Panther Prints - Spring 2026

Celebrate City 2026 Edition

Alumni Newsletter

Celebrate City!

Food * Music * Family * Fun

Thursday, April 23, 2026
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
3835 Freeport Blvd.

Celebrate Sacramento City College with us at our community open house!

Come for our great food vendors, music, and entertainment, and experience what it means to be a Panther! We will be showcasing our incredible classes, programs, clubs, student talent, and more.

You’re Invited: Celebrate City!

To my fellow Panthers and SCC Supporters,

I am so excited to invite you back to Sacramento City College for an afternoon that is truly special to me: Celebrate City! 

Whether you haven’t walked these brick-and-mortar halls in years or you’re a regular on campus, there is an energy here right now that I can’t wait to share with you. This isn't just an open house—it’s Belonging in Action.

We are opening our doors wide to show you how we are launching the next generation of professionals. From the high-tech simulations in our Nursing Labs to our brand-new, region-leading Air Traffic Control program, the pathways our students are taking are nothing short of inspiring.

I know how busy life gets, but I hope you’ll carve out a couple of hours to join us. Bring your family, a neighbor, or a future Panther who should see what we’re all about. This is a day for everyone!

Warmly,

Jessica Falor-Ward
Regional Director of Philanthropy
Phone: (916) 558-2198
Email: Falor-J@losrios​.edu

Celebrate City: The Details

Our full event program is currently being finalized. Check back soon for a complete schedule of activities, performances, campus resources, and community partners–all leading up to an exciting Panther baseball matchup to close out the day.

What’s Happening on the Quad & Beyond

The Arts are Alive

Catch live performances from our Commercial Music programs and tour our Art Gallery

For the Family

Don’t miss a special Theater Production created specifically for children and families—a perfect way to introduce the little ones to the magic of the stage!

Support the Path

Visit Panther Cares to see how we support our students' basic needs. I’d love for you to help us stock the pantry by bringing a donation of canned or dried goods!

Community Connection

Explore our tabling areas to meet current students, learn about SCC resources, and connect with the community partners who help power the Sacramento workforce.

Alumni Check-In & Local Flavors

Please make the Alumni Table your first stop so we can welcome you home:

A Taste of the Neighborhood

We’ll have local favorites on-site including Wushiland Boba and Tasty Dumplings (and more to be confirmed!), so come ready to grab a bite and support these great local vendors.

Show Your Pride

Check in with your Digital Alumni Card to grab your "Proud SCC Alum" sticker.

Early Bird Swag

The first 150 alumni to check in will get an official Celebrate City T-shirt!

Special Call-Out: Baseball Alumni

We are hosting a dedicated homecoming at the diamond! Join us for an Alumni Tailgate and a special "Meet the Players" reception to connect with the current team. Huge thanks to Golden State Insurance for sponsoring this year's alumni mixer and reception!

It’s a great chance to swap stories before we settle in for the Baseball Game against Folsom Lake College.

First pitch at 5:00 pm.

Thank You to our 2026 Celebrate City Sponsors!

SCC Baseball Alumni Event Host

Red Brick Partners

Sac City Neighbor

Alumni Profile: Steve Thorpe

Sacramento City College Alum & Faculty Member

After leaving high school early and spending time in the military, Steve Thorpe found his way to Sacramento City College in 1969, a turning point that would shape the rest of his life.

Like many students, Steve faced significant financial challenges. Before his GI Bill benefits arrived, he couldn’t afford textbooks and remembers standing in the bookstore aisles reading assignments. Despite working hard, the pressure of rent, books, and daily expenses nearly forced him to leave college more than once.

With perseverance—and a part‑time job—Steve stayed the course. He earned his degree from City College, went on to complete both a B.A. and M.A., and built a long and meaningful career in law enforcement. His journey eventually brought him back to SCC, where he began teaching in 1977, joined the faculty full‑time in 1991, and continues to teach part‑time today.

“City College changed the course of my life,” Steve shares. “It gave me an education, a career, and nearly five decades of meaningful work.”

Today, Steve gives back in a powerful way. As a committed supporter of the Los Rios Student Emergency Fund, he helps ensure today’s students don’t face the same financial barriers that once threatened his education. The fund provides fast, one‑time support to students experiencing unexpected crises covering expenses like emergency bills, housing challenges, or car repairs so they can stay enrolled and on track.

Steve’s story is a reminder of the lasting impact Sacramento City College has on its students and how alumni continue that legacy by supporting the next generation.

First pitch at 5:00 pm.

Once a Panther, Forever a Panther
Join the SCC Alumni Association!

Remember how you felt when you first started college—possibly nervous, shy and a little apprehensive? Assess how you feel now—confident, eager and looking forward to the future? Join others who feel the same way and help those who are still working to get there! As a Sacramento City College alum, you are part of the SCC family and it is our goal to keep you connected once you transition to a career and/or transfer to another educational institution. Your relationship with SCC does not have to end after you leave.

Learn more and join the Alumni Association!

Membership in the Alumni Association is free.

Share your story!

Whether you walked in graduation or just took a few classes that made an impact, we want to hear from you. Share your experience with us and you could be featured in one of our student profiles!