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SRJC BearFacts Student Newsletter – Aug 10, 2026

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

Current Updates

Ongoing Campus Events

Student-Led

Promotions

 

Enroll

BearFacts Information

 

CURRENT UPDATES

 

WELCOME DAY

SRJC Welcome Day events are hosted to help new and returning students familiarize themselves with SRJC resources. Save the dates and we'll see you there! - Santa Rosa campus: Thursday, Aug 13th, 2026, 12:00pm – 4:00pm, Resource Fair in Bertolini Quad. Games, music, food. - Petaluma campus: Saturday, Aug 15th - Welcome Day/Super Saturday, 10:00am – 2:00pm. Resource Fair with booths to introduce students to services, and SRJC Petaluma faculty. Just starting your time at SRJC? All enrollment steps will be guided to help new students take care of everything in one day. RSVP and get more details at https://welcome.santarosa.edu/welcome-day-2026

welcome.santarosa.edu/welcome-day-2026 

 

ENROLLMENT SUPPORT: BEAR CUB HUB

Dear SRJC Students, As we prepare for the start of the fall semester, Student Outreach and Welcome and Connect Centers in Santa Rosa, Petaluma and Roseland are teaming up to offer Rock Enroll and Bear Cub Hub Support to help students successfully complete their enrollment and prepare for a successful start to the fall semester. The lab will be available July 28 through August 27 with the following schedule: • Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (In-person support) • Wednesdays: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. (In-person and virtual support) Students can receive personalized support from SRJC staff and peer coaches to ensure they are ready for a successful semester. Additional information, support locations, hours, and available services can be found on the Rock Enroll webpage: Rock Enroll & Bear Cub Hub Support: • Navigating Bear Cub Hub • Troubleshooting login or account access issues • Enrolling in classes and completing enrollment steps • Activating their Bear Cub email Welcome and Connect Center staff at the various sites look forward to welcoming you and providing you with the support you need to have a successful start this fall semester!

welcome.santarosa.edu/rock-enroll-bear-cub-hub-support 

 

CURANDERMISMO EN NUESTRAS

Curandermismo en Nuestras Vidas Septiembre 11 & 12, 2026 Viernes: 6-8pm Sabado: 9-4:30pm SRJC Roseland 950 S. Wright Rd, Santa Rosa 95407 Acompáñenos a estar en comunidad y aprender con yerberas, hueseras, y otras personas con conocimiento ancestral. Los talleres se enfocarán en como recuperar conocimientos ancestrales de como las hierbas, plantas, nuestros ancestros, y nuestra comunidad pueden ayudarnos a sanar físicamente y emocionalmente. Este evento es para tode aquelles interesades en conectarse más con el curanderismo, sea usted principiante o con décadas de conocimiento. Todas edades bienvenidas. Para participar regístrese aquí: https://shorturl.at/0V91H Para preguntas, comuniquese con 707-527-4741 Roseland SRJC alt text of image: una mano metiendo hierbas a un frasco de vidro con mariposas alrededor.

intercultural.santarosa.edu/events 

 

ONGOING CAMPUS EVENTS

ATHLETICS

BANNER for Athletics Calendar, Santa Rosa Junior College

srjcathletics.com

 

STUDENT-LED

Section Header. Bear Clubs Foot Notes

ICC 2026 Spring | Group Picture of the Inter-Club Council members standing together and smiling towards the camera on JC steps outside

This BearFacts section is a plug for clubs! (Clubs created 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

 

PROMOTIONS

 

SHONE FARM UBER PROGRAM

Three SRJC Pick Up/Drop Off Locations! Shone Farm Santa Rosa Campus Roseland Public Safety Training Center In the Fall 2026 semester, SRJC is continuing the Shone Farm Uber Voucher Pilot Program to provide students who have no alternative means of travel with transportation to Shone Farm. If you are interested in being part of this pilot program, please complete the Uber Voucher Form. Criteria include: Enrollment in in-person Shone Farm class/classes during Fall 2026. The student must remain enrolled in the Shone Farm class(es). Uber vouchers will be canceled if classes are dropped. Student must not have any other transportation options to Shone Farm available. Uber travel between SRJC Shone Farm and one (1) of three (3) SRJC locations. Santa Rosa Campus, 1501 Mendocino Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 at the Burbank Circle, Paratransit Stop Public Safety Training Center, 5743 Skylane Boulevard, Windsor, CA 95492 Roseland, 950 S. Wright Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95407 Shone Farm, 7450 Steve Olson Lane, Forestville, CA 95436 at 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 2026 Valid until the voucher expires on your last class up to Friday, December 18, 2026, or when the program is full. Minimum redemption value: $10 Maximum redemption value: $50 Note: If the Uber ride exceeds the maximum for a one-way ride, the student rider is responsible for the remaining balance. Tips are not included and are the optional responsibility of each student rider. To Participate: SRJC student completes the online Uber Voucher form SRJC student will receive an e-mail acknowledging enrollment in the program and instructions on how to participate. SRJC student will access the pilot program on their personal device via the Uber App using a code. Any questions can be directed to Hilleary Zarate at 707-527-4239 or hzarate@santarosa.edu.

