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2014-15 ANNUAL REPORT

South Mountain Community College educates minds, transforms lives, touches hearts, and builds community.

South Mountain Community College provides quality higher education for our diverse community. We create a caring teaching and learning environment that fosters student development and supports productive citizenship in an increasingly global and technological society. Our purpose is to meet these needs by offering:

General education courses Transfer programs Occupational education and career development Continuing education Developmental studies and English as a second language Cultural, civic, and social events Academic support and student services

We are inspired and guided by our core values:

Collaboration: We are inclusive in our relationships with colleagues, departments and community, and respectful of their ideas.

Community: We serve our community by recognizing our inter-dependence, celebrating our history, honoring our diverse cultures, and building our future.

Excellence: We model exemplary teaching, learning, service and leadership through continuous improvement, creativity and innovation.

Integrity: We are accountable to the communities we serve and are truthful, sincere, transparent and responsible for our actions.

Wellbeing: We are a college community that encourages and develops social, physical, career, community and financial wellbeing.

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Helping students finish what they start and find personal and academic success were central themes in 2014-15 at South Mountain Community College. This year was marked by great achievements and successes realized by the students, faculty and staff, and I am proud to share these accomplishments with you in the 2014-15 Annual Report.

While the mission as a community college – to provide quality higher education for our diverse community through a caring teaching and learning environment that fosters student development and supports productive citizenship in an increasingly global and technological society – remains intact, we stepped up our efforts to help students cross the finish line. Research has shown that many students try to piece together their education without a clear goal, and this is creating a roadblock to their success. We want to assist them in determining their goals and understand the value of finishing, of completing the degree or certificate program.

Today, when students come to South Mountain, we have services to help them discover their strengths and commit to their success. We have re-organized the Student Development Division and created an Early College Department, which provide greater opportunities for current and future students.

At South Mountain, our staff is driven to ensure the students and communities we serve are given the opportunities necessary to achieve success. Your support of our institution is what allows us to continue to provide these opportunities, whether it is earning an associates degree, completing a certification course or taking a class to learn a new skill. Without you, we could not continue to provide high-quality education and services, so thank you for continuing to see the value in what we do — for our students, for ourselves and for our communities.

Dr. Shari OlsonPresident

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South Mountain Community College had eight student-athletes recognized as All-Americans by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) for their respective sports; this is the largest number of individual All-Americans in one year in the history of the college and represents the largest total of all the Maricopa Colleges for the 2014-15 athletic year.

South Mountain volleyball was named Academic Team of the Year for the second year in a row by the NJCAA. The team had a 3.82 GPA.

In addition, seven of the college’s nine teams received NJCAA recognition for academic achievement. Together, they had an average GPA of 3.26.

The teams ended the season with the following records:

Women’s Golf: 5th in the country Baseball: 10th in the country Softball: 14th in the country Women’s Soccer: 17th in the country Women’s Basketball: 19th in the country

The Men’s golf team won the 2015 NJCAA Division 2 National Golf Championship in Scottsboro, Alabama. The team had a final score of 1137, a 15-shot victory. South Mountain was one of only two teams to finish the week under par. This is the fourth national championship for men’s golf at SMCC.

“This season, our athletes have shown tremendous commitment to their sport and their studies,” stated Todd Eastin, athletic director. “Not only did the Cougars excel in their conferences and playoffs, the valedictorian, BriAnna Schrimpf, was a member of the softball team. We could not be prouder of all that these athletes have accomplished.”

The 2014-15 season turned out to be the best season ever for South Mountain Community College Athletics.

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BriAnna Schrimpf, college athlete and future nurse, transferred to South Mountain from Phoenix College in 2014. “South Mountain was a better fit for me both academically and athletically,” said BriAnna. “The campus had a smaller feel, which allowed me greater access and improved relationships with my teachers.”

What are you most proud of having accomplished during your time at South Mountain?Academically, my biggest accomplishment was maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Being a student-athlete pushes your limits academically, but it is all worth it in the end. Athletically, I am so proud that I was ranked #1 in conference and #8 in the nation for home runs!

What’s your favorite memory from your time at South Mountain?Some of the best memories I have are on the softball field with my teammates. The memories I shared with them on the field and in the classroom will last a lifetime.

