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SRJC BearFacts Student Newsletter – September 7, 2025

What’s happening at SRJC in the next couple of weeks — events, resources, and key deadlines.
📅 Full College Calendar: calendar.santarosa.edu
🗓️ Academic Calendar (for class deadlines): admissions.santarosa.edu/academic-calendar

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

CHECK BACK NEXT WEEK

 

ONGOING CAMPUS EVENTS

ATHLETICS

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srjcathletics.com

 

PETALUMA CINEMA SERIES

Submitter did not include alt text. Submitted description: The Petaluma Cinema Series is a program that brings together SRJC film students, the campus community, and Sonoma County residents to screen and discuss significant classic, foreign, & independent films. Presentations feature SRJC film faculty, industry guests, and interdisciplinary experts. Guests may join us for an optional 6pm talk or just the 7pm screening. All evenings include post-screening discussions. The program is free for students with CubCard Premium membership. More information at PetalumaFilmAlliance.org.

petalumafilmalliance.org/2025-fall-schedule/

 

STUDENT-LED

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Hey! This section of the BearFacts is a plug for clubs! (Clubs created the BearFacts btw!) 
Check out the Club Directory to see when/where clubs meet and contact info to learn more! 

CLUB DIRECTORY | START YOUR OWN CLUB! | INTER-CLUB COUNCIL | PETALUMA COUNCIL | CLUB RESOURCES

 

Find your college community. Join a club. Weekly meetups boost health and happiness!* View the club directory website at: studentlifesantarosa.edu/clubs * having face to face contact with friends at least once a week is a strong predictor of better physical and mental health. UBC study 2024

studentlife.santarosa.edu/clubs

 

KAPPA RHO EPSILON (KPE)

Description from submitter: A Club/Fraternity that builds a community for young men at the Santa Rosa Junior College, its a place where young men can make new friends, talk about their feelings, learn new skills, and have a sense of belonging that they may not previously have had. This club will provide group gatherings for members where we will engage in friendly competitions such as volleyball, flag football, golf, ect. Members of Kappa Rho Epsilon will work with the srjc community and organize fundraising events, formals, and much more!

 

PHI THETA KAPPA

Presented by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Welcome back, PTK! Interested in community service? Join us now!! Meetings Tuesdays in Emeritus 1596 12-1pm

studentlife.santarosa.edu/phi-theta-kappa

 

PROMOTIONS

BECOME A STATE CLIMATE FELLOW

Student Climate Fellows Program from the California Community College Chancellor office. Students can apply to become a Student Climate Fellow and support sustainability at their home campus as well as join a cohort of student sustainability leaders across the State of California. Students have to be able to commit 6-16 hours per week for 1 year. Comes with a program stipend. Deadline to apply is September 15, 2025. Image shows link to additional information and QR code.

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APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS!

With over 650 named scholarships, and millions of funds available, SRJC scholarships can help make your college journey more affordable! Don’t miss out on this opportunity for FREE money to support your education. You deserve it! OPEN NOW until OCTOBER 1

scholarships.santarosa.edu

 

NEW LIBRARY HOURS AND STUDY SPACES

Find your study spot at SRJC Libraries including images of students in different study areas in both Doyle and Mahoney libraries. New hours at Doyle library include Fridays 8am to 4pm and Sundays 11am to 5pm.

libraries.santarosa.edu

 

SHONE FARM UBER VOUCHER PILOT PROGRAM

Shone Farm Santa Rosa Junior College Shone Farm Uber Voucher Pilot Program New for Fall 2025! Taking a class at Shone Farm and need a ride? If you don't have other transportation, you may qualify for a free Uber voucher! Rides available to currently enrolled students at Shone Farm class/classes Travel between SRJC Santa Rosa and SRJC Shone Farm Shone Farm Uber Voucher Pilot Program will subsidize up to $50* per ride Tips and ride cost beyond $50 will be the responsibility of the student rider. Learn more: tinyurl.com/yt43z3eh Scan QR code #ShoneFarm #UberVoucher #Fall2025 #StudentSupport #SRJC Powered by Uber

shonefarm.santarosa.edu/studentresources

 

SRJC STUDENT TRANSIT OPTIONS

Description from submitter: Dear Student, Thank you for registering for a course at SRJC Shone Farm. Please note that during the Fall 2025 semester, SRJC is launching a Shone Farm Uber Voucher Pilot Program. This pilot program is launching to provide students with equitable transportation to Shone Farm. If you are interested in being part of this pilot program, you will need to complete this form: https://santarosajuniorcollege.formstack.com/forms/shone_farm_uber. Criteria include: Enrollment in-person Shone Farm class/classes during Fall 2025 Must maintain enrollment in Shone Farm class/classes. Uber vouchers will be cancelled if classes are dropped. There are no other transportation options available to Shone Farm. Uber travel between SRJC Santa Rosa Campus, 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 and Shone Farm, 7450 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, CA 95436. Pick up and drop off locations are at Burbank Circle, Paratransit Stop and at Shone Farm Building 56. Uber Shone Farm Voucher ridesharing with other Shone Farm students is encouraged, though not required. No rides are allowed for non SRJC students. Details of the pilot program: Time limit: Fall 2025 Valid until voucher expires on your last class up to December 19, 2025, or when the program is full. Minimum redemption value: $10 Maximum redemption value: $50 Note if the Uber ride is more than the maximum value for a one-way ride, then the remaining financial responsibility is on the student rider. Tips are not included and the optional responsibility of each student rider. To Participate: SRJC student completes the online form: https://santarosajuniorcollege.formstack.com/forms/shone_farm_uber. SRJC student will receive an e-mail acknowledging enrollment in the Shone Farm Uber Voucher Pilot Program and instructions on how to participate. You will be accessing the pilot program through the Uber App using a code. Any questions can be directed to Hilleary Zarate, 707-527-4239, hzarate@santarosa.edu or Deborah Ziccone, 707-778-3637, dziccone@santarosa.edu. Thank you for your interest in this pilot program. -SRJC Transportation Staff

