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Oakhurst College Center coordinator Vikki Piper’s duties run the gamut from course scheduling to snow shoveling. Her efforts at the Oakhurst Center make a difference for students in this rural community.
Since the Reedley College Computer Club was founded in 2007, it has provided students with an outlet for practicing computer assembly and repair skills, while expanding to serve the local community.
City of Kerman Mayor Gary Yep used his Fresno City College success as a jumping off point for higher education and international travel. He returned to his hometown to serve his community.
After lying dormant for 35 years, the Old Administration Building at Fresno City College is open again. The oldest building on campus once again serves as an integral part of the college.
For nearly 25 years, the Puente program at Fresno City College has been using mentorship and community engagement to prepare students to transfer to four-year colleges and universities.
The goal of the Reedley College SEED program is to teach foreign students the skills to improve their own communities. It’s up to Jim Mulligan and Sophie Quintero to make sure everyone gets through it.
The Willow International choir has been recognized for superior performances, and Choir Director Dan Bishop is looking to expand in 2011. He welcomes any interested community members to join.
Reedley College student Austin Fite is an honor student and weightlifter. When he’s not studying, he’s breaking weightlifting records. When he’s not doing that, he’s combating harmful bacteria for the USDA.
A newly awarded grant to Reedley College will help increase the number of Hispanic and low-income students attending college and completing postsecondary degrees. The college will implement four strategies to achieve this goal.
For Sylvie Huneault-Schultze, Fresno City College ESL instructor, a year teaching in another country turned into an education for her as well.
Fresno City College student Darline Guelce survived the earthquake in Haiti and traveled to Fresno to rebuild her life. She’ll later return to Haiti where she will help rebuild her country.
This Halloween, Oakhurst Center will hold the fifth annual “Trunk N Treat” event with the Oakhurst Chamber of Commerce. Each year, the mountain community comes together to provide local children with some spooky fun.
