https://www.hancockcollege.edu News feed en-us Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:33:08 -0700 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss OmniUpdate (OU Publish) https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-16-2021%20AHC%20Coca-Cola%20Scholars.php Thomas Taylor and Rafael Valdovinos will each receive a $1,250 scholarship. Chris McGuinness Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:33:08 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-10-2021%20EIS%20Report.php The study also found that the college created value for students and taxpayers. Chris McGuinness Wed, 10 Mar 2021 15:35:11 -0800 EIS Report Construction of the new fine arts complex. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-09-2021%20SkillsUSA%20Regional.php The talented team will compete in the SkillsUSA virtual statewide competition on April 10. Chris McGuinness Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:35:27 -0800 AHC SkillsUSA team Members of Allan Hancock College’s SkillsUSA Club meet virtually as they prepare for a state competition. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-03-2021%20AHC%20Military%20Friendly%20Designation.php The college is among 747 other institutions to receive the designation. Chris McGuinness Wed, 03 Mar 2021 09:40:06 -0800 AHC Vets A group of graduating veterans. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-01-2021%20Shelby%20Scott%20.php Shelby Scott brings 10 years of experience in athletics communications at both the NAIA and NJCAA levels. Chris McGuinness Mon, 01 Mar 2021 16:42:51 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/02-17-2021%20New%20AHC%20Foundation%20Board%20Members.php George Grama and Erica Jane Flores will each serve three-year terms on the board. Chris McGuinness Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:20:24 -0800 New AHC Foundation Board Members Photo of new foundation board members George Grama and Erica Jane Flores. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/02-09-2021%20Textbook%20Grant.php The new grant will save students millions of dollars by creating free textbooks and other open-learning materials. Chris McGuinness Tue, 09 Feb 2021 15:17:46 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/01-15-2021%20Updated%20Statements.php The Board of Trustees approved the new statements at their Jan. 12 meeting. Chris McGuinness Fri, 15 Jan 2021 13:23:49 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/01-13-2021%20Spring%20Classes.php Spring classes begin Jan. 19. Chris McGuinness Wed, 13 Jan 2021 12:05:16 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/01-06-2021%20CE%20Virtual%20Photography%20Exhibit.php The photographs will be featured in a virtual exhibit at the Wilding Museum through Feb. 7. Chris McGuinness Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:52:00 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/01-05-2021%20AHC%20Podcast.php The college released the first episode of the podcast on Jan. 5. Chris McGuinness Tue, 05 Jan 2021 12:50:10 -0800 Podcast Logo AHC Podcast Logo https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/12-18-2020%20Andy%20Densmore%20Retires.php Andy Densmore is retiring after more than 30 years with the academy. Chris McGuinness Fri, 18 Dec 2020 12:36:34 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/12-16-2020%20Suzanne%20Levy%20New%20Trustee.php Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D. swore in AHC Trustee Suzanne Levy in a public meeting on Dec. 15. Chris McGuinness Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:47:12 -0800 Suzanne Levy Suzanne Levy is sworn in as a new AHC Trustee. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/12-11-2020%20PTSC%20and%20Nursing%20Graduations.php Many of the graduates will move on to work for local public safety agencies and healthcare providers. Chris McGuinness Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:50:49 -0800 EMS Graduation EMS graduates at their ceremony at the Public Safety Training Complex. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/12-09-2020%20Chick-fil-A%20Donation.php The scholarship will be available to students who work for the local branch of the restaurant starting in fall 2021. Chris McGuinness Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:24:26 -0800 Chick-fil-A Donation A check is presented to Hancock Superintendent/President Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D from Chick-fil-A at Enos Ranch owner/operator Joey Hickox. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/12-02-2020%20Virtual%20Bulldog%20Bound.php The videos are available for free on Hancock's YouTube channel. Chris McGuinness Wed, 02 Dec 2020 15:41:03 -0800 Virtual Bulldog Bound Culinary instructor Ron Lovell demonstrates how to make cupcakes. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/11-19-2020%20Foster%20Care%20Workshops.php Allan Hancock College is offering free, online training and classes for foster parents. Mat Burciaga Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:52:53 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/11-6-2020%20Reg%20Events.php The events will take place Nov. 9-10 at the Santa Maria campus and Lompoc Valley Center. Chris McGuinness Fri, 06 Nov 2020 09:37:35 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-20-2020%20Spring%20Classes.php Spring classes begin Jan. 19, 2021. Chris McGuinness Tue, 20 Oct 2020 13:46:14 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-19-2020%20Cash%20for%20College%20Workshops.php Thirty "Cash for College" workshops will be offered from Oct. to Feb. 2021. Chris McGuinness Mon, 19 Oct 2020 13:39:10 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-15-2020%20CE%20Classes.php Classes are available through the college's Community Education program. Chris McGuinness Thu, 15 Oct 2020 14:53:56 -0700 Community Education Building S on the Santa Maria campus https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-14-2020%20Virtual%20Art%20Show.php Photography work by Marcos Dorado will be on display Oct. 19-Dec. 14. Chris McGuinness Wed, 14 Oct 2020 14:12:36 -0700 Marcos Dorado Marcos Dorado and his art. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-09-2020%20Dimensions%20in%20Dance.php The performances will be available Oct. 14-16 at 7 p.m. Chris McGuinness Fri, 09 Oct 2020 11:12:49 -0700 Dimensions in Dance Students dancing https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-07-20%20Mental%20Health%20Forum.php The virtual forum will be held on Oct. 22 from 6-8 p.m. Chris McGuinness Wed, 07 Oct 2020 14:18:22 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/10-06-2020%20Frightmare%20Forest%20Canceled.php The haunted maze event is a fundraiser for the Hancock men's basketball team. Chris McGuinness Tue, 06 Oct 2020 13:19:46 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/09-30-2020%20Fine%20Arts%20Complex%20Groundbreaking.php The groundbreaking ceremony took place on the Santa Maria campus. Chris McGuinness Wed, 30 Sep 2020 15:44:53 -0700 Fine Arts Complex Groundbreaking A groundbreaking ceremony was held on the Santa Maria campus. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/09-23-2020%20Time%20Capsule%20Opening.php The time capsule held contents from the college's 75th anniversary. Chris McGuinness Wed, 23 Sep 2020 15:12:37 -0700 Time Capsule Opening Event https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/09-18-2020%20AHC%20HSI%20Week.php Supportive video messages on social media,a virtual display and more were part of Hancock's HSI Week celebration. Chris McGuinness Fri, 18 Sep 2020 10:57:35 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/09-10-2020%20Model%20A%20Ford%20Club%20Fundraiser.php The fundraiser will be held on Sept. 12. Chris McGuinness Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:58:35 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/09-09-2020%20AHC%20Centennial%20Celebration.php Hancock's Centennial Celebration kicks-off on Sept. 23. Chris McGuinness Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:04:56 -0700 AHC Centennial Allan Hancock College students posing in front of a building. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/09-02-2020%20LVC%20Childcare%20Center.php The center offers quality childcare for infants and preschoolers. Chris McGuinness Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:10:57 -0700 LVC Childcare Center A classroom at the childcare center at the Lompoc Valley Center. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/08-25-2020%20BSU%20Club.php The Black Student Union Club was established on Aug. 24 Chris McGuinness Tue, 25 Aug 2020 15:05:55 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/08-12-2020%20Commencement.php Graduates were honored at a safe and socially distanced drive-through ceremony on Aug. 12. Chris McGuinness Wed, 12 Aug 2020 16:39:05 -0700 2020 Commencement A graduate walking across the stage at commencement. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/08-06-2020%20Community%20Education%20Fall%20Classes.php Fall classes begin Aug. 17. Chris McGuinness Thu, 06 Aug 2020 12:17:42 -0700 Community Education Fall Classes Community Education Fall Classes https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/08-04-2020%20Fall%20Registration.php Fall registration is underway at Allan Hancock College. Chris McGuinness Tue, 04 Aug 2020 13:54:52 -0700 2020 Fall Registration Fall registration is underway at Allan Hancock College. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/AHC%20Fire%20Academy%20Battalion%20145%20Graduation.php A ceremony was held for Battalion #145 at the college's Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc. Chris McGuinness Fri, 31 Jul 2020 15:41:02 -0700 Fire Academy Battalion #145 Fire Academy Battalion #145 graduation. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/07-20-2020%20AHC%20Student%20Trustee.php Ana Rosas Pacheco was sworn in on July 14. Chris McGuinness Mon, 20 Jul 2020 11:33:36 -0700 Ana Rosas Pacheco AHC Student Trustee Ana Rosas Pacheco. