Student Graduation Speaker Finds His Passion

may/june 2014
volume 34, issue 3
SAN JUAN COLLEGE
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Student Graduation Speaker Finds
His Passion and a New Career
The graduate nominated by faculty and selected by the Graduation Committee to represent their class and speak at the
May 10 commencement is Ben Bisland. Ben will receive his Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
W
hen Ben Bisland’s mother suggested he would make a good nurse, the then-15-year-old
was unsure. Instead, he followed in the footsteps of his father and went into construction
and ultimately started his own construction company. As a contractor, the last two renovation
projects Ben completed involved a home healthcare and hospice facilities. That experience
became the turning point in his career. He realized his mother’s vision had now become his
passion. He wanted to make a difference.
With the encouragement of his girlfriend, Danielle Jaramillo, Ben took the placement tests
at San Juan College to help him determine if the field of nursing was a good fit for him. In spite
of suggestions from others that he go into a vocational field, Ben opted to follow his dream
and applied to the School of Nursing. When the letter of acceptance arrived in the mail, Ben
was faced with major decisions. Knowing it would be difficult to work full time and take college
classes, Ben opted to try that for the first year. He ultimately decided that putting his entire focus
on his education and his career was a priority.
Eager to learn and wanting to absorb everything he could about nursing, Ben found
mentors in his professors. “Marsha Brouchard was a nursing instructor and said, ‘she saw the
nurse in me,’” he said. “She gave me so much confidence because of her belief in me. Bonnie
Rung, who has retired from the nursing department, helped me with some personal challenges
and gave me counsel and direction. And Beth Carter, a certified midwife who now works at
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Dorothy Nobis
inside this issue
2 Lt. Governor John Sanchez speaks at Graduation
3 2014 SJC Graduates
6 SJC Hosts Summer Music Festival
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San Juan Regional Medical Center, was a true inspiration with her lectures and her passion for
teaching. It’s inspiring to be around people who truly love what they do.”
“Faculty are a huge part of the curriculum,” Ben said, adding that the partnership between
San Juan College and San Juan Regional Medical Center help make the college’s nursing program
one of the best. “It’s an amazing partnership,” he said, “and to be able to take what I learned
academically and take it to the street is a blessing.”
Ben will continue his education at New Mexico State University on a scholarship awarded to
him by Phi Theta Kappa, where he will work toward his bachelor’s degree. His ultimate goal is to
fly high, however. “My goal is to be a flight nurse,” he said. “I love aviation and I love nursing,
and it would be great to combine the two.”
The path from construction to that of a flight nurse hasn’t been an easy one for Ben.
“Returning to school at age 30 was extremely tough,” he admitted. “It was scary for a full grown
man in his 30s, and I had a lot of questions about my capabilities of doing it. But I made the
sacrifices all college students make (to get a degree).”
“I feel a new sense of purpose now, in my community and my family,” he said. I believe now
I can become a viable resource in my community.”
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FROM THE
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PRESIDENT
Success. Commencement exemplifies the meaning of the
word. Seeing our graduates beam with excitement from their
accomplishments and the pride and joy that is shared by their
family and friends is one of the most rewarding aspects of
being the president of our wonderful college.
I’m proud of each of our students. I applaud the hard
work and dedication that has led them to this milestone. Their
accomplishments will no doubt continue to have a positive
effect on their lives and future. Sharing in this celebration
provides us the opportunity to remember why our students’
success is at the heart of all that we do at San Juan College,
and we take this seriously.
Over the past year, we have worked strategically on
initiatives to improve processes and resources that will
continue to support student success. For example, we have
implemented a three-credit hour Student Success class that
provides first-time students with the tools and skills needed
to succeed, not only in a college environment, but in life.
Based on the nationally recognized On Course
program developed by Skip Downing, students learn
eight key principles that will enhance their ability to reach
their academic and life goals – from discovering selfmotivation and employing interdependence, to accepting
self-responsibility and gaining self-awareness. Students taking
the class are gaining a competitive edge that will serve as a
foundation throughout their educational journey – and their lives.
Life’s challenges can at times create barriers to
learning, but peer mentors and achievement coaches from
our Student Achievement Center help students connect
with college and community resources that can assist with
transportation, childcare, housing or food. Student barriers
are identified early in our new student orientation, so we can
provide help before these barriers trump a student’s chance
for academic success.
Whether students are gaining a new skill set, completing
their first class or graduating with a certificate or degree –
we consider each of these a true success. We share in their
success today, their goals for tomorrow and their vision for
the future. This remains at the heart of all we do.
Dr. Toni Hopper Pendergrass
Lt. Governor John Sanchez to speak at
San Juan College Graduation Ceremonies
N
ew Mexico Lt. Governor John Sanchez will be the
keynote speaker at San Juan College’s graduation
ceremonies on Saturday, May 10.
Lt. Governor Sanchez was elected November 2,
2010, by the citizens of the State of New Mexico. He was
born and raised in Albuquerque, and can trace his public
service roots to his great, great grandfather, who was a
territorial legislator from San Miguel County in 1860.
Lt. Governor Sanchez was previously elected to the
office of Councilman for the Village of Los Ranchos and
also served in the New Mexico House of Representatives.
In 2005, Lt. Governor Sanchez was recognized as one of
the Top 40 Most Influential Hispanics in the country and,
in 2013, he was named to Governing Magazine’s list of
“State Republican Officials to Watch in 2013.”
Lt. Governor Sanchez serves on several boards and
commissions, including the State Board of Finance, the
Military Base Planning Commission, the Mortgage Finance
Authority, the Spaceport Authority, and the Community
Development Council. He is also an active member of the
National Lieutenant Governors Association and currently
serves as the West Regional Chairman and Chairman of
the International Committee.
