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Pensacola State to stage ‘Uncle Vanya’ March 7-10 in Ashmore Auditorium

The Pensacola State College Performing Arts Department will stage the critically- acclaimed play, “Uncle Vanya,” on March 7 through March 10.

The Thursday through Saturday, March 7-9, performances are set for 7:30 p.m. in the Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd. The Sunday, March 10, performance will be at 2:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Continue Reading Pensacola State to stage ‘Uncle Vanya’ March 7-10 in Ashmore Auditorium

33 Pensacola State students selected Robinson Honors Program Scholars

February was a busy month for the Robinson Honors Program. Along with the selection of 33 new Robinson Scholars, the program also cut the ribbon on a new Learning Center in Chadbourne Library. Continue Reading 33 Pensacola State students selected Robinson Honors Program Scholars

Pensacola Guitar Orchestra to perform spring recital on March 30 at PSC

Does a night of music by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, Johann Sebastian Bach, Jürg Kindle or even Pensacola State’s own Dr. Joe Stallings sound appealing? The Pensacola Guitar Orchestra 36th Annual Spring Recital promises that and so much more. Continue Reading Pensacola Guitar Orchestra to perform spring recital on March 30 at PSC

The Second City troupe to bring improv comedy style to Pensacola State on Wednesday

The Second City Touring Company will soon bring its world-famous social and political satire to Pensacola State College.

“It’s Not You, It’s Me,” the Chicago-based troupe’s most recent laughter-inducing undertaking, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13, in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading The Second City troupe to bring improv comedy style to Pensacola State on Wednesday

Deadline is Friday to submit nominations for 2019 Distinguished Alumni Awards

The Pensacola State College Alumni Association is seeking nominations for the 2019 Distinguished Alumni Awards.

Awards will be presented at the inaugural Distinguished Alumni Awards Gala to be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, May, in the Jean and Paul Amos Performance Studio on the Pensacola campus. Continue Reading Deadline is Friday to submit nominations for 2019 Distinguished Alumni Awards

PSC music student wins Florida College System scholarship

Brenan Woody, a Pensacola State College classical guitar student, received the First Prize in the 2019 Florida College System Activity Association Winter Music Symposium’s Student Artist Competition. Woody, a music major, was awarded a $1,000 per year scholarship to help pay his tuition at any Florida university for two years. Woody has been studying with Dr. Joe Stallings for three semesters. He performed Nikita Kidskin’s “Usher Waltz” during the competition. Continue Reading PSC music student wins Florida College System scholarship

Give Kids A Smile Day to be held Saturday on Pensacola State’s Warrington campus

Pensacola State College will provide free dental services on Give Kids A Smile Day set for 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, on the Warrington campus.

Dental hygiene and dental services, including cleanings, simple extractions, fillings and sealants, will be provided, on a first-come basis for children ages 4-14. Patients must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Continue Reading Give Kids A Smile Day to be held Saturday on Pensacola State’s Warrington campus

Pensacola State graphic designer plays cymbals in Super Bowl LIII halftime show

Imagine strolling into a stadium filled with more than 70,000 people, performing for a worldwide television audience of over 100 million people and sharing the stage with one of the hottest bands of the new millennium.

For one member of the Pensacola State College family, that dream became a reality on Sunday, Feb. 3. Continue Reading Pensacola State graphic designer plays cymbals in Super Bowl LIII halftime show

PSC to Host Financial Aid Day on Feb. 10

Get free, expert help applying, registering, and paying for college at Pensacola State College’s Financial Aid Day from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10, at the Student Center, Building 5, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading PSC to Host Financial Aid Day on Feb. 10

Pensacola State College students advance to state HOSA competition

Five Pensacola State College HOSA student-members have advanced to the Florida HOSA competition set for March 28-31. The college hosted the Region HOSA Spring Conference on Jan. 18 on the Pensacola and Warrington campuses. Continue Reading Pensacola State College students advance to state HOSA competition

PSC Foundation director lends voice to award-winning a cappella quartet

Gaye LaCasce, Pensacola State College Foundation’s director of development, has a perfect voice. LaCasce is a member of the female cappella quartet, Aged to Perfection, that recently was crowned international champions. Continue Reading PSC Foundation director lends voice to award-winning a cappella quartet

