CENTRAL VALLEY — Hispanic Heritage Month is here!  This makes for the perfect time to celebrate the rich contributions of Hispanic communities to education, culture, and the economy in the Central Valley.  These communities play a vital role in shaping the region, from healthcare and education to politics and the arts.  Moreover, while there’s much to celebrate, it’s also important ...

Jerry Alin Saueressig March 17, 1947 – February 15, 2023 Jerry passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at his home in Butte, Nebraska. Memorials may be directed to his family for future designation. Arrangements are entrusted to Biglin’s Mortuary in O’Neill, NE. Jerry Alin Saueressig was born on March 17, 1947, in Cherokee, IA, to Vernon and LaVina (Helkenn) ...

FRESNO STATE — Stories inspire us. They connect us. They inform us of all the wonderful things — and sometimes challenging things — happening at the Fresno State campus that holds a special meaning to so many in the Central Valley and beyond. Stories are how we relate to one another, and oftentimes stories spark us to take action — whether ...

FRESNO STATE — The School of Nursing at Fresno State has partnered with the nursing program at Fresno City College on the Nurse Pipeline Extension Project, a collaborative effort to increase health care professionals in the San Joaquin Valley. Congressman Jim Costa recently secured federal funding of $475,000 to help both institutions expand their programs and create opportunities for nursing ...

FRESNO STATE — The bus ride was long and frightening. The trip that typically took six hours took Dalia Moudarres more than 18 hours. “It was so dangerous. They plant bombs in the street so any car that goes there explodes,” Moudarres explained. “You also can’t tell if it’s going to happen to you or the other person because it ...

FRESNO STATE — The eight schools and colleges at Fresno State, along with the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, each selected an outstanding student to honor as part of the class of 2022 Graduate Deans’ Medalists. The deans selected a graduate and undergraduate medalist based on academic excellence, community involvement, and other achievements. Fresno State’s Undergraduate Deans’ Medalists ...

Thomas Francis Driscoll February 2, 1945  – February 23, 2022 Thomas Francis Driscoll was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on February 2, 1945 and died unexpectedly at home in Yosemite Lakes Park on February 23, 2022. Tom was a carpenter and general contractor, building at least 50 homes in YLP before accepting the position of journeyman carpenter at Fresno City College ...

FRESNO — State Center Community College District honored the 2022 Wall of Honor inductees during a special ceremony Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, at Fresno City College in the Old Administration Building. This year’s inductees include Gregory A. Barfield, Dr. Marvita Gowdy, and Karla D. Kirk. Gregory A. Barfield is the Assistant City Manager, Office of the Mayor and City Manager ...

FRESNO — State Center Community College District Chancellor, Dr. Carole Goldsmith, announced on January 5, 2022, the appointment of Dr. Marlon Hall to serve as interim president of Fresno City College. The appointment is subject to final approval of the appointment and approval of the employment contract, which will be voted on at the January 11, 2022, Board of Trustees ...