San Jacinto College

State of the College 2024 highlights San Jac’s impact  San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer delivered her annual State of the College address Oct. 30, highlighting the resilience, innovation, support, and excellence — or RISE — that marked the past year.  Her theme resonated with more than 350 attendees, ranging from elected officials and donors to industry partners and...

Is Jan. 1 a bully or buddy? Do you think about everything you haven’t accomplished yet or feel inspired to explore new opportunities? However you view the new year, chances are you’re already thinking about how to make 2025 different. If giving back tops your list, consider supporting San Jacinto College students. Robert Cage, San Jacinto College Foundation executive director, shares how...

Rise. This word can mean many things — from moving upward and coming into being to exerting yourself to meet a challenge. At San Jacinto College, it also describes what happens every day here. The College helps students rise above challenges to pursue a better future for themselves and their families.  At San Jac, an in-district high school graduate can earn a degree debt-free. A single...

Former San Jacinto College Board of Trustees Chair Marie Flickinger passed away Monday, Nov. 11, shortly after retiring from the Board after nearly 30 years of service to the institution.  Flickinger was a fierce advocate for student success. Along with her fellow trustees, she worked tirelessly to remove barriers for students, enabling them to earn their higher education credentials. She was...

Silvia Escobedo has been part of San Jacinto College’s North Campus athletics and physical education departments for almost a decade, providing valuable support to both coaching staff and student-athletes.  Escobedo helps ensure smooth office operations while helping student-athletes navigate their academic journey. She enjoys assisting students from application to graduation and everything...

Native Houstonian Dennis Galbraith earned his business degree from San Jacinto College in 1978. After a career in the energy sector, he has now embarked on a new chapter by pursuing an arts degree at San Jac. Galbraith spent his career managing major projects in procurement, contract development, and strategic cost analysis. His contract negotiation and risk assessment expertise made him a...

Jan. 13 Spring Classes Begin All campuses and online Jan. 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Closed All campuses and online Feb. 6 College Community Day No classes Feb. 12-15 “Children of a Lesser God” 7:30 p.m. $10 general admission | Central Campus, Powell Arena Theatre (C13) Feb. 16 “Children of a Lesser God” 2:30 p.m. $10 general admission | Central Campus, Powell Arena...

San Jac has so much for seniors! San jacinto College offers a variety of leisure learning courses to help you expand your horizons and have funs! You can enjoy our short courses year-round, along with flexible schedules and easy registration. Made for You Our Lifelong Learning program is part of our Continuing and Professional Development. Courses are designed with you in mind, so it is easy to...