What faculty or staff member had the biggest influence on your education here at South Mountain and why?Dr. Paul Bosch, my teacher for Anatomy & Physiology, was a huge influence. Anatomy, in general, is a tough class! Dr. Bosch made this subject very easy to understand and made me want to learn more. His class got me excited for the next step in my academic career as well as my professional career.

What did it mean to you to be named valedictorian?To me, being named Valedictorian meant that I’ve done my job as a student-athlete by working hard on and off the field.

BriAnna is currently attending Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN on an athletic and academic scholarship.


South Mountain’s goals are to support the local and regional economy by addressing the needs of employers and to provide students with the education and degrees needed for fast-growing, in-demand careers.

As part of a coordinated effort across multiple divisions, South Mountain is growing its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and health programs. The Dean of Academic Innovation is working with Maricopa Community College District Workforce Development to team up with more businesses, non-profits and government partners to expand workforce training in order to meet specific employer needs.

South Mountain is committed to ensuring clear educational pathways that enable students to easily transfer from associate degrees to four-year programs. Similarly, the certificate and degree programs are increasingly tied directly to real-time demands of current and future job markets. This prepares students to have the basic skills and analytical and technical knowledge required for jobs and careers in the 21st century workplace.

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“Success to me is being able to have the help and support I need to succeed in my education to make it to my career.”

– Dawn Chambers, Student


The Community Entrepreneurship Center announced a new partnership program with Marisol Federal Credit Union (FCU) and smallMatters organization. This new signature partnership program provides

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The National Association of Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) named Dr. Shari Olson, South Mountain Community College President, the 2014 Entrepreneurial President of the Year.NACCE also recognized student entrepreneurs Diana Monell, Lovelyn Omari and Gus Barnes, who each received a cash prize for their

14 student participants pitched their business concepts, many already established, to a panel of distinguished judges, which included Chuck Newton from SCORE, Robin Romano, MariSol Federal Credit Union CEO, and Dr. Garret Westlake, Associate Dean of Student Entrepreneurship at Arizona State University.

SpringFirst Place $500 Jason WasserSecond Place $400 Lisa LeonThird Place $300 Jenna DeCoiteFourth Place $200 Belinda EscalanteFifth Place $100 Lakesha HarrisSocial Innovation $250 Belinda EscalanteAudience Choice $250 Jenna Decoite

FallFirst Place $1,000 (tie) Terry SmithFirst Place $1,000 (tie) Rosanna FierrosFirst Place $1,000 (tie) Tim GammageSecond Place $750 Diana MonellThird Place $400 Jonathan RausFourth Place $300 Rose OdhiamboFifth Place $250 Georgina MendozaHonorable Mention $100 Kevin ReyesAudience Choice $200 Kevin ReyesSocial Innovation $278.25 Tim Gammage

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demonstrated innovation and creative accomplishments in businesses they are operating while attending college. All three students were enrolled in our Small Business Entrepreneurship classes where they acquired the skills, tools and knowledge needed to succeed in a profit-based business.

Participants had three minutes to provide an overview of their businesses, describe their customers, and outline the benefits their business would gain from the prize money. Prizes were awarded for first through fifth place, audience choice and best business idea with social innovation.

entrepreneurship students the eligibility to apply for a micro-finance business loan from $500 to $2500 with MariSol FCU upon completion of the 16-credit program.

Based on the work of the college to embrace military students and its dedication of resources to ensure success in the classroom and after graduation, South Mountain was awarded the designation as a Military Friendly School by Victory Media. This designation is only awarded to the top 15 percent of colleges that make significant strides in supporting military students.

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South Mountain Community College was selected as a finalist in the area of Instructional Programs and Services, co-sponsored by the National Council of Instructional Administrators for it ’s program “From Rhetoric to Reality: Innovating for Success at a Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution”.

The national survey of student engagement reported that SMCC scored above the national average in all five effective educational practices: active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student-faculty interaction, and support for learners. The survey, completed in spring 2014, demonstrated gains in all five areas from the 2011 survey, with the largest gains in academic challenge and student effort. This survey is completed every three years.

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This category represents programs or activities that have been designed and successfully implemented to foster or support teaching and learning in the community college.

“Access to higher education leads to success. Success to me is overcoming the adversity that I faced growing up and during my deployment by coming back to civilian life, going to school and attaining the degree I needed to be able to work in the field that I have a passion for.” – Hector Holguin, OEF Veteran


STEM JobsSM magazine featured South Mountain Community College in its winter 2015 issue. Daniel Nichols, President of STEM JobsSM, stated, “We’re pleased to showcase South Mountain Community College as a school leading the way in translating education into real-world jobs, and its responsiveness to meeting those demands.”

