Solano Sheriff’s Department presents proposal at GB meeting
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 15, 2013
ROCKVILLE – On May 15, the Solano Community College district governing board heard three different staffing proposals from the Solano County Sheriff’s Department to allow the sheriff’s department to takeover protecting the district and replace the SCC Campus Police. The main... (more...)
Solano splits two game series with Delta College
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 17, 2013
Sophomore Chad Fortney returns safely to first base after several attempts to steal second in the seventh inning. With a bright sun and stands packed with fans, the Solano Falcons defeated the Delta College 8-4 Saturday afternoon at home. Solano received six strong innings from Anthony Pezzola,... (more...)
Team win pushes Solano past Los Medanos
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 9, 2013
The Solano women’s basketball team might be communists. Each Solano Falcon scored a point, with only one Falcon reaching double-digit scoring, in route to a 68-44 win over Los Medanos College. Whether starting the game, or coming in as a reserve, each Falcon had her niche for the game. Every... (more...)
Vending machines on campus without ratified contract
John Glidden, News Editor/Staff Writer
February 6, 2013
Students may have noticed new vending machines placed on district property late last semester. These vending machines offer the traditional snack choices but also add healthier choices. The Associated Students of Solano College (ASSC) student government opted out of the snack vending contract... (more...)
The big Q about Measure Q
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 6, 2013
As early as April, the first round of Measure Q bonds will be issued to Solano College for the construction of new buildings and the renovation of older buildings on the main campus and the Vacaville and Vallejo centers. The exact amount of the first bond issue has yet to be determined because... (more...)
Solano awaits crucial accreditation update
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 5, 2013
On Wednesday, Feb. 5, Jowel Laguerre, superintendent-president of Solano College, informed a crowd assembled in room 626 on the main campus, with staff at the Vallejo and Vacaville Centers listening to the gathering via speakerphone, that the long-awaited accreditation response, scheduled for... (more...)
Falcons lose heartbreaker against Laney
John Glidden, Staff Writer
January 31, 2013
In a gritty back-and-forth game, the Solano College women’s basketball team came up four points short of gaining a better footing in the Bay Valley Conference where they came into the game tied with Mendocino College for first place, with Laney College nipping at their heels. Fans witnessed... (more...)
Scoring surge pushes Solano past College of Alameda
John Glidden, Staff Writer
January 30, 2013
Scoring their most points in a game all season, the Solano’s men’s basketball team defeated College of Alameda 84-76, breaking a five-game losing streak. Solano Falcon’s head Coach John Nagle believes that the Falcons won with more aggressive play and passing the ball more; something... (more...)
Solano men lose fourth game in a row
John Glidden, Staff Writer
January 24, 2013
In a matter of 30 seconds, two Solano Falcons fouled out of the game with little less than 3 minutes remaining in a game which had 43 combined fouls. Such was the game between Solano College and Contra Costa College on Wednesday night, with Contra Costa winning 63-53. Solano’s freshman guard/forward... (more...)
Women win fifth straight conference game
John Glidden, Staff Writer
January 23, 2013
Lately, when Bay Valley Conference teams play against the Solano Falcons women’s basketball team they get served Ham and Clay. Solano’s freshman guard Taylor Hamilton, affectionately called “T-Ham” by her teammates, and freshman guard/forward Ariel Clay have usually been the scoring... (more...)
Solano men lose to Marin College 67-49
John Glidden, Staff Writer
January 16, 2013
When Marin’s sophomore center Darrick McIntosh hammered a slam dunk with five minutes remaining in the second half, Solano’s chances at a victory dimmed. McIntosh’s dunk gave Marin a commanding 58-45 lead and motivated Marin to finish the game with a decisive 67-49 win over the Solano... (more...)
Solano women win 63-51 against last place Marin
John Glidden, Staff Writer
January 15, 2013
For the fourth straight game, Solano’s women’s basketball team secured a win against a Bay Valley Conference opponent, defeating Marin College 63-51 on Tuesday night. Coming into the game Marin was tied for last place in the BVC with a 1-11 overall record and 0-3 in BVC play. Solano’s... (more...)
Solano men defeat Mendocino 78-72 in physical game
John Glidden, Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 2013
Fans were treated to a physical and tense game between Solano and Mendocino College on Thursday night. With a 78-72 win, Solano escaped the clutches of a much more physical team. “They [Mendocino] are really competitive, being a little stronger and quicker than us,” said John Nagle, head... (more...)
