SCC Panther Prints Alumni Newsletter – May 2025
Welcome Message from Dr. Andre Coleman
Dear Sacramento City College Alumni,
It is with great pride and appreciation that I welcome you to this edition of the SCC Alumni Newsletter. As Dean of Student Intervention & Success, I have the privilege of supporting some of the most vital services that help our students thrive—including student equity, basic needs, academic support programs, and initiatives that foster a sense of belonging across our diverse campus community.
Every day, I see the profound difference these programs make in students’ lives. And I know many of you—our alumni—have been shaped by or have contributed to these same efforts during your time here. Whether through tutoring, mentorship, food pantry access, or support through the RISE, Puente, Umoja, or TRIO programs, your experiences are part of what makes SCC such a transformative place.
This newsletter is a celebration of you. Your stories, successes, and ongoing engagement continue to inspire and uplift the SCC family. We invite you to stay connected, get involved, and help us ensure future generations have the same opportunities to grow and succeed.
With Panther Pride,
Dr. Andre Coleman
Celebrate City Draws 400+ Attendees!
This year's Celebrate City knocked it out of the park with more than 400 people in attendance. The day started with special free admission to a Panthers baseball game at Union Stadium, followed by festivities in the Quad with over 70 college programs, student clubs and community partners tabling, music, food trucks, free popcorn and cotton candy, games and activities for the whole family, and photo ops with SCC mascot Hughie!
A special congratulations goes out to the Native American Student Success Center for winning the Celebrate City tabling trophy! 🎉
We would love to hear how we could make Celebrate City even better. If you didn't have a chance to fill out the exit survey, you can do so by clicking the button below. Thank you for your feedback!
SCC’s Vice President of Student Services Named a 2025 Black Change Maker by SacBee!
Congratulations to Davin Brown, Vice President of Student Services at Sacramento City College, for being recognized as one of The Sacramento Bee’s 2025 Black Change Makers! This prestigious honor celebrates leaders who are making a lasting impact in the community.
From launching Black student success initiatives to overseeing the Panther Cares Center, she is committed to making SCC a more supportive and inclusive place. Her leadership continues to shape SCC’s commitment to student engagement, equity, and community empowerment.
It's not too late to make a Big Day of Giving gift!
Students work tirelessly for years—balancing classes, jobs, and family responsibilities—to earn their degrees at Los Rios so they can transfer to four-year institutions.
Unfortunately, far too many go to submit their transfer application, reach the last page, and feel defeated when they see the $80 fee. For many, $80 might be their entire food budget for the week.
Every year, more than 4,000 students across the Los Rios colleges successfully transfer to CSU or UC schools, taking the next step in their education. But how many more could join them with your help?
On this Big Day of Giving, we are asking for the $80 needed to cover the UC/CSU application fee so that every student who walks into one of our Transfer Centers can leave knowing they’ve given it their all and applied to their dream school.
Together, we can ensure that no hardworking student has to put their future on hold over something as small as an application fee.
SCC’s Community Health Program Featured
in The Sacramento Bee
Sacramento City College’s Community Health Care Worker Certificate Program was recently highlighted in The Sacramento Bee for its role in training students to bridge the gap between medical professionals and underserved communities.
With demand for community health workers projected to grow 13% over the next decade, SCC’s two-semester certificate program provides real-world experience through practicums, often leading to immediate job opportunities. Scholarships and donor funding help students focus on their training without financial strain. Jennifer Laflam, dean of the West Sacramento Center, noted that although much of the certificate program's coursework has previously been offered online, the administration intends to host some in-person classes at the West Sacramento campus (pictured).
Visit SCC’s Community Health Care Worker Program to explore more details.
Tune into the Panther's Post, SCC's campus podcast!
Stay connected with the voices of Sacramento City College through The Panther’s Post, our campus podcast featuring engaging conversations, student perspectives, and stories from around the SCC community. Hosted by Nia Nichols, Secretary of Outreach and Development for SCC’s Student Leadership team, each episode brings fresh insights, inspiring discussions, and a look into campus life.
In the latest episode, Nia sits down with The Panther’s Post Chief Editor and Student Leadership Advisor Mike McDoniels to talk about navigating your early 20s, life lessons, and New Year’s resolutions from different perspectives.
Catch up on past episodes featuring student leaders, discussions on mental health, politics, and community engagement. Don’t miss out—tune in and hear the roar!
Congratulations to SCC’s 2025 PTK All-California Academic Honor Roll Students!
The Community College League of California is proud to recognize the 2025 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-California Academic Honor Roll, celebrating the academic excellence and dedication of community college students across the state.
A special congratulations to Sara Borges, Anna Forsgren, Scott Lee, and Fnu Sohail from Sacramento City College for their outstanding achievements!
These students represent the best of SCC, and we celebrate their hard work and commitment to academic success.
To view the full list of honorees, visit 2025 PTK All-California Academic Honor Roll.
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!