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800 N95 Masks on their way to CentraCare

April 2, 2020

With the shortage of masks for healthcare workers, it seems like finding buried treasure when we at SCTCC find box after box of N95 masks - 800 masks, to be exact.

SCTCC had a supply from the avian flu, and health courses use the masks as part of the instruction process.

After...

SCTCC's Ventilators Sent to CentraCare

March 30, 2020

When CentraCare asks for ventilators during a pandemic, there's no other response than "yes."

SCTCC had received two ventilators from CentraCare to use in the Nursing and Paramedicine programs, where students used them on mannequins to learn how to use them on patients when out in the...

Face-to-Face Classes Delayed

March 29, 2020

This evening, March 29, we received a directive from the Executive Branch that holding in-person instruction, even as we had planned with social distancing and CDC cleaning standards, should be delayed for at least two weeks. This is a change in their guidance from earlier this week.

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SCTCC Collegiate DECA Brings Home the Gold

March 24, 2020

By Jacob Bertram, Collegiate DECA Vice President

On February 27 and 28, Collegiate DECA students and our advisor, Becky Shand, traveled to Arrowwood Resort in Alexandria, MN where the State Collegiate DECA Conference was held. 150 college students from all across MN...

Town Halls Set for Students

March 24, 2020

SCTCC students are invited to join college reps to ask questions about how we are moving forward with the rest of the 2020 spring semester. Five Zoom meetings are scheduled March 26-27 and will be recorded and posted to YouTube for those who can't make it.

These town halls will be open...

SCTCC Student Services & Support During COVID-19

March 23, 2020

What's open and what's closed at SCTCC during the COVID-19 pandemic? To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, not only are students moving to an alternate form of learning, but the support services offices are moving to phone and online appointments. Most staff are working from other locations....

Resources & Support During COVID-19

March 20, 2020

One of the most important things you should be doing during the COVID-19 pandemic is taking care of YOU – your physical, emotional, and mental health. We’ve created a list of resources for you with different options and ways to get help.

Not sure who or where to ask for help? Students...

SCTCC Cancels Commencement

March 18, 2020

The Minnesota State System Office has instructed all campuses to cancel traditional, in-person graduation ceremonies for this spring semester. Our graduation ceremony was scheduled for May 20, 2020.

SCTCC leadership, along with the Student Senate and SCTCC...

SCTCC Spring Break Extended Through March 29

March 16, 2020

The Minnesota State System Office, under the direction of Chancellor Malhotra, has extended Spring Break through March 27th. This means that all classes, including online classes, are canceled through March 27th and will resume Monday, March 30th. The extra time is provided to all your...

Tackling Coronavirus Anxiety

March 13, 2020

As the coronavirus spreads and cases in the US increase, it’s understandable you could be feeling some anxiety. This is a normal human reaction to threats, but maintaining your high anxiety means your reaction to crisis situations could be less constructive. And those who already suffer from...

SCTCC, Minnesota State colleges and universities classes suspended March 16-22

March 12, 2020

Minnesota State is continuously reviewing a range of strategies to limit the spread of COVID-19 and its impact on our campuses and the communities in which we live and serve. I am committed to taking all steps necessary to protect the health and safety of our students, our faculty, and our...

MBB finds out they're going to nationals

Men's Basketball Cyclones on the way to National Tournament

March 10, 2020

For the first time in program history, the Men’s Basketball Cyclones are on their way to the NJCAA DIII National Tournament.

The Cyclones nabbed the last at-large school bid on the NJCAA TV Selection Show last week and earned the #11 seed.

“This is the first time we’ve ever made...

Sales Management Marketing Grad Aims to Grow Hunting Production Business

March 4, 2020

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Justin Mueller loves hunting and doesn't want to work a job he's not passionate about. When he got the idea to start a hunting photography and videography business, he went all in.

“I could have bought cheap gear, but I like to spend money and...

Men's and Women's Basketball Players Earn All-Division Honors; Cone named Coach of the Year

February 28, 2020

Three members of the Cyclones Men's Basketball team earned All-Division honors. Paul Coleman, Eric Racine, and...

One student presenting to another student at the mall

Local High School Students Found Guilty of DECA Arson

February 21, 2020

By Jacob Bertram, Collegiate DECA Officer & Student Senate President

Over 400 High School students were found guilty by a unanimous vote from a panel of judges. The students were convicted of DECA Arson and they also fled the scene later that day. They were found...