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Couple brings tastes of the world to campus cafe
February 23, 2010 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Couple brings tastes of the world to campus cafe

The Willow International Cafe offers students a welcoming atmosphere and international cuisine, thanks to husband and wife managers Ziad and Sara Abwini.

FCC president honored as national achiever
November 26, 2009 – 3:08 pm | No Comment
FCC president honored as national achiever

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 names new vice president of instruction
November 2, 2009 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Reedley College names new vice president of instruction

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.

Willow International biology instructor earns North Centers’ nomination for achievement award
September 3, 2009 – 11:15 am | No Comment
Willow International biology instructor earns North Centers’ nomination for achievement award

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.

FCC instructor awarded USDA fellowship
June 12, 2009 – 5:32 pm | No Comment
FCC instructor awarded USDA fellowship

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.

Reedley College employee wins prestigious award
May 15, 2009 – 10:17 am | 3 Comments
Reedley College employee wins prestigious award

Reedley College public information officer wins distinguished statewide award for her unwavering dedication. Now she faces her own critical struggle.

History-making President a role model for students
March 30, 2009 – 2:14 pm | No Comment
History-making President a role model for students

When Dr. Cynthia Azari was named the new president of Fresno City College (FCC) on November 24, 2008, she made history—again. For the second time in her professional career, Dr. Azari was appointed the first …

Biology Instuctor named Distinguished Teacher of the Year for 2009
March 30, 2009 – 9:53 am | No Comment
Biology Instuctor named Distinguished Teacher of the Year for 2009

As you enter Frank Yancy’s classroom, it is apparent that his students are totally engaged and immersed in the world of biology and the natural sciences.

David Dominguez is an accomplished poet and instructor at Reedley College
March 26, 2009 – 2:48 pm | One Comment
David Dominguez is an accomplished poet and instructor at Reedley College

At the age of 19, after reading “The Red Wheel Barrel” by William Carlos Williams for a class, David Dominguez knew he wanted to become a poet. “The work had amazing imagery,” said David.

Art with a message
March 25, 2009 – 11:17 am | No Comment
Art with a message

When Fresno City College (FCC) Art Instructor Kathy Wosika returned from her trip last year to the African nation of Ghana, she brought back home more than just photographs and memories. She brought back some of her trash. But it was all with the intention of creating art with a message.

Instructor helps educate young entrepreneurs
September 5, 2008 – 12:27 pm | No Comment
Instructor helps educate young entrepreneurs

Reedley College instructor, Eric Nasalroad, sees the Central Valley as the perfect place for locally owned businesses to thrive.

At Fresno City College, the word philosophy means “love of wisdom”
September 5, 2008 – 12:07 pm | No Comment
At Fresno City College, the word philosophy means “love of wisdom”

In Greek, the word philosophy means “love of wisdom”. It’s evident that there are many students at Fresno City College who agree with the meaning.