Solano women hand Mendocino first BVC loss
John Glidden, Editor-in-Chief
January 10, 2013
“Are you tired,” asked Solano College women’s basketball head coach Matt Borchert to the Solano team with 6:10 remaining in the first half of Thursday night’s game. What started as sluggish play for the Falcons ended up becoming a hard-fought 64-58 win over Mendocino College. Entering... (more...)
Solano men’s basketball team gets first win at home
John Glidden, Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2013
The Solano College men’s basketball team finally enjoyed home cooking as they defeated rival Napa 76-74 in a seesaw game on Tuesday. Solano had yet to win a game at home versus Bay Valley Conference opponents, losing 65-51 to Reedley, and 91-64 to Yuba College. “This is a long time coming,”... (more...)
Women’s basketball wins 80-70 with team effort in overtime win against Napa
John Glidden, Editor-in-Chief
January 8, 2013
The Solano College Falcons and Napa Valley Storm decided to give free basketball to the fans on Tuesday night in the form of two overtime periods. With mere seconds left in regulation, Solano’s Lucy Santos sunk a buzzer-beating basket which tied the game, 64-64. Santos, a sophomore, had not... (more...)
Solano’s men’s basketball drops first conference game of the season 91-64
John Glidden, Editor-in-Chief
January 2, 2013
The familiar sound of athletic shoes on hardwood punctuated the night as the Solano College men’s basketball team fought for their first home win of the young 2012-13 season against the Yuba College 49ers on Wednesday night. Despite a thunderous slam-dunk by Solano’s Jamarae Moss in the... (more...)
Solano College trustees sworn into office amid celebration
John Glidden, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2012
With family, friends, and elected officials in attendance, three Solano College district governing board trustees were sworn in on Wednesday night. After taking a moment of silence to honor the victims of the Newtown school shooting, Monica Brown, representing Cordelia, Green Valley, and... (more...)
Academic Success Center set to open soon on main campus
John Glidden, News Editor
December 5, 2012
In the very near future, students at Solano Community College will have the opportunity to visit the Academic Success Center on the main campus. The ASC will assist students through the registration and enrollment processes, provide tutoring, supplemental instruction, and offer workshops, according... (more...)
Vallejo center open during finals
John Glidden, News Editor
November 27, 2012
Need a place to study during finals? The Vallejo center will be open for late night study sessions starting Monday December 3 through to Thursday December 13. The hours will be from 10:00 p.m. to midnight. Both group and individual studying is welcome. Also, all SCC students are... (more...)
Forums outline impact from passage of Measure Q and Proposition 30
John Glidden, News Editor
November 14, 2012
Jowel Laguerre, superintendent/president of Solano Community College held several forums explaining the impact to Solano College after the passage of Measure Q and Proposition 30. “This is a major gift – a major confidence in the college,” said Laguerre in one of the forums. Measure... (more...)
Voters pass Measure Q and Proposition 30
John Glidden, News Editor
November 14, 2012
Solano county voters overwhelming supported the Measure Q bond Tuesday night while voters statewide voted to enact Proposition 30. Measure Q is a county bond which will bring $348 million to Solano Community College for various district-wide building improvements and support the expansion of... (more...)
Governing board race too close to call
John Glidden, News Editor
November 9, 2012
Monica Brown, candidate, Trustee Area 5 Frances McCullough, candidate, Trustee Area 5 As of Tuesday night, local educator Monica Brown held onto a slim lead of 89 votes over Frances McCullough, an adjunct professor at Turo University, in the Solano College district governing board trustee... (more...)
Supporters attempt to drum up last minute support for Measure Q
John Glidden, News Editor
November 5, 2012
Hours before the polls opened for one of the more important elections in Solano Community College history, Measure Q supporters danced and flicked ‘Yes on Measure Q’ signs for motorists driving by. At the intersection of Admiral Callaghan Lane and Redwood Street, Jerry Kea, dean of the... (more...)
Changes at Solano College police department
John Glidden, News Editor
October 31, 2012
The Solano College police department is expected to hire eight new officers: four part-time sworn officers and four community service officers soon. “I’m very pleased with the candidates we have,” said Edward Goldberg, interim police chief, at the Oct. 3 governing board meeting. ... (more...)
Math professor dies
John Glidden, News Editor
October 31, 2012
Charlene Snow, math professor and interim dean of mathematics died Oct. 17 after a brief illness. “We will greatly miss Charlene: her energy, her no nonsense, professional attitude, and, most importantly, her dedication and concern for students,” said Jowel Laguerre, superintendent-president... (more...)
