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SLCC Magazine 75th Anniversary 2023 Special Edition
A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Welcome to this commemorative edition of SLCC Magazine—an homage to our remarkable journey and a glimpse into the rich history of Salt Lake Community College!
Seventy-five years ago, on September 14, 1948, the College forged a visionary partnership with the state of Utah. Known as Salt Lake Area Vocational School in those first days, SLCC served as a beacon of opportunity for 246 students, many returning from World War II, in search of a new career. Students found meaningful training in essential trades such as nursing, welding, electronics and food service.
Our first official motto was “Learn to Earn, Learn to Live” and echoed through our hallways. Today, our mission remains much the same—we inspire and equip students to embrace a future brimming with possibility. Whether our graduates continue toward a baccalaureate degree or launch rewarding careers, SLCC has been passionately dedicated to assisting in their success.
And our impact extends far beyond our classrooms. Our deeply held belief that college should be available to all pushes us to collaborate with K-12 partners and industry leaders to increase affordability, embrace flexible delivery and remain agile and relevant in our offerings. From 16-year-old students combining college courses with high school completion to 72-year-old students finally achieving their educational dreams, SLCC has touched the lives of millions of Utahns: access and success in education transforms them personally, their families and their communities.
As we begin the next chapter of our story, SLCC is committed, as always, to drive positive change and remaining an integral part of our collective community. Here’s to another 75 years of empowering Utahns to achieve their dreams!
