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🎉 Huge congratulations are in order! Join us in celebrating Karissa Lowery for passing the CSR exam! 👩‍⚖️✍️

Your hard work, dedication, and countless hours of practice have officially paid off. We are incredibly proud to have been a part of your journey and can't wait to see you thrive in your official court reporting career.

Drop a comment below to leave your congratulations for Karissa! 👇✨

https://ocag.org/pages/steve-parke-prince-black-white-color

Why We’re Proud to Sponsor the Prince: Black, White, and Color Event 💜
At South Coast College, we believe that education has the power to transform lives, open doors, and build brighter futures. That is exactly why we are incredibly honored to officially sponsor the upcoming Prince: Black, White, and Color event.

While the world knows Prince as a musical genius, a fashion icon, and a boundary-pushing visionary, he was also a fierce, lifelong advocate for education and continuing education.

"I didn't go to college, but I went to school every day." — Prince

Prince understood that learning doesn't stop when you walk across a stage or reach a certain age. He quietly and passionately supported educational initiatives throughout his life because he knew that true empowerment comes from acquiring knowledge and mastering a craft. He believed in giving people the tools to constantly reinvent themselves, grow, and pursue their excellence—values that sit at the absolute heart of everything we do here at South Coast College.

Every day, we see students from all walks of life take control of their futures through our programs. Whether they are starting a brand-new career path or upgrading their skills to reach the next level, they embody that same spirit of relentless curiosity and self-determination.

We are thrilled to celebrate Prince’s extraordinary legacy, his art, and his belief in the power of continuous learning. Thank you to the organizers for bringing this incredible event to life, and thank you to our community for always striving to learn, grow, and inspire.

See you there! ✨

🌟 WE’VE BEEN NOMINATED! 🌟
We are incredibly excited to announce that South Coast College has been nominated for the 2026 Best of Orange County awards under "Best Education Services"!

This nomination is a testament to our amazing community, dedicated staff, and hardworking students. Now, we need your help to bring home the win!

How to Vote:
🌐 Head over to www.bestoforange.com

🔍 Search for "South Coast College"

🗳️ Cast your vote!

📅 Voting is open now through July 2, 2026. Thank you all for your continuous support. Let’s show everyone what makes South Coast College so special!

"Drop some congratulations in the comments for Katelyn! 🎉✨

She officially passed the CSR! Anyone in court reporting knows just how much dedication, countless hours of practice, and pure grit it takes to clear this milestone. Katelyn, your hard work has officially paid off, and the entire South Coast College family could not be prouder of you!

We can’t wait to see you thrive in your official court reporting career! 💼🎙️

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Huge congratulations are in order! 🎓✨

We are beyond proud of Bertha for passing the Qualifier! This is a massive milestone on the road to the CSR, and her hard work and dedication are clearly paying off.

Bertha, your South Coast College family is cheering you on as you take this next big step. Keep that momentum going—you’ve got this! 🥂👏

"Success looks good on you, Hailee! 👏

Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone. Watching our students turn their dreams into reality is exactly why we do what we do at South Coast College.

Wishing you all the best as you step into your professional future! 💼🚀

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Big news in the Court Reporters Department! 🏛️

Please join us in welcoming Patricia Negrete to her new role as an Official Court Reporter. Patricia brings a wealth of experience to the team, having previously served as a CART provider, deposition reporter, and board member for Tri-County College.

With licenses in both California (CSR) and Washington (CRR), and mastery in both voice and machine writing, she is a true powerhouse in the field. Beyond her technical skills, Patricia is passionate about mentoring others and representing the court reporting community with excellence.

When she isn’t capturing the record, you can find her at her canvas—she’s a talented painter!

Help us congratulate Patricia in the comments! 👇

Celebrating Our Own: Yolanda Krieger to Speak at DRA Convention!

We are incredibly proud to announce that Yolanda Krieger, our esteemed Director of the Court Reporting Program, will be a featured seminar speaker at the upcoming Deposition Reporters Association (DRA) Convention!

Yolanda brings a wealth of expertise to the stage, holding the distinction of having passed the Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) exam in both steno and voice—a truly remarkable achievement.

Join Yolanda and other industry leaders at the convention, taking place from April 24 through April 26 in Ventura, CA. This is an excellent opportunity to gain insights, including from the Realtime Seminar and Mock CSR Lineup.

Be sure to check out the full seminar lineup and take advantage of registration pricing on the DRA website!