Category: Community

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 

SC4 to Host Annual Job Fair on April 29, 2025

SC4 is pleased to announce its annual Job Fair, scheduled for Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event will be held at the SC4 Fieldhouse, located at 400 Erie Street in Port Huron.

The SC4 Job Fair offers a valuable opportunity for job seekers to connect with a diverse array of employers seeking qualified candidates across various industries. Attendees will have the chance to meet directly with recruiters, learn about available positions, and explore potential career paths.

“We are always excited to host this event,” said Jessica Smith, Executive Director of Business Services at SC4. “The Job Fair serves to connect talented individuals and employers, fostering connections that benefit the community.”

The event is open to students, alumni, and the public. Admission is free, and no advanced registration is required. Attendees are encouraged to dress professionally and be prepared for on-the-spot interviews. Job seekers are encouraged to visit the SC4 job fair webpage at www.sc4.edu/jobfair  to view current job listings and employers who are registered for the event ahead of time. It is also recommended that you complete the short survey to tell us more about you and your career interests.

Employers who want to register for the event can still do so by visiting https://stclair.nbsstore.net/2025-sc4-job-fair. For any questions or concerns, please contact Luke Jolly, SC4’s Auxiliary Services and Apprenticeships Coordinator, at ljjolly@sc4.edu.

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

Explore STEM on March 15 at SC4’s Annual STEM Fest

St. Clair County Community College will be celebrating science, technology, engineering and mathematics on Saturday, March 15 with STEM Fest.

STEM Fest provides a day of hands-on exhibits focused on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Encouraging young innovators to explore STEM and opportunities in STEM available at SC4. The free event features 100 unique experiences, taking place across multiple buildings, presented by SC4, Michigan Technological University’s Mind Trekkers, Cranbrook Institute of Science and the Reptarium of Utica.

This year, SC4 once again welcomes retired NASA Astronaut Dorothy “Dottie” Metcalf-Lindenburger, who will be in the Experience Center available for meet-and-greet and questions.

In addition to the many exhibits that can be found inside the Experience Center, Challenger Learning Center, Fine Arts Building, College Center and SC4 Fieldhouse, there will be timed activities that require registration for participation. These experiences include a Challenger Mini Mission, Mad Science Detroit Fire and Ice show, Cranbrook’s How Did T. Rex Become the Ruler of the Dinosaurs, Cranbrook’s Light and Sound, Drop Into Math!, Planetarium Experience and Analytical Uses of Light in Science.

“The vast scope and influence of STEM across various careers highlights the importance of fostering its study, with a significant event at SC4 serving as a timely reminder of its value and impact,” said SC4 Chief of Staff/Senior Vice President Sarah Rutallie.

People must register for timed activities by Friday, March 14, but general event registration will remain open at www.sc4.edu/stem-fest/.

Need help getting to campus? Here are directions and parking information. Concessions will be available for purchase in the SC4 Fieldhouse and College Center. 

Questions can be directed to the SC4 Experience Center at (810) 989-5789 or experiencecenter@sc4.edu.

Returning favorites from last year’s event include the SC4 Challenger Learner Center, plan health science exhibits, Nasr Museum and hands-on activities by the Mind Trekkers from Michigan Technological University.