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Skyline Shines - Volume 7, No. 26
Upcoming happenings at Skyline College in San Bruno CA
Article Source: Skyline College - San Bruno CA
April 6, 2018 | Volume 7, No. 26
Skyline College International Student at the United Nations!
One of Skyline College’s international students, Franck Yao from Côte d’Ivoire, flew his country’s flag high as one of the esteemed guests at the recent United Nations Youth Council. The event was held from March 9 to March 11 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City. The program was an initiative by the United Nations to promote youth …
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Regina Stanback Stroud, Ed.D, president of Skyline College, received a standing ovation after keynoting at the Inaugural Women’s Leadership Conference presented by the County of San Mateo’s Commission on the Status of Women.This timely and sold-out conference attracted dynamic speakers to appeal to diverse groups of women in San Mateo County and was on the same day as the national …
Skyline College Athletic Hall of Fame Enshrines 12 Inductees
On March 24, 2018, the Skyline College Athletic Hall of Fame enshrined 12 new inductees. This distinguished group of female athletes included: Dorene Bauuino; Women’s Volleyball, 1984-1986 Kristen Gracia; Women’s Cross Country and Softball, 1995-1997 Stephanie Cheung; Women’s Badminton, 2003-2005 Marie Colón-Perez; Women’s Basketball, 2006-2008 Jan Fosberg; Student-Athlete and Coach, 1980 – Present Graiela “Gina” Gomez; Women’s Badminton, 2003-2005 Veronica …
Social Justice and Sustainability Community of Practice Brings Climate Expert to Educate Campus
To kick off Skyline College’s celebration of Earth Month, the Social Justice and Sustainability Community of Practice welcomed Gary White on Thursday, April 5, 2018 to talk with members of the campus community about climate change. Over 100 students, faculty, and staff listened to Mr. White’s presentation highlighting the effects of and solutions to climate change. The audience included students …
We’d like to thank the campus for their participation in our survey efforts this semester. We have a 37% response rate for the Employee Voice Survey, and five winners were awarded $20 gift cards to the Bookstore. One winner said, “Thanks, I’ve been wanting a new Skyline sweatshirt!” The Chronicle of Higher Education Survey is open for one more week, …
The California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) handed out their top student-athlete awards for the past year on March 28, 2018. Arianna Sheehy, a Women’s Basketball player from Skyline College, was recognized as a member of the 2017 Honor Roll. Honor Roll nominees were recommended by each conference with one male and one female athlete nominated per conference. The criteria …
Historic Kapatiran Field Trip to "Discover Kababayan" at Skyline College
Kapatiran students from South San Francisco High School and Westmoor High School were able to take a field trip to Skyline College to attend "Discover Kababayan" on Friday, March 16, 2018. Kapatiran is a high school to college pipeline program focused on Filipin@ /Filipin@-American curriculum that incorporates themes of identity, culture, history, and college success. This class is available to high …
Skyline College Students on All California Academic Team
Photo from left: Thanh Nguyen, Karen Mei Ling Lai, Dean Hernandez Skyline College Students Karen Mei Ling Lai and Thanh Nguyen, were selected for the All California Academic Team. These students were honored at the California Community College League Award Luncheon on April 2nd. In addition to the All-California Team, Karen was also selected for the …
Automotive Students Visit SamTrans Repair Facility
Students from the Automotive Department were treated to a tour at the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans) bus maintenance and repair facility in South San Francisco on March 16, 2018. SamTrans provided transportation, lunch and a tour of the facility. Students got to talk to the in house trainer, managers and technicians during the tour, as they were able …
Skyline College Automotive Department supported students and local employers by hosting a hiring day on March 13, 2018. The students go through a rigorous entry level job skills training course which includes soft skills, resumes and mock interviews. 25 employers filled Building 11 as the students moved from one employer to the next as if they were speed dating. Some …
Spring Transfer Fair & Alma Mater Day 2018
The Skyline College Transfer Center hosted the annual Spring Transfer Fair on March 14th, 2018. This year, the Transfer Center staff was able to organize a large university fair as we welcomed thirty colleges, including five CSU campuses, five UC campuses, eighteen private universities, and one out-of-state university, and a representative from California Community Colleges Transfer Agreement to HBCUs. The …
The Skyline College Transfer Center along with twenty-seven Skyline College students recently visited UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) on March 9. The visit was organized in collaboration with UC Santa Cruz and the UCSC Transfer Preparation Program. The visit to UCSC began with an admissions presentation facilitated by advisors from International and Transfer student recruitment. The admissions presentation provided students with …
The Skyline College Transfer Center hosted a campus tour to UC Davis for their annual Discover UC Davis event on February 23, 2018. Discover UC Davis is an excellent transfer preparation event that helps students understand the requirements to transfer to the UC System, including UC Davis. The event is exclusive for community colleges who are part of the Transfer …
Students, Communities of Practice Volunteer at the ReStore in San Carlos
A group of 8 students, 2 staff members and 1 community member spent a full day at the ReStore in San Carlos on February 10, 2018. The ReStore is a home improvement store with gently used furniture, antiques and appliances. The proceeds from every sale at ReStore go to support Habitat Greater San Francisco’s mission to build and sustain affordable …
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