Florida Board of Education recognizes 6 PSC students for leadership and service

Several Pensacola State College students were honored by the Florida Board of Education for overcoming personal challenges to accomplish their goals. Continue Reading Florida Board of Education recognizes 6 PSC students for leadership and service

Pensacola State College to kick off 2019 United Way campaign on Feb. 4

Pensacola State College is kicking off its 2019 United Way of Escambia County campaign next month. A donation or pledge to the organization can change lives right here in Escambia County. Continue Reading Pensacola State College to kick off 2019 United Way campaign on Feb. 4

Traditional Japanese art featured at PSC’s Switzer Center

The “Beauty in Use: Celebrating Japanese Cultural Traditions” exhibition will be on display Jan. 22 through June 27 in Pensacola State College’s Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts. Continue Reading Traditional Japanese art featured at PSC’s Switzer Center

Pensacola State to host 24th Multicultural Job Fair on Feb. 2

More than 30 Northwest Florida employers are looking to hire at the 24th Multicultural Job Fair set for 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Feb. 2.

Hosted by Pensacola State College, the event will be held in the Student Center, Building 5, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading Pensacola State to host 24th Multicultural Job Fair on Feb. 2

PSC designated a 2019 Military Friendly School by Viqtory Media

Pensacola State College has been named a 2019 Military Friendly® School by Viqtory Media. Continue Reading PSC designated a 2019 Military Friendly School by Viqtory Media

PSC exhibition features select works from art faculty and staff

The 2019 Art Faculty and Staff Exhibition will be on display Now through March 13 at Pensacola State College’s Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts, Building 15, located at the corner of Ninth Avenue and Airport Boulevard. Continue Reading PSC exhibition features select works from art faculty and staff

U.S. News ranks PSC online bachelor degree program among nation’s best

Pensacola State College’s online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program has been ranked among the best in the state and country by U.S. News and World Report.

In the “Best Online Bachelor’s Programs 2019 Edition” listing, Pensacola State ranked 10th in Florida and 114th nationwide for the online BSN program. Continue Reading U.S. News ranks PSC online bachelor degree program among nation’s best

Hurricane Michael recovery efforts

Pensacola State College Milton campus employees reached deep and donated even more supplies to help Gulf Coast State College with its Hurricane Michael recovery efforts. Continue Reading Hurricane Michael recovery efforts

Free VITA Tax Preparation and e-Filing service available to taxpayers

The Free VITA Tax Preparation and e-Filing services are now available on Pensacola State College campuses.

In existence for more than 10 years, the program provides free tax services to working families and individuals who earn less than $66,000 a year. Residents can receive quality service from IRS-trained tax preparers, and have two filing options – online or in-person. Continue Reading Free VITA Tax Preparation and e-Filing service available to taxpayers

Pensacola State Athletics stars stake a claim to fame

The inaugural class of inductees to the Pensacola State College Athletics Hall of Fame was introduced at a press conference held Dec. 17.

 by PSC Athletic Director Bill Hamilton. Honorees in attendance were Bill Brantley, Jim Donovan, Dana Gilmore, Greg Litton and Gerald McArthur on behalf of his brother the late Bill McArthur. Continue Reading Pensacola State Athletics stars stake a claim to fame

Pensacola State student refuses to let illnesses, circumstances limit her success

Victoria Greene has a favorite saying: “It doesn’t matter how many times you get knocked down, it’s about how many times you get back up.”

