A little light makes a big difference! 🎥💡 SFCC Media Productions I students put three-point lighting techniques into practice, learning how to create well-lit shots in both indoor and outdoor settings.

A resource for every Roadrunner. 💙 SFCC’s Food Pantry and Caring Closet is open to all SFCC students and employees. No forms to fill out and no questions asked. 📍South doors of the Library in Yeater Learning Center Room #186 🕢Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Financial donations can be made at bit.ly/SFCCFoundation. Include “Food Pantry and Caring Closet” in the form’s subject line. Questions? Contact the SFCC Foundation at (660) 596-7249 or foundation@sfccmo.edu.

SFCC Student Government President Jacob Merritt, Vice President Shane Wallace and Secretary Benedict Brown attended the American Student Government Association Conference in Boston on Sept. 12. Way to go, Roadrunners! 💙

Dr. Treaka Young and Keith Lucas visited Blair Oaks High School Wednesday to give students a glimpse of life as a Roadrunner. 💙 Want to see for yourself? Join us for Roadrunner Preview Day to explore campus, programs and your future at SFCC! ⏰ Register by Oct. 6: connect.sfccmo.edu/portal/pr…

SFCC’s Kurtis Griess and Leah Mullen recently caught up with Molly Prichard, SFCC’s Arts and Sciences Division Distinguished Student for the Class of 2025, at the Missouri Community College Association (MCCA) Student Leadership Institute on Sept. 16 at Lincoln University in Jefferson City. Since graduating from State Fair Community College, Molly has continued building on her experience in leadership, public service and policy. She is finishing her final year of a bachelor’s degree in agribusiness with a minor in political science and plans to graduate in May. Following her time at SFCC, Molly spent a summer working in Washington, D.C., for U.S. Sen. Eric Schmitt. She also worked with MCCA as a legislative intern, supporting conference planning and state legislative efforts. She is currently a policy and outreach intern with the Missouri Attorney General’s Office. We’re proud to see Molly continuing to grow, lead and pursue new opportunities. Once a Roadrunner, always a Roadrunner! 💙

High school juniors and seniors! 🚨 Are YOU registered for Roadrunner Preview Day? Come to the SFCC–Sedalia campus on Friday, Oct. 9 and learn what life as a Roadrunner is all about. 💙 Spots are filling fast, so make sure to register before Oct. 6! connect.sfccmo.edu/portal/pr…

🚜 Big Rig Day at Skyline Elementary! Today, SFCC Farm Manager Tye Jones rolled up in a college tractor to give kindergarteners an up-close look at agriculture. We're grateful to build strong K–12 relationships and inspire learners of all ages! 💙

SFCC Construction Management students, pictured with instructor Logan Carter, poured concrete for new bike racks outside the Campus Housing Complex. Thank you to everyone who helped make this hands-on project possible! 👷🚲

Thank you to every student, employer and transfer institution that participated in the annual Job and College Transfer Fair! 💙 We’re glad our students had the opportunity to make connections, explore career paths and learn more about their options after SFCC.

SFCC students Jacob Merritt, Shane Wallace, Nakeisha Borden-Chaney, Carsten Smith, Juana De Durana, Michael Perez-Hornsby and Masyn Kruse attended the Missouri Community College Association Student Leadership Institute Sept. 16 at Lincoln University in Jefferson City. They spent the day learning about leadership, advocacy and Missouri government, connecting with student leaders from across the state, meeting with legislators at the Missouri State Capitol and touring the Governor’s Mansion. Kurtis Griess, associate dean of admissions and student success, and Leah Mullen, student engagement coordinator, accompanied the group. We’re proud of our Roadrunners for representing SFCC! 💙

Active Minds at SFCC and SFCC Counseling Services brought 988 Day to campus. 💚 On Tuesday, Sept. 8, students gathered in Yeater Lobby for resources, activities and support focused on mental health and well-being. #SFCC #988Day #MentalHealthAwareness #YouMatter

Fall is blooming at SFCC! 🌼Shop the SFCC Horticulture Club’s Mum Sale through Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mums are $15 each or 2 for $25, with fountain grass for $20, coleus combos for $20, alternanthera for $5, sweet potato vine for $10, and fall planters for $40. Stop by and find the perfect plants for your fall garden!

We remember the lives lost and honor the courage and resilience of so many on this 25th anniversary of September 11. We will never forget.

SFCC employees Kristy Woolery, director of Concurrent Learning, and Leah Mullen, student engagement coordinator, recently received 2026 NISOD Excellence Awards in recognition of their outstanding dedication to students, colleagues and the college. 💙 🔗Read more: sfccmo.edu/news/2026-09-09-s…

🌎 Different countries. Different cultures. One Marathon. We’re proud to welcome international students from around the world to SFCC. We’re glad you’re here, Roadrunners! 💙

Loving life at SFCC 💙

Students!📱If you receive a text from Dash, don’t worry, it’s not spam—it’s us! Dash is SFCC’s new chatbot, designed to answer questions, send helpful reminders and keep you connected with important information throughout the year. Go ahead and save the number to your contacts so you’ll know it’s SFCC when Dash checks in. 💙

Welcome home, Roadrunners! 💙

On Monday, Dr. Brent Bates addressed SFCC employees during his final convocation as president, reflecting on our commitment to keeping students at the center of everything we do. 💙 As he prepares to retire at the end of 2026, we are deeply grateful for his leadership, dedication, and lasting impact on SFCC. Thank you, Dr. Bates!

State Fair Community College has been named Missouri’s Best Technical College for 2027! 🏆 SFCC is preparing the workforce of tomorrow through hands-on learning, industry-driven programs and skills that lead to great careers. Proud to be Missouri’s best. 💙