Santiago Canyon College Alumni Association
Spring 2012 Community Service Gemology Classes
In addition to the regular gemology course offerings, the SCC Gemology program offers interesting and informative classes for the general public. Classes are only one evening and cost merely $35. No prior knowledge required! Click on the "register" links in the listings below to sign up.
Gemstone Buyers Beware! Three Tools to Protect Your Pocket!
Thursday, February 16, 2012, taught by John Eyre. Register for this class.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Gems & Jewelry
Thursday, February 23, 2012, taught by Lothar Vallot. Register for this class.
What's New with Old Jewelry
Wednesday, February 29, 2012, taught by Diana Cinamon Sanders. Register for this class.
Jewelry Appraising Explained
Thursday, March 15, 2012, taught by Lothar Vallot. Register for this class.
The Jewelry Bench Explained
Thursday, April 19, 2012, taught by Lothar Vallot .Register for this class.
Visit our Events page for more information about our rrecent and upcoming activities.
Don't Miss These Fantastic Gem Exhibits...
San Diego Museum of Natural History:
All That Glitters - The Splendor and Science of Gems & Minerals
May 15, 2010 - May 15, 2012. Go to our Events page for more information.
Garnet Queen
The slideshow below is from the October 30, 2010 field trip to the Garnet Queen Mine in the Santa Rosa Mountains in Riverside County. Visit our Events page for a video of the trip, and for details about other events..
A Word of Thanks from Santiago Canyon College...
Santiago Canyon College appreciates the efforts of the student alumni and part time faculty who provide support to the College Gemology Program. The charitable efforts and educational support of this alumni organization has and will continue to be significant in the long term success of the College Gemology Program. The volunteer effort of this organization to raise funds and recruit new students has been a major factor in keeping the program alive and well.
Their support has been most appreciated by this College.
Sincerely,
Mary Halvorson
Vice President, Academic Affairs (retired)
