Free Tuition Programs

SC4 is joining the governor in making SC4 tuition-free to qualifying students.  Students may qualify for several programs to attend SC4 tuition-free, including the most recent program for 2024 high school graduates.

The state of Michigan budget now includes an opportunity for 2024 high school graduates to attend SC4 tuition-free.  The tuition support program, together with the direct admission to SC4 for high school graduates in St. Clair County, provides the most efficient path in the state of Michigan to college credits and a career path.

The SC4 Financial Aid Office is ready to assist each person with exploring options, identifying required steps and evaluating qualifications for tuition programs.  The state of Michigan has several programs to help students pay for college.  The SC4 Financial Aid Office is able to navigate the programs and help each student maximize program participation.

SC4 participates in federal and state of Michigan programs for tuition support such as Reconnect (students age 21+), Pell, Tuition Incentive Program, Michigan Achievement Scholarship and more.

Contact SC4 Financial Aid for program details. Financialaid@sc4.edu

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

SC4 Summer Camps

It’s not too late to sign up for summer camps at SC4! SC4 offers a variety of camps, ranging from Esports to Galaxy STEM camps. This is the chance for students of all ages to take part in innovative learning opportunities and unforgettable sports coaching.

Jessica Smith, organizer of the SC4 STEM camps, reported, “We have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from sessions that have recently ended.  Spots are still available for camps running in July and August.”

Dates for SC4 camps:

Basketball

Grades 5–12

July 15–16

Cross Country

Grade 5–12

July 29–31

Esports

Grades 5–12

July 29–31

Galaxy STEM

Grades 3–5

July 15–16

Grades 3–5

July 22–26

Grades 3–5

August 1–2

Volleyball

Grades 4–7

July 23–25

Grades 8–12

July 23–25

Grades 7–12

July 26

You can find more information about summer camps and other events at SC4 here

Image attachment: SC4 Basketball Camp Participants: Weston R. and Kyle S.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

Fall Semester Classes

Now is the perfect time to sign up for fall classes at St. Clair County Community College.

SC4 offers hundreds of courses in 40 different disciplines. There are options for students pursuing nursing, criminal justice, management, graphic design, and many more.

SC4’s registrar, Carrie Bearss, has the following to say about the college’s fall offerings: “SC4’s fall semester class schedule includes courses for everyone. We offer outstanding occupational programs in wide-ranging disciplines from health sciences to engineering technology.”

She continued by saying, “Thousands of local students start their bachelor programs by taking one to two years of classes at SC4 before transferring to a four-year college or university. And for community members looking to take a class for fun or self-improvement, the college has many unique courses, such as BUS 130: Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship and PHL 168: Philosophy of Food.”

New and returning students can apply here. Current students can register via their Service Center accounts. Appointments with student advisors can be scheduled on the advising page.

Offered classes and schedules can be viewed on the scheduling page.

Fall classes have varied start dates; the fall semester begins Monday, August 19.

Contact the enrollment services office at (810) 989-5500 or enrollment@sc4.edu for information and registration assistance.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

Michigan Reconnect Program

The State of Michigan has recently updated the guidelines for the Michigan Reconnect program. Previously, only Michigan residents who were twenty-four or older were eligible for the program. Now, anyone who is twenty-one or older qualifies. 

Michigan Reconnect is a last-dollar scholarship program that pays for students to attend a local community college tuition-free for in-district residents and a reduced tuition rate for out-of-district residents. This scholarship applies to both associate degrees and certificate programs at SC4.

“Michigan Reconnect is a wonderful opportunity for students looking to return to college,” said Sarah Rutallie, chief of staff at SC4. “Extending the age range to twenty-one and older provides the opportunity for more members of our community to pursue an education.”

More information about the Michigan Reconnect program can be found at www.sc4.edu/reconnect.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

Juneteenth Celebration Success

SC4 hosted the community event A Taste of Heritage, Freedom, and Unity on June 19. The event was a remarkable success, with over seven hundred members of the community joining in a proud celebration of African American culture.  

President Kramer responded, “SC4 is committed to providing opportunities for learning and reflecting. Juneteenth 2024 was a collaboration by SC4 with several local entities to be present today through knowing our yesterday. SC4 is here for everyone to succeed.”

Attached image: SC4 President Kirk Kramer, SC4 Nursing Instructor Kevin Watkins and Jessica Brown, SC4’s Chief Diversity Officer.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

Juneteenth Celebration

SC4 is collaborating with the Port Huron community to host the 3rd annual Juneteenth celebration, A Taste of Heritage, Freedom, and Unity, on Wednesday, June 19, at the St. Clair County Community College Student Center from 12–4 p.m.

This event honors African American contributions to our nation’s culinary culture and celebrates the spirit of freedom and unity. This will be a live-tasting exhibit that traces the delicious African American foods that have contributed to our nation’s culinary culture. African Americans have inspired our country’s food for over four hundred years through their skill, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Black foodways have shaped much of what we farm, cook, and drink.

Jessica Brown, SC4 Chief DEI Officer, commented on the event. “Juneteenth is a celebration of progress despite the most painful parts of history.” She added, “There is still more work to be done; we want everyone to join in celebrating this wonderful American history. We are better together and honor our ancestors, which paved the way for me to celebrate this day. We want meaningful action and support to empower our community to stand in unison, which is something we all want to overcome.”

Event Highlights:

  • Free Live-tasting Exhibit: Guests will trace the culinary journey from Africa to Jamaica, showcasing the rich history that has shaped American cuisine.
  • Cultural Showcase: Attendees will experience live music, dancing, networking opportunities with restaurateurs, live storytelling, and spoken word performances from local activists, musicians, and dancers, showcasing the vibrancy of African American heritage.
  • Food and Drinks: Attendees will enjoy signature drinks and African/Black cuisine from local and neighboring community restaurants, including Chef Chris Catering, Elle Symone Catering & Events, Daylicious Drinks and Treats, Jamaican Jerk, Southside Sweets, Yum Village, Baobab Fare.