The Pensacola State student has had a few hard knocks in her 27 years. Continue Reading Pensacola State student refuses to let illnesses, circumstances limit her success

Pensacola State to host Fingerstyle Acoustic Guitar Competition on Feb. 16

The second annual Pensacola Fingerstyle Acoustic Guitar Competition is scheduled for 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at Pensacola State College. The competition will be held in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd.
Continue Reading Pensacola State to host Fingerstyle Acoustic Guitar Competition on Feb. 16

‘Uncle Vanya’ auditions set for Jan. 28-29 at Pensacola State College

Pensacola State College will hold auditions for “Uncle Vanya” at 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, Jan. 28 and 29, in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading ‘Uncle Vanya’ auditions set for Jan. 28-29 at Pensacola State College

‘SWERVE/dance Company: A Collective’ to perform at PSC on Jan. 26

Northwest Florida’s own “SWERVE/dance Company: A Collective” will bring its unique style of contemporary dance to Pensacola State College on Saturday, Jan. 26.
Continue Reading ‘SWERVE/dance Company: A Collective’ to perform at PSC on Jan. 26

PSC invites public to an evening with Scott Dikkers, creator of The Onion News Network

Pensacola State College presents an evening with Scott Dikkers, creator of The Onion News Network, set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24, in the Jean and Paul Amos Performance Studio on the Pensacola campus.

Tickets are $11 for adults; $9, seniors, non-PSC students and children; $7, PSC Seniors Club members, PSC faculty and staff; and free for PSC students with current ID. Continue Reading PSC invites public to an evening with Scott Dikkers, creator of The Onion News Network

PSC president named to DeSantis education, workforce advisory group

Pensacola State President Ed Meadows has been tapped to join Gov.-elect Ron DeSantis and Lt. Gov.-elect Jeanette Nuñez transition education and workforce advisory committee. Continue Reading PSC president named to DeSantis education, workforce advisory group

FDOE Commissioner Stewart speaks at Pensacola State graduation

Nearly 1,300 Pensacola State students received degrees and certificates during the College’s fall commencement exercises held Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Pensacola Bay Center. Continue Reading FDOE Commissioner Stewart speaks at Pensacola State graduation

Pam Stewart to speak at Pensacola State graduation

Florida Department of Education Commissioner Pam Stewart will be the featured speaker at Pensacola State College’s fall graduation set for 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16, at the Pensacola Bay Center. Continue Reading Pam Stewart to speak at Pensacola State graduation

15 PSC students inducted into Sigma Beta Delta honor society

Hard work has paid off for 15 Pensacola State students who were inducted into Sigma Beta Delta international honor society during the fall semester. The society recognizes scholarship and achievement of business, management and administration students. Continue Reading 15 PSC students inducted into Sigma Beta Delta honor society

Custom-made Pensacola State tie pins come from Land Down Under

There are plenty of ways to show off your Pensacola State College pride – T-shirts, cell phone wallets, water bottles, coffee mugs or writing pens. But I guarantee, you don’t own a Pensacola State College tie pin. Only three people in the world ─ Dr. Ed Meadows, Dr. Kirk Bradley and Dr. Brian Ward ─ own this exclusive accessory. Continue Reading Custom-made Pensacola State tie pins come from Land Down Under

Pensacola State web administrator develops application software for Apple

Keeping up with all the lists required to organize a potluck gathering can be overwhelming. With a little help from Frank Asprer’s PotluckPigeon, you don’t need luck to plan the perfect potluck! Continue Reading Pensacola State web administrator develops application software for Apple

PSC Veterans Upward Bound director recognized for excellence in leadership

Much like the iconic veteran for whom his recent award is named, Pensacola State’s Rob Gregg embodies the characteristics of “Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honesty, Integrity, and Personal Courage.” Continue Reading PSC Veterans Upward Bound director recognized for excellence in leadership

Cantonment Rotary Club awards $500 scholarships to 2 culinary arts students

The spring semester is a lot brighter for two Pensacola State culinary arts students who each received $500 scholarships from the Cantonment Rotary Club. Continue Reading Cantonment Rotary Club awards $500 scholarships to 2 culinary arts students

Pensacola Civic Band rings in holiday season with ‘Christmas at the College’

Celebrate the holiday season with The Pensacola Civic Band in these annual offerings of music for the Christmas season that include Dixieland, swing, and other variations of the classics. Continue Reading Pensacola Civic Band rings in holiday season with ‘Christmas at the College’

Pirate’s Treasure winners are outstanding in their field

Alonda Jones was the first person to correctly identify our very own Pirate Field as the location of the Pirate’s Treasure. Congratulations! Jones is an associate coordinator in financial aid, veteran services and scholarships.