Lt. Governor Sanchez is a strong supporter of
education and San Juan College. “The future of New
Mexico is emerging powerfully from the classrooms of
San Juan College,” he said. “I believe the future of our
state is bright, and I thank our New Mexico colleges and
universities for helping ensure that today’s students are
prepared for the rising opportunities of tomorrow.”
Lt. Governor Sanchez and his wife, Debra, are the
proud parents of two grown daughters and reside in
Albuquerque.
Lt. Governor John Sanchez
Students Nominated for
All USA Academic Team
S
an Juan College students Seve Tom and Ben Bisland
were recognized for their nomination to the 2104
New Mexico All-State and All-USA Academic Teams during a
ceremony January 29 in Santa Fe during the state legislative session.
Seve Tom was working at a variety of jobs before
the economy took a hit, and he was laid off. In 2012, Tom
enrolled at San Juan College and will receive his Associate of
Applied Science degree as a Medical Laboratory Technician
during graduation ceremonies in May.
“I was inspired by the professors at San Juan College,
who pushed me further than I could have done by myself, and
I’m grateful for them,” Tom said. “When my daughter, Seri,
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was born, I wanted to set an example for her by finishing my
education.”
The first in his family to obtain a degree, Tom plans to
continue his education at the University of New Mexico, and,
ultimately, hopes to do medical research.
Ben Bisland was inspired and motivated by his girlfriend,
Danielle Jaramillo, to get his degree in nursing. In the fall of
2010, he left his own construction company and enrolled at
San Juan College.
He also credits his instructors for encouraging him
throughout his educational journey. “They believed in me
and were always right there to inspire, guide and direct me –
especially in the challenging times,” he said.
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Seve Tom
Ben Bisland
He is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, was named to
the National Society of Leadership and Success, and was
nominated to serve as the student speaker at the 2014
graduation ceremonies. Bisland plans to attend New Mexico
State University on a scholarship and become a flight nurse.
Tom and Bisland were nominated for the All-State and
All-USA Academic Team by San Juan College’s Office of the
President. In addition to evaluating outstanding classroom
achievement, judges also consider how the students apply
their academic, intellectual or leadership skills to benefit
their campus and community.
– By Dorothy Nobis
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Grace H Coleman
Dalton C Ellis
Glendora E Guillen
Kimberly A Hamer
Jessica Jane Harris
Pamela F Hill
Sebastian G Hogue
Christopher Thomas Jones
Bobbi J Lopez
Cheryl Lynn MacKey
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Kymbr Ray Mordecki
Stephanie A Nichols
Katharine Lynn Simmons
Kelly A Stone
Stephanie Storhaug
General Education
Transfer
Emily Renae Adams
Kalie Renee Alley
Betty Ann Archer
Brandy C Armenta
Joseph F Armenta
Monica A Armenta
Brittany K Ashcroft
Rhiannon Nicole Ballard
Brielle L Bedonie
Vanessa T Bedonie
Chelsea Leah Bee
Devon V Begay
Sandra June Begay
Kyle S Begaye
Evangelena Benallie
Courtney J Benally
Henry L Benally
Heather A Bennigsdorf
Paige E Bingham
Adrielle Blackhorse
Michael J Blount
Zachariah Tyler Brooks
Jennie Lee Brown
Evelyn Caramillo
Todd Carlson
Maria Lourdes Cervantes Boyer
Alicia A Chapman
Kelsey Jami’le Charley
Danielle P Charlie
Adrian M Chavez
Emin Irvin Chee
Brittany T Clah
Shelby L Clah
Michael G Clyde
Eugenia D Conrad
Nicholas W Culler
Benjamin J Cynova
Ashley L Dailey
Cornelia D Dale
Delphine A Dan
Rachel M DeHoog
Ryan Taylor Dempsey
Courtney L Dilmore
Jason E Dodd
Karley A Dodge
Daniel E Donaghe
Crystal I Duncan
McKenzie Rae Dunlap
Dustin Thomas Edgar
Kimberly M Elliott
Sharon M Eppard
Liandra Mira Etcitty
Joy J Francis
Stephan Ben Francisco
Sheryl N Gallegos
Janiece Lynn Garcia
Steven L Gerencser
Nicole C Gonzalez
Tasha N Goodman
Holly Marie Gregory
Cody Alan Greybear
Danielle Greyeyes
Debbie K. Griffith
Quinton A Haines
Heather B Halbrook
Erin M Hansen
Jessica J Harvey
William V Hatch
Ian R Hensler
Georgina G Hernandez
Julieta Hernandez
Raymond E Horvath
Jamie Christine Hughes
Twila Odette Hunt
Amanda Faye Husted
Kimberley A Hutchinson
Deyvi A Jaquez
Candace Marie Jim
