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Pensacola State piano student Jermel Kidd hopes to impress UWF faculty at audition
Jermel Kidd has been practicing his classical piano chops for hours each day preparing for an audition that will propel him forward. On Friday, May…
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Cantonment Rotary Club changes lives with $40,000 in scholarships to PSC students
More than 30 Pensacola State College stellar students received a share of $40,000 in Cantonment Rotary Club scholarships on Wednesday, April 27. The total award…
Yes, we’re Pirates but why are students wielding swords behind Ashmore Auditorium?
It was a little jarring, for sure. A small cadre of Pirates with what looked like fencing sabers in hand were following commands and lead…
PSC Adult Ed graduates hope GED diploma leads to better opportunities
Ishan Kendall has neither a car nor a home. But he does have a diploma. Kendall, 35, is a current resident of the Waterfront Rescue…
PSC wins 2 Gold, 8 Silver Awards at District 4 ADDY competition
Nursing is a noble and honorable profession ─ but it’s not for everyone. Even nurses will tell you that. Danny Nguyen started at Pensacola State…
PSC Visual Arts Students showcase best work at 2022 Art Student Honors Exhibition
Vogue magazine would be fortunate to have a cover as striking and visually compelling as the mock cover created by Pensacola State College graphic design…
PSC’s ambitious ‘Your Community-Your Legacy’ capital campaign raises $12.6M, surpassing $11M goal
It’s a staggering figure ─ $11 million. That was the goal of Pensacola State College’s second-in-history capital campaign. The final tally was more staggering, more…
PSC Charter Academy set to welcome high school students beginning Aug. 8
Principal Karen McCabe is eager to welcome up to 150 high school juniors and seniors to the new Pensacola State College Charter Academy on Aug.…
Lisa Payne to leave PSC after 43 years of service, all on Warrington campus
Lisa Payne admits that sometimes she still slips up and says “PJC” instead of “PSC,’’ even though Pensacola Junior College became Pensacola State College in…
Student Excellence Awards Ceremony honors PSC’s best and most dedicated students
More than 100 Pensacola State College students were honored for achievements in academics, leadership, service and volunteerism at the 2022 PSC Student Excellence Awards Ceremony…
PSC Faculty Spotlight: Ceramics Instructor Micah Cain
The crumbs and remnants of Micah Cain’s work and toil are caked across his apron, and often, on his well-worn jeans and T-shirt. Cain is…
Title III grant provides PSC with study pods, charging stations, video conference rooms, new advisers
They look a little like telephone booths. (Consult an elderly person or encyclopedia if you’re not sure what a phone booth is.) But instead, they’re…
From the Desk of the President
From the Desk of the President: This message is to share information with everyone at the College about this year’s legislative session and to discuss…
It’s about to get fancy! “Over the top” PSC Cosmetology Department ‘Dream On Hair Show’ is April 21
There will be models sashaying and showing off spectacularly artistic and creative hair and makeup designs at the Pensacola State College “Dream On Hair Show”…
Registering for fall classes? Workday Student is where to enroll, receive financial aid awards and even be assigned an adviser
If you’re registering for summer classes at Pensacola State College, you’ll be going old school. But students registering for fall classes will use – and…
PSC’s Women’s Basketball brings in postseason honors, including Assistant Coach of the Year
Pensacola State College Woman’s Basketball Assistant Coach Rachel Barnes has been named World Exposure Report’s NJCAA Assistant Coach of the Year. Two of the team’s…
PSC Educational Opportunity Center is named for alumnus Eldon L. Norman
Eldon Norman began his collegiate career at then-Pensacola Junior College in the early 1960s, earning an Associate of Arts degree in 1963. Now, many Pensacola…
PSC, UWF sign “trend-setting” articulation agreement to help students transition seamlessly
It’s an easy trip from Pensacola State College to the University of West Florida – a few miles, a few minutes. Now, the journey from…
PSC honors 2022 Academy of Teaching Excellence inductees at dinner
Six of Pensacola State College’s best educators were treated like rock stars at a dinner in their honor on Tuesday, April 5. They were feted…
Academy of Teaching Excellence inductee Dr. Brian Ward started PSC career amid cancer battle
Just three weeks into his teaching career at Pensacola State College – and his first face-to-face teaching gig anywhere – Dr. Brian Ward underwent emergency…
Katelyn Powell graduates from PSC in May, then off to Florida State University for Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences program.
Pensacola State College student Katelyn Powell is taking seven classes this semester. Six are Math and Science-based classes – she plans on going to Medical…
Dr. Sueann L. Donahue Beginning Teaching Endowed Scholarship helps next generation of educators
Dr. Sueann L. Donahue is known as a teacher’s teacher. She’s retired now and in less-than-stellar health, but her passion for teaching remains. An endowed…
PSC Art Student Honors Exhibition reception, prize ceremony is April 14
The best pieces from Pensacola State College’s best art students are now on display at the Switzer Gallery in the Anna Lamar Switzer Center for…
Student Excellence Awards 2022
CONGRATULATIONS 2022 RECIPIENTS! The annual Student Excellence Awards recognizes and honors some of Pensacola State College’s many outstanding students. Over 200 students are recognized this…
PSC Charter Academy set to welcome high school students beginning Aug. 8
Principal Karen McCabe is eager to welcome up to 150 high school juniors and seniors to the new Pensacola State College Charter Academy on Aug.…
‘Pensacola State Today’ to feature three African American Memorial Endowment Scholarship and Wiggins Scholarship recipients
Pensacola State College’s “100 for 100” program volunteers have raised $16,120 during the current campaign to raise money for student scholarships.
Gulf Coast Pirate Swimmers Team takes 1st place at Auburn Masters SCY Invitational swim meet
The Gulf Coast Pirate Swimmers Team ─ made up of adults taking swim classes at Pensacola State College ─ won first place among mid-size teams…
Two PSC music students finish toward top of Jazz Pensacola’s Student Jazz Competition
Two of the top four sports in the 12th annual Student Jazz Competition’s Collegiate Instrumental category were claimed by Pensacola State College music students.
Kyle Lowrey was a stellar PSC student and remarkable young man – his legacy continues with endowed scholarship
The Lowrey Family established the Kyle Alden Lowrey Memorial Endowed Scholarship in 2007 to honor Kyle and to follow through with one of his own…
Pirate softball team ranked 9th in nation
The Pensacola State College softball team is ranked 9th in the nation and is currently the top team in the Panhandle Conference.