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Student Photography Exhibit at Scottsdale Community College – Nov 20 through Dec 17
Scottsdale, AZ (November 18, 2009) – Come enjoy the work of SCC's photography students at SCC’s Student Photography Exhibition, November 20 through December 17. The exhibit is located in the Art Building foyer at the SCC campus, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale. For full story, click here: Student Photo Exhibit 2009.
World Affairs Council of Arizona to host China Town Hall at Scottsdale Community College December 8
~ Town Hall to feature live interactive webinar followed by discussion with Sidney Rittenberg, internationally-known consultant on China ~
Scottsdale, AZ (November 17, 2009) – The World Affairs Council of Arizona (WACAZ) and Scottsdale Community College are proud to present the third annual China Town Hall: Local Connections, National Reflections on Tuesday, December 8 at 5:30pm in the Turquoise room at the SCC campus, 9000 E. Chaparral Road in Scottsdale. China Town Hall is a national day of programming on China involving 40 cities throughout the United States. For full story, click here: China Town Hall at SCC.
Scottsdale Community College Hosts 2009 Empty Bowls Event to Benefit Scottsdale’s Vista del Camino Food Bank
Scottsdale, AZ (November 5, 2009) – Buy a bowl of pasta at Scottsdale Community College on December 2nd and help fight hunger. Scottsdale Community College, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, the City of Scottsdale, and the Scottsdale Unified School District are joining forces for this year’s Empty Bowls event. For full story, click here: 2009 Empty Bowls at SCC.
Scottsdale Community College Library Annual Used Book Sale, December 2--4
Scottsdale, AZ (November 4, 2008) – Attention book lovers! It’s time for SCC’s annual used book sale. Some of the best holiday deals in town will be found at the SCC library December 2 – 4, 2009. Books on all topics will be up for sale at this annual library fundraising event. For full story, click here: 2009 Library Annual Used Book Sale.
Scottsdale Community College presents… Saturn and its New Ring – November 14
Scottsdale, AZ (November 2, 2009) – Come enjoy SCC’s planetarium show on Saturday, November 14 as we take a look at our late fall sky and discuss the ring of Saturn that was discovered last month and its relationship to Saturn’s moons. For full story, click here: SCC Fall Planetarium Show.
Visit the World at SCC’s International Education Week - November 16 – 20, 2009
~ Enjoy Events, Speakers, Films, Photo Displays, Workshops, and More! ~
Scottsdale, AZ (November 2, 2009) – Get global at Scottsdale Community College’s International Education Week – November 16 – 20, 2009 at the SCC Campus, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale. Come enjoy special speakers, photo displays, workshops, arts & crafts and more! The events are free and open to the public. For full story, click here: International Education Week 2009 at SCC.
Scottsdale Community College Dance Presents…
MUSCLE MEMORY IMPLICATIONS
~Imprinted patterns become second nature and allow the dancer to move beyond basic motor skills and adapt movement into beautiful works of art~
Scottsdale, AZ (November 2, 2009) – SCC Dance is proud to present an evening of dance for Arizona audiences of all ages. Muscle Memory Implications is a dance concert hosted by Scottsdale Community College Dance Department on December 4 and 5 at 8:00pm at ASU’s Studio Theatre. For full story, click here: SCC Dance Fall 2009 Concert.
AIDS Memorial Quilt Coming to Scottsdale Community College, November 16 – 20
Scottsdale, AZ (November 2, 2009) – To commemorate World AIDS Day on December 1, the SPARK Club (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Straight Alliance) at Scottsdale Community College will be hosting a display of sections of the AIDS Memorial Quilt November 16 – 20, 2009 from 8am – 10pm. For full story, click here: AIDS Quilt Comes to SCC.
Scottsdale Community College Honored as a 'Digital Campus' in the 5th Annual Digital Community Colleges Survey
Sacramento, CA and Scottsdale, AZ (October 28, 2009) – e.Republic’s Center for Digital Education and Converge Magazine have announced the winners of their 5th Annual Digital Community Colleges Survey. Scottsdale Community College and other colleges across the country have been named leading community colleges offering exceptional technology support to students and educators. For full story, click here: SCC Honored as Digital Campus.