Alissa Crystal Joe
Laquenta L John
John T Jones
Kala M Judd
Natalie A Keil
Nathan M Kempton
Dylan R Kester
Royce Kinsel
Kody D Lambright
K’Lynn Summer Lameman
Ashlee Emily Lander
Trina R Lantana-Platero
Amanda S Lee
Justina Mae Lee
Chynna S Levaldo
Justin N Lewis
Scylla R Lewis
Morgan Rae Lindsey
Whitney Margaret Louive
Kerry Lyn Lucas
Matthew William Lukow
Hiram J Marrietta
Miguel Jose Martinez
Rick L Martinez
Christopher S McArthur
Jake Ryan McBride
Kaitlynn C Medley
Amanda K Montoya
Cris L Montoya
Lucintia Ariel Nez
Tiffany Lynn Nez
Melanie A Notah
Sylvia A Ortiz-Salazar
Candice N Page
Loraine L Palmer
Anita Ana Perez
Heather Hale Ping
Yohanna N Platero
Mariah Saul Powell
Alice A Rakestraw
Alycia A Raney
Levi E Reece
Jacquelynn M Reed
David F Retherford
Megan M Rodgers
Sienna C Rucker
Tansi Fay Rudder
Valerie D Sais
DesiRae M Sandoval
Jennifer Candelaria Sanisya
Darla D Santillanes
Erik Reno Schultz
Kathleen F Secrest
Carol A Shattuck
Kevin A Shipman
Miranda Lynn Smallwood
Meleri Ann Standing Rock
Charelle Shannon Stanley
Michael T Stickler
Rachel B Talley
Jessica Carolyn Thomas
Patricia L Tom
Seve O Tom
Shannon R Tsinajine
Elphania M Tsosie
Leanne R Ulibarri
Amanda Lee Valencia
Alexis C Vigil
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Dorothiea M Volkerding
Kymberly A Warner
Trisha Marie Waters
Danielle T Weahkee
Liane Cristen Weaver
Melinda Cheryl Ann Wheeler
David G Whitford
Kalee E Wilmer
Marietta P Wilson
Deanna Marie Yazzie
Kyle Reneal Yazzie
Leann K Yazzie
Pamela Yazzie
Rachelle R Yellowman
Brianna J Yepa
Shannon R Zonnie
Secondary Ed Teacher
Alternative Licensure
Stacie Michelle Chambers
James Dee Coulter
Lynlaria R Dickson
Lena L Englehart
Amanda L Garcia
Dawn L Kynast
Harrison Lapahie
Benjamin Lyn Mattson
Kymbr Ray Mordecki
Karen E Small
Melissa R Souers
Matthew Bernard Steinfeldt
Special Education
Alternative Licensure
Stacie Michelle Chambers
Christina Dolphin
Dawn E Elmer
Elisabeth C Hogue
James D Joslin
Leo M McCormick
Michelle L Rhames
Tina L Wilcox
School of Science,
Math and Engineering
Associate of Applied
Science
Horticulture
Heather D Dostaler
Heather J Hill
Daniel A Rhoades
Associate of Science
Biology
Tonia S Becenti
Candice N Page
Martha N Roberts
Tamie N Villasenor
Chemistry
Courtney J Benally
Kelsey Jami’le Charley
Engineering
Malcolm M. Begay
Shayne Benally
Valeria R Benally
Isaac J Blue Eyes
Joy J Francis
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Natasha G Yazzie
Engineering Technology
Destiny Lynn Davis
General Science
K’Lynn Summer Lameman
Geology
Danielle P Charlie
Calvin Johnson
Rick L Martinez
Chorina L Randleman
Mathematics
Isaac J Blue Eyes
Michael G Clyde
Shacie C Murray
Kevin A Shipman
Rosa C Vigil
Pre-Health Sciences
Debralee A Begay
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Paige E Bingham
Kendra Rae Brown
Melanie A Notah
Martha N Roberts
Seve O Tom
Pre-Medical Science
Erica J Francis
Jacquelynn M Reed
Brianna J Yepa
School of Trades
and Technology
Associate of Applied
Science
Auto Body
Shinoahan L Antonio
Garret N Becenti
Alecander Shane Billy
Racheal A Ellison
Jason F Farley
Randell Ryan Harris
Patrick F Jones
Steven R Jones
Jose A Medina
Lyle Silas Saltwater
Tara L Siruta
Edmond Jerry Taylor
Jacob B Yazzie
Automotive Service
Educational Program
Drew F Flansburg
Clayton Wayne Howerton
Jordan T Mattson
Chris Thomas Powers
Cristobal R Reynaga
Matthew Ryan Walker
Automotive Technology
Matthew J Allen
Gerald Omar Benally
Randale J Charley
Darrick D Dickie
Vaughn R Lewis
BIG
Steven Scott Lopez
Jerek J Padilla
Jarvis Royce
Bailon Melvin Salazar
Rosalba Schaff
Cody J Slowman
Colin Jordan Tsosie
Tyrel Wheeler
Building Trades
Leslie D Halliburton
Peter B Kinney
Devon K Lapahie
Lenard W McKenzie
Carlos Redhouse
Jarrett Matthew Vigil
Carpentry
Miranda M Beyale
Breeze Clark
Civil Drafting and Design
Technology
Herby Kevin Johnson
College Automotive
Program
Cody D Banwart
David Lee Dugdale
Blair Everett Rhule
Michael J Schofield
Juan F Tarango
Cosmetology
Richelle L Arviso
Danielle Marie Marshall
Antoinette Julie Sanchez
Hailey Marie Tafoya
Chastity P Yazzie
Diesel Technology
Elijah M Benally
Elliott M Benally
Frederick Sean Blueeyes
Kevin R Charles
Alberta S Henry
Tyrell Roy Jack
Aeron Mykel Karcher
Jeremy A Sherman
Brian S Shindler
Leroy Kee Williams
Andrew D Yazzie
Fire Science
George E Brenton
Andrew Tyler Placencio
Instrumentation and
Controls Technology
Alex M Aguirre
Garyn R Anaya
