Welcome to SCC's News page. Visit here often to learn about the faculty, students and staff who are making news, hosting events, and accomplishing great things at SCC. Our collection of press releases and news stories cover a variety of topics that you're sure to enjoy. For a listing of 2007 stories, please click on the link to the left.
US Ambassador of Chile Visits Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ (April 29, 2008) – The US Ambassador of Chile, Mariano, Fernandez, visited Scottsdale Community College last week for a special luncheon in the Artichoke Grill in his honor. He was invited to SCC by Jose Velasco, Maricopa Community College District Director of International & Intercultural Education, to explore partnerships and learn about the Maricopa Community College System. For full story click here: Ambassador Fernandez Visits SCC.
Photographing the Human Form –
Exhibition & Reception at TruRes Studios on May 11
~ Scottsdale Community College advanced photography students to exhibit work ~
Scottsdale, AZ (March 18, 2008) – Photographing the Human Form is a popular photography workshop offered at Scottsdale Community College Instructors Roger Palmenberg and Greg Hunter lead a class of up to twelve advanced amateur and professional photographers as they produce fine art nude photography. For full story, click here: Photographing the Human Form.
Scottsdale Community College Nursing Program Grad Heads for Boot Camp
Scottsdale, AZ (April 16, 2008) – Scottsdale Community College Nursing program graduate Amy Kovach may not seem like the typical military recruit -- she is soft spoken, gentle, and introspective. Look a bit deeper, however, and one can see that thissoon-to-be Navy Nurse also has an intensity of purpose, inner strength, and commitment to service that not only make her a perfect fit as a nurse, but a perfect candidate as a US Naval Officer. For full story, click here: SCC's Navy Nurse.
Scottsdale Community College Presents… Vigorous Attempts
Scottsdale, AZ (April 8, 2008) – Scottsdale Community College is proud to present Vigorous Attempts – a dance concert for audiences of all ages. Vigorous Attempts is hosted by the Scottsdale Community College Dance Department at the SCC Performing Arts Center April 25 and 26, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. For full story, click here: Vigorous Attempts.
The Many Faces of Hate Film Series continues…
When You Look Like America’s Enemy, Is the Dream Worth the Price? Scottsdale AZ(March 26, 2008) – It was the first hate-based murder in the wake of September 11, 2001 – one of thousands of reported and unreported hate crimes in the years that followed. For full story, click here: ADL Film Series Continues.
A Week of World Languages at Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ (March 25, 2008) – Scottsdale Community College is pleased to host a Week of World Languages March 31 – April 4, 2008. For full story, click here: World Languages.
Chancellor Glasper Selects Dr. Jan Gehler for SCC President
Tempe,AZ (March 20, 2008) – After returning from a site visit to the University of Alaska at Anchorage where Dr. Gehler serves as dean of the Community and Technical College, the Chancellor said he is convinced that she is the right person to move the college forward. For full story, click here: Jan Gehler selected for SCC President.
Russian Educators to Visit Scottsdale Community College on Monday, March 24
Scottsdale, AZ (March 20, 2008) – On Monday, March 24, 2008, Scottsdale Community College will host a delegation of twelve Russian educators as part of the program – American Studies and English Teaching Curricula: Best Practices – A Project for Russia. For full story, click here: Russian Educators Visit SCC.
SCC’s Metamorphoses Takes Audience on an Intimate Journey into the Timeless World of Classic Mythology
Scottsdale, AZ (March 17, 2008) – “Bodies, I have in mind, and how they can change to assume new shapes – I ask the help of the gods, who know the trick: change me, and let me glimpse the secret…" (Ovid). The Roman poet, Ovid, opens his epic narrative poem, Metamorphoses – about the transformation of mythological Greek gods and the creation of the world, with this profound line. For full story, click here: SCC's Metamorphoses.
Scottsdale Community College President Search Narrows
Tempe, AZ (March 6, 2008) – Chancellor Rufus Glasper announced today that he will lead a site visit team to the University of Alaska at Anchorage, the institution where Dr. Jan Gehler serves as dean of the Community and Technical College. For full story, click here: President Search Narrows.
Scottsdale Community College Life/Physical Sciences Departments Celebrates Groundbreaking
Scottsdale, AZ (March 4, 2008) – On Friday, March 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m., Community College , Designer, richärd + bauer, and Construction Manager, Barton Malow, will celebrate the construction of the campus’s newest facility with the traditional turning of dirt ceremony. For full story, click here: Life Science Department Groundbreaking.
The Many Faces of Hate Film Series continues… Fact, interpretation, or a reason to hate?
