Conversations on the N-word: The N-word debate
Ryan Tucker, Staff writer, Mark Jensen, Online editor
May 15, 2013
Ryan Tucker, staff writer Mark Jensen, Online editor Words are powerful. They can uplift, inspire, and encourage you to do great things. For all the positive things words can do, they can just as quickly be used negatively or ignorantly. This negativity is perfectly personified in the word “n*gger.” “The... Read more »
Art enthusiasts still have a chance to add a class
Becky Smith, Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
Adds are still being accepted for Art 008, Principles of 3D Design, CRN# 11911. The class begins Feb. 11, and is held Mondays and Wednesdays 1:30 p.m. to 5:10 p.m. Art 008 , Principles of 3-D Design, explores the realms of three-dimensions in our world, through creating small sculptures that focus... Read more »
Scc is going green
Mark Jensen, Online Editor & Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
Solano wants to go green, and much like the 49er bandwagon jumpers, they want you to climb aboard. In an effort to minimize trash output and help out the environment the school will be adding recycling bins to campus. Local organizations will be partnering with SCC in an effort to educate the campus... Read more »
Seminars to help veterans
Shaianna Rincon, Staff Writer
February 8, 2013
Solano Community College is hosting five separate Veteran seminars during the spring semester. At these seminars students can fine-tune their study skills, time management, and even test your anxiety. Snacks will be provided. Seminars will be held Thursdays: Feb. 28, March 28, April 25, and May 9, in... Read 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 they were... Read more »
Spotlight on Solano athlete: James Givens, guard
Ben Gogna, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2013
James Givens is a guard for the Solano Community College Falcons. Givens grew up in Fairfield and graduated from Fairfield High School in 2007. Alan Iverson, ex Philadelphia 76ers, was his favorite athlete growing up, but eventually it became Lebron James, Miami Heat, because Iverson retired. What brought... Read 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 of proposed... Read more »
Solano men demolish Napa 73-49
Ben Gogna, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2013
The Solano Falcons (9-13, 4-7 BVC), on the road, come home with an easy win against Napa Storm (4-16,2-9 BVC) 73-49 Friday night. “We played a great game tonight,” Emmanuel ‘Manny’ Gabriel said. “It’s good to see our team finally come around and play to our full capability.” This... Read more »
SCC holding seminars for Vets
January 25, 2013
Solano Community College is hosting five separate Veteran seminars during the spring semester. At these seminars students can fine-tune their study skills, time management, and even test your anxiety. Be curious, open-minded, and bring questions. Snacks will be provided. Seminars will be held Thursdays:... Read 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 to... Read more »
