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Brandman University Celebrates Three Year Partnership with Solano Community College

FAIRFIELD, CA - Working together in close partnership since 2009, Solano Community College (SCC) and Brandman University's Early Advantage Educational Partnership ensures that SCC students who participate in the program are guaranteed acceptance to Brandman University upon completion of their associate's degree. Brandman, a part of the Chapman University System, is a high-quality, non-profit, affordable private educational option that offers SCC students transferable coursework in the following programs: Applied Studies, Business, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Legal Studies, Liberal Studies/Multiple Subjects Teaching, Organizational Leadership, Psychology, Social Science, and Sociology. Many students have benefitted from the arrangement which allows them to continue on their college path without interruption, complete their degree in less time, stay local, and even work full-time while attending school.

To celebrate their three year partnership, Brandman will be hosting an event at SCC for students, faculty and staff on April 24, 2012 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside the Café in the Student Center Building #1400 at the SCC Fairfield campus.   Lunch will be hosted on the patio outside the café. Lunch is free, but tickets are limited and should be obtained early. Guests can pick up a ticket at the Brandman University table at SCC-Vacaville on April 16; SCC-Vallejo on April 17; and SCC-Fairfield from April 18-24. Dignitaries from both Brandman University and Solano Community College will be in attendance. Attendees can learn more about transfer options and the programs Brandman offers.

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Exceptional Vallejo Teen Wins Youth of the Year Honor for Continentals of Omega Boys and Girls Club 

As the first Youth of the Year in the 46 years Continentals of Omega Boys & Girls Club has been in existence, 17 year old Kelvin is a true example of an extraordinary young man recognized by Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) for his sound character, leadership skills and willingness to give back to the community.

Being named Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive. As BGCA's premier youth recognition program, Youth of the Year recognizes outstanding contributions to a member's family, school, community and Boys & Girls Club, as well as overcoming personal challenges and obstacles. Youth of the Year encourages Club members to reach their full potential by achieving academic success, leading healthy lifestyles and contributing to their communities. Youth of the Year honorees are shining examples and living proof that great futures start at Boys & Girls Clubs.

"The Boys & Girls Club is a place where I can hang out after school with my friends, help other kids complete their homework, and also be a leader who helps provide a safe place after school. I enjoy teaching the Members things they didn't know how to do, like reading, writing, and also leadership skills, which are a win, win situation, because they help me too. A college degree is the foundation of a new beginning, especially for me. The power that you get from an education can help you progress in life, be an example for the younger kids you have around you, and eventually, give back to the community and Club that helped raise you." said Youth of the Year Kelvin Jones.

Two Suites Available for Lease on Mare Island, Building 126 

SUITE 100/200

• Size ±24,996 SF
• Clear Height: ±24'
• Cranes: One (1) three ton and two (2) two ton bridge cranes, plus numerous
  two (2) ton jib cranes
• Power: 3,000 Amps, 277/480 volt, 3 phase electrical service to building
• Loading: Four (4) large grade level doors to space
• Equipped with office, storage rooms, clean room and restrooms. Additional 2nd floor office space available
• Waterfront views
• Year Built: ±1985
• Sprinklered

  SUITE 400

• Size ±16,745 SF
• Clear Height: ±40'
• Power: 3,000 Amps, 277/480 volt, 3 phase electrical service to building
• Loading: Two (2) large (±20'x20') grade level doors to space
• Small office and two (2) restrooms. Additional 2nd floor office space available.
• Waterfront views
• Year Built: ±1985
• Sprinklered

For more information please contact:

Ryan Smyth, Associate

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Brown Bag Business 101 Series

by Charles Eason, Director Solano College Small Business Development Center 

The Solano College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a monthly Brown Bag Business 101 series of classes to assist business owners looking to start or expand a business. The Business 101 series will consist of five classes around business basics such as business planning, marketing, recordkeeping, customer service, and financing.

The classes will be offered from noon to 2 pm on Wednesdays at the SBDC. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch for these interactive sessions. Below is a summary of the Business 101 classes that will be offered each month:

Business Planning 101 - Learn how a business plan is your roadmap to your success and key to securing funding.   This lunch time training will cover the key elements of a business plan. An SBDC Business Advisor will walk you through the critical parts of a business plan.

Marketing 101 - Marketing is an important function or operating your business. During this lunch time training, an SBDC Marketing Advisor will provide the guidelines for conducting market research, defining your target market, and developing a marketing plan to reach your target market.

Financing 101 - This workshop is designed to familiarize business owners with the key fundamentals of debt and equity financing.  An SBDC Business Advisor will provide information on what types of financing are available for small businesses and what it takes to qualify for financing. Learn about conventional loans, SBA guaranteed loans, State guaranteed loans, city and county loan programs, and microloans available in Solano County.

