World Food Movement Pilot Launches at Evergreen Valley College
The San José–Evergreen Community College District (SJECCD) Foundation, in partnership with World Food Movement, is proud to launch
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Honoring a Legacy of Learning: The Earl Echelberry Memorial Scholarship
Inspired by his father’s belief in supporting the grassroots of education, Toby Echelberry established the Earl Echelberry Memorial Scholarship at Evergreen Valley College and San José City College to help students pursue their academic and creative goals.
San José City College Alum’s Journey from Refugee to Philanthropist
After surviving a perilous journey as a Vietnamese boat person, Dan Pham found a new beginning at San José City College. Now a successful engineer, he has established an endowment to provide the same “lifeline” of support to the next generation of underprivileged students.
Empowered to Lead: Pratham Tated’s Path to Advocacy
A former Student Trustee at San José-Evergreen Community College District and current Pister Scholar at UC Santa Cruz, Pratham Tated is proof that student leadership and academic excellence go hand in hand.
Paving the Path to Nursing: Meet Katrina Green
A first-generation graduate and recipient of the Santa Clara Family Health Plan scholarship, Katrina Green is transforming her Associate in Science into a career of service as she pursues her dream of becoming a nurse.
Geraldine Polvos: A First-Generation Student’s Path to Becoming a Clinical Social Worker
As a first-generation student navigating college without a roadmap, Geraldine Polvos found her direction at San José City College, transforming a 2015 scholarship into a career dedicated to healing others.
Creating Access Where Barriers Once Existed: Dr. Misty Stroud’s Commitment to Student Opportunity
Dr. Misty Stroud, Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs at San José City College, believes education should serve as a pathway to opportunity rather than a system students must struggle to navigate. Through the Women in STEM Scholarship and the Single Parent “Rising While Raising” Scholarship, she is helping remove barriers and expand access for students.
Silicon Valley Clean Energy Supports Regional Electrification Workforce Pipeline
Silicon Valley Clean Energy has committed $45,000 to support scholarships for students in San José City College’s Trades Orientation Program, strengthening the regional pipeline of workers entering the electrification workforce.
San José City College Opens New Career Education Complex and Announces Ribbon Cutting Celebration
San José City College has opened its new Career Education Complex, a state-of-the-art facility designed to support workforce training and student success. A community ribbon cutting celebration is scheduled for April 15, with sponsorship opportunities available to support student scholarships.