Scottsdale, AZ (February 26, 2008) – Can the love between two people ever be an abomination? Is the chasm separating homosexuals and Christianity too wide to cross? This popular film series continues on March 12 with a documentary that shows how insightful people of faith handle the realization of having a gay child. For full story, click here: For the Bible Tells Me So.
Scottsdale Community College Theatre Arts Program Takes Home Honors from Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival
~ SCC Theatre Student Wins High Praises -- Advances to National Level in Washington, DC in April ~
Scottsdale, AZ (February 25, 2008) – Twelve students in Scottsdale Community College’s Theatre Arts program attended the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) February 11 through 18 at California State University, Los Angeles. For full story, click here: SCC Theatre Arts attends KCACTF.
SCC Presidential Search Finalists Named Candidates will meet the community at forums on February 21
Tempe, AZ (February 12, 2008) – Chancellor Rufus Glasper today announced four finalists in the search for a new Scottsdale Community College president, following a nationwide search that attracted 85 applicants. For full story, click here: SCC Presidential Search.
SCC’s Fine Arts Day to Showcase Educational Opportunities in the Arts
Scottsdale, AZ (February 6, 2008) – Experience the world of art in real time! Don’t miss SCC’s 2nd Annual Fine Arts Day, February 28, 2008 from 6:30 – 8pm, at Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd. The event is free and open to the public. For full story, click here: 2nd Annual Fine Arts Day.
Scottsdale Community College Awarded Math-Science Partnership Grant
Scottsdale, AZ (February 4, 2008) – The Arizona Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Education have awarded Scottsdale Community College a Math Science Partnership grant of $353,471 for 2008 – 2009. For full story, click here: Math-Science Partnership Grant.
The Many Faces of Hate Film Series continues at SCC… “Racism + Greed = Revolution"
Scottsdale, AZ (February 1, 2008) – This popular film series continues on February 13 with a documentary highlighting one of the most dangerous white supremacist groups in US history. This emotionally-charged program is called The Hate Conspiracy-The Rise & Fall of the Order. For full story, click here: Many Faces of Hate Film Series.
Scottsdale Community College Coach Remembers Super Bowl Punter
Scottsdale, AZ (January 31, 2008) – When the New York Giants and New England Patriots face off Sunday, Feb. 3, 2008 in Super Bowl XLII, Giants punter Jeff Feagles will be returning to familiar territory. For full story, click here: Super Bowl Punter.
SCC’s Interior Design Students Provide Design Assistance and Needed Upgrades to Valley Domestic Violence Shelter
Scottsdale, AZ (January 28, 2008) – The Scottsdale Community College ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) Student Chapter rolled up their sleeves and completed needed redesigns to multiple rooms at the Chrysalis Shelter, a domestic violence shelter for women and their children who have been affected by domestic violence. For full story, click here: SCC ASID Student Chapter.
Valley Theatre Scene Sees the Stars Align as Scottsdale Community College Theatre Arts Alumni Fill Stages Across the Valley
Scottsdale, AZ (January 23, 2008) – Five SCC Theatre Arts alumni have converged on the Valley’s theatre scene this month. With unique backgrounds and special talents, each actor has taken their theatre training to great heights – acting in major roles or directing professional productions. For full story, click here: SCC Theatre Arts.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Style!
Scottsdale Community College Music Faculty Present: A Valentine Concert
Scottsdale, AZ (January 17, 2008) – Enjoy delicious cuisine prepared by SCC Culinary Arts, followed by a concert featuring live classical, jazz, contemporary, and rock music performed by SCC’s Music faculty. This will be a romantic evening not to be missed! For full story, click here: SCC's Valentine's Day Concert.
Scottsdale Community College and the Kelly Lecture Series Present…
"Science is Fun" with Dr. Bassam Z. Shakhashiri Scottsdale, AZ (January 15, 2008) – Join us in the SCC Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, January 30 for “Science is Fun” with Dr. Bassam Z. Shakhashiri. Come learn about combustion, exploding balloons, liquids that glow in the dark, polymers, and other spectacular scientific phenomena. For full story, click here: Science is Fun.
The Anti-Defamation League & Scottsdale Community College present:
The Many Faces of Hate Film Series -- “Making Peace--Facing Racism”
~ Racism is learned…..can it be unlearned? ~
Scottsdale , AZ January 8, 2008)– This emotionally-charged program follows five participants of different ethnic and racial backgrounds through a three-day Unlearning Racism workshop. For full story, click here: Film Series: Making Peace--Facing Racism.
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