During Opening Day, staff and faculty members were encouraged to invest in our students and community, enhance our teaching and learning environments, and transform the narratives of individuals and families of our campus. Guest speaker Dr. Daniel Walker enlivened the crowd with this narration of his family history and close ties with SBVC. An author, educator, and filmmaker, Dr. Walker marched through the aisles of the historic Auditorium, urging the audience members to impact the lives of students through Guided Pathways. President Diana Z. Rodriguez closed the presentation by reflecting on the achievements the campus had accomplished this past academic year, encouraging the staff and faculty members in attendance to fulfill the goals of the upcoming semesters. In doing so, SBVC staff, faculty, and administrators can further help students reach their academic goals.