https://www.literacy.nm.gov/instructor-registration/

Please apply before April 7.

Questions, please contact: literacy.nm@state.nm.us

Note: Please share this opportunity with others.

Policy updates

Student Lactation, Remote Work (New), Drug-free Workplace & Campus, Owned and Leased Vehicles, and Fundraising Activities & Acceptance of Donations

Please become familiar with these revised and new policies that the Governing Board approved on Feb. 26:

• Policy 2-10 Student Lactation (New), Margaret Peters, Thomasinia Ortiz-Gallegos, Rachel Kutcher
• Policy 4-11 Remote Work (New), Donna Castro, Yash Morimoto
• Policy 4-17 Drug-Free Workplace & Campus, Donna Castro, Yash Morimoto
• Policy 5-10 Owned and Leased Vehicles, Amy Pell, Nick Telles
• Policy 6-9 Fundraising Activities & Acceptance of Donations, Kelly Marquez, Nick Telles

Please note that Policy 4-11 Remote Work replaces Policy 4-57 Telecommuting, which has been repealed. Should you have any questions, please reach out to the contact listed adjacent to the policy. All employees are responsible for adhering to College Policies and Procedures, which are online at SFCC Policies.

Shane Tolbert and Jared Weiss represented SFCC at New Mexico Scholastic Art Award Ceremony

Academic Director of Arts & Design Shane Tolbert, shared photos and highlights from the NM Scholastic Arts Award Ceremony on March 1 at the South Broadway Cultural Center in Albquerque. Here’s his report:

“Jared Weiss (Program Head for Drawing and Painting) and I set up a table and spoke about our arts, design and film offerings to more than 1,500 people in attendance. Additionally, we presented an award and I spoke about SFCC, our new articulation agreement with CalArts and the importance of creativity in our busy, digital-filled lives.

The event was so large that they held two award ceremonies back-to-back and divided the groups alphabetically. 

It was good to connect with our partners at Eastern New Mexico University and meet art teachers from across the state as well as El Paso, Texas. My deepest gratitude to Jared for spending a full Saturday with me to promote our programs!

Above, scenes as Shane Tolbert speaks at the New Mexico Scholastic Art Awards. Shane Tolbert and Jared Weiss represented SFCC at the event.

Shane Tolbert’s speech:

Good evening, distinguished guests, students, families, and fellow educators.

It is an honor to be here today, celebrating the exceptional talent, creativity, and hard work of our young artists. The New Mexico Scholastic Art Awards is not just an opportunity to recognize accomplishments—it’s a chance to reflect on the power of art in shaping both our lives and the world we live in.

I am especially excited to share some wonderful news with you tonight: Santa Fe Community College’s School of Art and Design, alongside our Film Department, has entered into a new partnership with the prestigious California Institute of the Arts, or CalArts. This partnership represents a unique opportunity for our students—one that will open doors to further education and new career pathways in the arts. It will offer a clear, guided transfer process to help our talented artists continue their academic journeys, taking the next step toward their creative futures.

This is more than just an opportunity to gain technical skills or knowledge; it’s about recognizing the power of art to guide our voices, to communicate stories, and to shape perspectives. In a world where online “attention fracking” is becoming the norm—where our focus is often pulled in a thousand directions by the constant demand for engagement—art has the incredible ability to break through that noise. It allows us to pause, reflect, and think deeply about our shared experiences. Art offers us space to reclaim our attention, to center our thoughts, and to create something meaningful amidst the chaos of our digital lives.

In this digital age, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the distractions, the speed, and the noise that surrounds us. But that is precisely why art matters now more than ever. Art gives us the power to create narratives that challenge conventional thinking and encourage critical reflection. It provides a voice to the voiceless, a vision to the blind, and an emotional connection to that which we cannot always articulate in words. It nurtures empathy, curiosity, and most importantly, a sense of agency in a rapidly changing world.

As we celebrate the work of these amazing students tonight, let us remember the transformative power of art and design. These young artists are not just creating beautiful works—they are training their minds and their hearts to engage thoughtfully with the world around them. Whether they continue their studies at Santa Fe Community College, CalArts, or elsewhere, they are the leaders of tomorrow, and it is through their art that they will shape the future.

So, to all the award recipients, I want to say: keep creating, keep questioning, and never stop exploring the endless possibilities that art offers. You are the future, and your work will be the spark that ignites change in ways we can only begin to imagine.

CHESS Connection Newsletter – February 12, 2025

Play “Name that college” in the latest edition of the CHESS Connection. Plus, share a “WOW” Workday Student moment from Kari Smith at CCC, and enjoy Chesster the squirrels poetic prowess in the CHESS Valentine’s Day card! Get reminders about tax documents in Workday and the upcoming Coffee with Kathy.

CHESS Superstars from SFCC:

⭐ Emily Perez is named a CHESS Superstar for her leadership in the Student Core and Cross-Functional team. Recognized for her patience and professionalism, she has played a key role in guiding colleagues through Workday, ensuring a smooth transition and effective use of the system. Her dedication reflects CHESS’s commitment to collaboration and excellence.

Read the full issue here.

Read CHESS Connection

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.

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/

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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FAFSA Open Houses

2 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 16

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Encourage prospective and current students to attend!

Staff will be available to answer questions.

Santa Fe Community College Financial Aid Department will host two FAFSA Open Houses on Thursday, April 3 and Wednesday, April 16. Both events will be from 2 to 7 p.m. in Room 611E. The public is welcome to attend the free drop-in events. Staff members will be available to answer questions as well as guide individuals and their families through the process of submitting the 2025-2026 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).

Federal student financial aid is evaluated based on the results of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Every student is required to complete a FAFSA for each academic year to be considered for federal or state financial aid.

SFCC Financial Aid Coordinator J. Andrew Arellano said, “We’re happy to help anyone in the community with the FAFSA form. Our team is particularly eager to work with prospective and returning students looking to enroll at SFCC. Most of our students are eligible for financial aid but often don’t recognize how important it is to fill out the FAFSA form in a timely fashion.”

Recommended items to have on hand:

• Student Social Security (SSN) number
• Driver’s license, if available
• For returning students, passwords to FAFSA login
• Parent(s) date of birth, SSN and email address
• Date parents were married, remarried, separated, divorced or widowed

Note: Both parent and student information should be used if the student is under 24 years old and not married or independent. SFCC offers dozens of scholarships. Regardless of your eligibility for aid determined by FASFA, you may be eligible for an SFCC Foundation scholarship. There are many grants also available.

If you have questions about the FAFSA Open House events, please either email financialaid@sfcc.edu or call 505-428-1268.

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!”

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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2/17/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, Smartboard Feb. 17, 2025-SFPS to host 11-school districtwide STEM Fair

02/17/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “AG-backed higher education oversight bill could be dead after first committee hearing”

2/10/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, Smartboard Feb. 10, 2025- SFCC offers ‘College Ready’ classes for parents, SFCC to host student’s fine arts reception

2/9/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican story, “From storage to stage: Santa Fe giving college’s old instruments, film equipment to local schools.”

02/08/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “MY VIEW JUSTIN GREENE-City and county governments should work more cooperatively“

1/31/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “FINAL FRAME-‘Cain’s Monkey’ by Julie Speed”

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

1/28/2025, Santa Fe New Mexican, “Area leaders assail Trump funding halt; State DOJ says FEMA fire relief money not accessible”

1/3/2025, Tumbleweeds Magazine story, “Dual Credit at Santa Fe Community College: A program that really makes a difference.”

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.