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Pirate’s Treasure discovered – At Michael’s on Bayou Boulevard
This treasure quest didn’t blow the man down, it was located right here in Uptown! Say hello to our three latest Pirate’s Treasure winners.
Community invited to attend open house at PSC Milton L.I.F.E. Fitness Center
The Pensacola State College Milton L.I.F.E. Center will hold a community open house on Monday and Tuesday, September 17 and 18, from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. in building 4000 on the PSC Milton Campus, 5988 Hwy 90 in Milton.
The event is open to the public and residents of Santa Rosa County and the surrounding communities are invited to tour the facility, which includes a fitness center, indoor track and gymnasium. The L.I.F.E. Center will be showcasing new equipment and fitness center staff will be on-hand to provide information and assist visitors in enrolling in community fitness orientation classes.
74 Pensacola State students inducted into NTHS
Seventy-four Pensacola State College students were inducted into the National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) during a ceremony held Thursday, Sept. 6, in the Student Center.
‘An Evening with Lydia Loveless’ set for Sept. 28 at Pensacola State
Pensacola State College invites you to “An Evening with Lydia Loveless” on Friday, Sept. 28.
Blessed with a commanding, blast-it-to-the-back-of-the-room voice, Loveless will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd.
PSC cybersecurity student keeps his attitude filled with gratitude
“Gratitude is not an emotion, it’s a verb,” declared Pensacola State College cybersecurity student Kiley Godwin. “You can feel like you owe somebody all day long, but it isn’t gratitude until you express it in some way.”
Godwin said he’s working hard to quantify his gratitude with a number – 3.72.
All hands on deck! More Pirate’s treasure clues!
The Pirate’s loot still ain’t been found
So we’ve left clues all around.
A reward awaits the crafty guy who
Locates the treasure right off of Bayou.
The jersey’s framed and on the wall ─
An artsy ode to volleyball!
Jackson, Jordan, Bublé and Phelps
Share the name, if that helps.
Guess the place, ya Scallywag ─
The first to name it gets the bag!
‘Meet Me In My Dream’ photos on exhibit at Pensacola State College
The most recent works of fine arts photographer, Mary Anne Mitchell, are on exhibit in Pensacola State’s Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts through Friday, Oct. 5.
‘Watershed’ photography on display at PSC through Oct. 5
The environmental photography of Jeff Rich is on display in Pensacola State College’s Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts through Friday, Oct. 5.
PSC receives close to $40,000 for scholarships from donations
College received funds from Florida Blue, the Helios Education Foundation, Bank of America, local supporters Pensacola State College received nearly $40,000 on Wednesday to help students pay for the cost of higher education.
Florida College System Foundation to Present Check for Over $27,000 to Pensacola State College
Florida College System Foundation to Present Check for Over $27,000 to Pensacola State College
Who: Florida College System Chancellor and the Florida College System Foundation, along with Florida Blue, Helios Education First Generation scholars and Dream Makers First Generation scholars.
What: Pensacola State College will be presented a check for over $27,000, which private donors have matched with over $27,000 for a total of over $54,000 for student scholarships to be awarded at Pensacola State College.
When: Wednesday, August 29, 1:15 p.m.
PSC instructor earns top prize at international music competition
Pensacola State College’s music instructor Michael Coleman has done it again. Coleman was recently awarded AN ART ARTISTRY prize at another international composition competition. He was one of two U.S. composers to receive the top prize at the event.
Florida College System Foundation to Present Check for Over $27,000 to Pensacola State College
Who: Florida College System Chancellor and the Florida College System Foundation, along with Florida Blue, Helios Education First Generation scholars and Dream Makers First Generation scholars.
What: Pensacola State College will be presented a check for over $27,000, which private donors have matched with over $27,000 for a total of over $54,000 for student scholarships to be awarded at Pensacola State College.
Pensacola State to host College Fairs in September
Pensacola State College has teamed up Escambia and Santa Rosa county school officials to host three College Fairs in September. The events are set for Sept. 9, 10 and 11 on the South Santa Rosa Center, Pensacola campus and Milton campus, respectively.