The Film School @ SCC Hosts Open House for Prospective Students
Scottsdale, AZ (October 27, 2009) – Be swept up in the fantastic world of filmmaking! Come to an Open House hosted by the Film School @ SCC on Thursday, November 12, 2009 from 6:00-8:00pm at Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale. For full story, click here: Film School Hosts Open House.
“Breaking through Barriers: Leading for Tomorrow” – Chief Justice Ruth McGregor (retired) Shares Her Leadership Experiences at AAUW Fall Forum
Scottsdale, AZ (October 26, 2009) – On Saturday, November 7, 2009, Chief Justice Ruth McGregor will serve as the keynote speaker at the AAUW’s Fall Forum, held in the Turquoise room at Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale. Justice McGregor’s keynote speech is titled: Diversity in the Courts. For full story, click here: Justice Ruth McGregor Comes to SCC.
Iron Pour Draws Sculpture Artists to Scottsdale Community College on November 14
Scottsdale, AZ (October 26, 2009) – Scottsdale Community College sculpture students and faculty will be gathering the morning of Saturday, November 14th for SCC’s 5th annual Iron Pour. The Iron Pour is a unique art event that represents the culmination of months of preparation on the part of students and faculty. For full story, click here: SCC's 5th Annual Iron Pour.
“The Military Veteran and the Family” - Scottsdale Community College Veterans Day Observance and Vets Lounge Dedication – Nov 10
Scottsdale, AZ (October 23, 2009) – Community members are cordially invited to join Scottsdale Community College’s faculty, staff, and students for SCC’s Veterans Day Appreciation program -- “The Military Veteran and the Family” on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 from 11:00am - 12:00pm at Scottsdale Community College, 9000 E. Chaparral Rd., Scottsdale. Veterans Lounge dedication in the Student Center Cafeteria will follow the program. For full story, click here: SCC Veterans Day Celebration 2009.
Scottsdale Community College Hosts Open House – November 3
Scottsdale, AZ (October 23, 2009) – Students shopping for college and their parents are invited to learn more about Scottsdale Community College’s programs and services at the upcoming SCC Open House, Tuesday, November 3, 2009 from 6-8pm in the Student Center. For full story, click here: SCC Open House.
“Running & Winning” – Community Leaders and Elected Officials Share their Wisdom with Scottsdale Community College Students
Scottsdale, AZ (October 22, 2009) – On November 4, Scottsdale Community College students will get the chance to meet leaders who have run for and won public office. Running & Winning is a nationally recognized program that introduces young women to exciting and rewarding roles in public service. The program describes the electoral process and encourages students to see themselves as leaders as well as informed citizens. For full story, click here: Running & Winning at SCC.
Scottsdale Community College Celebrates the Opening of State-of-the-Art Natural Science Building
Scottsdale, AZ (October 15, 2009) – Scottsdale Community College is gearing up to celebrate the opening of its newest state of the art facility – the new Natural Science building. A community Open House will be held on Friday, November 6 from 1-3pm in the building’s South courtyard at 9000 E. Chaparral Rd, Scottsdale. For full story, click here: Natural Science Building Grand Opening.
Scottsdale Community College Launches Strategic Planning Initiative – Public Participation Encouraged!
Scottsdale, AZ (October 13, 2009) –Scottsdale Community College launched its Strategic Planning initiative, known as “SCC2020”, in January 2009. A critical element of this initiative involves obtaining public input. Faculty and staff have been working hard to create a process that provides opportunities for community members to participate. For full story, click here: SCC's Strategic Planning Initiative.
Scottsdale Community College Professor Shares the Way to Green Design in our Homes
~ Professional Designer Marcia Gonzales of SCC to Address American Association of University Women’s Scottsdale General Meeting ~
Scottsdale, AZ (October 12, 2009) – On October 17, Marcia Gonzales, ASID, will discuss how to choose green interior products and finishes for our homes. Ms. Gonzales will show examples of different interior materials and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various products for flooring, walls, furniture, and finishes. She will also discuss LEED, which stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design: What it is and why should consumers know how it impacts us? For full story, click here: Marcia Gonzales Shares Green Design Ideas.
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