Tommy C Begay
Mitchell Bigman
Buck W Burkhow
Santiago A Calabaza
Aaron Phillip Carraher
Denver B Dewees
Thelma R Duncan
Caddell B Eaton
Dary Eaton
Christina K Ferguson
Matthew Richard Ficht
Emily J Misseri
David Mark Oppenheimer
Jacob C Patow
James Quinones
Ruel R Randall
Tyke Orrin Schoser
Joseph I Seibert
Glenn Aaron Sudjadi
Karie M Todd
Machine Shop
Technology
Tanner Jacob-Weston Harwood
Erick Scott Morningstar
Patrick R O’Kane
Robert Mason Pryor
Mechanical Drafting
& Design Engineering
Technology
Kelsey Samira-Rose Scott
Police Science
Valerita P Charlie
Toyota Technical
Education Network
Brian Christopher Boney
Francois Raymond Bougeant
Daniel Troy Joslin-Smith
Collette Eva Purcell
ON STUDENT SUCCESS
Graduates 2014
Nathan Daniel Subealdea
Jacob B Welch
Brett Matthew Whittum
Veterinary Technology
Kristen Kron Alves
Elyse M Beard
Heidi C Berry
Monica H Cooley
Morgan B Davis
Aerin M Dittmer
Jennifer D Doswell
Alyn L Dunn
Danyel E Eldridge
Sarah J Erber
Amanda L Friedeck
Jennifer L Gaskin
Kayla D Graves
Audrey Lynn Hendriks
Cheryl L Johnes
Danielle A Lavoie
Amanda Marie Melms
Patricia E Milczarek
Rebecca LP Neff
Kathleen C Newton
Ashley P Norris
Cynthia S Phillips
David L Ramage
Ashley R Sanchez
Hallie Ann Sandberg
Erica V Sauer
Lisa Soldato
Andrea L Trist
Welding
Ronald D Atcitty
Malcolm E Becenti
Brian J Herrera
Bartholomew Humphrey
Lynette E Johnson
Justin Adam Langlitz
Randy Dee Langlitz
Brian T Lee
Joshua D Lovelace
Travis Jay Meikle
Audie A Murphy
Jeremy Tsosie
Tyrel Wheeler
Certificates
Advanced Emergency
Medical Technician
Alarie M Martin
Advanced Welding
Darren Bia
Randy Dee Langlitz
Sergio Quintana
Automotive Refinishing
Shinoahan L Antonio
Garret N Becenti
Alecander Shane Billy
Jason F Farley
Randell Ryan Harris
Jose A Medina
Ryan N Nikulski
Lyle Silas Saltwater
Tara L Siruta
Jacob B Yazzie
Automotive Technology
Electrical, Emissions &
Performance Technician
Automotive Heavy
Line Technician
Light Line Repair
Technician
Matthew J Allen
Gerald Omar Benally
Randale J Charley
Tyrone Dale Chief
Darrick D Dickie
Vaughn R Lewis
Steven Scott Lopez
Jerek J Padilla
Bailon Melvin Salazar
Rosalba Schaff
Cody J Slowman
Colin Jordan Tsosie
Tyrel Wheeler
Barber
Natalie C Escojeda
Joshua Z Sandoval
Basic Firefighting
Isaiah A Bob
Talon Jacob Hamblin
Tyler James Housley
Ross Aaron Leons
Matthew Stuart Pickren
Casey B Rudder
General Welding
Building Trades Finish Carpentry
Framing
Insulation and Drywall
Mark Anthony Munoz
Tyson Steven
Jimmy W Garcia
Sheldon Ryan Yazzie
Chrysler Electrical, Emissions &
Performance Technician
Heavy Line Repair
Technician
Light Line Repair
Technician
Randy Dee Langlitz
Geographic Information
Science Technology
Instrumentation &
Controls Technology
Thelma R Duncan
James Quinones
Machine Shop CNC
Operator
Tanner Jacob-Weston Harwood
Erick Scott Morningstar
Patrick R O’Kane
Robert Mason Pryor
Cody D Banwart
David Lee Dugdale
Blair Everett Rhule
Juan F Tarango
Machine Shop Lathe
Operator
Cosmetology
Machine Shop Mill
Operator
Cheryl E Arellano
Tiffany Nichole Aukerman
Tyler Schea Baker
Theryce Myranda Begody
Nikki M Bethel
Kylie Alexis Eckstein
Natalie C Escojeda
Jeannie L Hensley
Iris Lizeth Hermosillo Contreras
Amber Nicole Holmes
Samantha Mae Jackson
Kashmir R Lever
Alecsis Maree Lobato
Patsy Martinez
Vanessa Marie Pineda
Chelsea Anne Reid
Antoinette Julie Sanchez
Candace D Shelby
Hayley Jordan Summers
Hailey Marie Tafoya
Diesel Mechanic
Heavy Line Repair
Technician
Light Line Repair
Technician
Robert Allen Abernathy
Elliott M Benally
Frederick Sean Blueeyes
Austin J Brookshier
Kevin R Charles
Tyrell Roy Jack
Aeron Mykel Karcher
Michael Alan McDaniel
Jeremy A Sherman
Justin Colby Welch
Domestic Manufacturer
Cody D Banwart
David Lee Dugdale
Jordan T Mattson
Cristobal R Reynaga
Blair Everett Rhule
Juan F Tarango
Domestic Manufacturers
- Automotive Service
Drew F Flansburg
Clayton Wayne Howerton
Chris Thomas Powers
Matthew Ryan Walker
Drafting - One Year
Program
Kelsey Samira-Rose Scott
Esthetician
Dakota B Coolidge
Kaleigh D Huff
Ashley Renee Ward
Rachael Ryan Ward
General Motors Electrical, Emissions &
Performance Technician
Heavy Line Repair Technician
Light Line Repair Technician
Drew F Flansburg
Clayton Wayne Howerton
Jordan T Mattson
Chris Thomas Powers
Matthew Ryan Walker
Tanner Jacob-Weston Harwood
Erick Scott Morningstar
Tanner Jacob-Weston Harwood
Erick Scott Morningstar
Patrick R O’Kane
Robert Mason Pryor
Manicuring/Pedicuring