Pensacola State instructor is a true Work of art
Teaching art is just part of the Work flow for Pensacola State graduate and art professor Paula Work.
Another Pirate’s Treasure quest!
Where is this piece of Pirate’s treasure located? Read the clues and take a guess!
Pirate’s treasure – from the high seas to Applebee’s
Yo-ho-ho and a bottle of fun! The chest of Pirate’s treasure has been discovered!
Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton’ on exhibit at Pensacola State
“Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton,” a collection of the artist’s most sophisticated improvised creations, will be on display at Pensacola State College through Friday, Nov. 30.
Pensacola State to host three College Fairs in September
South Santa Rosa County Schools: 4-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, PSC South Santa Rosa Center, Building 51. The center is located at 5075 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze.
Escambia County Schools: 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 10, PSC campus, Building 3, Hartsell Arena. The Pensacola campus is located at 1000 College Blvd.
North Santa Rosa County Schools: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11, PSC Milton campus, Building 4000, L.I.F.E. Fitness Center. The campus is located at 5988 Highway 98.
Fall Registration Continues at PSC
Registration continues for Pensacola State College Fall Semester. Fall Sessions A & B begin Monday, Aug. 20.
Students may register for Fall Sessions C & D online at www.pensacolastate.edu or visit any Pensacola State location.
Pensacola State’s Admissions, Advising, Cashier, Financial Aid, and Student Support Services offices are open 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday–Thursday the week of Aug. 13-16 and Aug. 20-23. The College resumes normal hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 24.
Klinkenberg to discuss must-read books for Floridians on Aug. 28 at the Amos Studio
While many authors have called Florida home, some truly define the state’s literary heritage.
Award-winning writer Jeff Klinkenberg is coming to Pensacola to discuss some of his favorite Florida books, working his way up from William Bartram in 1791 to Jack E. Davis in 2017, as part of the WSRE Public Square Speakers Series.
Klinkenberg will speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28, in the Jean and Paul Amos Performance Studio at Pensacola State College. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free.
PSC cybersecurity student has the ‘IT’ factor
While the country was dealing with the aftermath of the economic crisis in 2009, Troy Warren was dealing with his own personal crisis.
“I was 30 years old, living with my mother, making $10 an hour and scratching my head not knowing what I was going to do,” said Warren, who hoped to turn his computer hobby into a career.
“Pensacola State College changed my life.”
Undiscovered treasure
Well blow me down, ya Scallywags! The Pirate’s Treasure remains undiscovered! What lucky mate is going to take home the loot? Perhaps Pirate Pete can help you out with this little ditty:
Pensacola State Vet Tech students to hold Dog Wash on Sept. 8
Pamper Fido with a bath and a pedicure from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 8, at Pensacola State College’s Warrington campus, Building 3200, 5555 West Highway 98.
Sponsored by college’s Veterinary Technology students, the dog wash services include a bath, nail trim, ear cleaning and anal gland expression.
Cost is $10 per bath and $5 for each additional service, $20 for all of the services.
Pensacola Choral Society to host YOUNG VOICES 2018 singing contest
Competition is open to high school, college students
The Choral Society of Pensacola will host YOUNG VOICES 2018 singing competition this fall on the Pensacola State College campus.
Open to high school and college students, the four-state competition is set for 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus. The competition will be open free of charge to the public.
PSC Club enjoys primitive camping trip at Nantahala National Forest
welve members of Pensacola State College’s Outdoor Club experienced the adventure of a lifetime June 4 -9 during a leadership and skill-building primitive camping trip to North Carolina.
The students, who were all relative strangers before the outing, worked together to set up campsites, climb mountains, hike trails, identify foliage and natural formations, explore old homesteads and navigate whitewater rafting on Standing Indian Mountain in the Nantahala National Forest.
Pensacola State College – Great education leads to the great outdoors
Learning comes naturally to members of Pensacola State’s Outdoor Club who recently spent about a week on Standing Indian Mountain in the Nantahala National Forest in North Carolina.
PSC Pirate’s treasure found at (air)port
Celebrate your shipmates’ keen eye for treasure – and “Aye” some more clues to find your own bounty!
