San Jac 3-peats as Top 10 community college in the nation This summer, San Jacinto College was named as one of 10 finalists for the $1 million 2021 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among community colleges. Awarded every two years since 2011, the Aspen Prize recognizes institutions that achieve strong...

Keeping socially distant is the new normal during the COVID-19 era, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss quality time with your loved ones. Thankfully, there are a host of applications for your mobile device or computer that will allow you to make new memories together.  San Jacinto College’s Digital Marketing Manager Jahmal Clemons offers these social media suggestions for keeping in...

San Jacinto College’s Continuing and Professional Development (CPD) Community Engagement Center is bringing Learn@Home Zoom courses to the local community during the College’s altered operations period due to COVID-19. In these examples, attendees logged in to the Extreme Couponing session to learn how to get the most out of coupon deals at local retailers, and they joined in the Women and...

Many adults anticipate retirement the way kids count the days until Christmas. But at San Jacinto College, some faculty and staff keep office hours beyond typical retirement age, enjoying the work itself. A few shared what keeps them at San Jac and motivates them each day. (Hint: It’s not just the paycheck.) RICHARD MCKAY, 68 Hired thanks to an argument The South Campus library director...

Life screeched to a halt this spring, courtesy of a pandemic.  COVID-19 circumstances, stressful seasons -- physical, emotional, or both -- can happen anytime. How do you prepare for them? If you’re looking to manage stress better or build your immune system, San Jacinto College instructors offer some ideas. Fitness: Aim for realistic Exercise. It not only busts stress and depression...

One of the largest impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic is on the economy. Many have lost jobs, been forced to retire, or have seen retirement funds disappear overnight. However, the other impact many consider is time. Due to social distancing, many employers nationwide are now requiring everyday operations to be done from home. This means more time with family and in general more time at home. For...

Flexible options for Fall 2020 with San Jac My Way. Classes begin Aug. 24   ONLINE Anytime Take your classes online anytime. No need to travel to campus. ONLINE on A Schedule Complete coursework online but virtual lectures and instruction will take place at specific times on certain days. Hands-On HYBRID A combination of online instruction and small groups for hands-on learning and...

Despite the growing numbers of a retiring workforce, the employment sector of those age 50 and older also continues to increase. According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), by 2024 there will be nearly 41 million Americans age 55 and older working. Unfortunately, some of these employees may experience age discrimination, if they haven’t encountered it already.  Within...