Event TONIGHT!

Join us tonight for the AfroFest Ball, a vibrant evening celebrating culture, music, and community at SRJC. RSVP through the Eventbrite link.

Scholarships

SRJC Scholarships

Apply by March 2

The Foundation Scholarship Application is now open on AwardSpring! All students who apply will receive a $600+ Doyle Scholarship and may be eligible for additional scholarships, including the Doyle Housing Scholarship for Polly Hall residents. Watch this video for a brief application tutorial.

Apply Here

LewerMark Scholarship

Apply by April 1

LewerMark’s Spring 2026 “Make Your Mark” Scholarship is now open to international students at SRJC. Seven students will each receive a $3,000 award for designing a scholarship that reflects their values and vision for creating positive change in their home country. Applications are open through April 1.

Apply Here

Upcoming Transfer Events

Chico State University

Friday 3/6, 6:15am/6:45am

The SRJC Transfer Center is hosting a campus visit to CSU Chico on Friday, March 6, 2026. Space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact the Transfer Center for more information!

Sonoma State University

Tuesday 3/24, 11:00am-12:30pm

Wednesday 4/18, 10:00am-11:30am

An SSU representative will be at SRJC on 3/24 and 4/18 in Plover Hall 526 to provide transfer advising for ISP students. Learn about Cal State Apply, F-1 transfer requirements, and a new international student scholarship of up to $5,000. Stop by to get your questions answered and explore your next steps toward transferring to SSU.

F-1 Visa Regulation Reminders

As an F-1 international student, you are required to follow all Visa Rules & Regulations.

Program Extensions

Please review the Program End Date on page 1 of your Form I-20 to make sure it covers the time needed to complete your degree at SRJC. If you have changed your major or received a Reduced Course Load, you may need additional time. Meet with Amanda Mansfield during ISP Drop-In Hours (Tues/Thurs, 9:00am-2:00pm) or schedule an appointment to update your Education Plan, then submit a Program Extension Request before your current I-20 expires. ⚠️Immigration regulations may change soon, so please take action as early as possible.

Check Your I-94 After Each Entry

Every time you enter the U.S. in F-1 status, a new electronic I-94 record is created by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). You can access and download your most recent I-94 here. This document confirms the immigration status in the U.S.. It is very important to review this record carefully after each arrival to make sure your status and “Admit Until” information are correct. Please download and save a copy for your personal records.

Report Address Changes

Immigration regulations require F-1 students to notify their DSO within 10 days of moving to a new address. You can do this by updating your profile information in your Student Portal. Please make sure your address is always up to date to avoid delays or issues with your immigration record.

If you have any questions about these rules and regulations, you can book an appointment or email the ISP Advisor at ralvarez@santarosa.edu.

Bear Cub Hub Update

Your Student ID Number is changing

You will receive your new Student ID at your Bear Cub Gmail account on March 23. You will need this number to access the new Bear Cub Hub which launches on April 1.

If you haven't yet activated your Bear Cub Gmail account, be sure to do this as soon as possible. SRJC will only communicate with you via this account going forward.

Reminder: Weekly Club Meetings

International Club

Thursdays, 12-1pm in Plover 526

Join the International Club to meet people, share cultures, and support each other! Sign up here or come to the next meeting and check it out.

Important Dates & Deadlines

Date	Description
Friday, February 27	Student Services Retreat (ISP closed)
Monday, March 2	SRJC Scholarship Application Deadline
Friday, March 6	CSU Chico Field Trip
Monday, March 16 - Sunday, March 22	Spring Break (No classes)
Monday, March 23	SRJC Emails New Student ID Numbers
Tuesday, March 24	SSU Transfer Application Workshop
Tuesday, March 31	Cesar Chavez / Dolores Huerta Day (No classes, District closed)
Sunday, April 1	SRJC Launches Bear Cub Hub
Sunday, April 1	LewerMark Scholarship Application Deadline

More important dates and deadlines can be found on the Academic Calendar.

International Student Spotlight

Meet Dinan!

Growing up in Cambodia, I was taught that education is the most powerful form of stability, and moving to the United States challenged me to apply that belief in a completely new environment. Living alone in the United States has shown me both the challenges and rewards of independence, and even though I miss being surrounded by my family, their encouragement motivates me to stay strong. Cambodia is unique because of its rich history, strong cultural identity, and resilient people, and it is home to Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. I chose to come to the United States because I wanted to live independently, expand my perspective, and pursue growth over comfort.

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