Thank you @ChrisWardCA, @SenBlakespear, @SenBrianJones, @SenStevePadilla and @asmakilahweber for your leadership and assistance in securing $6.5 million in state funding to accelerate affordable housing production, preservation, and regional capacity. bit.ly/3UcOGFP
Catch up on the latest from SDCCD in today’s newsletter!
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- Keeping the Promise giving day is next week
- Meet former Promise student Jillian Fortner
- Economic impact of the Promise
- Affordable housing funding
- Filipino American History Month events
Detained @sdcitycollege student Renatho Casseus speaks to @KPBS about his arrest and the support he's received after being taken into custody September 8 near the campus.
Just ONE WEEK until Keeping the Promise, SDCCD's annual Giving Day!
Your gift helps students overcome barriers, stay enrolled, and move confidently toward their goals. Together, let's Keep The Promise.
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San Diego City College President Ricky Shabazz comments on a judge’s decision today to release @sdcitycollege student Renatho Casseus from federal detention. Renatho was detained by federal immigration officers near campus on September 8.
Breaking: Renatho Casseus, the @sdcitycollege student who was detained by federal immigration officers on September 8, will be released today according to his attorney Wismick Saint-Jean, Esq. bit.ly/4jmFUiV
Calling all foodies! Get your tickets for Mesa College's annual Taste of Mesa event featuring dishes and desserts prepared by the talented students from the Culinary Arts Program.
📅 Friday, 10/30/26
⏰ 5 p.m.
📍 Culinary Outlook, 2nd Floor of Mesa Commons
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Dean Luke Menchaca and Ricardo Cisneros from our Student Outreach team stopped by KUSI News to mark 10 years of the free tuition program San Diego Promise, which has served 20,000 students and generated an economic impact of $1 billion. sdccd.edu/promise
California students enrolled in public colleges and universities are now eligible to apply for CalFresh, the state’s food benefits program, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Friday.
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This week's newsletter covers our 10th anniversary of the free tuition program, the San Diego Promise, as well as a golf fundraiser, a gallery exhibition, Pack The Pantry and more. Catch up on District News: conta.cc/4zb3nrN
New District signs make clear that immigration enforcement is prohibited on campus
Over the next few weeks, 68 signs will be installed at City, Mesa, and Miramar Colleges, and the 7 campuses of College of Continuing Education. bit.ly/4ysy0cx

ALT A red and white sign posted along a pathway at City College says “This property is owned by the San Diego Community College District (SDCCD). This property may only be used for purposes that have been authorized by SDCCD and may not be used for immigration enforcement staging areas, processing locations, or any related operations.”

ALT A red and white sign posted along a pathway at City College says “This property is owned by the San Diego Community College District (SDCCD). This property may only be used for purposes that have been authorized by SDCCD and may not be used for immigration enforcement staging areas, processing locations, or any related operations.”
Whether you use AI every day, have real reservations about it, the SDCCD wants to hear from you. The survey is open to all SDCCD employees and students. Students who complete the survey can be eligible for one of 40 Visa gift cards ranging from $50-$500. bit.ly/sdccdaisurvey2026
Honoring Veterans. Funding Futures. Building Community.
Tee off for a great cause at the annual Scholarships FORE Veterans Golf Tournament at Carlton Oaks Golf Club in Santee on Nov. 20.
- Get tickets
- Become a sponsor
- Make a donation
Learn more at scholarshipsforeveterans.org
Your vote is your voice! Make sure you are registered to vote. The last day to register online is October 19. Already registered? Verify your voter registration status today. sdvote.com/content/rov/en/Re…
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A message from Chancellor Gregory Smith:
Since City College student Renatho Casseus was taken by ICE, I have spent considerable time reviewing all available information. On 9/24, I sent an email to employees detailing the information. I am sharing this video version of the email.
“With strong multi-year enrollment and revenue growth, this budget increases instructional and student support services as we continue to expand educational opportunities for San Diego’s diverse communities.” - SDCCD Chancellor Gregory Smith
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Today marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11. We pause to remember the 2,977 lives lost in the terrorist attacks and the 9,400 individuals who have since died from 9/11-related illnesses. We honor their memory, the courage of first responders, and the resilience of our communities.
ICE arrest near @sdcitycollege caught on camera.
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Earlier today, an incident involving unmarked ICE vehicles occurred near the corner of 16th and C streets near San Diego City College. Please be assured that ICE is not currently present on or near campus, and all classes, campus services, and activities remain fully open.
City College campus leadership acted quickly to follow established protocols. The safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff remain the highest priority. Chancellor Gregory Smith's full statement regarding this incident, is available in this video message.
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