Two runners-up each received a snazzy “Great” T-shirt for their efforts.  Amanda Stockton is a phlebotomy student and Banisha Blake is an aspiring pharmacy technician (and mother of young twin boys!) Both students will begin their respective programs in January.
Continue Reading Pirate’s Treasure winners are outstanding in their field

PSC receives $300,000 grant to address violence against women

Pensacola State College was recently awarded $300,000 as one of 57 grants announced by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW).

OVW’s Grant to Reduce Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking on Campus Program supports initiatives to implement comprehensive, coordinated responses to violent crimes on campus through partnerships with victim services providers and justice agencies. Continue Reading PSC receives $300,000 grant to address violence against women

PSC professor to exhibit photography during PhotoNOLA

The photography of Pensacola State’s own, Kristen Regan-Miller, will be on exhibit in New Orleans through February.

Luna Fine Art Gallery will present the curated solo show, “Kristen Regan: Plastisphere,” by Regan, an associate Pensacola State professor. The photo collection explores the sublime beauty of this microscopic world with the intention of raising awareness of the dangers plastic represents for the marine world.​ Continue Reading PSC professor to exhibit photography during PhotoNOLA

Construction of new STEM building set to begin in January

It was a rainy and unseasonably cold Tuesday morning but a standing-room crowd turned out for the groundbreaking of the East Wing of Pensacola State College’s new STEM building.

Local officials, members of the BAARs family, along with representatives from Ajax Building Corp and Florida Architects joined Pensacola State’s Board of Trustees, Board of Governors, faculty, staff and students on Nov. 13 for the event. Continue Reading Construction of new STEM building set to begin in January

PSC’s Virtual Tutoring Program receives 2018 Chancellor’s Best Practice Award

Pensacola State College was among four Florida College System institutions recognized for innovation and excellence on Wednesday by FCS Chancellor Madeline Pumariega.

Pensacola State, Florida Gateway College, North Florida Community College and Polk State College received 2018 Chancellor’s Best Practice Awards from Pumariega. The four colleges were honored for programs of excellence at the Association of Florida Colleges’ 69th Annual Meeting and Conference in Orlando. Continue Reading PSC’s Virtual Tutoring Program receives 2018 Chancellor’s Best Practice Award

2018 Walter F. Spara Writing Competition winners honored

Six of Pensacola State College’s most talented writers were recognized Wednesday, Nov. 14, at the 2018 Walter F. Spara Writing Competition Awards Reception.

Sarah Beal, Ian Belknap, Brenna Tressler, Abigail Johnson, Sarah Richards and McKaila Waddell were the top winners in the annual competition which honors Spara. A Pensacola State English professor from 1966 to 2000, Spara initiated the college’s creative writing program and its nationally-recognized literary journal, “Hurricane Review.” Continue Reading 2018 Walter F. Spara Writing Competition winners honored

Pensacola State’s AFC chapter receives multiple honors at annual conference

Pensacola State College was awarded the Platinum Chapter of the Year at the 69th Association of Florida Colleges Annual Meeting and Conference held Nov. 7-9 in Orlando.

The award was based on Pensacola State’s submission in 13 categories ranging from membership, community service, and other activities and contributions from June 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018. Continue Reading Pensacola State’s AFC chapter receives multiple honors at annual conference

Patterson Hood of the Drive-By Truckers to perform at PSC on Nov. 30

The Drive-By Truckers’ Patterson Hood will perform a solo concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, at Pensacola State College.
The concert will be held in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading Patterson Hood of the Drive-By Truckers to perform at PSC on Nov. 30

Groundbreaking for PSC’s East Wing of new STEM building is Nov. 13

The groundbreaking for Pensacola State College’s East Wing of the new STEM building is set for 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, on the Pensacola campus.

