Daily Archives: April 25, 2025

Charter Academy students compete in Optimist International Club oratorical competition

Three standout Pensacola State College Charter Academy High School students – Isaac Tindol, Victoria Raymond-Currier and McKenna Harrell – advanced to the Optimist International Club Level oratorical speech competition held Saturday, April 12, at the Gulf Breeze Rec Center. “My students performed very well in the competition this weekend. Their speech skills were on point, and I was surprised that at least one of them didn’t move on,” said English teacher Katrina Maurer. “We learned a lot going through the process, and in the future, we will better know how to plan our competition. A lot has changed in the speech world in the 30 years since I was in high school.” 

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Brian Ward

Dr. Brian Ward wears many hats at Pensacola State College – and wears them well. A dedicated member of the Business Department, Ward teaches a full slate of courses in the Human Resources program, including the capstone course, Strategic Management, and is deeply engaged in College-wide service and leadership. He currently serves as President of the Faculty Senate, Chair of the Academy of Teaching Excellence, and Vice Chair of the Student Academic Appeals Committee. Additionally, he is a member of both the Scholarship Policy Committee and the Student Excellence Awards Committee, and he represents PSC on the Governor’s Statewide Articulation Coordination Committee.

PSC student’s internship with American Magic leads to full-time career

Pensacola State College is proud to celebrate a new partnership with American Magic, the elite yacht racing team competing in the prestigious America’s Cup – and the magical opportunity it created for one exceptional PSC student. Braydon Sult, who will graduate in May with an Associate of Science degree in Mechanical Design & Fabrication, has accepted a full-time position with the American Magic team after impressing leadership during his six-week internship. His technical skill set, positive attitude and eagerness to learn earned him high praise – and a place on the internationally renowned racing team.