Kristy K Shepherd
Non Structural Collision
Repair
Shinoahan L Antonio
Garret N Becenti
Alecander Shane Billy
Jason F Farley
Randell Ryan Harris
Jose A Medina
Lyle Silas Saltwater
Tara L Siruta
Jacob B Yazzie
Police Science
Nick A Adejite
Justin M Ahlgrim
Manasseh Cody Begay
Erich F Cole
Jeremy R Decker
Amy Leann Demar
Brittany Nicole Faverino-Johnson
Mitchell L Goins
Jose Miguel Gutierrez
Benjamin Michael Irving
George Edward Joy
Patrick Largo
Robert Shawn Lewis
Jon R Lillywhite
Donald Michael MacMullin
Carlos Martinez-Venegas
Billy Allen Merrifield
Tommy Max Miller
Orlando Moreno
Cody Wayne Moulder
Daniel Andreas Narvaez
Arnold Joseph Noriega
Martin James Olsen
Kairo Ortez
Kevin Bruce Petty
Angela Louise Prince
Arthur A Rahimi
Zachariah D Ream
Angelique J Rodriguez
Richard J Russom
Robert W Smith
Calvin Coy Tayler
Melvin Joseph Torivio
Michael W Wells
Structural Collision
Repair
Shinoahan L Antonio
Garret N Becenti
Alecander Shane Billy
Racheal A Ellison
Jason F Farley
Randell Ryan Harris
Lyle Silas Saltwater
Tara L Siruta
Jacob B Yazzie
Toyota Electrical Emissions &
Performance Technician
Heavy Line Repair
Technician
Light Line Repair
Technician
Brian Christopher Boney
Francois Raymond Bougeant
Daniel Troy Joslin-Smith
Collette Eva Purcell
Nathan Daniel Subealdea
Jacob B Welch
Brett Matthew Whittum
Toyota Technical
Education Network
Francois Raymond Bougeant
Daniel Troy Joslin-Smith
Collette Eva Purcell
Nathan Daniel Subealdea
Jacob B Welch
Brett Matthew Whittum
Veterinary Assistant
Carmen V Abascal
Jazmin Nicole Acosta
Kristen Kron Alves
Jennifer Wilson Anderson
Danielle R Bailey
Alison Moreen Bejar
Heidi C Berry
Aaron Joseph Brenner
Heather Nicole Brennison
Monica H Cooley
Mary Kay Dagovitz
Raven Rose Dawson
Jamie Ann Del Ponte
Stacey Denomme
Jennifer D Doswell
Ricardo Dean Encinias
Ashley Ann Fick
Rebecca Elizabeth Fraenkel
Julie Carolyn Frank
Amanda L Friedeck
Rachel Ann Garza-Mitchell
Jennifer L Gaskin
Tracy Alyson Haas
Anna Harkins
Audrey Lynn Hendriks
Michelle Stephanie Herrera
Margaret Lynn Howard
Kimberley L Huwe
Brittnie Marie Isaac
Annaliesa N James
Cheryl L Johnes
Amy Catherine Marie Johnson
Sandie M Johnson
Lynda Sue Jones
Bobbijo Marie Kosko
Jane E LaCava
Tabatha E Lansing
Melissa Duggins Lester
Michelle Ann Linton
Natalie M Maurer
Amanda Marie Melms
Kiley Jo Michels
Patricia E Milczarek
Lisa Moen
Denise Montoya
Cherlynn R Moore
Lindsey Beth Moyer
Nancy Marie Mulvihill
Rebecca LP Neff
Kathleen C Newton
Ashley P Norris
Janice Gail Parker
David L Ramage
Rebecca Jane Reis
Susannah M Richardson
Wendy Estelle Rittenhouse
Mercedes Janet Rivera
Lisa M Sagan
Hallie Ann Sandberg
Kimberly Pitchford Sannes
Kara Jacqueline Schaffer
Michelle Renee Sertich
Ashley Morgan Shetley
Lindsay Anne Simmons
Cathy A Simonini
Shannon Louise Slocum
Michelle Charlton Smith
Lisa Soldato
Kristy Anna Staudenmaier
Keeli A Tebeau
Madison Paige Thomas
Heather Anne Tower
Andrea L Trist
Nicole Joanne Turchik
Fall, 2013 Bachelor of
Science in Elementary
Education
Amanda Delicia Albo
Anna Andersen
Lacey A. Fitzgerald
Miranda Kathleen Revesz
Anna Marie Schroth
Florence Storey
Fall, 2013 Bachelor of
Liberal Arts
Lea Crawford
Shelly Emslie
Fall, 2013 Master of Public
Administration
Bernice Gonzalez
Spring, 2014 Bachelor of
Arts - Psychology
Gary L. Bales
Amber R. Begay
Nicole R. Ford
Phillip Francisco
Denise Huegler
Mari Manuel
Spring, 2014 Bachelor of
Arts – Dance
Joab Maestas
Spring, 2014 Bachelor of
Arts – Sociology
Darnell Daniels
Spring, 2014
Bachelor of Business
Administration
Vanessa Vicenti
Marena Lane Tsingine
Spring, 2014 –
Bachelor of Science in
Elementary Education
Colleen Martinez
Lore Mize
Pamela Tallman
Spring, 2014
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Tina M. Sanchez
Spring, 2014
Bachelor of University
Studies
Ruth Cain
Michael Combs
Glenda Mary Hardy
Kathryn Hunter
Cory J. Lee
Spring, 2014 – Master of
Arts in Education –
Elementary
Devin Bozzelli
Amanda Lynn Champany
Mary E. Durfey
Melissa S. Hughes
Rita McGrath
Dana Marie Murray
Spring, 2014 – Master
of Arts in Educational
Leadership
Sherry Paxson
Spring, 2014 – Master in
Public Administration
Lou Barber
Amanda Jacquez
Spring, 2014 – Master of
Accounting
Carl R. Hopper
Summer, 2014
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Daniel Capehart
TaraAnn Martin
Summer, 2014
Bachelor of
University Studies
Ashley Phillips
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ON STUDENT SUCCESS
Super Summer!