Construction on the first phase (East Wing) of the facility will begin in January – following the abatement and demolition of the existing Mary Ellison Baars Building. The East Wing will be home to the College’s cybersecurity and mathematics programs. Continue Reading Groundbreaking for PSC’s East Wing of new STEM building is Nov. 13

PSC receives $300,000 grant to address violence against women

Pensacola State College was recently awarded $300,000 as one of 57 grants announced by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). Continue Reading PSC receives $300,000 grant to address violence against women

PSC Veterinary Technology Program boasts 77 percent pass rate

More than 77 percent of Pensacola State College Veterinary Technology students who graduated during the period from July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2018, earned a passing score on the Veterinary Technical National Exam (VTNE). Continue Reading PSC Veterinary Technology Program boasts 77 percent pass rate

PSC’s Virtual Tutoring Program receives 2018 Chancellor’s Best Practice Award

Pensacola State College was among four Florida College System institutions recognized for innovation and excellence on Wednesday by FCS Chancellor Madeline Pumariega. Continue Reading PSC’s Virtual Tutoring Program receives 2018 Chancellor’s Best Practice Award

Groundbreaking for East Wing of new STEM building is Nov. 13

Pensacola State will break ground on the College’s new state-of-the-art STEM building next week. The South Wing, the first phase of the facility, will serve as home for the mathematics and cybersecurity programs. Actual construction will begin in January –following the abatement and demolition of the existing Mary Ellison Baars Building. Continue Reading Groundbreaking for East Wing of new STEM building is Nov. 13

PSC Cyber Defense team wins second place at ITEN Summit

Pensacola State College’s Cyber Defense Team placed near the top at the 2018 Innovation Technology Entrepreneurship Network Summit in October. Continue Reading PSC Cyber Defense team wins second place at ITEN Summit

PSC music instructor finds keys to success at his fingertips

Michael Coleman’s talent has taken him all over the world, but award-winning composer and musician chooses to teach at Pensacola State College. Continue Reading PSC music instructor finds keys to success at his fingertips

Pirate’s Treasure

We’ve got one more clue, just for good measure. Can you find the Pirate’s Treasure? Continue Reading Pirate’s Treasure

PSC to host ‘Women of Fire’ reception, exhibit on Nov. 1

Pensacola State College will host an Opening Reception and a Night of Demonstrations for the Foo Foo Festival’s, “Women of Fire Exhibition.”

Set for 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, in the College’s Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts, the reception and demonstrations of torch work, blacksmithing and glassblowing are open to the public. Continue Reading PSC to host ‘Women of Fire’ reception, exhibit on Nov. 1

Pensacola State’s Veterinary Technology Program to Hold Open House Nov. 8

Explore the possibilities of a career in veterinary nursing and visit with the “animal ambassadors” at Pensacola State College’s Veterinary Technology program Open House on Thursday, November 8 from 3-7 p.m. on the Warrington campus, 5555 W. Hwy. 98. Continue Reading Pensacola State’s Veterinary Technology Program to Hold Open House Nov. 8

Pensacola State to hold Professional Development Day on Friday, Oct. 26

If you want to invest a little of your time in self-improvement, Pensacola State College is offering more than 30 Professional Development Day workshops on Friday, Oct. 26. Continue Reading Pensacola State to hold Professional Development Day on Friday, Oct. 26

PSC’s 2018 Holiday Experience to spotlight Warrington campus

Pensacola State’s Warrington campus will be spotlighted during the fourth annual Holiday Experience set for Dec. 6. The interactive evening will include stops at the Mary Ekdahl Smart Simulation Center, the Veterinary Technology Program and the Dental Clinic. Tickets are $75 and proceeds from the event will go to student scholarships and programs. Continue Reading PSC’s 2018 Holiday Experience to spotlight Warrington campus

Pensacola State-University of South Alabama sign articulation agreement

Pensacola State College is now a part of the University of South Alabama’s Pathway USA. The articulation agreement signed on Friday, Oct. 19, allows more PSC graduates to transfer to USA and earn bachelor’s degrees. Continue Reading Pensacola State-University of South Alabama sign articulation agreement

Former Pensacola State visual arts head bequeaths artwork to College

A former Pensacola State faculty member has left a large portion of his art collection to the College. Carl Duke, the head of the Visual Arts Department, bequeathed more than 400 pieces of artwork to the College after his passing this summer. Some pieces from the collection will be up for bid during the Bill Clover Memorial Auction set for 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, in the Anna Lamar Switzer Center for Visual Arts. Continue Reading Former Pensacola State visual arts head bequeaths artwork to College