Election 2012: SCC governing board candidates profiled
John Glidden, News Editor
October 31, 2012
To read interviews and profiles of the eight running for the Solano Community College governing board, choose a name below: Trustee Area 3 – Vallejo, Benicia, Suisun City Rosemary Thurston (incumbent) Mike Wright Trustee Area 5 – Fairfield, Green Valley, Cordelia David Brannen Monica... (more...)
ASSC elects new board
John Glidden, News Editor
October 17, 2012
For the first time in eight months, the Associated Students of Solano College student government has an elected board. One hundred twenty votes were cast during the four days the polls were open. Leah Ferrell and running mate Alonzo Brown garnered 103 ‘yes’ votes to 6 ‘no’ votes... (more...)
Voters must decide between two propositions on November ballot
John Glidden, News Editor
October 3, 2012
Proposition 30 Full Title: The Schools and Local Public Safety Protection Act of 2012 In brief: If approved, Raise California’s sales tax to 7.5 percent from its current level of 7.25 percent, which would expire in four years; and Increasing taxes on those who make more than $250,000,which... (more...)
State offers option to register to vote online
John Glidden, News Editor
October 3, 2012
Now you have no reason not to register to vote in the state of California. On Sept. 19, the state launched a new system, allowing residents of California the ability to register to vote online. The new online system will search the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) database for your California... (more...)
Solano students attempt to honor killed student
John Glidden, News Editor
October 3, 2012
Ruben Hernandez is upset that Solano College has not taken action to honor a student who was slain last month Hernandez was a classmate of Ashley Mills, a 28-year-old SCC student, pregnant with twins, who was killed in her Vallejo home along with her boyfriend Dashoun Jones on Sept.... (more...)
Solano College student government kicks into high gear
John Glidden, News Editor
September 21, 2012
Despite numerous attempts to cull candidates for the fall student government elections, only four students submitted candidacy paperwork for the fall student government elections. Three of the four candidates are current members of the student government. Current student services... (more...)
Eight vie for three governing board seats
John Glidden, News Editor
September 5, 2012
Eight candidates will be competing for three seats on the Solano Community College governing board this November. Four candidates, graduate student Mark Laluan, local educator Monica Brown, and SCC community services officer David Brannen, and Frances McCullough filed for election for... (more...)
New security cameras installed on main campus
John Glidden, News Editor
September 5, 2012
For the fall semester, 35 new security cameras will be installed in locations around the Solano College main campus. Cameras will be located in student lobbies, around the financial aid office, around the admission and records office, the 100 building lobby, the lobby of the 200 building... (more...)
SCC police chief placed on administrative leave
John Glidden, News Editor
September 5, 2012
Steven Dawson, chief of police for Solano Community College, is on leave effective immediately, according to an e-mail sent throughout the district by Yulian Ligioso, vice president of finance and administration at Solano College. Ret. Lieutenant, Ed Goldberg, will in the interim provide... (more...)
Student government seeking candidates for elective office
John Glidden, News Editor
August 24, 2012
For the second time in six months the associated students of Solano College student government is slated to hold an election for the offices of ASSC president, vice president, legislative advocate, and student trustee. Due to procedural errors committed by the spring election committee,... (more...)
Board approves $348 million bond measure for November ballot
John Glidden, News Editor
August 2, 2012
Wednesday night the Solano College district governing board approved the placement of a $348 million dollar bond measure for the Nov. 6 ballot. If approved, the bond would fund the modernization of nursing, firefighting, and bio technology training centers, at Solano College. The money would... (more...)
SCC president extends contract, makes compensation adjustments
John Glidden, staff writer
July 20, 2012
For the second time in 13 months, the Solano College district governing board has reached an agreement with Jowel Laguerre, superintendent-president of Solano College, for a reduction in compensation. The governing board voted 7-0 during their July 18 meeting for Laguerre to forgo a one percent... (more...)
Theater director fired; board to vote on fate of SCTA June 20
John Glidden, Staff Writer
June 18, 2012
In a 5-2 closed session June 6, the Solano College governing board voted to terminate the director of theater production position, currently held by Chris Guptill. “I had been informed that the decision was not to be voted upon until the meeting of June 20th,” said Chris Guptill in an e-mail... (more...)
“SCARS”: A Story of Raw Emotions
John Glidden, Staff Writer
June 3, 2012
About ten months ago I was surfing videos on YouTube when I came across a link to a rant video. I forget the topic of the rant but at the time, I was less than impressed. The man ranting, known by his YouTube handle as Iluv2rant, profusely used curse words and my initial reaction caused... (more...)
Resignation of science dean prompts reorganization of school of sciences
John Glidden, Staff Writer
June 3, 2012
“The Dean of the School of Mathematics and Science has submitted her resignation effective July 10, 2012,” stated Jowel Laguerre, superintendent-president of Solano Community College, in his May 21 SP Direct newsletter to the campus community. The current dean of the school of sciences... (more...)