Pensacola State recognizes 2018 Supervisor, Employees of the Year
Pensacola State recently honored the 2018 Supervisor and Employees of the Year. Some have worked at the College less than 10 years while others have called Pensacola State home for more than 30 years. And then there’s an employee who has been at the College since he was a teenager. All-in-all, they are the best of us.
Pensacola State ranks among most affordable colleges in U.S.
The U.S. Department of Education lists Pensacola State College as a best value among public four-year colleges and universities for the seventh consecutive year.
Pensacola State is ranked 37th on the list of 71 institutions cited for lowest tuition in the U.S. Department of Education’s College Affordability and Transparency annual report. With annual tuition listed as $2,704, Pensacola State is eighth among the 25 Florida colleges to make the most affordable ranking.
Pensacola State veterinary students place at National HOSA event
Two Pensacola State College veterinary science students were placed at the 2018 HOSA National Leadership Conference held June 27-30 in Dallas.
Katherine Gaskill won third place while Christina Zaccardi placed fourth in the Postsecondary/Collegiate Event for Veterinary Science.
Pensacola State to FSU Panama City – Go here. Get there.
Mackenzie Masters has connections.
“I want people to know that I am here as a resource to help direct students and hopefully help more Pensacola State College students to become Seminoles,” Masters explained.
Masters is an admissions officer who helps guide students through Direct Connect – Pensacola State College to Florida State University Panama City, a program which enables Pensacola State students who have earned an Associate of Arts degree to make a seamless transition to FSU Panama City to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
SHOW to stage ‘Hunchback of Notre Dame’ on July 20-22 and July 27-29
More than 30 local high school students will be featured in Pensacola State College’s 28th annual Summer High School Onstage Workshop production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame.”
Set to be staged July 20-22 and July 27-29, Friday and Saturday performances are 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees are 2:30 p.m. in the Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus.
PSC students bring home gold from national SkillsUSA conference
Two Pensacola State College SkillsUSA student-members are among the best of the best after placing first at the organization’s national conference.
Five other Pensacola State student-members placed third and fourth in their competitions during the 54th annual National Leadership and Skills Conference held June 25-29 in Louisville, Kentucky.
Ahoy, Pirates! Claim your treasure!
It has been rumored that our Pirate predecessors sailed our waters and may have first taken refuge in our bayous, bays and inlets hundreds of years ago. Some legends even suggest that these Pirates have hidden their treasure throughout Pensacola! We Kidd you not!
Pensacola State Vet Tech program to host symposium on July 25
Debbie Hill will be the guest speaker at Pensacola State College’s Veterinary Practice Management Symposium set for 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 25.
Pensacola State Vet Tech students to hold Dog Wash on July 28
Pamper Fido with a bath and a pedicure from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, July 28, at Pensacola State College’s Warrington campus, Building 3200, 5555 West Highway 98.
Pensacola State honors Student Excellence Award recipients
More than 120 of Pensacola State’s best and brightest students were honored for their academic achievements at the 2018 Student Excellence Awards Ceremony held in April.
Robinson Honors Program Scholars, friends learn and serve during Costa Rica journey
Some of Pensacola State College’s Robinson Honors Scholars will spend the next few days becoming “citizens of the world” as they learn about Costa Rica. During the 10-day trip, the six scholars along with 14 other Pensacola State students and three faculty members will assist with sea turtle conservation efforts, dine with the Bri Bri indigenous tribe and even visit Territorio de Zaguates, a no-kill dog sanctuary that is home to hundreds of strays.
Texas A&M master’s degree candidate considers Pensacola State his best bet for success
Ronnie Rivera came to Pensacola Junior College to satisfy a bet. His gamble paid off in more ways than he could imagine. Today, the Pensacola resident is working toward a master’s degree from Texas A&M University.
PSC Athletics announces 2017-18 Scholar-Athlete Award winners
Softball player Lia (Amelia) Johnson and baseball player Richard Sorrenti were named Pensacola State College’s Top Male and Female Scholar-Athletes on Wednesday, June 27.