Pirate’s Treasure Found at Blue Wahoos Stadium

Salty sluggers know where it’s at, the timber they shivered was a baseball bat! Continue Reading Pirate’s Treasure Found at Blue Wahoos Stadium

Pathway USA expands to Pensacola State College

The University of South Alabama today announced that Pensacola State College has become part of “Pathway USA,” a collaborative program between the University of South Alabama and select community and state colleges that creates a seamless transition to USA for transfer students who earn their associate’s degree. Continue Reading Pathway USA expands to Pensacola State College

United Way Day of Caring: Pirates give back

Pensacola State employees and students, along with the Pirates Baseball team, volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House on Friday, Oct. 5, to remove old beds and install 48 new beds in the facility.

Pensacola State volunteers removed old bedding and installed new beds in 26 guest rooms that provide a home away from home for families who travel to Pensacola to receive critical medical care for their children. Continue Reading United Way Day of Caring: Pirates give back

Neslorchestra to bring fusion of rock, blues, jazz to Pensacola State on Friday night

If you love rock, the blues and jazz – how would you like to hear a fusion of these three genres?  Rick Trolsen’s Neslorchestra will bring its signature “Primordial Fusion” sound to Pensacola State College on Friday, Oct. 12.

The 17-piece ensemble will perform at 7:30 p.m. in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading Neslorchestra to bring fusion of rock, blues, jazz to Pensacola State on Friday night

PSC Police Department moves to 911 system

As of Monday, Oct. 8, EMERGENCY CALLS for Pensacola State College police assistance must made by dialing 911. 

Non-emergency calls can be made by dialing 850-484-2500, or ext. 2500 from a campus phone. The change applies to the College’s Pensacola, Milton and Warrington campuses and the Century, Downtown and South Santa Rosa centers. Continue Reading PSC Police Department moves to 911 system

Bill Clover Memorial Auction to be held Oct. 25 at Lamar Studio

Bill Clover passed away in May of this year, but the beloved Pensacola State College visual arts professor will still impact the lives of future students. 

The Bill Clover Memorial Auction will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, in the Charles W. Lamar Studio on the Pensacola campus. Funds from the auction will go toward the establishment of the Bill Clover Endowed Scholarship. Continue Reading Bill Clover Memorial Auction to be held Oct. 25 at Lamar Studio

Pensacola State welcomes new 2018-19 Student Ambassadors

The Pensacola State family is pleased to welcome five new student Ambassadors to the College. Continue Reading Pensacola State welcomes new 2018-19 Student Ambassadors

Pirate’s Treasure: No need to pillage, just know your village!

This Pirate’s visage watches well
As waves can quickly start to swell.

The boys of summer ease into fall
And maidens dress casually for this ball. Continue Reading Pirate’s Treasure: No need to pillage, just know your village!

Pensacola State Pirate’s Treasure discovered at Miller’s Ale House

Nursing student Joanna Painter was the first Pirate to respond after she put her treasure-hunting skills to work. She knows her Zingers and correctly identified Miller’s Ale House as the site of the bounty.  Painter is this month’s grand prize winner of the treasure. Continue Reading Pensacola State Pirate’s Treasure discovered at Miller’s Ale House

PSC student named Chancellor’s Clark Maxwell Scholar Student of the Month

This year – 2018 ─ has been a banner year for Pensacola State College student Jennifer Ojeda.

Along with being recognized for academic achievement and traveling internationally, Ojeda was selected the Florida College System Chancellor’s Clark Maxwell Scholar of the Month for September. Continue Reading PSC student named Chancellor’s Clark Maxwell Scholar Student of the Month

Neslorchestra to bring fusion of rock, blues, jazz to Pensacola State on Oct. 12

Rick Trolsen’s Neslorchestra will bring its signature “Primordial Fusion” sound to Pensacola State College on Friday, Oct. 12.

The 17-piece ensemble will perform at 7:30 p.m. in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus at 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading Neslorchestra to bring fusion of rock, blues, jazz to Pensacola State on Oct. 12

Free Dental Sealant Day set for Oct. 13 on Pensacola State’s Warrington campus

Pensacola State College will provide free dental sealant services to children age 17 and younger from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, on the Warrington campus.

