Aspen Institute recognizes San Jac as Finalist with Distinction The Aspen Institute named San Jacinto College a Finalist with Distinction for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, ranking the institution as one of the top community colleges in the nation, out of more than 1,100 community colleges. Aspen recognized San Jac’s commitment to helping students succeed through...

As hurricane season approaches, taking proactive steps can help minimize risk and loss for Gulf Coast small businesses. San Jacinto College’s Ali Shah, emergency management director, and Deanna Clark, manager of records management, share basic preparation tips. What initial steps should business owners take to prepare for hurricane season? Shah: Ensure your business has the proper insurance...

Three … two … one … liftoff! On Nov. 4, the ground shuddered as the SpaceX rocket roared off the launchpad at Kennedy Space Center. What made the sight even more spectacular to Marcus Pitre, Maheen Bukhari, and Amna Qureshi — sitting on bleachers at the nearest viewing site — was knowing their science experiment was aboard. Competitive edge In fall 2023, a year earlier, 52 San...

Cheers erupted from the NRG Stadium stands and floor May 16 as San Jacinto College certified its spring 2025 graduates. Approximately 2,900 San Jac students earned certificates and associate degrees, with 1,900 walking across the stage to accept their diplomas. The ceremony marked new beginnings for many — from parents seeking better careers to support their families to dual credit graduates...

San Jacinto College Online, the College’s newest campus, will launch in fall 2025. The virtual campus represents a major shift in how the College will support online students, offering a streamlined, consistent learning experience across all virtual courses. The College first considered launching the virtual campus all at once, but after reviewing enrollment trends and early planning in...

For Ravens softball player Emily Garcia, the path to higher education was made possible through athletic opportunity and financial support. In her third year at San Jacinto College, Emily has found an academic and athletic home, thanks to the Promise @ San Jac Scholarship. Recruited to San Jac's softball program by coaches Kelly Saenz and Kelsey Walters, Garcia carefully considered her college...

Robin Torres felt lost, alone. Not only was El Paso 800 miles from family, but hospitals nearby had begun setting up portable morgues. Life in fall 2020 was fragile. But Torres couldn't give up. And reflecting on his family’s sacrifices, he wasn’t about to. “I'm a bit stubborn,” he said. Discovering medical path Growing up in Detroit, the son of immigrants, Torres trusted that life...

Thinking about shifting your career into high gear? San Jacinto College's Toyota Technician Training and Education Network program might be just the ticket. At San Jac, you don't just learn how to turn a wrench. You get hands-on experience with the cutting-edge technology that powers modern vehicles while building connections with local dealerships. Just ask recent graduates Jayden...

Community colleges have long served as pillars in the community, contributing to workforce development, skills training, flexible learning, and the local economy. Launching its fourth bachelor's degree in spring 2026, San Jacinto College provides innovative pathways for students seeking advanced education. "San Jacinto College aims to drive economic growth by transforming lives through...

San Jacinto College has been awarded the Education Champion Award as a part of the 41st annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards. This award honors the College’s commitment to service learning and its impactful community service initiatives that provide students with hands-on experiences while benefiting the local community. The volunteer awards are presented by OneStar Foundation in partnership...

This spring, San Jacinto College's North Campus welding program collaborated with the North Gallery for "Reigning Fire No. 2: Industrial Art Showcase," featuring creations from metal sculpture and art metals welding courses. Welding instructor Emily Choate welcomes experienced artists, welders, and newcomers alike: "Even if you don't call yourself an artist, this class is still for you. A basic...