Recordkeeping 101 - Records and paperwork are a large part of running any business and the foundation to managing your business effectively.   The shoebox method doesn't work. Learn the how and why you need to keep business records. An SBDC Business Advisor will help start-up and existing business owners with the framework of recordkeeping and budgeting.

Customer Service 101 - This Brown Bag lunch training is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills and attitudes to effectively meet and exceed customer expectations. Participants will learn how to enhance customer service communication techniques, learn how to handle customer complaints in a positive manner, and understand key elements of customer satisfaction and retention.

In addition to the business basics classes, the SBDC also offers specialized classed on Social Media Marketing, Intro to QuickBooks, Government Procurement, etc. For more information about the Brown Bag Business 101 classes or other classes, contact the Solano College Small Business Development Center at (707) 864-3382 or visit www.solanosbdc.org.

Brandman University Celebrates Three Year Partnership with Solano Community College 

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Chancellor Gary Brahm of Brandman University said, "These types of partnerships between community colleges and Brandman University will continue to play an important role in students pursuing a higher education especially at a time when the economic crisis is forcing the California State University and University of California systems to limit enrollments."

Due to California's budget crunch, SCC has announced that they will no longer be offering a summer session. Brandman offers a full schedule of classes in the summer that SCC students can choose from. Any SCC student that enters into a Bachelor's degree program will have access to enhanced cooperative academic and student services including advising services, information sessions, technology support and educational plans.  The agreement also allows students access to Web Advisor and Brandman University academic advisors while still attending community college and taking transferable coursework. Brandman University waives all application and transfer fees for students in the program.

Those interested in learning more about the Early Advantage Program should contact Brandman University at (707) 863-0990. Brandman University's Fairfield campus is conveniently located at 4820 Business Center Drive, Suite 100 in Fairfield, California in the Green Valley/Cordelia area.

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Exceptional Vallejo Teen Wins Youth of the Year Honor for Continentals of Omega Boys & Girls Club 

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KJ biological Father was reported to be incarcerated in Clarksburg Penitentiary, his other brother and cousin were also system involved, and it looked like he was headed down the same path. At age eleven he first started at the club, he was reluctant and felt as if the Club was for babies or a babysitter, he stopped going and started to hang out with the wrong crowd. When KJ returned he began to understand what the Boys & Girls Club was really all about, and that the other people he was hanging out with, were not really there to help him succeed, but were guiding him down the path of destruction.

KJ participated in Youth Partnership, a program which solves community issues through leadership building. KJ has been celebrated by the Peoples School staff. His principle, Mr. Kelly noted his incredible attributes and has placed him in a leadership role, in the developing their School Based mentoring program "Emerging Gentlemen", where he is now the President. He works with Camp Fire (GEC), Teen Connection, Peoples High School Leadership program, and volunteers at the Continentals of Omega Boys & Girls Club. KJ was also awarded by the Teen Connection program as the Mentee of the Year. KJ has brought his grades and credits up so he will be able to attend Jesse Bethel High School next year, his senior year. He has aspirations of attending Stanford going towards a law degree, or another field in Law Enforcement.

On Monday, March 19, in front of Club Members and special guests, KJ was honored by Program Director Essex Cook, Staff and Football Coach Eric Stewart, Executive Director Wendy B. Jones, Mr. Edison Kelly of Peoples High School, and Ms. Florence Parks of Fighting Back. The Omega fraternity purchased a suit for KJ to wear to Apple Headquarters on Tuesday, March 20 where he will receive his Youth of the Year medallion. Mrs. Jones also awarded him with a certificate and Macy's gift card in order to purchase him another suit and other needed items needed as he represents the club around the city of Vallejo. It is easy to understand why he was chosen as our Youth of the Year.

Continentals of Omega Boys & Girls Club An investment in our future. Motivating youth to do their best in life.

About Boys & Girls Clubs of America

For more than 100 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (www.bgca.org) has enabled young people, especially those who need Clubs most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Today, some 4,000 Boys & Girls Clubs serve more than 4.2 million young people through Club membership and community outreach. Clubs can be found throughout the country and on U.S. military installations worldwide, providing young people 6-18 years old with guidance-oriented character development programs conducted by trained, professional staff. Key programs emphasize leadership development; education and career exploration; community service; technology training; financial literacy; health and life skills; the arts; sports, fitness and recreation; and family outreach. In a Harris Survey of alumni, 57 percent said the Club saved their lives. National headquarters are located in Atlanta.