No appointments are necessary, however patients must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Continue Reading Free Dental Sealant Day set for Oct. 13 on Pensacola State’s Warrington campus

Pensacola State’s wind and jazz ensembles to hold free concerts Oct. 11

The Pensacola State College Wind Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble will hold a free concert at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11.

The public is invited to the event that will held in the Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. No tickets are required, and doors open at 7 p.m. Continue Reading Pensacola State’s wind and jazz ensembles to hold free concerts Oct. 11

Pensacola ComposerFest XIV scheduled for Sunday in Ashmore Auditorium

Steinway Artist Kadisha Onalbayeva is the featured performer at Pensacola ComposerFest XIV set for 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at Pensacola State College. Continue Reading Pensacola ComposerFest XIV scheduled for Sunday in Ashmore Auditorium

SkillsUSA Florida Region 1 elects 2018-19 officers

Pensacola State College hosted the SkillsUSA Florida Region 1 Fall Leadership Conference on Thursday, Sept. 20. During the annual event, 2018-19 officers were elected. Continue Reading SkillsUSA Florida Region 1 elects 2018-19 officers

Century Classic to pit PSC Pirates against Coastal Alabama Warhawks on Oct. 20

Are you looking for a “crisp” fall day of softball and baseball? Pensacola State’s Century Center invites you and the family to the Century Classic where the mighty, mighty Pirates face the Coastal Alabama Warhawks on Saturday, Oct. 20. You’ll also get a chance to meet former PSC Pirates and MLB greats – Billy Sadler and Greg Litton. Continue Reading Century Classic to pit PSC Pirates against Coastal Alabama Warhawks on Oct. 20

PSC institutional researchers receive acclaim for published work

Pensacola State College’s Eugenio Hernandez and Michael Johnston are a dynamic data duo. A guide developed by the pair was mentioned on the National Student Clearinghouse blog. Continue Reading PSC institutional researchers receive acclaim for published work

PSC Veterinary Technology graduate goes here, gets there

“People think I just hug puppies and kittens all day. When you’re a vet tech, that’s the least you do.” Continue Reading PSC Veterinary Technology graduate goes here, gets there

Where is the Pirate’s Treasure? Guess the location and win!

You might have a sporting chance to win the loot! Continue Reading Where is the Pirate’s Treasure? Guess the location and win!

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. Continue Reading Pirate’s Treasure discovered – At Michael’s on Bayou Boulevard

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. Continue Reading Community invited to attend open house at PSC Milton L.I.F.E. Fitness Center

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. Continue Reading 74 Pensacola State students inducted into NTHS

‘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. Continue Reading ‘An Evening with Lydia Loveless’ set for Sept. 28 at Pensacola State

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. Continue Reading PSC cybersecurity student keeps his attitude filled with gratitude

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! Continue Reading All hands on deck! More Pirate’s treasure clues!

‘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. Continue Reading ‘Meet Me In My Dream’ photos on exhibit at Pensacola State College

‘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. Continue Reading ‘Watershed’ photography on display at PSC through 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. Continue Reading PSC receives close to $40,000 for scholarships from donations

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. Continue Reading Florida College System Foundation to Present Check for Over $27,000 to Pensacola State College

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. Continue Reading PSC instructor earns top prize at international music competition

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. Continue Reading Florida College System Foundation to Present Check for Over $27,000 to Pensacola State College

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State instructor is a true Work of art

Another Pirate’s Treasure quest!

Where is this piece of Pirate’s treasure located? Read the clues and take a guess! Continue Reading Another Pirate’s Treasure quest!

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! Continue Reading Pirate’s treasure – from the high seas to Applebee’s

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. Continue Reading Broken Time: Sculpture by Martin Payton’ on exhibit at Pensacola State

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State to host three College Fairs in September

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. Continue Reading Fall Registration Continues at PSC

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. Continue Reading Klinkenberg to discuss must-read books for Floridians on Aug. 28 at the Amos Studio

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.” Continue Reading PSC cybersecurity student has the ‘IT’ factor