
If we can just take what we're given and take those opportunities and make the best out of them, even though it may not be what we think we want, sometimes it ends up being what we needed.
The Cyclones Volleyball Coach takes things in stride

I’m more of a hands-on person, so being able to physically do the wiring or adjusting parameters on a screen versus sitting on a computer all day or typing is much easier and I can remember it better.
Double majoring in Energy & Electronics program makes the most sense

Changing what a society thinks is a norm is unbelievably challenging.
The Information Technology Instructor uses past and present to help shape the future

My experiences in the military and being a veteran have really helped me as I’ve moved into this career. I’ve gotten to interact and work with a variety of people from many different countries and cultures, and that’s been invaluable to me.
Veterans Voices Month is October

The students know what they want to do, and in general, they go get it done.
The alumni and staff member remembers his time as a student

Just watching them grow into dental health professionals is very rewarding.
Kateri Mayer shares what her 10 years at SCTCC has been like.

Stick with it. It might get tough. You might think it’s not worth it. It is.
Three current students tell their SCTCC story

With the students, they know what they want, and they are telling you what they want.
1980 graduate from Secretarial Non-Shorthand

You have all the opportunities and tools available to you to succeed and try something new.
We talk to alumni at Summertime By George

Don’t give up the opportunity on yourself. A lot of the times we like to sell ourselves short. If you just give yourself the chance, you’ll be really surprised about the outcomes from yourself.
Earlier this week for the May segment, I had the pleasure of inviting two students to come with me to WJON to talk about their accomplishments this past year.

The little things in life matter more than you expect,” said Mohamed. “A bookbag is nothing to some people, but it meant a lot to him.
An act of kindness in a Life Wellness class has made a lasting impact, not just on the one who received it, but the one who gave it as well.

The community connections I built during this workshop were lifelong. I met new friends who attend various colleges across Minnesota as well and deepened my connections to other students at SCTCC.
A Student's Experience

Ray’s books are finding a home there, continuing to inspire students to do some big, interesting things with the information they learned at SCTCC.
Libraries are great resources for their communities. And we recently had a lovely experience that reminded us what a special place SCTCC is.

Alumni are regular visitors to the Marketing Sales Management program, and this past week has been no exception.
Adam Winkelman visits MSM class

There’s foundations of design in all art, whether it’s advertising in a magazine, a painter, a photographer, what have you.
When members of the Active Minds club worked to bring photographer Barb Kellogg’s exhibit on campus in 2019, it was like it was meant to be: the artist was an alumni of SCTCC and putting her degree to work.

It’s like a little family at school. Everybody’s uplifting each other. - Nia
The TRIO Student Support Services program at SCTCC is celebrating 25 years.

Believe in what you feel. Follow that feeling of joy and pleasure and what excites you.
Alejandra Ramírez’s words of advice spark hope.

A school is supposed to be a community thing that connects the [graduates] to the workforce,” Winkelman said. “That is what SCTCC does amazingly.
One prime example of a classroom/mentorship relationship comes out of the Marketing Sales Management program with Becky Shand.

...this event is about making sure we let them know that we see their impact, we appreciate their impact, and we will not forget that impact.
Students recognized for making a difference

Students nominated by instructor for admission to National Honor Society
Pictured: Hannah Schneider, Dru Zenzen, Danielle Rueckert, Julia Dumonceaux

It has meant a lot to me to be able to have a dream I had in high school come true by being a part of NCAS.
Katie Frank attends NCAS Virtual Experience

I like this class. It’s a good way to close out my time here.
SCTCC Foundation Digital Photography students showcase projects

If done successfully, this method of fertilizing can provide economic and environmental advantages over conventional farming.
Environmental Science student presents research project

SCTCC’s environment is exactly what I was looking for when picking a college.
Kirsten Weseman now general manager at Fastenal

I can be a role model for other Somali girls who want to do the same thing, who are scared because no one else is doing this.
Sainab is one of the first Somali women to go into the field of Paramedicine in the US
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