Governing board postpones decision on funding for theater association
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 17, 2012
Trustee Denis Honeychurch’s motion to delay the decision regarding Solano Community College’s funding to the Solano College Theater Association (SCTA) invoked a standing ovation and cheers from most of the members of the public assembled for the governing board meeting in the back half... (more...)
Student government tosses out election results; establishes temporary government for the fall
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 16, 2012
The Associated Students of Solano Community College (ASSC) senate, acting on the recommendation of the election committee, voted unanimously May 15 to discard recent election results and will hold another election in the fall semester. “We cannot legitimately call it an election,” said... (more...)
ASSC election committee throws out recent election
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 14, 2012
In a 4-0 decision, the Associated Students of Solano College (ASSC) student government election committee voted Friday, May 11 to vacate the recent results of the student elections. “I move that we disqualify the existing results of the 2012 student government results,” said James Vaughn,... (more...)
Students honored at awards ceremony
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 11, 2012
On Wednesday, May 9, approximately 40 student leaders received recognition for outstanding achievement in service and/or academics at Solano Community College. The event held in the campus theater was heavily attended by family, and friends of those students receiving awards. “We are so glad... (more...)
Vallejo Center open for extra hours before finals
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 11, 2012
Starting on Monday, May 14 the Vallejo Center will extend the hours of operations so students can study for their finals. The center will be open the following days until midnight: Monday, May 14 Tuesday, May 15 Wednesday, May 16 Thursday, May 17 Monday, May 21 Tuesday, May 22 The learning... (more...)
Your vote: Use it or lose it
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 9, 2012
Yes, you read the title correctly. If you don’t vote, you should leave the country immediately. I have vacillated on this radical view but I grow tired of the low voter turnout in Solano County and in the United States as a whole. Many rejoice when there is a fifty percent turnout of... (more...)
Voter turn-out was low at this year’s student body elections
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 9, 2012
About 50 students voted in Friday’s Associated Students of Solano College (ASSC) student government election for president, vice president, student trustee and three amendments to governing documents. Arturo Castillo and Jack Sperow, running for president and vice-president, respectively,... (more...)
College reaches $135,000 settlement with former VP
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 9, 2012
The Solano Community College governing board, during its May 2 meeting, announced that the district had reached a settlement with Carey Roth, former vice-president of administrative and business services at Solano College. Rosemary Thurston, governing board president, announced that Roth will... (more...)
ASSC president resigns
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 9, 2012
Kelsey Moran-Richardson, the president of the Associated Students of Solano College (ASSC) student government, has resigned. The new president of the ASSC student government is Kristine Barruzo. “Kelsey vacated the president position, and I assume the office of president,” said Barruzo... (more...)
Honor society welcomes new members
John Glidden, Staff Writer
May 9, 2012
On Friday, May 4, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) international honor society (Beta Mu Gamma chapter at Solano College) inducted 14 new members into PTK: Francis Ambion, Rocelyn Arevalo, Naser Baig, Barbara Bakh, Myles Bebski, Justin Duhow, David Erickson, Michael Fortuno, Sarah Glen, Raulette Ollison-McClinton,... (more...)
ASSC hosts local debate at Solano College
John Glidden, staff writer
May 4, 2012
The Associated Students of Solano College (ASSC) student government is hosting a local political debate scheduled for Wednesday, May 9. Bud Stevenson and Jack Batson will be debating on current political issues, including the upcoming presidential election. Rick Vaccaro, Fairfield’s vice-mayor,... (more...)
Student government not following election code
John Glidden, Staff Writer
April 25, 2012
The Associated Students of Solano College (ASSC) student government is holding student elections for president, vice-president, student trustee, and legislative advocate for the 2012-13 academic year. The ASSC student government did not approve an election calendar until March 20, with the... (more...)
Coaches to keep jobs
John Glidden, Staff Writer
April 25, 2012
On April 4, the Solano Community College district governing board voted 7-0 to rescind layoff notices two full-time physical education faculty members for the 2012-2013 fiscal year. “I have personally learned a lot from this process,” said Jowel Laguerre, superintendant-president of... (more...)
Vacaville center has been erroneously receiving an extra million dollars a year
John Glidden, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
Last month Solano Community College was informed by the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office that the state has been erroneously giving the Solano college district $1 million each year for the Vacaville center. To receive the yearly bonus of $1 million, a center must have at... (more...)