Johnson, a sophomore from Panama City, graduated with an overall 3.91 grade point average and is a two-time NJCAA Academic Student-Athlete Award recipient, a two-time FCSAA Academic All-State and a two-time All-Panhandle Conference Academic performer. She also was named an All-American Scholar Athlete by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association for 2017-2018.
Pensacola State Barbering Club to hold Cut-A-Thon on Saturday
The Pensacola State College Barbering Club will host a Cut-A-Thon from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, June 30.
The event will be held in the Cosmetology Salon, Building 12, on the Pensacola campus.
Pensacola State athletic director inducted into FCSAA Hall of Fame
Pensacola State College Athletic Director Bill Hamilton will be inducted into the 2018 Florida College System Activities Association Hall of Fame.
This fall, Hamilton will start his 35th year in college athletics. Twenty nine of those years have been at Pensacola State where Hamilton was head baseball coach before retiring in 2010, and the college’s athletic director since 1999.
PSC grad selected GRAMMY Music Educator Award quarterfinalist
Pensacola’s own, Joshua Kaye, was nominated for the 2019 GRAMMY Music Educator Award by the PTA at Hellen Caro Elementary School and, now, has been certified as a quarterfinalist.
According to the Recording Academy GRAMMY MUSEUM, Kaye was selected from the 2,800 initial nominees to be a GRAMMY Music Educator Award quarterfinalist. Kaye is among the 188 music teachers, from 177 cities, who now move on to compete in the semifinalist round.
Pensacola State graduate has EOC staff in his corner, walks on to Gators’ squad
Like many high school athletes, Robert Clay had aspirations for a college sports career. His lifelong dream was to play football at the University of Florida, but the odds were stacked against him.
No one in Clay’s immediate family had ever attended college. Not only that, but according to the NCAA, less than 3 percent of high school football players advance to a Division I program.
Al Martin and Friends to present ‘Standing Ovation’ at PSC on June 23
Renowned musician Al Martin and Friends will present “Standing Ovation: The Most Incredible Night of Music!” at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 23, in the Jean and Paul Amos Performance Studio.
PSC’s Xiaolun Chen to be honored by Choral Society of Pensacola
One of Pensacola State’s own ─ Xiaolun Chen – is being honored this month by the Choral Society of Pensacola. Since arriving in the Sunshine State in 1998, Chen has interwoven himself into the community. This year marks his 20th year as the Choral Society’s artistic director.
Pensacola State College kicks off Kids’ College 2018
Are your kids already bored stiff this summer? Pensacola State College has something other than an app for that. Kids’ College 2018 started May 29 and will continue through Aug. 10 on the Pensacola campus. Offering courses in everything from swimming and art to video game designing, Kids’ College is the perfect way for your kids to have a fun but productive summer break.
Pensacola State College Vet Tech program earns full accreditation
“Once you meet the standards, there’s no going back,” says Sarah Meyer-Paterson of Pensacola State’s Vet Tech Accreditation. “If you’re running a good program, you’re constantly looking for ways to improve.”
PSC to screen ‘Long Time Coming: A 1955 Baseball Story’ on Friday
Pensacola State College will screen the sports documentary, “Long Time Coming: A 1955 Baseball Story,” on Friday, May 25.
Pensacola State College to host SQLSaturday #743 on June 2
Pensacola State College will host SQLSaturday #743, free training sessions for Microsoft platforms, on June 2.
PSC students take home gold, silver ADDY awards at district competition
Pensacola State College will be well-represented at the 2018 American Advertising Awards this year. Two students – Kelly Bestgen and Alicia Kanuck ─ won gold awards at the district competition and qualified to compete at the national competition on June 8 in Chicago. The two were among the many Pensacola State students to win at district and regional competitions this year.
14 PSC students inducted into Sigma Beta Delta honor society
Hard work has paid off for 14 Pensacola State students who were inducted into Sigma Beta Delta international honor society during the spring semester. The society recognizes scholarship and achievement of business, management and administration students.
Pensacola State student receives KelbyOne scholarship
A Pensacola State student’s talent and passion for photography has earned her an opportunity to learn from the industry’s best instructors. Kylie Crowell was one of only 25 students in the U.S. to receive a scholarship to attend Photoshop World 2018: A KelbyOne Conference set for May 31-June 2 in Orlando.
