SKAGIT VALLEY COLLEGE Issue 1, 2016 SVC is the recipient of a Gold Medal Award for newsletters by the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations. in partnership with local business leaders in the industry, svc launches its new craft brewing academy in may. (see page 3) Focused on Excellence PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE FOCUSED ON EXCELLENCE Access, Achievement, Community kagit Valley College is proud to be part of a community that embraces Issue 1, 2016 civic-minded collaboration, leadership, Sand service. In that spirit, we connect with individuals who give back to SVC — and the TABLE CONTENTS OF 2 President’s Message broader community — through their active engagement and support of the College’s mission to 3 Craft Brewing Academy provide a learning environment that is focused on excellence. Not only does their engagement support 4 Spotlight on Student Success academic success for our students, it contributes to 5 Outstanding Faculty & Staff the economic vitality of our region and it enriches our quality of life. 6 Partnerships Throughout Skagit, Island, and San Juan counties, many individuals have joined our commitment to 7 - 8 SVC Foundation Christon Skinner students and community. They are key leaders in Chair government, industry, agriculture, and economic development who foster innovations that help our region prosper and grow. They are dedicated educators © 2016 Skagit Valley College who mentor tomorrow’s leaders. They are passionate Currents is published by the Skagit Valley College philanthropists who support educational opportunities Public Information Office for deserving students. Together, we are creating 2405 East College Way Kathryn Bennett learning opportunities that lead to student success, Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Vice Chair email:
[email protected] offering industry-aligned training that responds to employer needs, and fostering relationships that last a Editors/Writers: Arden Ainley, Anne Clark, Pam Davis, and lifetime.