June ballot will determine the future of Solano County libraries
John Glidden, Staff Writer
April 4, 2012
On June 5, Solano County voters will have a chance to vote on Measure L, a proposition that will extend the eighth of a penny sales tax which would fund Solano county libraries for the next 16 years. According to KeepSolanoLibrariesOpen.com, in 1998 Solano County voters approved Measure B to... (more...)
Solano board meeting was democracy in action
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 21, 2012
If you happened to miss the news, the Solano Community College governing board on March 7 held a meeting approving the laying-off of two faculty members, and cut the football and aquatic programs. It should be noted that the week before, the school’s administration, not the board, made the... (more...)
Governing board appoints new member to replace Claffey
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 21, 2012
In a 5-1 roll call vote, the Governing Board appointed Catherine Ritch to the governing board to replace James Claffey who passed away on Feb. 6. Trustee McCaffrey was the lone trustee to vote against the motion to appoint Ritch to the governing board. Ritch will represent Fairfield, Green... (more...)
SCC administrator eyes Fresno City College president job
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 16, 2012
Solano College’s current executive vice-president of academic and student affairs, Arturo Reyes, has applied for the permanent president position at Fresno City College. Listed under the name Arturo Reyes-Hernandez, Reyes is one of three finalists for the position. The other two finalists... (more...)
ASSC to hold public forums on SCC budget
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 15, 2012
The Associated Students of Solano College are holding four forums to allow students to express themselves regarding the recent cuts to summer school, the football and aquatic programs, and the current financial condition of Solano college. The forums are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.... (more...)
ASSC to hold emergency meeting to address summer school cuts
John Glidden, Staff writer
March 8, 2012
The Associated Students of Solano College has called an emergency meeting to discuss the loss of summer school and craft an official response to the cuts. The meeting will be held tomorrow, Friday, March 9, at 11 a.m. in room 1421. ASSC is scheduled to craft a response regarding last night’s... (more...)
SCC cuts football and aquatics programs
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 8, 2012
Solano Community College governing board voted four to two Wed. March 7, to cut the football and aquatic programs and lay off two coaches for next year. “This is my family,” said Kevin Marks, assistant coach to the football program at Solano College, addressing the governing board as he... (more...)
Students protest summer class cancellations at the campus clock
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 7, 2012
On Monday, March 5, students held a rally to garner signatures opposing the cutting of summer school. At the base of the campus clock, students passed around a petition signing their names. “I need summer school to get my AA next spring,” biological science major, Sante Thomas said. “I... (more...)
Summer session sacrificed; college still seeking more ways to make up shortfall
John Glidden, Staff Writer
March 7, 2012
Solano College’s cancellation of summer session is leaving students in the lurch, and is just part of a series of proposed reductions the school must make to handle an unexpected $3 to $5 million dollar funding shortfall. “This is prudent financial planning to avoid potential... (more...)
Student groups support keeping campus police
John Glidden, Staff writer
February 29, 2012
ASSC Student Government and Solano’s honor society Phi Theta Kappa, Beta Mu Gamma chapter have both expressed support for retaining Solano College’s Police Department. On Feb. 7, ASSC voted to support a petition started by Solano’s faculty union. The petition was presented to... (more...)
Police salaries are lower than most colleges
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 22, 2012
Solano college full-time sworn police officers are being paid less than police officers at nearby colleges. According to a diagram furnished by the Solano Police Department, full-time sworn officers at the initial salary step earn a monthly salary of $3,255. There is a difference... (more...)
Solano hits a bump in the road
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 22, 2012
Solano College is on a familiar accreditation sanctions road. On Feb 6, Jowel Laguerre, Superintendent/President of Solano College, announced to the campus community that Solano’s accreditation has a few problems which must be resovled. The Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior... (more...)
Solano College president sued former employer
John Glidden, staff writer
February 17, 2012
The Superintendent/President of Solano Community College has sued his former employer, Nevada System of Higher Education, for breach of contract and discrimination in district court. Jowel Laguerre was the Vice-President of Academic Affairs at Truckee Meadows Community College from 2003 to... (more...)
Positions shift in student government
John Glidden, Staff Writer
February 8, 2012
The president of the Associated Students of Solano College resigned from the position in January and was appointed to the Career Tech senate position the following week. Phil McCaffrey Jr., who served as ASSC president for one semester, explained the move saying that he felt could accomplish... (more...)
Safety committee concerned about police staffing
John Glidden, Staff writer
February 8, 2012
The Solano Community College safety committee has expressed concern about the college police being reduced or replaced by outside services. In a memorandum presented to the district late last semester, the safety committee said that the college police force is already underfunded and further... (more...)