PSC recruiter uses personal struggles to inspire, motivate students
It’s a familiar story: a child is born to a teenaged mother; the father is absent. The child lives in public housing and grows up surrounded by poverty, neglect, drug abuse and violence. That’s how Donte Sheppard’s story starts. But where it goes from here, he says, is up to him.
Undeterred by illness, single mom closes in on bachelor’s degree
Quitting was never an option for Donna Jernigan. After overcoming a variety of obstacles, her goals are in sight.
2018 Memorial Day Concert to honor fallen heroes in uniform
The bravery and sacrifices of America’s veterans and armed forces service members will be honored during the 3rd annual Pensacola Memorial Day Concert set for Monday, March 28.
Pensacola State College announces summer hours
Summer hours have started at Pensacola State College and while many offices operate on a 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Thursday schedule until Aug. 3, others will be open on Fridays.
PSC to stage Sherlock Holmes comedy spoof, ‘The Game’s Afoot,’ May 17-20
The Pensacola State College Performing Arts Department will present “The Game’s Afoot” May 17-20 in the Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus.
Pensacola State, Habitat for Humanity to present ‘Artistically Repurposed’
Pensacola State College and Pensacola Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore have partnered once again to present “Artistically Repurposed” art exhibition and auction.
15 PSC students headed for national SkillsUSA conference
Pensacola State College will be well-represented at the SkillsUSA national conference this summer. Fifteen Pensacola State SkillsUSA student-members qualified for the national competition ─ after winning gold at the 2018 Florida SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference. Also, Pensacola State was selected a 2018 Gold Medal Chapter of Distinction, and culinary arts instructor Jimmie Langham was named the 2018 Florida SkillsUSA Advisor of the Year.
PSC to celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month and Pensacola State College will hold a Japanese Tea Ceremony on Thursday, May 10, to celebrate the observance.
Pensacola State College welcomes new volleyball coach
The Pensacola State volleyball team has a new head coach. Jennie Belarmino has joined the college family. Formerly, the head volleyball coach at Lake Sumter State College, Belarmino has a wealth of experience including playing the sport at Ball State University and the University of Illinois.
Pensacola State students shine at Florida HOSA conference
Two Pensacola State College students have advanced to the 2018 HOSA National Leadership Conference after winning at the state conference held in Kissimmee. Katherine Gaskill and Christine Zaccardi placed first and second, respectively, in the veterinary science competition. Ashlee Johnson won fifth-place in the medical math competition.
5 students named to 2018 FCS All-Florida Academic Team
Five Pensacola State College scholars were honored for academic excellence by the Florida College System. Alexandria Bly, Bradley Bunch, Kayla Pope, Miranda Taylor and Victoria Taylor were selected for the 2018 FCS All-Florida Academic Team.
6 students receive $1,000 grants from Florida Theatrical Association
Six Pensacola State College students each received $1,000 grants from the Florida Theatrical Association. Kathan Brannon, Sarah Lane, Veronica Lindholm, Demetrius McNutt, John Chance Ruschel and Jessica Wright were selected based on their leadership, accomplishments and performance abilities.
Pensacola State prepares for Spring Graduations and Nurses Pinning
More than 1,100 students will fulfill lifelong dreams as Pensacola State College, Collegiate High School and the Adult Education Program hold commencement exercises and pinning ceremonies this week.
PSC to host statewide SkillsUSA conference April 30, May 1
More than 1,500 student-craftsmen will descend on the area April 30 and May 1 when Pensacola State College hosts the 2018 SkillsUSA Florida State Leadership and Skills Conference.
Pensacola State College To Waive Fees for Active Duty Military using Tuition Assistance
Governor Rick Scott signed HB 75/Military Assistance Bill on April 6, which authorizes Pensacola State College to waive fees for active duty military students using tuition assistance. The bill unanimously passed the Senate and House on March 13.
Beginning July 1, Florida College System (FCS) institutions, which includes Pensacola State College, will be able to use the U. S. Department of Defense Military Tuition Assistance (MTA) program to waive any portion of fees for student activities and services, financial aid, technology, and capital improvements.
