Two Jaguars Named Semi-Finalists for One of the Nation’s Most Prestigious Transfer Scholarships

San José City College students Ganna Zgama and Owen Trelles have been named semi-finalists for the 2026 Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship — one of the most competitive transfer awards in the country. Their selection is a reflection of the grit, leadership, and heart that define the Jaguar spirit.

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A group of six women in traditional Vietnamese Áo dài dresses receive certificates from a group of officials on a stage, celebrating an event.

San José City College Vietnamese Student Association Honored at Congressional Ceremony

Congressman Ro Khanna hosted the Congressional Honoring Day for Vietnamese Americans in San Jose, recognizing 50 years of community contributions across the Bay Area. Among the honorees was the San José City College Vietnamese Student Association.

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At San José City College, a New Building Reimagines the Work of Learning

San José City College’s new Career Education Complex marks a significant moment of reinvention for the campus. Designed as a flexible, light-filled hub for career learning, the building brings together advanced labs, student support, and civic space, reflecting the evolving role of community colleges in Silicon Valley.

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Dr. Cervantes speaking to students

The Long Road to Healing: How a SJCC Alumnus Found His Calling in MedicinE

Dr. Armando Cervantes, a San José City College alumnus, shared his inspiring journey from advertising to medicine with students at the MESA Center. Now practicing medicine in San José, he encourages future healthcare professionals to embrace persistence, find their purpose, and remember that “you plus a little bit of motivation equals success.”

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