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Salt Lake Community College’s Gender & Sexuality Student Resource Center (GSSRC) honored the national Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) on Nov. 20 with a presentation and an unveiling of a monument to recognize and support transgender members of the SLCC community.  The quote, “How many years has it taken people to realize that we are all brothers and sisters and human beings in the human race” by Marsha P. Johnson was suggested by Professor Anthony Nocella and chosen by President Deneece Huftalin. The quote will be engraved on a rock in the courtyard of South City Campus, along with a bronze plaque placed nearby that reads: “In recognition of our transgender students, faculty, and staff.” Students, faculty, and community members all gathered to not only honor the lives lost to anti-transgender violence and discrimination, but to celebrate those lives as well.  “We are all sisters and brothers. We are all connected. We all matter. And we want to make sure our transgend...

  Culinary Art Club Officers A pinch of this and a squeeze of that with the right ingredients, patience and a whole lot of love; the byproduct of raw materials can become an exquisite meal. The Salt Lake Community College Culinary Club does not only invite folks—whether in the culinary program or not--to join the club, they opened their doors to everyone to participate in their events, and Spooky Bites was no exception. Burnt Ends (flavorful pieces of meat) Spooky Bites, an annual event hosted by the Culinary Club brings camaraderie and a joyful ambiance, as strong as the aromas coming from the food. A competitive event where participants showcase their culinary skills by creating food to be shared amongst attendees. A celebration that was once strictly for culinary students was opened to all SLCC community to attend and participate. “Opening the opportunity to all people to participate, not just to those in the cooking and baking track, would allow people to showcase their talen...

  Dr. Deneece Huftalin recently announced that she will retire as president of Salt Lake Community College after ten years of service in this role. As of her retirement date, June 2024, she will have been one of the longest serving female presidents in the Utah’s System of Higher Education (USHE) and will have completed a career that expands more than 30 years at Utah’s largest two-year college.     “I am incredibly proud of the journey we’ve undertaken together to strengthen student success, create a more inclusive environment and serve as a model for colleges nationwide in affordability, innovation, equity, and commitment to mission,” said Huftalin, who has overseen the growth of SLCC’s campuses from six to nine campus locations to increase geographic accessibility.     She has helped state leadership understand the pivotal role of community colleges in Utah. For students, she focused on increasing educational opportunities, bolstered college readiness, levera...

      " Courage cultivated in the military isn't confined to the battlefield; it's a mindset that extends into every aspect of life. One habit born from the ethos of courage that I still uphold is facing challenges head-on. In the military, embracing difficult situations with courage and determination was crucial, and this habit persists in my daily life ." -Kam Howell Name: Kam Howell Current title: Director of HVAC Military branch: Army (5) and National Guard (5 years) Years served in the military: 10 Kam Howell, an Army veteran and SLCC alum, is no stranger to serving others in his job. He previously served the United States of America and now serves Salt Lake Community College as the Director of Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC). Kam's military career of a decade included serving in two military branches, the Army and the National Guard, where he obtained immeasurable professional and personal experience. At 22, Kam packed his bags and embar...

To kick off Native American Heritage Month, Salt Lake Community College hosted a storytelling event with Larry Cesspooch, a contemporary Native American storyteller. The event was held Nov. 8 in the Student Event Center and was sponsored by the Student Writing and Reading Center, Arts and Cultural Events and the Publications Center. Larry is a respected figure and a spiritual leader in the Ute community. He grew up on the Uintah and Ouray Ute Reservation in northeastern Utah and served in the U.S. Navy as a Radioman. He attended the Institute of American Indian Arts and the Anthropology Film Center and uses all forms of media to tell his stories, including film, music and lectures. “Everybody has a story. And our people have many stories,” Larry told the audience. “Story is passed down knowledge of where we came from, how we came to be.” Larry is known for his ability to weave history, culture and humor into his tales, connecting the past with the present within his narrative. His stor...

Thank you to all who participated in the 2023 Halloween Costume Contest.  The winners are: 1 St   place:  A Dark Angel - Jason Shearer (Adjunct Instructor) 2 Nd   Place: The Cast of Bob the Builder (From Left to Right) Kamsi Nnah, Dalton Davis, Caleb Prusso, Cameron Houston, Michael Tshibangu, Kaylee Milliner (SLCC Facilities and Moving Crew) 3 rd   place: The Body -  Angie Glauser (Exercise Science) Winners may pick up their prizes from PWC. Thanks! Leialoha Pakalani Senior Director, People and Workplace Culture  

Name: Sean Stetson Pronouns: he/him Residence: Rose Park, Salt Lake City  Major: Journalism and Digital Media Academic goals: I plan to get my associates at Salt Lake Community College this spring, and then transfer to the University of Utah in the Fall of 2024.  Dream job: I am manifesting that more professional sports come to Utah so I can either be a beat reporter or even a broadcaster. Plan B: I will still find a way to be involved in some capacity to my dream job.  Why higher education: I really wanted to just learn as much as I can about everything to do with journalism. Why SLCC: It was just there. Easy and accessible and I’m so grateful for that.  What motivates you or inspires you at school or in life: My wife Wendy Brown, the best appellate public defender for the state of Utah I know (I am very biased).  She’s the smartest and hardest worker and she makes me want to be a better person every single day.  Meaningful life or career lessons y...

Last week, Salt Lake Community College's Tanner Forum on Social Ethics welcomed distinguished speaker Dr. Robert Glennon, a leading authority on water policy. Dr. Glennon is the author of two books, including the New York Times bestseller, Unquenchable. He was a professor of law and public policy at the University of Arizona and much of his work has shaped the policy debate around the water crisis in the United States. Dr. Glennon’s presentation offered an exploration of the challenges faced by the region as well as the ethical considerations that come into play when addressing these issues. In his address, Dr. Glennon emphasized the urgent need to reevaluate our approach to water management, as the West grapples with recurring droughts, groundwater depletion and a growing demand for this finite resource. “We're entering the era of reallocation where we have this giant milkshake glass, and everyone has a straw in it. And we absolutely have to say no more straws. It is the trage...