6 students receive $1,000 grants from Florida Theatrical Association
Six Pensacola State College students each received $1,000 grants from the Florida Theatrical Association. Kathan Brannon, Sarah Lane, Veronica Lindholm, Demetrius McNutt, John Chance Ruschel and Jessica Wright were selected leadership, accomplishments and performance abilities.
5 PSC students named to FCS 2018 All-Florida Academic Team
Five Pensacola State College scholars were honored for academic excellence by the Florida College System. Alexandria Bly, Bradley Bunch, Kayla Pope, Miranda Taylor and Victoria Taylor were selected for the 2018 FCS All-Florida Academic Team.
Book Talk: ‘Uncovering the Layers’ featured at the Chadbourne Library
Graffiti Bridge’s ever-changing appearance has provided an opportunity for personal growth for a former Pensacola State College instructor and several friends. During a recent Book Talk, Rachael Pongetti shared how her book “Uncovering the Layers: The Pensacola Graffiti Bridge Project,” became an artistic collaboration.
Philosophy professor encourages students to ‘…Come and stay in our world’
Just because something is good doesn’t mean it is always right. That is one of the life lessons Pensacola State Professor John Holder wants his students to learn in his ethics class. Holder, a proponent of service learning, believes it is our mission to leave the world a better place than we found it.
PSC, Studer Community Institute to host customer service seminar on April 26
Do you need to brush up on your customer service skills? Pensacola State College’s Center for Corporate and Professional Development Training is partnering with the Studer Community Institute to host a seminar on what it takes to attract and keep happy customers.
Century student has the drive, rides bus to PSC classes
Pensacola State’s “Go here. Get there.” motto is more than just four words to Natasha Suggs. For most of her collegiate career at Pensacola State, Suggs, a nursing student ─ set to graduate on May 6 ─ rode ECAT buses from Century to classes on the Warrington and Pensacola campuses. Even though, she has logged a lot of miles, Suggs is thankful to Pensacola State for allowing her to pursue her dreams.
13th annual Big Break Golf Classic set for May 4 at Marcus Pointe
The 13th Annual Big Break Golf Classic is quickly approaching. Proceeds from the event will support student scholarships and programs at Pensacola State. Participants and volunteers are needed – so if golf is your game or you just want to help out, contact the Pensacola State College Foundation.
Pensacola State, Pragda hosting 2018 Hispanic Film Festival
Illegal immigration, racism and homophobia are among the political and social issues to be addressed during this year’s Hispanic Film Festival at Pensacola State College.
Five Spanish-language films – “Carga Sellada,” “¿Quién es Dayani Cristal?,” “El Pelo Mado,” “El Aula Vacia” and “Neruda” – will be shown throughout April during the annual festival co-sponsored by Pensacola State and Pragda.
The free festival is open to the public and the movies have English subtitles. All shows begin at 6 p.m. in Hagler Auditorium, Building 2, on the Pensacola campus.
The dates and movies are:
Pensacola Civic Band to present ‘Heal Our Land’ concert on April 14
The Pensacola Civic Band will present “Heal Our Land,” a concert event celebrating unity through music, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 14, at the Pensacola Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St.
Campus Safety Month 2018
“What can we do to keep our schools safe?” The answers are varied, but the one thing that remains constant is the need to be prepared for the unexpected.
That is what Pensacola State College’s second annual Campus Safety Month was all about.
Beginning March 1 with a Safety Month Kickoff and Law Enforcement Panel, daily events followed including workshops, trainings, discussions and demonstrations designed to foster safety awareness. A “Safety Day” was held on each campus with representatives from local police and fire departments, the American Red Cross, Escambia County Emergency Management Agency, the Arrive Alive Tour Drunk & Distracted Driving Simulator, and Lakeview Center’s SHAPE (Substance-abuse, HIV Assessment & Prevention Education) on hand. Free food, T-shirts and other giveaways were a big hit as well.
PSC Planetarium announces Stress Less Week events
As part of Stress Less Week ─ April 23-27, the Pensacola State College Planetarium will present several shows to help take the edge off.