maps.santarosa.edu/getting-to-campus

 

DISABILITY CULTURAL CENTER

DISABILITY CULTURAL CENTER FALL HOURS

Fun seventies/retro graphic displaying the hours of operation for the SRJC Disability Cultural Center. Monday 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Tuesday 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. Wednesday 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Thursday 9:30 am - 4:00 pm. Friday closed. The Dcc is on the 3rd floor landing in the bertolini student center

drd.santarosa.edu/dcc

 

THERAPY DOGS IN THE DCC!

Graphic advertising Therapy Dog Hours in the SRJC Disbaility CUltural Center. DCC Logo with dog cartoon above the text "Therapy Dog Wellness Hours". Eleven to twelve on Aug 19th , Sept 2nd, Sept 16th, Sept 30th, Oct 14th, Oct 28th, Nov 11th, Nov 25th, and Dec 9th. Come by the DCC on the 3rd floor of Bertolini for some therapy dog love! For Interpreting Services and other access needs, scan the QR code!

drd.santarosa.edu/dcc

 

ENROLL

JOIN THE FORENSICS TEAM

Do you need 1-3 fun low pressure late start transferable units that will build your skills? Enroll in Comm 52 Forensics Speech, Debate, and Performance and join the team! Tuesdays 3-5 pm in Garcia hall 101! Contact director jhamzehee@santarosa.edu with any questions or for an add code! Perform speeches, stories, plays, films, and poems for TRANSFERABLE UNITS & FREE TRAVEL AROUND THE STATE AND COUNTRY?? Enroll in comm 52 for spring 2025! Meetings/class tuesdays 3pm! Speak! Perform! Travel! Grow!

comm-studies.santarosa.edu/forensics-public-performance-and-intercollegiate-speech-and-debate

 

DRD CLASSES FALL 2025

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DRD 313

Fall 2025 Online Course Offering: DRD 313: Success Strategies for Promoting Mental Health, section #0896. Course Description: This course is designed to promote the academic success of students with mental health conditions. Students will gain a basic understanding of common factors that contribute to mental health conditions, as well as strategies to improve emotional regulation, stress management, and self-advocacy. Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to: 1. Discuss mental health conditions, contributing factors and related management strategies. 2. Identify and access available mental health resources. Class Meeting Information: Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am-11:00am. Tuesday 10/14/2025 (late start) -Tuesday 12/9/2025 (Final). Online via Zoom & Canvas. Instructor Information: Christin Niederberger, M.A, Disability Specialist, Disability Resources Department (DRD).

portal.santarosa.edu/SRWeb/MVC.Core2/ScheduleOfClasses2/Section?termId=20257&SectionNumber=0896

 

JPN 1

Dear SRJC community, A late-start JPN 1 class (Section 2713) has just been added to the SRJC Schedule of Classes! It will start on Sept. 8 and will use the Genki 1 textbook, first 6 chapters. Synchronous (real-time) meetings are on Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30 - 6 pm. This Hyflex-S class will be very flexible, so that you can take classes via Zoom, in person, or a combination of either. Additional material and assignments will be accessed via Canvas. Best wishes, Hisayo Suzuki JPN 1, Section 2713 (Hyflex-S) Dates: 09/08 - 12/10/25 Meeting Times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30 - 6 pm Locations: 304 Lindley Center and/or Zoom Instructor: Hisayo Suzuki Contact: hsuzuki@santarosa.edu

classes.santarosa.edu

 

BEARFACTS INFORMATION

Newsletter Information

BearFacts Student Newsletter is a publication from the Student Life & Cultural Programs office. The purpose of the BearFacts bulletin is to provide students with information about SRJC activities, engagement opportunities, and important deadlines and to promote student retention and success.

All submissions can be made using the Student Communications Form. Submissions are subject to approval, and may be edited for length & clarity.
Email the BearFacts Editor with any questions: jpinaula@santarosa.edu

SRJC Non-Discrimination Policy

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on t he basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnic group identification, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or sexual orientation in any of its pol ides, procedures or practices; nor does the District discriminate against any employees or applicants for employment on the basis of their age. This non-discrimination policy covers admission. access and treatment in District programs and activities--including but not limited to academic admissions, financial aid, educational services and athletics--and application for District employment. The Sonoma County Junior College District is an equal opportunity employer

Land Acknowledgement

We acknowledge that we gather at Santa Rosa Junior College on the territorial traditional land of t he Pomo People in Santa Rosa and t he Coast Miwok People in Petaluma, past and present. and honor with gratitude t he land itself and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations.