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Joe Williams
“I’m deeply humbled and shocked,” Joe said of the award. Joe is president of Richard Heath and Associates, a social program management firm, and has been serving the Fresno community both publicly and privately for more than 40 years.
At the age of 9, Joe moved to Fresno from Mississippi. He attended Edison High School and Fresno City College before graduating in 1967 from Fresno State College (later renamed California State University, Fresno) with a bachelor’s degree in social welfare and a minor in psychology. Read the full story »
A new program of courses at Madera Center sets a solid foundation of education to ensure students receive the tools needed to transfer to a four-year college or university.
Dr. Cynthia Azari, FCC president, was recognized as a National TRIO Achiever. TRIO programs, established in the 1960’s, provide nationally funded support for low-income and disadvantaged students.
Reedley College student Martin Castro receives awards for livestock and leadership. His involvement in student agricultural organizations at the local and statewide levels is already setting an example for the future.
Marilyn Behringer, dean of instruction for the business division at FCC, will take over as vice president of instruction at Reedley College in January. Her varied experience will assist her in the new position.
The new Center for Advanced Manufacturing facility at the Madera Center is now home to the maintenance mechanic program. The short-term program offers students job-ready skills in only one semester.
FCC Associated Student Government President Sergey Saluschev offers a fresh perspective on student government. Compared to his native Russia, student participation in government offers a unique and valuable opportunity.
The campuses of SCCCD offer a variety of options to fit students’ short- and long-term schedules. For Nicole Margulis, the ability to attend classes at multiple locations offers an efficient path to an AA degree.
Next year marks the hundredth anniversary of the founding of Fresno City College, the first community college in California. The occasion will be marked by events and activities, beginning at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve.
Chancellor’s Circle brings together leaders in business and education to shape the future of the community. For these committed donors, giving is just the beginning.
Tom Mester, biology instructor at Willow International, has a history of dedication to science and humanitarian pursuits. His contributions to SCCCD have earned him the nomination of the North Centers for this year’s Bill F. Stewart Achievement of Excellence Award.
The Fresno Police Department, with a recent federal grant, will be hiring 26 additional officers. The new officers will likely come from the FCC Police Academy where future officers are trained with a unique focus toward law enforcement in the Central Valley.
For SCCCD Board Trustee Isabel Berreras, a commitment to higher education led to increased opportunities and a new master’s degree. But her biggest success may be her enduring encouragement and advocacy for others.
Twenty-two FCC and Madera Center students, along with their instructors, went on a two-week tour of China. The unique, firsthand experience offers a close-up view of political, cultural, and economic differences.
A grant from the Tulare County Workforce Investment Board will fund vocational programs in health care and manufacturing.
Iron Designer Live competition, presented by Fresno Design Alliance and Willow International Center, provides local nonprofit with a brand-new logo—all in about an hour.
As founder and president of YCMNET Advisors, Inc., Michael A. Yoshikami is a nationally known investment advisor. But he hasn’t forgotten his roots at Fresno City College.
SCCCD received nationwide accolades from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations. The Paragon awards recognize outstanding achievement in communications at community and technical colleges.
FCC nutrition instructor Ricarda Cerda will travel to Washington, D.C. for E. (Kika) de la Garza Fellowship for Hispanic-serving institutions. Federal networking and partnerships will bring benefits to Fresno City College.
This is the final phase of the OAB: A Legacy Renewed Campaign and your last chance to help finish this extraordinary project.