Through a partnership with Arizona Public Service and Intel Corporation, the college hosted the third annual Hermanas Latinas STEM Conference. More than 100 Latina youth participated in this event.

The Hermanas conference provided a positive environment where these young Latinas interacted with successful Latina professionals who provided encouragement about continuing their education, attending college, and graduating with a degree that prepares them for a STEM career or advanced education.

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South Mountain Community College offered two summer program opportunities - Bioscience Summer Camp and the Minority Male Summer Institute - for students pursuing STEM degrees to earn college credits for free.

In the Bioscience Summer Camp students learnt about scientific applications, laboratory techniques, and moral issues associated with Biotechnology. Students also took field trips and got a behind-the-scenes look at Tgen and ASU’s Biodesign Institutes.

The Minority Male Summer Institute promoted study and careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics to graduating minority male high school seniors. Male students of color continue to be under-represented in the career fields of science and technology. The MMI was designed to make it easier for these students to get started in college and begin a potentially rich and rewarding career path.

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LE A R N I N G BY D E G R E E S

South Mountain Community College remains committed to the success of its students by offering a wide range of academic courses and workforce programs in classroom, labs and through real-life experiences. In addition, we offer a wide array of student support services to assist students with their academic and professional skills preparation. At South Mountain, our goal is to provide quality education at an affordable price with open access to all members of the community.

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Outstanding students Emily Alcazar and Kristi-Lee Mathiesen were named to the prestigious 2015 All-Arizona Academic Team. In addition, both 4.0 students placed in Arizona’s first team and were automatically considered for the All-USA Academic Team.

Emily and Kristi-Lee both received four semesters of tuition waivers to an Arizona state university of their choice courtesy of the Arizona Board of Regents and a scholarship from the college in the amount of $1000. Both full-time students are active members of the college’s Alpha Eta Delta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society.

Dr. Shari Olson, “The All-Arizona Academic Team competition provides pathways for our academically talented students to transfer to Arizona universities. Emily and Kristi-Lee exemplify the type of dedication and commitment to academics and community leadership. South Mountain Community College is proud to support these students in achieving their best and continuing their education.”

Emily Alcazar was the Phi Theta Kappa Vice President of Membership. As a member of Phi Theta Kappa she participated in the chapter’s ‘Honors in Action’ project. Emily, also a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, received the Honors College Honors Achievement Award.

Emily is majoring in Industrial Engineering and is set to transfer to Arizona State University, with plans to pursue a career as an industrial engineer in the manufacturing environment.

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“I was thrilled when I found out that I got first placement for the All-AZ Academic Team”, says Emily. “I am so glad that all of my effort and hard work has paid off. I am also very grateful to be a member of the All-AZ Academic Team because it will give me many amazing opportunities.”

Kristi-Lee Mathiesen majored in Associates of Arts at SMCC with plans to transfer to Northern Arizona University and pursue a career as an elementary school teacher or middle schools science teacher.

Krisiti-Lee’s community activities include volunteering at Boys and Girls Club, and working with the elderly at a day center in Tempe. As a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Kristi-Lee served as the Vice President of Communications. She also participated in the chapter’s “Honors in Action” project, received the Honors Achievement Award and was on the President’s List.

When asked about placing on the first team, Kristi said “I was in shock when I first found out I was chosen for All-AZ Academic Team. I knew most of the people who applied and they too were all great candidates. I had to read my email several times before it sunk in that I was chosen. I am so thankful I was selected. I thought about everything from my life over past couple of years and I was able to get here because of the love and support of my family, friends and the professors at South Mountain Community College.”

“I am so glad that all of my effort and hard work has paid off. I am also very grateful to be a member of the All-AZ Academic Team because it will give me many amazing opportunities.”

– Emily Alcazar, Student


T R A N S FO R M I N G T H E CO M M U N I T Y

South Mountain is an anchor in the South Phoenix community it serves with a unique history. Campus resources, faculty, students, staff and administration all contribute to strengthening the economic and social fabric of the neighboring communities. Serving as a resource to the community is an important part of the mission of South Mountain Community College, where we prepare our students to be informed, concerned citizens and active participants in the cultural life of the community. Our students, faculty and staff help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond through a variety of community service initiatives.