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-26-2020%20AHC%20Scholarship.php This year, 304 AHC students received 451 scholarships. Chris McGuinness Fri, 26 Jun 2020 10:55:39 -0700 2020 AHC Marian Scholarship Recipient Jacquelyn Huebner https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-19-20%20BLM%20Town%20Hall.php Hancock hosted a Black Lives Matter: A Student Call to Action Town Hall on June 19. Written by: Chris McGuinness Fri, 19 Jun 2020 15:26:47 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-18-2020%20AHC%20Issues%20DACA%20Statement.php Hancock continues to provide support and services to DACA recipients and undocumented students. Chris McGuinness Thu, 18 Jun 2020 15:26:08 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-16-2020%20AHC%20Library%20Project.php The archive project will preserve COVID-19-related materials, stories, and photos shared by participants. Chris McGuinness Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:26:25 -0700 AHC Library AHC library on the Santa Maria campus. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-12-2020%20AHC%20Wins%20CCPRO%20Awards.php The college was honored during a virtual ceremony on June 10. Chris McGuinness Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:49:02 -0700 Squeeze in Some Classes Squeeze in Some Classes Campaign A cat in a tiny box https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-11-2020%20Community%20Education%20Summer%20Classes.php Summer classes begin June 15. Chris McGuinness Thu, 11 Jun 2020 11:48:09 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-08-2020%20BIGE%20Club%20Receives%20Grant.php The grant was awarded to the club from The Fund for Santa Barbara. Chris McGuinness Mon, 08 Jun 2020 12:33:26 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-05-2020%20Hancock%20Hello%20Virtual%20Event.php First-year students can take tours, attend workshops, and learn more about student services and much more during the virtual event. Chris McGuinness Fri, 05 Jun 2020 13:52:23 -0700 Allan Hancock College Sign outside of Allan Hancock College. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/06-04-2020%20Carl%20Johnson%20Joins%20Music%20Faculty.php Carl Johnson will teach music business this summer at Allan Hancock College. Chris McGuinness Thu, 04 Jun 2020 11:30:08 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-29-2020%20Class%20of%202020.php Hancock students earned a record 2,207 degrees and 850 certificates of achievement this year. Chris McGuinness Fri, 29 May 2020 16:56:00 -0800 Superintendent/President Dr. Kevin G. Walthers, Ph.D delivers a message to the class of 2020. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-21-2020%20Fuel%20Up%20for%20Finals.php AHC students and employees were treated to a free drink from six local coffee shops on May 21. Chris McGuinness Thu, 21 May 2020 12:13:19 -0700 Students and employees were treated to a free coffee. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-20-2020%20Mask%20Campaign.php A group of local leaders and community organizations is encouraging Northern Santa Barbara County residents to wear a mask in public spaces in order to support the economy reopening. Chris McGuinness Wed, 20 May 2020 14:50:07 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-15-2020%20Retirees%20and%20Recognitions.php Sixteen faculty and staff contributed a combined 342 years of service to the college. Chris McGuinness Fri, 15 May 2020 16:05:19 -0700 2020 AHC Retirees A collage of retiring Hancock faculty and staff. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-14-2020%20AHC%20Career%20Academy.php The college's new program is tuition-free; courses are offered online. Chris McGuinness Thu, 14 May 2020 15:21:26 -0700 AHC Career Academy AHC Career Academy is offered online. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-11-2020%20Fall%20Classes.php Fall classes begin Aug. 17. Chris McGuinness Mon, 11 May 2020 15:46:29 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-07-2020%20Student%20Services%20Showcase.php A series of virtual workshops highlighting several of Hancock's programs and services will be held May 18-19. Chris McGuinness Thu, 07 May 2020 15:19:20 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/05-04-2020%20Hancock%20Blue%20Buildings.php Allan Hancock College is lighting two of its buildings blue in honor of first responders and health care workers. Chris McGuinness Mon, 04 May 2020 14:06:14 -0700 Blue Buildings AHC Administration building is lit blue to honor first responders and health care workers. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/20-05-01-AHC-Latino%20Studies%20.php Allan Hancock College will offer a new degree program in Latino/Latina Studies beginning this summer and fall. Chris McGuinness Fri, 01 May 2020 15:12:13 -0700 Student Services Building A photo of the Student Services Building at Allan Hancock College. building, college, student servcies https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/20-05-01-ahc-caresact.php Allan Hancock College students facing financial hardships received direct financial help from the college via the federal government's CARES Act. Chris McGuinness Fri, 01 May 2020 14:39:00 -0800 Hancock Student Services Building Exterior The exterior of the Student Services building at Allan Hancock College. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/04-27-2020%20You%20Got%20This%20AHC.php Dozens of messages supporting and encouraging AHC students have been posted on social media Chris McGuinness Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:11:56 -0700 #YouGotThisAHC A message from AHC staff encouraging and offering support to students https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/untitled.php A week of Promise workshops will be held online. Chris McGuinness Wed, 22 Apr 2020 16:26:46 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/04-20-2020%20Class%20Search%20Opens.php Chris McGuinness Mon, 20 Apr 2020 11:28:51 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2020-04-14%20Hancock%20Football%20Coach.php Seth Damron will lead the Bulldogs football team as head coach in fall 2020. Chris McGuinness Tue, 14 Apr 2020 09:17:37 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-16-20%20AHC%20Extended%20Spring%20Break.php More details regarding the extension of spring break and plans moving forward in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Chris McGuinness Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:55:14 -0700 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/03-12-2020%20Cancelled%20March%20Events%20at%20Hancock.php Here's information regarding events that have been canceled at Allan Hancock College. Chris McGuinness Thu, 12 Mar 2020 13:29:00 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/02-27-20%20SkillsUSACompetition.php The team won multiple first and second-place awards at the SkillsUSA regional competition in Bakersfield. Chris McGuinness Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:16:51 -0800 SkillsUSA Hancock team SkillsUSA team members at the regional competition. https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-02-07-Student-Art-Exhibit.php The college's Fine Arts Student Art Show will be on display Jan. 23-Mar. 13. Chris McGuinness Fri, 07 Feb 2020 10:02:50 -0800 Painting of Woman Painting of Woman Painting of Woman https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2020-01-24%20Harlem%20Globetrotters.php The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are headed to Hancock! Chris McGuinness Fri, 24 Jan 2020 15:47:32 -0800 Harlem Globetrotters Harlem Globetrotters poster Harlem Globetrotters poster https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2020-01-13%20Spring%20Reg.php Spring classes begin Jan. 21. Chris McGuinness Mon, 13 Jan 2020 12:14:40 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-07-01%20Pump%20Pod%20Unit.php The new DRAFTS Pump Pod unit will provide an important training tool for Allan Hancock College's fire academy. Chris McGuinness Tue, 07 Jan 2020 10:45:12 -0800 Pump Pod Pump Pod https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-12-18%20Nutcracker%20Ballet.php This year's show features more than 60 performers of all ages. Chris McGuinness Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:40:00 -0800 Nutcracker 2019 Nutcracker Ballet 2019 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-12-12%20Fire%20Academy%20Graduation.php The ceremony marked the end of a rigorous 18-week academy. Chris McGuinness Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:37:00 -0800 Fire Academy #114 Graduation Fire Academy #114 Graduation https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-12-10%20LE%20Academy%20Graduation.php The recruits completed 830 hours of instruction. Chris McGuinness Tue, 17 Dec 2019 10:18:00 -0800 Law Enforcement Academy #118 Law Enforcement Academy #118 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-11-27%20CARE%20Turkey%20Drive.php The meals were distributed at the college's annual CARE Turkey Fest. Chris McGuinness Tue, 17 Dec 2019 09:56:00 -0800 2019 CARE Turkey Drive 2019 CARE Turkey Drive https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-12-13%20EMS%20Graduation.php The ceremony was held at the Public Safety Training Complex in Lompoc. Chris McGuinness Mon, 16 Dec 2019 11:21:00 -0800 EMS Graduation EMS Graduation EMS Graduation https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-11-22-truck-driving.php Start your career in the commercial trucking industry today! Public Affairs Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:43:00 -0800 Truck Driving Class Man looking at a truck truck driving https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-11-22-CORE.php The ceremony was held at the college's Public Safety Training Complex Public Affairs Mon, 25 Nov 2019 11:47:00 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-11-05-toyota-donation.php A special ceremony was held to mark the generous donation on Nov. 4 Phil Hamer <phamer@hancockcollege.edu> Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:57:00 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-11-09-Open-registration.php Hundreds of Classes to choose from Public Affairs Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:54:00 -0800 https://www.hancockcollege.edu/news/newsreleases/2019-11-18-faculty-exhibit.php The art will be on display now through Dec. 12 phamer@hancockcollege.edu Tue, 19 Nov 2019 16:23:00 -0800 Instructor Art