Graduates 2014
Bachelor of Business
Administration
Landon Grant
Martina Lewis
Roberta Noble
Sarnal Onon
Diana Reyes
Jillian Sandoval
John Sherman
Evelyn Yazzie
Bachelor of Arts
Criminal Justice
Studies
Brandy Garcia
Dennis Groblebe
Travis Hemingway
Marita Tache
Bachelor of Science
Nursing
Cheryl Pinto
Bachelor of Arts Early
Childhood Multicultural
Education
Molly Bottom
Heather Fernandez
Larissa George
Bachelor of Arts
Elementary Education
Sharlene Kennedy
Megan Rodgers
Bachelor of Arts Special
Education
Penny Nakai
Scott Reid
Bachelor of Arts
Psychology
Bachelor of Social Work
Albert Avery
Harrison Dokey
Jenilee Haney
Elise Martinez
Daicia Mestas
Brittany Montoya
Laverne Nakai
Sydney Nez
Kim Peshlakai
Sarah Rubow
Veronica Sorrellhorse
Dionna Tippeconnie
Gregory Yellowman
Master of Arts in
Education Educational
Leadership
Ora Begay
Nicole Crowe
Marisa Meraz
Karley Noriega Villanueva
Kristen Ockerman
Ruth Babcock
Robert Lopez
Mary Mundahl-New
James Olivas
Master of Arts in
Education School
Counseling
Samantha Davis
Kimberly Thornton
Master of Arts in Education
Professional Counseling
Candice Kitts – Skinner
Master of Arts in
Education Rehabilitation
Counseling
Karen Georgina
Master of Arts in
Education Special
Education
Willeen Bennally
Megan Lucas Denise Pierro
Michelle Rhames
Gene Ulrich
Michael Wanger
Tashina Wilson – Yazzie
Master of Business
Administration
Claudia Avila
Lauren Fisher
Shaundiin Whalawitsa
Master of Social Work
Anjeanette Bekis
Barbara Bradshaw
Loni Carlisle
Heather Huntsman
Jerrald James
Laura Olaniyi
Cheryl Smiley
Sadie Smith - McDaniel
IN THE COMMUNITY
Kids Kollege
T
hey’re called things like “Messy, Messy Art,” “Math Maniacs,” “Pinteresting Preschool,”
and “Science of Cooking.”
They’re some of the classes that will be offered at the Kids Kollege, which begins June 9 and
runs through August 1 at San Juan College.
There will be 200 such classes, for students ages 4-16, that will focus on a theme of “Super
Summer.” The mission of Kids Kollege is to “provide young people with exciting learning opportunities that allow students to explore, expand and experience areas of interest,” explains Liesl
Dees, director of the Community Learning Center at San Juan College.
“We hope that all of our classes provide exciting learning
opportunities and incorporate fun, which is perfect for learning in the summer,” Dees adds.
Kids Kollege offers a wide variety of classes and, this
year, offers additional classes for the pre-teen age group.
“We love to see kids enjoy learning in a fun and educational environment,” says Lucy Haber, assistant director of
the Community Learning Center.
Most classes for ages 4-11 meet from 1-2:50 p.m.
and from 3:10-5 p.m. at the main campus, with trained runners moving students between the classes. Kids Kollege Kamps
for various ages and for ages 12-15 meet in the mornings, which
include some off-campus classes. Classes range from free to
between $39-$129.
Kids may be registered at the Community Learning
Center (Room 1911 in the West Classroom Complex) or online. A parent or guardian must sign a waiver, provide the
child’s Social Security number or your San Juan College ID
number for registration.
For more information, to register online, or to see
a class schedule, go to www.sanjuancollege.edu/
kidskollege, or call the Community Learning Center at
566-3214.
San Juan College Hosts Summer
Music Festival 2014, Bringing
World Music to the High Desert
J
The Jackie Greene Band
La Santa Cecilia
am-out this summer with rockin’ music when San Juan College hosts Summer Music Festival 2014, Bringing World Music to the
High Desert.
The second annual event promises a star-studded lineup including La Santa Cecilia, The Jackie Greene Band and Sihasin.
Fresh off their 2014 Grammy Award for Best Latin Rock Album of the Year, La Santa Cecilia brings an upbeat hybrid of Latin
rhythms. Their influences range from Miles Davis to The Beatles, Zepplin to Janis Joplin and Mercedes Sosa to Ramon Ayala.
The Jackie Greene Band brings years of performing experience alongside world renowned artists such as B.B. King, Taj Majal,
Government Mule, and The Grateful Dead members Bob Weir and Phil Lesh. In 2013, he joined the Black Crowes on their world tour
and was selected as an official member of the Crowes. In 2014, Jackie refocused on his solo career and is now touring once again
with the The Jackie Greene Band and working on an upcoming new solo album.
Another headlining group at the 2014 Summer Music Festival is Sihasin, from Flagstaff, Arizona, a native, rock, punk, world
music, brother and sister duo that has found critical acclaim with their new album, Never Surrender. In 2013, Sihasin won the Best
Rock category at the Indian Summer Music Awards.
The festival will be held Saturday, June 21, in the Learning Commons Plaza at
San Juan College’s Farmington campus. The festival is a family friendly event with a
children’s area and kid’s activities 2 to 6 p.m. Opening at 2 p.m., the festival will kick
off with San Juan College’s Super Rock Combo, led by Dr. Keith Cochrane. Food and
drinks will be available to purchase at the festival.
Advanced ticket prices for the Summer Music Festival are available through
June 20. Advanced tickets are $6 for students with student ID, seniors 60-plus,
and children 13-17; $8 for San Juan College staff and faculty; and $11 for general
admission. Children, ages 0-12, are free with the purchase of an adult ticket.
The day of the event, tickets are $10 for students with a student ID, seniors
60-plus, and children 13-17; $12 for San Juan College staff and faculty; and $15 for
general admission.
Vendor booths are available for all non-food vendors. For more information
about booth availability, tickets or general information about the event, call the
Student Activities office at 505-566-3403, visit the website at www.sanjuancollege.
edu/summermusicfest or like the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sjcmusicfest.