All of the showings of “Dark Side of the Moon,” Tales of the Maya Skies,” “From Earth to the Universe” and “Two Small Pieces of Glass” will be in the Planetarium, Building 21, on the Pensacola campus. Times and dates of the shows are:
Poetry Slam Champion Neil Hilborn to perform Thursday at Pensacola State
Neil Hilborn has overcome some personal struggles in his life. Rather than let them beat his down, Hilborn turn those battles into poetry.
The 2011 College National Poetry Slam Champion, Hilborn will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 5, in the Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd.
WSRE needs your questions for Northwest Florida legislators
WSRE, PBS for the Gulf Coast, is now accepting viewer questions for the upcoming broadcast of “Legislative Review: Dialogue with the Delegation” set for 7 p.m. today – April 3.
Questions may be submitted by email to questions@wsre.org. Every question must be accompanied by the person’s name and city of residence.
Choral Society of Pensacola to present ‘Her Songs’ on April 21
The Choral Society of Pensacola will celebrate the music of female composers with its presentation of “Her Songs Celebrating Women Composers” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 21, at the First United Methodist Church located at 6 E. Wright St. in Pensacola.
Showcasing music from the 17th century through the 21st century, compositions by six women will be presented by a 60-voice chorus. Selections will range from Italian opera to contemporary Chinese-American influences.
Former police officer shares eye-opening facts on internet threats
Many parents warn their children about “stranger danger.” However, former law officer Chris Wilkinson says stranger danger should not be the only concern.
In an eye-opening presentation on March 13 at Hagler Auditorium, Wilkinson went into detail about the dangers children face today ─ especially on the internet.
Pensacola Guitar Orchestra to celebrate 35th anniversary recital on April 14
The Pensacola Guitar Orchestra – under the direction of Joe Stallings – will hold its 35th Anniversary Spring Recital on Saturday, April 14, at Pensacola State College.
The performance is set for at 7:30 p.m. in Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Admission is free.
Soul Street Dance to bring ‘Breakin Backwards’ show to Pensacola State
The Soul Street Dance troupe has been described as one of the premier dance companies in existence.
On Tuesday, March 20, these four high-energy Houston-based dancers will perform its “Breakin Backwards” show at 7:30 p.m. in Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd.
TRIO Student Support Services ‘shares the love’ with PSC students
Pensacola State College’s TRIO programs staff celebrated National TRIO Day by “sharing the love” with students on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14.
“We wanted to ‘Share the Love’ in order to raise awareness of our TRIO programs here at Pensacola State College,” Student Support Services Director Rachelle Burns said. National TRIO Day is a great opportunity to do that because it’s a day set aside by Congress to recognize who TRIO is and what we do.”
2018 PSC Photography Sunset Contest
Kendall Sainata is the winner of the 2018 Pensacola State College Photography Sunset Contest. Patrons of Jaco’s Bayfront Bar and Grille voted Sainata’s photograph as their favorite during the contest held Feb. 7-28. Pensacola State’s Valerie Lawson won honorable mention in the contest.
Jennifer Hill selected Kelly Services Talent of the Month for February
Jennifer Hill has been selected the Kelly Services Talent of the Month for February.
Hill works at WSRE and is the primary staff person for PBS station’s Imagination Station ─ a free hands-on children’s activity resource room at the Pensacola Bayfront Stadium for children and parents.
4 faculty members to be inducted into Academy of Teaching Excellence
Four Pensacola State faculty members have been selected for induction into the college’s Academy of Teaching Excellence. The faculty members are:
Jeanne Branch, Assistant Professor, Business
Roberta Harvey, Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences
Dr. Vasanth Ramachandran, Assistant Professor, Physical Sciences
Dr. Barbara Reitz, Assistant Professor, Biological Sciences
Theta Chi chapter named a Five Star Chapter at 2018 PTK convention
Pensacola State College’s Theta Chi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa was named a Five Star Chapter at the annual Phi Theta Kappa – Florida 2018 Regional Convention held March 2-4 in Tampa.
“It was such an honor to receive this award from our peers,” said Amber Carey, Pensacola State’s Theta Chi chapter adviser. “All or our student-members work very hard to make the Theta Chi chapter one of the best PTK groups in the state. We are very proud.”
