Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) is set to welcome thousands of students next week as the fall semester begins. The campus, which has been unusually quiet over the past few days, will soon buzz with activity as classes start a month before the nearby University of California, Santa Barbara.
Registration Still Open
Prospective students have until the start of the semester to register for courses. The college encourages anyone interested to visit the official registration pages at sbcc.edu/classes or sbcc.edu/extendedlearning for detailed information on class offerings and enrollment procedures.
Campus Support and Staff
Several SBCC staff members are alumni of the college and are eager to assist new students. “I am excited for the semester to begin and for students to come here and get help,” said Jason Berdan, a staff member who graduated from SBCC. “I look forward to seeing the campus become lively again.”
Student Perspectives
Students arriving from out of state expressed enthusiasm about the move. Jaxen Crabtree, who traveled from Vancouver, Washington, described Santa Barbara as “the most beautiful place I have ever been at” and said the setting adds to the excitement of starting college. Beau Newman echoed the sentiment, noting, “I am excited for new experiences, meeting new people, and seeing what college life is like.”
Athletics and Cheerleading
Many athletes, including members of the cheerleading squad, have already begun training. Odisea Daal, a cheerleader from Carpinteria, highlighted the benefit of living at home while participating in the program. “I cheered my last year at Carp High, love cheerleading, and was accepted into the summer program,” Daal said. She will join the Vaqueros in a red‑and‑white scrimmage this Saturday at 6 p.m.
Transportation to Isla Vista
SBCC anticipates a high volume of students using the bus service that connects the campus to Isla Vista, a popular residential area for many attending both SBCC and UCSB. The college reminds riders to check schedules and register for the service as needed.
Looking Ahead
With registration still open and campus resources ready, SBCC aims to provide a smooth transition for students returning to academic life. The college’s website features a countdown clock to the start of classes, underscoring the anticipation across the community. Local news outlets will continue to cover the opening weeks of the semester, highlighting events, student activities, and academic opportunities.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