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S
an Juan College Music Professor, Dr. Keith Cochrane,
will
retire August 3, after 21 years of service. Since 1993, Cochrane
has touched San Juan College and the community with his gift of
music. He was instrumental in organizing over 200 concerts and
various educational outreach clinics in area schools. In 1999, Cochrane
started the San Juan College Orchestra, that continues today. Cochrane
was recently honored with the Annabelle Friddle Outstanding Educator
Award for his enthusiasm and dedication to students and community music
lovers. He was also the recipient of the President’s Mission Award and
the Golden Sun Award. His talent will be missed. Please join us for the
following tribute concerts:
music
San Juan College Concert Band
May 2, 7 p.m.
Little Theatre
Dr. Keith Cochrane bids adieu to San Juan College with the (almost) Last Hurrah concert
with the San Juan College Concert Band. Repertoire for the concert is chosen from the
best of Dr. Cochrane’s shows from the last 21 years. The show will feature a public
school band director guest conductor, a featured student soloist, a work written by the
esteemed Scott Ramsey, the 1812 Overture, the comedic work entitled The Worried
Drummer, and more. All of the hundreds of band members that have played with the
band over the last two decades have been invited to play in this final regular season
concert. Tickets: $8 adults, $6 students and seniors. Information: San Juan College Box
Office, 505-566-3430.
San Juan College Big Band and Rock Combo Concert
May 9, 7 p.m.
Performance Hall
The San Juan College Big Band closes it’s season with featured trumpet player Matthew
Leder. Leder teaches trumpet at Northern New Mexico College, holds a master’s degree
in performance and is in high demand as a jazz clinician and soloist. The band performs
jazz classics such as Miles Davis’ Four, as well as rock classics such as the Beatles’
Norwegian Wood. Join the San Juan College Big Band and Dr. Keith Cochrane in his
final San Juan College jazz performance. Tickets: $8 adults, $6 students and seniors.
Information: San Juan College Box Office, 505-566-3430.
San Juan College Summer Band
Begins June 11, 6 p.m.
San Juan College Music Department, room 9210
Musicians of all ages are invited to play in the San Juan College’s Summer Band program,
which begins Wednesday, June 11, at 6 p.m., and will meet through August 3. The band
will rehearse each Wednesday, from 6 to 9 p.m. They will perform a concert on Sunday,
June 29, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, August 3, at 7 p.m., at Brookside Park amphitheater.
Allowances are made for family travel plans. The class can be taken for credit or noncredit. High school students can register for non-credit classes through the Community
Learning Center by calling 566-3214. Those who are taking the class for credit must
have earned their high school diploma or GED, and may register for MUSI 180-001 online
at www.sanjuancollege.edu, in Admissions or at the first rehearsal.
Information: Dr. Keith Cochrane, 566-3386, or cochranek@sanjuancollege.edu.
San Juan College Summer Orchestra
Begins June 24, 6 p.m.
San Juan College Music Department, room 9210
Share your musical expression with the San Juan College Summer Orchestra, which begins
Tuesday, June 24, at 6 p.m., and will meet through July 29. The orchestra rehearses each
Tuesday, from 6 to 9 p.m. They will perform a final concert with guest artist Eve Fleishman
on Tuesday, July 29, at 7:30 p.m. in the San Juan College Little Theater. The schedule is
relaxed and allows for family summer travel plans. The class can be taken for credit or
non-credit. Register for non-credit classes through the Community Learning Center by
calling 566-3214. Those who are taking the class for credit must have earned their high
school diploma or GED, and may register for MUSI 184-001 online at www.sanjuancollege.
edu, in Admissions or at the first rehearsal.
Information: Dr. Keith Cochrane, 566-3386, or cochranek@sanjuancollege.edu.
San Juan College Company Summer Performances
Catch the sounds of “Company” at the following events:
May 10, 2 p.m. – Bloomfield Days at Salmon Park
May 24 & 25, 12:30-2 p.m. – Riverfest – Berg Park
May 31, 10:30 a.m. - Noon – Aztec Fiesta Days at Minium Park
May 31, 3-5 p.m. – Wines of the San Juan
June 14, TBA – Bloomfield Balloon Fest
July 4, TBA – Brookside Park in Farmington
July 5, 1:30 - 3 p.m. – Freedom Days Ice Cream Social – Children’s Museum
July 12, 6 - 8 p.m. – Gateway Museum
July 19, 6 - 9 p.m. – Street Rodders Show, Downtown Farmington
Dr. Keith Cochrane
art shows
Nick Blaisdell
Now – May 30
Henderson Fine Arts Center Gallery
Artist Nick Blaisdell will exhibit an array of fine stoneware pottery in an exhibit titled
One of a Kind. Self employed as a production potter for 43 years, now semi-retired,
Nick finds himself creating the pots he always dreamed of making. Nick’s work can be
found in galleries in Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Michigan and Texas. Information: Cindy
McNealy, 505-566-3464.
Lane Wood – Nine Generations of Family Artistry
May 8 – June 6
Humanities Balcony Art Gallery
Nine generations of the Wood family will exhibit an array of art in an exhibit titled Nine
Generations of Family Artistry. Join us for an opening reception, Thursday, May 8, from
3 to 5 p.m. Information: Cindy McNealy, 505-566-3464.
Marilyn Campbell
June 6 – June 27
Henderson Fine Arts Center Gallery
Lifelong painter Marilyn Campbell will exhibit an array of multimedia pieces in an exhibit
titled Life is Art and Art is Life. Join us for an opening reception, Friday, June 6, from 5
to 7 p.m. Information: Cindy McNealy, 505-566-3464.
