Article Archive for Year 2009
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.
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.
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.
The Green Summit at Reedley College drew together community members and provided education and answers for a range of environmental issues, from air pollution to water conservation.
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.
Video compilation of the Iron Designer Live competition, held on May 13 at the Willow International Center.
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.
The Fresno City College CEO Club offers students a chance to learn and work toward their goal of business ownership. Currently, they are raising funds to attend the national conference in October.
This is the final phase of the OAB: A Legacy Renewed Campaign and your last chance to help finish this extraordinary project.

