Jaguars who found their SPOTS

Jaguar Journeys: Alumni in Action

From classrooms to careers, these SJCC alumni are putting their education to work—leading, innovating, and making an impact in their fields and communities.

A New Endowment Honors the Journey of an SJCC Alum Who Began With Nothing
November 20, 2025

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The Long Road to Healing: How a SJCC Alumnus Found His Calling in Medicine
November 14, 2025

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From City College to UCSF: A First-Generation Student’s Path to Dentistry Inspires New Jaguars
November 11, 2025

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By the Numbers: Outcomes That Matter

A snapshot of student achievement at SJCC, highlighting degrees earned, certificates completed, and scholarships awarded in support of academic and career goals.

480+

Graduates

3,000

Guests in Attendance

13–78

Age Range

2026 Chang Scholars

Meet the 2026 Chang Scholars—students preparing to transfer with two years of scholarship support, opening doors to opportunity at four-year universities.

Paula Albornoz Hernandez

UC Berkeley Business Administration

Daniella Barrios

UC Santa Cruz Sociology, Law & Public Policy and Administration of Justice

Rebeca Ibanez Jarquin

Cal State Long Beach Business Accounting

Cathryn Lam

Santa Clara University Communications

Phuong Vy Mai

San José State University Mathematics

Bryan Santos Morataya

San José State University Administration of Justice

Nguyen Minh Ha (Hazel) Tran

San José State University Nutrition and Dietetics, and Health Management

Owen Trelles

UC Santa Barbara Economics

Emilio Valdez

UC Berkeley Communications Studies/Rhetoric

Ganna Zgama

UC Berkeley or University of Southern California Communications and Mass Media Studies

Thaw Tar Swe (Daisy) Zin

San José State University Business Administration and Management

2025 Chang Scholars

Maria Ambrocio

UC San Diego Psychology

Levi Balbuena

SFSU Journalism

Christopher Burkhardt

Clark Atlanta U. Psychology

Lindsay Chavez

San José State University Business Entrepreneurship

Solana Gurrea

San José State University Communication Studies

Priyam Tated

UC Davis Computer Science

2024 Chang Scholars

Antonio Barreto

San José State University Business Administration (Accounting)

Duke Dekowski

San José State University Engineering Technology (Network Management)

Jeannette Martello

San José State University Social Work

Grace Muamba

San José State University Economics

Zulma Plascencia

San José State University Psychology

Arlene Rodriguez

San José State University Business Administration (Accounting)

Veronica Torres

San José State University Liberal Studies

Finding Their SPOT: Supported Student Success

Meet students who found belonging, guidance, and momentum through SJCC's learning communities and support programs—helping them persist, graduate, and transfer.

Finding Community Through Umoja

Qwavario, a communications major, shares how getting involved through Umoja helped him build meaningful connections and shape his growth at San José City College.

Building Confidence and Connection

Leo, a communications major, reflects on personal growth and the support systems that helped him navigate college while preparing for the future.

Making the Most of Every Opportunity

Joaquin, a communications major, shares how seizing opportunities and staying focused on his goals helped him thrive at San José City College.

Growing as a Student and Leader

Kwante “KJ” Foster, a communications major, shares how getting involved and stepping outside his comfort zone helped him grow as a student and leader.

Beyond the Game: Jaguar Athletes on the Next Level

SJCC student-athletes who have continued their academic and athletic journeys at four-year institutions, proving success extends far beyond the scoreboard.

Some of our Student Athletes!

Men's Basketball

Chinedu Nwankwo

Kentucky Wesleyan

Apollo Eugene

Warner Pacific University

Tariq Weiser

Alaska Fairbanks University

Davis Crilly

Alaska Fairbanks University

AB Gilchrist

Western Oregon University

David Galentine

Union Commonwealth University

Manny Tamarit

Tabor University

Isaiah Saams-Hoy

Washburn University

Women's Basketball

Tatiana Collazo

University of Texas El Paso

Alyssa Malla

Point Loma Nazarene

Track and Field

Natalia Medina

Santa Clara University

Volleyball

Jessalyn Rugnao

Menlo College

Softball

Evangelina Chavarria

William Jessup University

Aleki Ulu

Culver-Stockton University

Maai Ulu

Culver-Stockton University

Jayden Vai

Culver-Stockton University

Justine Valdivia

San José State University

Linda Zuno

San José State University

Izzy Garcia

San José State University

Caitlin Sredanovich

Santa Clara University

Football

Dylan Pruitt

UNC Pembroke

Toby Wang

Lenoir-Rhyne

Will Weber

UTEP

Leeyadaakhan "Khan" Shaw

Northern State University

Will Augenstein

Lewis and Clark College

Jesse R Lajes

Eastern Illinois

Bryon Thompson

San José Sabercats

Justice Toavalu

OUAZ

Derek Aguirre

Anna Maria College

Carson Hersh

Brevard College

Romeo Hughes

Minnesota State University

Machi Robinson

Colorado State University

Jamir Shephard

Anna Maria College

Once a Jaguar, Always a Jaguar

Explore the legacy of notable SJCC alumni whose achievements continue to inspire future generations of Jaguars.

Being a Jaguar means more than where you studied—it's a lifelong connection to a community that shaped your path forward. Whether you went on to transfer, launch a career, or give back in new ways, you remain an essential part of San José City College's story. Your achievements strengthen the legacy of those who came before and inspire the Jaguars who follow.

Visit the SJCC Alumni Page to update your information, explore events, and see how Jaguars continue to make an impact.

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