Deion Tsinigine
June 12 – July 3
Humanities Balcony Art Gallery
Artist Deion Tsinigine will exhibit an array of drawings. Deion was a student artist that
was featured in the Native Youth art camp. Join us for an opening reception, Thursday,
June 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. Information: Cindy McNealy, 505-566-3464.
chautauqua
Rafael Chacon, by Dr. Enrique Lamadrid
May 16, 7 p.m.
Little Theatre
Capitan Rafael Chacon was a witness to the most significant events in the formation
of modern New Mexico, from the U.S. invasion of 1846 to wars and battles in the
Southwest to statehood in 1912. Free. Information: Box Office: 505-566-3430.
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INFORMATION 505-326-3311
Now – July 28
Kids Kollege – Register now through July 28 Summer Kids
Kollege offers a variety of classes for youngsters ages four through
15. Seven, one-week sessions will be held June 9 – August 1.
Registration instructions and a class schedule are available at
www.sanjuancollege.edu/clc. Returning students may register
online. Information: Community Learning Center, 566-3214.
Now – May 30
Nick Blaisdell Art Show – Henderson Fine Arts Center Art
Gallery. Information: Cindy McNealy, 505-566-3464.
May 9, 7 p.m.
San Juan College Silhouette Series – San Juan
College Big Band and Rock Combo Concert.
Performance Hall. Tickets: $8 adults, $6 students and seniors.
Information: San Juan College Box Office, 505-566-3430.
May 9, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.
AstroFriday – Tour of Mars. Stargaze follows at 9:30
p.m., weather permitting. Seating is limited. SJC Planetarium
room 1723. Free. Information: David Mayeux, 566-3361, or
mayeuxd@sanjuancollege.edu.
May 10, 9 a.m.
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may/june, 2014
May 31, 10:30 a.m. – Noon.
June 14, TBA
San Juan College Company performance – Aztec
Fiesta Days. Minium Park.
San Juan College Company performance – Bloomfield
Balloon Rally.
May 31, 3 – 5 p.m.
June 18, 10 – 11 a.m.
San Juan College Company performance – Wines of
the San Juan. Blanco.
June 6, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m.
AstroFriday – The Flight of Apollo 11: The Eagle
Has Landed. Stargaze follows at 9:30 p.m., weather
permitting. Seating is limited. SJC Planetarium room 1723. Free.
Information: David Mayeux, 566-3361, or
mayeuxd@sanjuancollege.edu.
June 6 – June 27
San Juan College Graduation – SJC Learning Commons Plaza. Marilyn Campbell Art Show – Henderson Fine Arts Center
Art Gallery. Opening reception, Friday, June 6, from 5 to 7 p.m.
May 10, 2 p.m.
San Juan College Company performance - Bloomfield Information: Cindy McNealy, 505-566-3464.
Days. Salmon Park.
June 11, 10 – 11 a.m.
Starry Days Planetarium Show – Windows on Mars:
May 16, 7 p.m.
Art & Architecture. Video presentations for small groups
San Juan College Chautauqua Series – Rafael
and
families followed by a short sky show. Seating is limited. San
Chacon by Dr. Enrique Lamadrid. Free. Little Theatre.
Juan
College Planetarium, room 1723. Free. Information: David
Information: SJC Box Office 566-3430.
Mayeux, 566-3361, or mayeuxd@sanjuancollege.edu.
May 19
First Day of Instruction – Summer Session 1.
May 23 – 10 a.m.
San Juan College Sungaze – See sunspots, prominences,
flares and other daytime astronomy. San Juan College Courtyard
located in front of the Little Theatre. Free. Information: David
Mayeux, 566-3361, or mayeuxd@sanjuancollege.edu.
May 24 and 25, 12:30 – 2 p.m.
San Juan College Company performance - Riverfest.
Berg Park.
June 11, 6 p.m.
San Juan College Summer Band rehearsal begins.
SJC Band room 9210. Musicians of all ages are invited to play.
To sign up or for further information: Dr. Keith Cochrane, 5663386, or cochranek@sanjuancollege.edu.
June 12 – July 3
Deion Tsinigine Art Show – Humanities Balcony Art
Gallery. Opening reception, Thursday, June 12, from 3 to 5 p.m.
Information: Cindy McNealy, 505-566-3464.
June 20, 10 a.m.
San Juan College Sungaze – See sunspots, prominences,
flares and other daytime astronomy. San Juan College Courtyard
located in front of the Little Theatre. Free. Information: David
Mayeux, 566-3361, or mayeuxd@sanjuancollege.edu.
June 24, 6 p.m.
San Juan College Summer Orchestra rehearsal
begins. San Juan College Band room 9210. To sign up or
for further information: Dr. Keith Cochrane, 566-3386, or
cochranek@sanjuancollege.edu.
July 4
Independence Day – Campus closed.
July 4, TBA
San Juan College Company performance – Brookside Park.
July 5, 1:30 – 3 p.m.
San Juan College Company performance – Freedom
Days Ice Cream Social. Children’s Museum.
July 12, 6 – 8 p.m.
San Juan College Company performance – Gateway
Museum.
Information
May 26
Memorial Day – Campus closed.
Art Gallery Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Closed weekends and July 1 to August 1
566-3464
Starry Days Planetarium Show – Windows on Mars:
Music. Video presentations for small groups and families
followed by a short sky show. Seating is limited. San Juan College
Planetarium, room 1723. Free. Information: David Mayeux, 5663361, or mayeuxd@sanjuancollege.edu.
See Library Website for Summer Hours: Box Office Hours: www.sanjuancollege.edu/lib and click on “About the Library,” Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
and then on “Library Hours.”
566-3430
566-3249
Art Gallery, Box Office and Performance Hall are located in the Henderson Fine Arts Center.
San Juan College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetics or veterans’ status, or on the basis of any other category
protected under federal or state law, in regard to admissions, employment, programs and activities. Inquiries should be directed to 505-566-3215.
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