San Jacinto College, Capital IDEA Houston team up to train mariners San Jacinto College and Capital IDEA Houston are co-recipients of a Port Houston grant to train future maritime workers. The goal of the grant is to train 25 individuals in maritime logistics. Eligible students will take three courses and after successful completion are prepared for an entry-level training position alongside a...

By Andrea Vasquez The Aspen Institute has once again named San Jacinto College a national Top 5 institution among more than 1,100 community colleges nationwide. The College received the Finalist with Distinction designation May 18 at the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence virtual award ceremony. “Receiving this honor clearly says we put students first,” said Dr. Laurel...

By Courtney Morris/Photos courtesy of Maria Johnson When it came time to do a final cosmetology group project, no one raised eyebrows when Christly Guedry, Maria Johnson, and Andrea Morales picked each other as teammates. The three students had teamed from the moment they started the San Jacinto College Cosmetology Operator Program at the South Campus last fall. “We’re always...

By Melissa Trevizo Houston-based energy company Occidental (Oxy) recently awarded 12 scholarships to San Jacinto and Houston Community College students and invited them to participate in a year-long immersive program to prepare them for the workforce. “I appreciate the time Oxy took to carefully select me for this wonderful scholarship,” said Irasema Jimenez, instrumentation student....

By Courtney Morris/Photos by Courtney Morris Carlene Ashworth had never considered massage as a tool for relieving post-traumatic stress disorder. But visiting the Center for the Intrepid, the American Legion Auxiliary national president saw massage therapy helping veterans who were recovering from burns, limb trauma, and amputations. After ending her ALA service, she knew she couldn’t...

By Andrea Vasquez Intentional listening is perhaps one of the greatest strengths Dr. Eddy Ruiz brings to the table. As San Jacinto College’s newly named assistant vice chancellor for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), he’s been busy making his rounds across the College’s five campuses and in various Zoom meetings, getting to know his new colleagues and gaining insight into the...

By Andrea Vasquez Have you ever wanted to try your hand at pottery? What about learning a new office software? Thinking about buying a motorcycle and need the license to ride? Or maybe you’ve been wanting to enter a new career field or add a new certification to your current professional expertise.  San Jacinto College Continuing and Professional Development (CPD) can help you achieve...

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July 3-5: Independence Day-College closed Site: All campuses and online classes July 6: Pathways to Careers workshops begin Time: TBD Site: North and Central Campuses; Visit sanjac.edu/pathways-careers July 8-9: Summer Camp: Exploring Industry Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. & 1-4 p.m. Site: Central Campus; Visit sanjac.edu/summer-camps July 12-16: Summer Camp: Pathway to the Stars...

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By Courtney Morris/Virtual manipulative images courtesy of Nathanial Wiggins When Dr. Nathanial Wiggins worked for a tutoring center, he used manipulatives to help students grasp concepts. Hands-on activities, he found, inspired critical thinking better than static images and text. Years later, the San Jacinto College distinguished professor of engineering and mathematics has developed a...

By Courtney Morris Dr. Roger Watkins knew it was time for San Jacinto College to offer a cloud computing degree when job listings began exploding. “When you’re seeing that many jobs out there, it is a growing area,” said Watkins, South Campus department chair of business and computer technology services. To prepare students for this expanding tech field, San Jac is launching a...

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By Andrea Vasquez Like many college students in 2020, Veronica Capozzoli struggled with completing her classes online due to COVID-19. As a hands-on learner, a biology dissection lab online presented its challenges. But she met them head on, just as she has with any obstacle that’s stood in her way. In Aug. 2020, she accomplished something that she never imagined would be possible- she...

At San Jacinto College, our mission is to ensure you succeed and to empower you to achieve your goals, redefine expectations, and explore new opportunities.  With eight career pathways, you can equip yourself with the training and tools to succeed in a career, find your place in the world, and pursue the life you’ve always wanted. If you plan to earn an associate degree and transfer to a...

By Melissa Trevizo Student support services at San Jacinto College offer students many resources to help them be successful on their college journey. In addition to academic services, students are also eligible to access wrap-around services relating to socio-economic and mental health issues. Tanesha Antoine, dean of student support services, has been able to pull educational planning,...

STUDENT SUPPORT Accessibility Services – Accommodations may be available to students with a documented disability. Apply for accommodations at sanjac.edu/accessibility. Café Meal Assistance Program – This program allows students to purchase meals up to $8 at any campus café location. Go to sanjac.edu/engage for more information. Career Services – Explore your career options and...

Registration now open for Fall 2021 Classes Start August 23 Central Campus 8060 Spencer Highway Pasadena, Texas 77505 North Campus 5800 Uvalde Road Houston, Texas 77049 South Campus 13735 Beamer Road Houston, Texas 77089 Maritime Campus 3700 Old Hwy. 146 La Porte, Texas 77571 Generation Park Campus 13455 Lockwood Rd. Houston, Texas 77044 281-998-6150 | sanjac.edu...