Alphonso Amos of AAmos Consulting had this to say regarding Juneteenth, “Juneteenth is more than a day of celebration; it is a testament to the enduring strength and resilience of the African American spirit. On June 19, we honor the moment when freedom was finally proclaimed in Texas, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. We reflect on the profound struggles and triumphs of our ancestors during the Reconstruction era, who, against all odds, sought to reunite families, build communities, and reshape our nation. Juneteenth is our second Independence Day, a day to remember that the journey to justice and equality continues. When we celebrate, we gather in unity and hope as we carry forward the legacy of those who never gave up, embracing our past and forging a future where freedom truly rings true for all.”

This event is presented in partnership with St. Clair County Community College, Port Huron Branch NAACP, St. Clair County Organizing for Regional Equity (SCCORE), The Port Huron Museum, The City of Port Huron, Black Lives Matter Port Huron, the International Council of Community Churches, the Diversity Initiative of St. Clair County, and AAmos Consulting Group.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

SC4 MCCAA Athletic Awards

The Michigan Community College Athletic Association (MCCAA) Region XII has announced its list of SC4 baseball, softball, and golf athletes who received awards for this past season.

The following were recognized:

  • Baseball
    • Joseph Parinello
      • MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable mention
    • Grant Bombe
      • MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable mention
    • Hunter Filber
      • MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable mention
  • Golf
    • Colin O’Dean
      • MCCAA All-Eastern Conference Team
    • Tyler Simpson
      • MCCAA All-Eastern Conference Team
  • Softball
    • Sarah Fantin
      • All-MCCAA, First team All-MCCAA Eastern Conference, NJCAA Region XII All-Region Team
    • Natalie Sauer
      • All-MCCAA, First team All-MCCAA Eastern Conference, MCCAA Eastern Conference All-Freshman Team, NJCAA Region XII All-Region Team
    • Natalie Douglas
      • Second Team All-MCCAA Eastern Conference
    • Alexis Perrin
      • Second Team All-MCCAA Eastern Conference
    • Brandi Bassett
      • MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable Mention
    • MaKynna Saltzman
      • MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable Mention
    • Carley Kalbfleisch
      • MCCAA Eastern Conference Honorable Mention

For more information, please see the following links:

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

SC4 Golf Classic

The annual SC4 Golf Classic will be held on Friday, June 21st, at Marysville Golf Course. The registration cost for the four-person scramble is $125 for individuals or $500 for a team. Please note that registration is limited to the first 28 teams to register, and all proceeds will go to support the SC4 Athletics Department. For those interested in further donations, several sponsorship levels are also available. For details on registration, event schedule, and sponsorships, please visit https://stclair.nbsstore.net/golf-classic

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu

Anchor Bay School District and SC4 Collaborate to Encourage Post High School Education

Anchor Bay School District and SC4 are working together to eliminate a step to enroll at SC4. Anchor Bay High seniors will automatically be admitted to SC4 without needing to complete a college application. Eliminating the application step for high school graduates streamlines the transition from high school to college including encouraging early access to scholarships, advising, and college services.

Beginning with the high school graduating class of 2024, student data from Anchor Bay School District will be entered into the SC4 data system to permit students to activate an SC4 account and immediately begin enrollment steps for the Fall 2024 college semester.

“Anchor Bay is excited to offer our students the ability to continue their education at SC4 through Direct Admissions. We look forward to working with SC4 to create a pathway to higher education for all of our students. This is an incredible partnership that will provide countless future opportunities for our students in the future,” said Phil Jankowski, Anchor Bay School District Superintendent.

“SC4 and Anchor Bay School District have collaborated to create a seamless path for all students to have access to higher education. Every student is deserving of the chance to succeed and the commitment of Anchor Bay School District and SC4 is a positive example of public education working together for families and students,” said Kirk Kramer, President of SC4.

The program of automatic admission to SC4 is at no cost to students or the school. Students are not required to enroll. The program includes all students graduating from Anchor Bay High School.

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SC4 Men’s Soccer Head Coach Announcement

SC4 Director of Athletics Dale Vos has named Brian Alumbaugh as head coach for the newly formed SC4 men’s soccer team. Alumbaugh, an SC4 graduate with nearly ten years of coaching experience, was selected for the position following a national search.

“I am very excited to have Brian join the staff and lead in the building of our new men’s soccer team,” Vos said. “I have great confidence in Brian’s ability and impressive resume to be able to lay a strong foundation and build something special at SC4 and within the MCCAA.”

Alumbaugh played two years of Division I soccer for Long Island University. He then transferred to Michigan State University to complete his bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and coursework in coaching. After this, he continued playing for an additional year as a graduate transfer to Robert Morris University. After his time at Robert Morris, Alumbaugh transitioned to coaching. He has coached high school club teams worldwide, including teams in New Zealand, Norway, Ohio, and Michigan. Alumbaugh was also an assistant and interim head coach at Muskingum University from 2017–2019 where he received his master’s degree in adult education.

Alumbaugh is currently the recreation director at the Rochester Soccer Club and runs the Elite 100 College ID Camps, which he founded in 2022.

“This is a very unique opportunity to be able to help start the soccer team from scratch and I’m excited to get in there, get some guys, and build this program into something special,” said Alumbaugh.

The SC4 men’s soccer team will start their first season in Fall 2024.

For more information on the SC4 men’s soccer team, please contact Coach Alumbaugh at bjalumbaugh@sc4.edu.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff, at srutallie@sc4.edu