In 2014-15, South Mountain Community College students, staff and faculty donated over 1,000 hours of service to the community:

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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

– Margaret Mead

Put together 200 food boxes for St. Mary’s Food Bank

Donated supplies and assembled 600 care packages for Central Arizona Shelter Services.

Provided food distribution services twice a month through a partnership with St. Mary’s Food Bank. More than 2,200 community members received food boxes and 7,000 pounds of food was distributed.

Fed the homeless eight times this year at the Andre House.

Provided writing clinics for elementary school children.

South Mountain Community College and the Maricopa County Regional School District (MCRSD) are working together to find a solution that will re-connect the youth in South Phoenix.

MCRSD is proposing to develop a high school campus – Hope College and Career Readiness Academy – focused on re-connecting these young adults. This Academy will provide disconnected youth in South Phoenix with an opportunity to return to school and receive specialized training while obtaining their high school diplomas.

Research indicates that traditional educational routes are not working for these young adults. Working together, we can prepare all teens and young adults with the skills they need to be productive, fulfilled citizens and community members.

In fall 2013, Measures for America, which researches and reports on well-being and opportunity in America, identified Phoenix as fourth among

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major metropolitan areas in the U.S. for disconnection among those between the ages of 16 and 24, with a rate of 17.2 percent or 93,000 young people. This is one in every five young people in the Phoenix Metropolitan area.

Smith and Burd-Sharps 2013 Measures for America’s report, “Halve the Gap by 2030,” found the rates between neighborhoods are much larger than between cities and ethnic groups. In South Phoenix, for example, nearly one in every three young people, or 31.86 percent, is considered disconnected; this disconnection rate is severe.

By partnering with the Maricopa County Community College District we can provide Disconnected Youth in South Phoenix with an opportunity to return to school and receive specialized training while obtaining their high school diploma. Together MCRSD and South Mountain Community College will work together to make a significant impact on the lives of youth currently not invested in education or the workforce.


Offering programs to increase success for students in developmental education classes was a focus in the 2014-15 academic year. The college increased the offering of Boot Camps, which are designed to improve students’ placement scores and course readiness

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This internal fundraising campaign reached its goal of raising $100,000 from faculty and staff at the college. The campaign began in 2000 and was created by Dr. Jerome Garrison. He saw an opportunity for the internal community to provide educational assistance to community members and youth that

This year, South Mountain Community College developed an Early College department that is designed to serve high school students that are traditionally underserved in higher education and help them graduate high school, matriculate to college and earn two and four year

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“Success is the ability to overcome any obstacle, either physical or psychological, while maintaining organizational academic focus. Success is not what number of things you achieve but is the persistence and dedication of how you achieve it.” – Jesus Andres Rivera, Veterans Club President

in mathematics, English and reading. The Student Success Coach implemented enhanced workshops to assist students with time management, planning, and personal development.

wanted to make a change in their lives that would benefit themselves, their families and the community. To date, over $265,000 has been raised and more than 200 students have been able to continue their college education because of the STARS campaign.

degrees. Programs in the Early College Department include Achieving a Higher Education, Hoop of Learning, Dual Enrollment and Summer Bridge programs. Implementing this Early College model will allow us to better serve our students and community members.

Building on the success of the partnership with Phoenix College for the Bilingual Nursing Fellowship Program, the college collaborated with the Arizona State University College of Nursing to create a streamlined transition for our students to transfer and complete the 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

The partnership with the Gila River Indian Community expanded to include cohorts in phlebotomy.

We increased opportunities to train workforce personnel with strategic corporate partnerships. The college offered Speedy Spanish to healthcare professionals at Maryvale Hospital and technical writing courses to employees at the semiconductor company ASM, Inc.

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S T U D E N T SU CCE SS S TO RY

What does success mean to you?

Success means having a positive impact on more than just myself. Making a difference in the community. I plan on achieving success through partnerships with local farmers and businesses that strive to work with other local entrepreneurs to make an impact on supporting local business. My long-term goal would be to have a successful business and be able to open a non-profit company that offers cooking classes to kids after school. I think for me, it ’s not about the money, it ’s about turning something I love into something the greater community can learn from and enjoy.

How has taking entrepreneurship classes at South Mountain helped you and the success of your business?

I have learned so much from taking several classes from Maria Bailey-Benson. She has so much knowledge and experience in the business realm. Of course, I have learned about market research, knowing your product, knowing who your buyer is and marketing through social media but I have also learned very valuable life advice. I will always remember her telling me to ‘invest in your business what your willing to lose, there is always a chance of failure, and you have to be willing to fail in order to succeed’.

