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SC4 Hosts Wolverine Invitational Wheelchair Basketball Tournament

SC4 is hosting the fourth annual Wolverine Invitational in collaboration with the University of Michigan. This weekend-long event will feature twelve teams from throughout the United States and Canada, including the University of Arizona, the University of Wisconsin Whitewater and Eastern Washington University. All games are free and open to the public.

Fans will have a chance to meet some of the best adaptive sports athletes in the world, including some who recently returned from the Paralympic Games in Paris.

The invitational begins on Friday, Oct. 4, at the SC4 Fieldhouse and continues all weekend through the championship game at noon on Sunday, Oct. 6. The SC4 Skippers will take on the U-M Wolverines in a main court feature game on Friday night at 8:30 p.m.

Fans are asked to bring non-perishable food items or hygiene products to support the Skip’s Pantry on the SC4 campus.

Tournament details and a full listing of teams can be found at https://rsvp.umich.edu/event/WolverineInvitational/summary.

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

SC4 Hosts Third Annual Naturalization Ceremony 

The SC4 Fieldhouse was the host site for a naturalization ceremony on Tuesday, September 17. The event was in conjunction with Constitution Day activities, which are held annually on campus as part of a Department of Education requirement for students. This is the third year SC4 has worked in collaboration with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services team to host a naturalization ceremony. The ceremony is the culmination of the naturalization process to become a U.S. citizen, which can take several years to complete. This year’s ceremony welcomed one-hundred and fifty new U. S. citizens from forty-two different countries.  

“SC4 knows that a strong and vibrant community is essential to the success of the entire region. Whether you are an SC4 Student, a local elementary schooler visiting the Challenger Center, or just starting your journey as an American, SC4 makes it a priority to provide opportunities for everyone to grow,” said U.S. Senator Gary Peters. “I’m proud to be a partner in their efforts, and I join them in congratulating and welcoming these newest American citizens to Michigan.”  

SC4 strives to produce excellent academic minds as well as students who are actively involved in their community. By providing opportunities like the Constitution Day celebration and naturalization ceremony, the college works to equip students to engage in their community, workplace and academic institutions.

“Becoming a citizen in the United States is more than an abstract discussion at SC4,” said SC4 president Kirk Kramer. “It is an experience witnessed through a general naturalization ceremony on our campus. We celebrate with the new citizens of the United States and cherish hosting the event on our campus. At SC4, educational opportunities extend into events and activities which bring classroom discussions to life.” 

An overview of ceremony details and a recording of the event can be found at https://sc4.edu/today-i-am-an-american/.

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

SC4 Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration

SC4 is hosting its annual Hispanic Heritage Day Celebration—Juntos Podemos, Together We Can! This event is a recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month and an appreciation of Hispanic culture. Food will be included, and participants will enjoy speakers, cultural fashion and special entertainment from the band Los Estrellas Se Oro.  

“The Hispanic Alliance of Southeast Michigan (HASM) is proud to partner with SC4 for their Hispanic Heritage Month celebration,” said Maggie Toole of HASM. “It is our duty as leaders of the local Hispanic community to educate the public about our diverse cultures and honor the history and traditions that make up who we are today. We invite anyone who is interested in learning more about HASM or about Hispanic culture in general to come and celebrate with us.” 

SC4 chief diversity officer and senior advisor Jessica Brown, who organized the event, added, “National Hispanic Heritage Month is a national recognition of the culture, contributions and heritage of Hispanic Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America. Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. I am proud that SC4 is part of this amazing celebration!  We will continue to make this a long-standing tradition. This is American history, and I look forward to everyone coming together to celebrate.”

The event will be held in the SC4 College Center Atrium on October 3 from 6–7:30 p.m. For more information, please visit https://sc4.edu/event/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-juntos-podemos-together-we-can/.

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

SC4 Recognized as a Gold-Status Veteran-Friendly School by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency

The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) has recognized SC4 for its dedication in supporting military-connected learners by awarding the college its highest Veteran-Friendly Schools (VFS) honor: Gold Status.

The VFS program was launched by the MVAA in 2015, and ranks academic institutions on the services offered in support of active-duty, Veteran, and military-connected learners. Schools can earn bronze, silver, or gold status.

“SC4 is proud of the services we offer our military-connected learners. It’s our honor to serve those who have served our country, as well as their spouses and children,” said Carrie Bearss, Registrar.

Niall Farley, SC4’s Veterans Services Coordinator, added, “We are delighted to be recognized as a VFS Gold Status school. I encourage all military-connected students to utilize the services offered; we are here to help!”

SC4 offers a variety of services to military-connected students, including a dedicated academic advisor, education benefit assistance, priority registration and a Veterans Lounge, where military-connected students can utilize study spaces, computers with printer access and snacks. A complete listing of SC4’s services can be viewed on the VFS dashboard at michigan.gov/mvaa.

For media inquiries, please contact one Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff /Senior Vice President, at srutallie@sc4.edu