SBCC Radiography Lab administrators, Board members and administrators, and Santa Barbara
City Council members officially introduce the college's new state-of-the-art Radiography
Lab. From left to right: Assistant Professor, Medical Imaging Sciences Dept. Israel
Fonseca; Santa Barbara City Councilmember Oscar Gutierrez; SBCC Board President Jonathan
Abboud; SBCC Board Vice President Kyle Richards; Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Director
Bruce Oda; SBCC Board Member David Morris; Superintendent/President Erika Endrijonas
Ph.D.; SBCC Board Member Dr. Charlotte A. Gullap-Moore, DNP; and Santa Barbara City
Councilmember Eric Friedman.
January 26, 2026
SBCC Radiography Lab Refreshed and Ready to Serve Santa Barbara and the Central Coast
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (January 26, 2026) — Santa Barbara City College (SBCC) proudly celebrated the grand opening of its newly
renovated and refreshed Radiography Lab on January 21, 2026, marking a major milestone
for one of the college’s most impactful and in-demand workforce program.
The updated lab reflects years of careful planning, collaboration and commitment to student success, while strengthening SBCC’s role as a regional leader in healthcare education.
“This program stands out for the profound, positive change it has brought to this community,” said SBCC Superintendent/President Erika Endrijonas, Ph.D., noting the program’s long-standing impact on local healthcare systems and patient care.
The renovated Radiography Lab is designed to support problem-based learning, giving students hands-on experience with modern imaging equipment and realistic clinical scenarios. The space prepares students not only to produce high-quality diagnostic images, but also to deliver patient-centered care.
“Every day, Radiologic Technology students cross into clinical sites across three counties,” shared Radiography Faculty Chair, Bruce Oda, M.A.O.L., RT (R) “Students learn how to produce high-quality images and care for patients with compassion, cultural humility, and professionalism.”
The program’s success is reflected in its exceptional outcomes:
• 95% job placement over the past five years
• 100% pass rate on the national certification exam
“These results are the product of intentional collaboration,” Endrijonas emphasized. “Our clinical preceptors, hospital partners, and dedicated faculty work hand in hand to ensure our students receive exceptional training and support. Their collective commitment and mentorship form the foundation of our program’s continued success.”
“This lab represents years of planning and collaboration,” Oda continued, highlighting the collective effort among faculty, staff, clinical partners and the broader SBCC community.
The renovated lab also supports four key strategic initiatives for the Radiography Program:
1. Preparing students with early exposure to multiple imaging modalities, allowing them to advance more quickly into the workforce.
2. Responsibly increasing enrollment and internship opportunities to meet regional healthcare demand.
3. Supporting local students by strengthening pathways from high school into radiography careers.
4. Building a pre-radiography pipeline in partnership with Allan Hancock College, expanding access and awareness in medical imaging.
With this renovation, SBCC reaffirms its commitment to innovation, equity and workforce readiness—ensuring graduates are well-prepared to serve patients and communities throughout the Central Coast.
The updated lab reflects years of careful planning, collaboration and commitment to student success, while strengthening SBCC’s role as a regional leader in healthcare education.
“This program stands out for the profound, positive change it has brought to this community,” said SBCC Superintendent/President Erika Endrijonas, Ph.D., noting the program’s long-standing impact on local healthcare systems and patient care.
The renovated Radiography Lab is designed to support problem-based learning, giving students hands-on experience with modern imaging equipment and realistic clinical scenarios. The space prepares students not only to produce high-quality diagnostic images, but also to deliver patient-centered care.
“Every day, Radiologic Technology students cross into clinical sites across three counties,” shared Radiography Faculty Chair, Bruce Oda, M.A.O.L., RT (R) “Students learn how to produce high-quality images and care for patients with compassion, cultural humility, and professionalism.”
The program’s success is reflected in its exceptional outcomes:
• 95% job placement over the past five years
• 100% pass rate on the national certification exam
“These results are the product of intentional collaboration,” Endrijonas emphasized. “Our clinical preceptors, hospital partners, and dedicated faculty work hand in hand to ensure our students receive exceptional training and support. Their collective commitment and mentorship form the foundation of our program’s continued success.”
“This lab represents years of planning and collaboration,” Oda continued, highlighting the collective effort among faculty, staff, clinical partners and the broader SBCC community.
The renovated lab also supports four key strategic initiatives for the Radiography Program:
1. Preparing students with early exposure to multiple imaging modalities, allowing them to advance more quickly into the workforce.
2. Responsibly increasing enrollment and internship opportunities to meet regional healthcare demand.
3. Supporting local students by strengthening pathways from high school into radiography careers.
4. Building a pre-radiography pipeline in partnership with Allan Hancock College, expanding access and awareness in medical imaging.
With this renovation, SBCC reaffirms its commitment to innovation, equity and workforce readiness—ensuring graduates are well-prepared to serve patients and communities throughout the Central Coast.