Jenna DeCoite + Makawao Sausage Factory

How did placing and winning crowd favorite in the Student Venture Pitch Competition help you to launch or grow your business?

When I did my business pitch, it was merely an idea. I hadn’t ever even made Linguisa yet. I was selling the panel and audience an idea. After winning third place and crowd favorite, it gave me some confidence to move forward; I mean what did I have to lose other than what I was willing to lose. From that point forward my idea started to become a reality. I bought equipment and began several trial processes to perfect an heirloom recipe as well as create several new ones.

What else would you like to share about being a successful entrepreneur?

This is just the beginning. It all starts with an idea and passion. I believe when you’re passionate about what you’re doing it makes the countless hours working not even seem like work. I feel so blessed with the opportunity to bring an heirloom recipe back to life. I can’t wait to see what the future brings for the Makawao Sausage Factory.


AWA R D S A N D ACCO L A D E S

President Olson named 2014 Entrepreneurial President of the Year by the National Association of Community College Entrepreneurship.

Dr. Olson attends White House Summit, announces commitment to increase student success.

South Mountain Community College was designated a 2015 STEM Jobs Approved college.

League of innovation supports career students at south mountainThe Walmart Brighter Futures Project and the League for Innovation in the Community College provided $25,000 in funding to support students in career education certificate programs.

National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development Excellence award (Ruben Saenz)This honor celebrates those who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the students and colleagues at their college. Congratulations to Ruben Saenz on receiving this honor

Outstanding adjunct faculty awardsMaria Eastin (English) and Kaitlin Southerly (English/Reading) received Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Awards this past April. They were selected for the award based on their pedagogy, assessment, development, enrichment and professionalism.

Summit awardThis award honors employees that have gone above and beyond in contributing to the advancement of our vision, mission, and values. Liz Warren and Stephen Hustedde were recognized for their commitment to the college.

Pillar awardsPillar Awards are awarded to employees who consistently demonstrate outstanding commitment to Learning Organization, Continuous Improvement and Innovation, and Student Success. The fall 2014 honorees were Carol Smith, Damita Kaloostian and Steve Fountaine. The spring 2015 honorees were Angie Glick, Analia Lucas and Kimberly Pope.

Teresa Munoz-Morales received the 2015 MCCCD Women’s Leadership Group Woman of Distinction award in March.

Landres (Buddy) Cheeks, Student Life and Leadership Director, was honored by Arizona Common Ground at their First Annual Awards Gala, “A Night of Impact” for the impact he has made in the community through his demonstration of engagement, humility and devotion. Buddy also received the 2015 Employee Recognition Award in April for outstanding contributions and commitment to advancing the Mission of the Maricopa Community Colleges.

Dolores Urbieta, math faculty, received the John & Suanne Roueche Excellence Award for her continued commitment to create a positive environment where students can learn math and have a meaningful college experience.

Liz Warren, Storytelling Institute Director, received the Oracle Award for Service and Leadership from the National Storytelling Network. The Storytelling Institute received the New Times Best of Phoenix award for “Best Place to Learn to Tell Tales.” Liz Warren was also recognized as #13 in the biennial New Times list of 100 Creatives in Phoenix

Dr. Shari L. OlsonPresident

Dr. Osaro Ighodaro Vice President of Student Development

Dr. Janet Ortega Vice President of Organizational Effectivenessand Technology

Dr. Reynaldo (Rey) Rivera Vice President of Learning

Matilda “Tillie” ChavezDean of Academic Affairs

Guy Goodman Dean of Enrollment Services

Damita Kaloostian Dean of Planning, Research & Development

Maricopa County Community College District Governing Board

Mr. Doyle BurkeMr. Alfredo GutierrezMs. Johanna HaverMr. John HeepMs. Tracy LivingstonMs. Jean McGrathMr. Dana Saar

LE A D E R S H I P

Maricopa County Community College District

Dr. Rufus GlasperChancellor

Maria Harper-MarinickExecutive Vice Chancellor and Provost

Debra ThompsonVice Chancellor,Business Services

LaCoya Shelton-JohnsonVice Chancellor,Human Resources

Ed KeltyVice Chancellor,Information Technology Services

Mary O’Connor Acting President & CEO, Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation


The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

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