Rainy day video wins PSC baseball team a Blue Wahoos field tarp
A picture may be worth a thousand words but a video turned out to be a home run for the Pensacola State Pirates baseball team.
The Pirates beat out baseball organizations from Arizona to Georgia to win a field tarp from the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. The Blue Wahoos received a new tarp for its seventh season, and held a video contest to find a home for the old one which was still in good condition.
Poetry Slam Champion Neil Hilborn to perform April 5 at Pensacola State
Pensacola State College will welcome Slam Poet Neil Hilborn for a live performance at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 5, in the Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd. Hilborn, who uses his personal battle with mental illness as the inspiration, is the 2011 College National Poetry Slam Champion.…
Winners announced for 2018 forestry conclave, lumberjack competitions
Winners of the 30th Annual Northwest Florida and Lumberjack Festival have been announced.
Held March 3 at Pensacola State College’s Milton campus, the event included cross-cut sawing, axe throwing, pole tossing, compass and pacing, axe throwing, knife throwing, log rolling, cross-cut sawing, pulpwood tossing and more.
Pensacola State faculty member earns First Diploma at Golden Key competition
Dr. Michael Coleman, a Pensacola State College faculty member, was awarded First Diploma in the 2018 Golden Key Piano Composition Competition.
Coleman’s winning composition, “Room 857,” is written for solo piano. A Pensacola State adjunct music instructor for more than 24 years, he will perform the piece in August at Ehrbar Hall in Vienna, and at Bӧsendorfer Hall at Mozarthaus during the Golden Key Music Festival at Vienna.
PSC performing arts department to stage ‘1984’ on March 8-11
The Pensacola State College theatre department will stage an adaptation of George Orwell’s dystopian novel, “1984,” on Thursday through Sunday, March 8-11. ”
Performance times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, March 8-10, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, March 11, in Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd.
Eileen Myles shares words of wisdom with PSC students, faculty
Poet and novelist Eileen Myles, who has been described as “one of the savviest and most restless intellects in contemporary literature,” presented a reading from “Afterglow (a dog memoir),” a poetry workshop, and a book talk during Feb. 8-10 as part of the Pensacola State College Lyceum Series.
Myles, the author of more than 20 books including “I Must Be Living Twice: New & Selected Poems,” and the 2015 reissue of “Chelsea Girls,” spoke on Feb. 8 in Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium.
Pirates, Lady Pirates basketball players named to FCSAA All-Panhandle Conference Teams
Pensacola State College Pirates and Lady Pirates basketball players have been named to the Florida College System Activities Association All-Panhandle Conference Teams.
Nia Johnson and Naterria Luster were selected to the FCSAA All-Panhandle Conference First Team Women’s Basketball Team.
Johnson, a 5 foot 7 guard, is a sophomore from Sandersville, Georgia. Luster, a 6 foot forward, is a sophomore and from Richmond, Virginia.
Haley Schipper selected Kelly Services Talent of the Month for January
Haley Schipper has been selected as the Kelly Services Talent of the Month for January.
Haley works in the Student Services department, but has also helped out in President Ed Meadow’s office. Both offices nominated her for the Talent of the Month award.
Victory Media designates PSC a 2018 Military Friendly School for ninth year
Pensacola State College has been named a 2018 Military Friendly® School by Victory Media.
This is the ninth consecutive year, PSC has received the designation awarded to U.S. colleges, universities and trade schools that dedicate resources to military students to ensure success in the classroom and after graduation.
PSC has more than 2,000 veterans, active duty personnel and their dependents enrolled in classes, said College President Ed Meadows.
Pensacola State to hold 2nd Campus Safety Month in March
Do you know how to defend yourself if attacked? What about how to respond during an Active Shooter situation? Or can you protect your personal information from online hackers?
In March, Pensacola State College will hold its second Campus Safety Month with speakers, workshops, seminars and sessions to address these public, home and personal security concerns and more. Open to Pensacola State students, faculty and staff, events are scheduled at all campuses – Pensacola, Milton and Warrington, and the Century and South Santa Rosa centers – from March 1-23.