Rancho Santiago Community College District

Coming together for Santa Ana College! Thank you to everyone who came out to the 2025 President’s Circle event. Sharing forward from Executive Director of SAC Foundation Christina Raquel Romero, M.A.: Thank you to Dr. Nery for fully supporting the work of the SAC Foundation, since day one. Thank you, Steven Craig (Class of 75') Craig Realty Group and your team for opening your home to provide this remarkable backdrop for our students to tell their stories. I can't express with sufficient words to how much it meant. To Ashleigh Aitken– You knocked it out of the park, thank you for you're unwavering advocacy, and support of our college and for sharing how much the college is embedded in your family's legacy. Wylie Aitken, Bette and your entire family mean a great deal to us. To our students. Thank you! To my team, my team-- value you ALL---special shout to Kristin Ellsworth for making the dream come together. To David Valentin you are the leader that has shown our board what it means to lead with one mission. Thank you for always having students front and center.“ Here’s to student success!! #SAC #SACSuccess

Santiago Canyon College Hawks took flight at 7am this morning with over 250 registrants for our inaugural 5K. Our youngest Hatchling was just 1 years old!! Many thanks to the SCC Team, especially Nicho DellaValle, MBA and STEM Dean Martin Stringer for making this such a great event! #gohawks!!

Congratulations to Real Estate professor Alana Gates, recently selected as a Woman of Distinction by State Senator Tom Umberg (SD-34). Professor Gates was selected in the field of Education. She was the 2024 recipient of the Advancing Real Estate Education Award from California Community Colleges.

Thank you to the Orange Unified School District Council of PTAs for giving Santiago Canyon College President Jeannie G. Kim, PhD the opportunity to present on the benefits of SCC's Early College Program. The Early College Program provides students with the exciting and unique opportunity to take college classes while still in high school, even in middle school. Students earn free transferable college credit and can also fulfill a high school graduation requirement. Students can attend courses taught at their school, on the Santiago Canyon College campus or online. For more information, visit sccollege.edu/earlycollege

Santiago Canyon College President Jeannie G. Kim, PhD was featured in the latest edition of The Korean American Leaders Association of Orange County magazine. Dr. Kim spoke about immigrating to the U.S. as a child, her education, her career, her personal goals and her message to Korean Americans. We are proud to see our college president featured!

What better way to wrap up Career Education Month than by engaging with students at the OC Pathways Showcase on Feb. 27. We were proud to introduce future professionals to exciting opportunities in Child Development and Education, Real Estate, and Water & Wastewater Technology at Santiago Canyon College. Career education is thriving in our region, thanks to strong partnerships between schools, colleges, and industry leaders. Thank you, OC Pathways for an inspiring event that highlights the power of career-focused learning!

Santiago Canyon College joins the California Community Colleges in celebrating Career Education Month this February and these programs' impact on the state’s workforce and economy. Meet Rachel Davis, a proud SCC Water Utility Science graduate who now works as a Water Loss Control Programs Supervisor at the Municipal Water District of Orange County AND teaches future water professionals as an adjunct faculty member at SCC! How It Started: A watershed management presentation sparked Rachel’s passion for the vital role of water systems. At SCC, hands-on courses and experienced professors prepared them for success in the field. Career Impact: Now at the Municipal Water District of Orange County, Rachel helps local agencies detect & prevent leaks, saving water, protecting infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Giving Back as a Faculty Member: "I love seeing my students grow and succeed. Several of my former students are now working in water conservation at Orange County Agencies.” Advice for Future Water Professionals: “Meet as many people in the industry as possible. Many conferences offer student registration rates, that is a great way to network. Stay curious and work hard towards your goal.”

Amazing article by our award-winning student newspaper el Don! Centennial Food Distribution is Open For SAC Students “On a recent Wednesday morning, a dozen staff and volunteer students broke down and organized three pallets of food in the Centennial Education quad. The line for the bimonthly on-campus food pantry was long and filled with over 100 students and some community members.” ??Written by: Arianna Chavarria ??Photos by: Alexis Vega Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g6nmg8tJ

Santiago Canyon College joins the California Community Colleges in celebrating Career Education Month this February and these programs' impact on the state’s workforce and economy. Meet Monique, Code Enforcement. Monique’s passion for serving her community inspired her to pursue a career in Code Enforcement. She discovered SCC’s program, which provided the flexibility, practical coursework, and networking opportunities she needed to succeed. Why Code Enforcement? Monique wanted a career where she could make a difference, and being a Code Enforcement Officer allows that. She’s dedicated to helping the community and enhancing the quality of life for residents and businesses. Making an Impact Now working in the City of Costa Mesa, Monique finds her job incredibly rewarding—seeing positive changes in the community firsthand keeps her motivated every day. Her Advice for Women Entering Code Enforcement "It’s never too late to invest in yourself! I didn’t have a normal path into college due to being a single teen mom at the age of 16 and graduating high school as an adult, but I was determined to give myself and my kids a better life, by getting an education and joining the certification program course that Santiago Canyon College had to offer. These courses opened up new doors to new opportunities, no matter your past. You are capable and your experience makes you stronger.” What’s Next? Monique is committed to continuous learning and leadership, always looking for ways to grow and make a bigger impact. Thinking about a career in Code Enforcement? Santiago Canyon College can help you get there! Visit our website at www.sccollege.edu/BCE for more information. #CEMonth #StudentSpotlight #CodeEnforcement #CareerEducation

Santiago Canyon College was thrilled to have Rancho Santiago Community College District Trustee David Crockett as a keynote speaker as part of the college's Black History Month events. Trustee Crockett spoke about his roots growing up in rural Virginia, his community college experience and his background leading him to being one of only five Black/African American elected officials in Orange County. He also answered questions from students and offered advice on success. "You can't figure out where you want to go without a map. Figure it out."