Author: Mark Rummel

Alumni Spotlight: Christina Parraghi

Current or most recent title and employer?
Office Manager of Croswell Tire & Towing 

How did SC4 help prepare you?
SC4 provided me with the foundation of classes to further pursue my degree at a university. I loved working on the old radio station 91.3 “The Bluewater’s only Alternative Radio” and actually remember hosting an event where a lanky flat-top hair Kid Rock came and performed at SC4 cafeteria years before he became famous!

What do you like most about what you do professionally?
All of my past career and work experiences have prepared me to handle the many different challenges and daily responsibilities that I encounter as a manager. I also realize that it’s important to never stop learning new skills but the most important skill is attitude and keeping a positive outlook for each new day!  

Did you transfer on and earn other degrees? If so, what degrees and from where?
Transferred to Western Michigan University, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree.

Alumni Spotlight: Cora Dewan-Smith

Current or most recent title and employer?
Property Manager with Village Green

How did SC4 help prepare you?
SC4 helped me save a lot of money during my undergrad. I was originally a science major, and my last semester I took two business courses that really made me realize I had to change my path.

What do you like most about what you do professionally?
Every day is different in the multi-family housing industry. I am able to help people find their homes.

Did you transfer on and earn other degrees? If so, what degrees and from where?
Yes, I earned a BBA from Northwood University focusing on hospitality and franchising.

SC4 announces 2023 summer camps

St. Clair County Community College (SC4) will host a variety of athletics and STEM-based camps this summer.

Camp offerings include:

  • Galaxy Quest STEM Summer Camp for learners in grades 3-8
  • Basketball Camp for learners in grades 5-12
  • Basketball Shooting Camp for learners in grades 5-12
  • Cross Country Camp for learners in grades 5-12 
  • Esports Camp for learners in grades 5-12
  • Soccer Camp for learners in grades 5-12
  • Softball Camp for learners in grades 5-12
  • Volleyball Camp – Advanced for learners in grades 8-12
  • Volleyball Camp – Beginners for learners in grades 4-7
  • Volleyball Camp – Defensive Specialist for learners in grades 7-12
  • Volleyball Camp – Hitters and Setters for learners in grades 7-12
  • Wrestling One-Day Clinic for learners in grades 5-12 
  • Additional camps may be offered!

The Galaxy Quest STEM Summer Camp will incorporate hands-on science and nature fun. Campers will engage in experiments, nature exploration, immersive space simulations in the Challenger Learning Center at SC4 and more.  

All athletic camps take place in the SC4 Fieldhouse, except for softball at Marysville Park, soccer at Morton Park in Marysville and the Esports in SC4’s Fine Arts Building. Camps are led by SC4 coaches and student-athletes.  

“These camps provide a wonderful opportunity to learn from collegiate coaches, athletes and experts,” said SC4 Athletic Director Dale Vos. “We expect these camps to fill fast and look forward to welcoming youths to camp this summer.” 

For more information regarding dates, times and to register, visit sc4.edu/camps. Email experiencecenter@sc4.edu with questions related to the STEM camp. Send questions regarding the athletics camps to athletics@sc4.edu or (810) 989-5662.

Alumni Spotlight: Mathew King

Current or most recent title and employer?
Sheriff, St. Clair County

How did SC4 help prepare you?
Earning my associate degree in criminal justice helped prepare me for my job as a Police Officer and later a Sheriff’s Deputy.

What do you like most about what you do professionally?
I like being able to positively impact the community that I live in.

Did you transfer on and earn other degrees? If so, what degrees and from where?
No