The SCCC Cosmetology program launched another round of graduates with a pinning ceremony Dec. 12 in the Showcase Theater. Program director Mayra Hernandez and instructors Marlen Gallegos and Geddy Martinez awarded certificates to 11 students completing the program:
Adamaris De La Torre, Anay Rodriguez, Isaiah Almeida, Keylan Cruz, Sarahi Lucena, and Yakelin Perez, all of Liberal; Alexa Marquez of Perryton, Texas; Maria Espinoza and Shirley Rodriguez of Guymon, Okla.; Bethany Ellis of Richfield; and Nela Wall from Sublette.
A new cohort of cosmetology students begins study in January 2026, along with the continuing students who began in August 2025.