shonefarm.santarosa.edu/student-resources 

 

GOLD RUNNER

Gold Runner is the bus and rail service that connects college students to the entire state of California! Students save 15% on train and Thruway Bus tickets every day with our Student Discount. Or get 30% off with our 6TIX Student Pass! GOLDRUNNER.COM TICKETS UP TO OFF 30% FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS EASY CONNECTIONS SKIP TRAFFIC FREE SNACKS & DRINKS ONBOARD BIKE RACKS FREE WI-FI WORK ON THE GO EASY CONNECTIONS FREE SNACKS & DRINKS COMFORTABLE SEATS Gold Runner is the bus and rail service that connects college students to the entire state of California! Students save 15% on train and Thruway Bus tickets every day with our Student Discount. Or get 30% off with our 6TIX Student Pass! Stockton San Diego Los Angeles Santa Barbara San Francisco UC, CSU & COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS’ CONNECTION TO 100+ DESTINATIONS, INCLUDING: Bakersfield Sacramento Chico Yosemite And more! Irvine Davis Riverside Santa Cruz Fresno GOLD RUNNER SETS THE STANDARD Sacramento Mariposa Barstow San Bernardino San Diego Burbank Santa Monica Los Angeles Anaheim Riverside Pasadena To Las Vegas San Jose Gilroy Paso Robles Santa Maria Goleta Oxnard Santa Barbara San Luis Obispo Los Banos Santa Cruz Yosemite Visitors Center Coarsegold Mammoth Lakes Reno Auburn Sparks South Lake Tahoe Stateline Oakland Fremont Livermore San Francisco Emeryville Richmond (BART) Martinez Antioch Stockton Merced Fresno Hanford Bakersfield Modesto Madera Corcoran Wasco Turlock/Denair Cal Poly Humboldt Santa Rosa Napa Chico Redding Davis ROUTE 19 ROUTE 1 ROUTE 1c ROUTE 10 ROUTE 18 ROUTE 6 ROUTE 40 ROUTE 99 ROUTE 7 ROUTE 3 ROUTE 20 ROUTE 20c ROUTE 10 ROUTE 15 ROUTE 15a ROUTE 15b Transfer Station Train/Bus connection Gold Runner Gold Runner Thruway Bus Pacific Surfliner Capitol Corridor SCAN FOR MORE INFORMATION

goldrunner.com/route-7/ 

 

 

ENROLL

 

ART 61

New 3-unit course beginning Fall 2026! ART 61: Exhibition Design and Management introduces students to the exciting world behind the scenes of art exhibitions. Gain practical experience in exhibition planning, artwork preparation, installation techniques, marketing, visitor engagement, and evaluating exhibition success. Perfect for: - Studio Art students - Art History students - Photography students - Anyone interested in museum or gallery careers - Artists preparing to exhibit their own work

portal.santarosa.edu/srweb/SR_CourseOutlines.aspx?CVID=54245&Semester=20267 

 

DRD 313

DRD 313: Success Strategies for Promoting Mental Health Do you or someone you know have a Mental Health condition? Are you interested in Mental Health information and resources? 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. Class Details: Fall 2026 Section #70896 Tuesday 10/13/2026 - Thursday 12/8/2026 Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:00am-10:50am Online Synchronous via Zoom & Canvas Instructor: Christin Niederberger, M.A. Disability Resources Department Access. Advocacy. Achievement Empowering every student, every step of the way Santa Rosa Junior College Building on a Legacy of Excellence

drd.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: okeach@santarosa.edu

SRJC Non-Discrimination Policy

The Sonoma County Junior College District does not discriminate on the 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.