Category: Community

SC4 Cinema Celebrates Black History Month with Special Film Series

PORT HURON, Mich. — St. Clair County Community College (SC4) will honor Black History Month with a powerful lineup of films at SC4 Cinema, celebrating Black artistry, storytelling and cultural impact. The featured films highlight music, sports, resilience and history through compelling cinematic experiences.

The series includes:

“Amazing Grace” is an Aretha Franklin concert film shot in a church at the live recording of her gospel record of the same name. Filmed in 1972, technical and legal challenges kept it unseen for nearly 40 years. It’s a powerful film of music and soul that showcases the legendary Detroit singer at the absolute height of her talent, spirit, and power.

“Love and Basketball” is a film about a competitive boy and girl who grow up as friends loving the sport. Can they balance their basketball dreams with their relationship as they get older? This classic drama from Gina Prince-Bythewood is a sensitive and crowd-pleasing blend of sports and romance.

With “Creed,” Ryan Coogler, the Oscar-nominated director and writer of “Sinners” and “Black Panther” made a bold and exciting early-career feature with a sequel to the “Rocky” movies. By focusing on the son of that character’s rival hoping to follow in his footsteps, he finds fresh perspective. A powerhouse performance from star Michael B. Jordan centers an exciting boxing story that builds real emotional heft in the drama between matches.

Last year’s Best Picture Oscar nominee “Nickle Boys,” based on the novel by Colson Whitehead, follows a boy mistakenly sent to a juvenile detention camp in the South during the 1960s. A story of struggle and perseverance, director RaMell Ross gives it a unique first-person perspective that matches its deeply empathetic storytelling with exciting filmmaking craft.

“Black History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the depth, creativity and impact of Black voices in film,” said Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff at SC4. “Through SC4 Cinema, we are proud to provide our campus and community with meaningful stories that inspire reflection, spark conversation and honor the cultural contributions that continue to shape our world.”

Film dates, showtimes and ticket information are available at www.sc4cinema.com. Community members are encouraged to attend and take part in this month-long celebration of powerful storytelling and cinematic excellence.

SC4 employees posing in SC4 cinema shirts at the SC4 cinema at sperrys lobby

SC4 Celebration Commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

St. Clair County Community College invites all members of the community to join in celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the production of “The Color of Freedom.” This free, family-friendly celebration will portray several riveting vignettes that will capture significant moments that have impacted the lives of African Americans.

“It is a profound honor to commemorate the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” said Kirk Kramer, President of St. Clair County Community College. “Dr. King devoted his life to advancing peace, freedom, and equality, challenging us to rise to our highest ideals. SC4 is honored to welcome back Mrs. Debra McNair as she directs the powerful stage production, The Color of Freedom, which invites us to reflect on our shared past, confront our present, and envision a future defined by unity, justice, and collective progress.”

The Martin Luther King Jr. event at SC4 has been a celebratory event on campus for decades. SC4 serves the community through educational events such as this one to reflect, remember, and inspire.  This free event is open to all and will take place on Monday, January 19, at 6 p.m. in the SC4 Fine Arts Theatre.

St Clair County Community College (SC4) was founded in 1923 and is the only public higher education institution in the thumb of Michigan. SC4 is a comprehensive community college that provides certificates and degrees for employable skills and college credits that can be transferred to a four-year college or university. The college provides collegiate arts and athletics for the area and has been an asset for students and the Port Huron community for over one hundred years.   

NBA Veteran Monte Morris Visits Nike Basketball Camp at SC4

NBA player Monte Morris made a special appearance at the Nike Basketball Camp hosted at St. Clair County Community College (SC4), bringing excitement and inspiration to over 40 young athletes. The camp, operated by former SC4 Skipper and professional basketball player Kieon Arkwright, offered a week filled with high-level drills, instruction, and motivational sessions.

Kieon Arkwright, founder of Game Like Sports Group, collaborates with Nike and professional athletes to deliver elite training experiences. His leadership at the SC4 Nike Camp provided campers with a unique opportunity to learn from top-tier talent and gain insight into the mindset of professional athletes.

Monte Morris, an eight-year NBA veteran from Flint, Michigan, currently plays for the Phoenix Suns. His visit included meeting with campers, sharing his journey from Michigan to the NBA, and encouraging the next generation of athletes to pursue their dreams with discipline and determination.

In addition to the camp activities, Morris and Arkwright were welcomed by community members and treated to a scenic tour of Lake Huron and the St. Clair River. The SC4 executive team also had the opportunity to meet with Morris, highlighting the college’s commitment to fostering community engagement and youth development.

SC4 continues to be a leader in educational and athletic opportunities in the region, offering a variety of summer camps that bring high-level talent and enriching experiences to local residents.

St Clair County Community College (SC4) was founded in 1923 and is the only public higher education institution in the thumb of Michigan. SC4 is a comprehensive community college that provides certificates and degrees for employable skills and college credits that can be transferred to a four-year college or university. The college provides collegiate arts and athletics for the area and has been an asset for students and the Port Huron community for over one hundred years.   

Image: SC4 Executive Team Pictured with Monte Morris and Kieon Arkwright: (left to right) Dr. Pete Lacey, President Kirk Kramer, Monte Morris, Sarah Rutallie, Kieon Arkwright, Becky Gentner, Spencer Hazlewood and Dr. Mike Belleman

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff/ Senior Vice President, SC4, at srutallie@sc4.edu 

SC4 Hosts US Sports Nike Basketball Camp

St. Clair County Community College is proud to host the US Sports Nike Basketball Camp from Monday, July 7 to Thursday, July 10 in the SC4 Fieldhouse. This is an opportunity for basketball players aged 8-15 of all skill levels to elevate their basketball performance. The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills, and enhance their skill set at the post, wing, or guard position.

Camp Director and Trainer, Kieon Arkwright, CEO of Gamelike Sports Group, expressed his excitement to the SC4 team about being able to offer these camps. He sees the opportunity as his way of “giving back and showing the love I have for SC4, the community, and what it’s done for me. I wanted to make sure I was involved, and the community had a chance to be a part of it.“ Mr. Arkwright is an SC4 alum and shared about his impressive career and collaborations with franchises such as the Denver Nuggets, Nike, Jordan Brand, 24 Hour Fitness, Boardroom, and is the founder and CEO of Gamelike Sports Group. You can read more about his journey from his feature on the SC4 blog at https://blog.sc4.edu/news/kieon-arkwright-professional-basketball-and-giving-back-to-sc4/.

Highlights of the camp include a daily emphasis on fundamentals, position training, drills, and scrimmages. Players will also take part in in-depth discussions of basketball principles, style of play, and player tendencies. Lastly, each participant will receive a Nike Basketball Camp t-shirt and have the opportunity to win other prizes.

For registration and additional camp details, visit https://www.ussportscamps.com/basketball/nike/nike-basketball-camp-port-huron-michigan

To see other summer camps SC4 is offering, visit https://sc4.edu/camps/.  

St Clair County Community College (SC4) was founded in 1923 and is the only public higher education institution in the thumb of Michigan. SC4 is a comprehensive community college that provides certificates and degrees for employable skills and college credits that can be transferred to a four-year college or university. The college provides collegiate arts and athletics for the area and has been an asset for students and the Port Huron community for over one hundred years.   

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff/ Senior Vice President, SC4, at srutallie@sc4.edu