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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: Continue Reading Undiscovered treasure

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State Vet Tech students to hold Dog Wash on Sept. 8

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. Continue Reading Pensacola Choral Society to host YOUNG VOICES 2018 singing contest

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. Continue Reading PSC Club enjoys primitive camping trip at 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. Continue Reading Pensacola State College – Great education leads to the great outdoors

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! Continue Reading PSC Pirate’s treasure found at (air)port

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State recognizes 2018 Supervisor, Employees of the Year

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State ranks among most affordable colleges in U.S.

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State veterinary students place at National HOSA event

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. 

Continue Reading Pensacola State to FSU Panama City – Go here. Get there.

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. Continue Reading SHOW to stage ‘Hunchback of Notre Dame’ on July 20-22 and July 27-29

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. Continue Reading PSC students bring home gold from national SkillsUSA conference

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! Continue Reading Ahoy, Pirates! Claim your treasure!

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State Vet Tech program to host symposium on 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. Continue Reading Pensacola State Vet Tech students to hold Dog Wash on July 28

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State honors Student Excellence Award recipients

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. Continue Reading Robinson Honors Program Scholars, friends learn and serve during Costa Rica journey

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. Continue Reading Texas A&M master’s degree candidate considers Pensacola State his best bet for success

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. Continue Reading PSC Athletics announces 2017-18 Scholar-Athlete Award winners

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State athletic director inducted into FCSAA Hall of Fame

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. Continue Reading PSC grad selected GRAMMY Music Educator Award quarterfinalist

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State graduate has EOC staff in his corner, walks on to Gators’ squad

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. Continue Reading Al Martin and Friends to present ‘Standing Ovation’ at PSC on June 23

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.” Continue Reading Pensacola State College Vet Tech program earns full accreditation

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. Continue Reading PSC to screen ‘Long Time Coming: A 1955 Baseball Story’ on Friday

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State College to host SQLSaturday #743 on June 2

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. Continue Reading 2018 Memorial Day Concert to honor fallen heroes in uniform

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State College announces summer hours

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. Continue Reading PSC to stage Sherlock Holmes comedy spoof, ‘The Game’s Afoot,’ May 17-20

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. Continue Reading Pensacola State, Habitat for Humanity to present ‘Artistically Repurposed’

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. Continue Reading PSC to celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

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. Continue Reading PSC to host statewide SkillsUSA conference April 30, May 1

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. Continue Reading 5 PSC students named to FCS 2018 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. Continue Reading Book Talk: ‘Uncovering the Layers’ featured at the Chadbourne Library

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: Continue Reading Pensacola State, Pragda hosting 2018 Hispanic Film Festival

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. Continue Reading Pensacola Civic Band to present ‘Heal Our Land’ concert on April 14

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. Continue Reading Campus Safety Month 2018

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: Continue Reading PSC Planetarium announces Stress Less Week events

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. Continue Reading Poetry Slam Champion Neil Hilborn to perform Thursday at Pensacola State

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. Continue Reading WSRE needs your questions for Northwest Florida legislators

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. Continue Reading Choral Society of Pensacola to present ‘Her Songs’ on April 21

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. Continue Reading Former police officer shares eye-opening facts on internet threats

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. Continue Reading Pensacola Guitar Orchestra to celebrate 35th anniversary recital on April 14

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. Continue Reading Soul Street Dance to bring ‘Breakin Backwards’ show to Pensacola State

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.” Continue Reading TRIO Student Support Services ‘shares the love’ with PSC students

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. Continue Reading 2018 PSC Photography Sunset 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. Continue Reading Jennifer Hill selected Kelly Services Talent of the Month for February

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 Continue Reading 4 faculty members to be inducted into Academy of Teaching Excellence

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.” Continue Reading Theta Chi chapter named a Five Star Chapter at 2018 PTK convention

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. Continue Reading Rainy day video wins PSC baseball team a Blue Wahoos field tarp

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.… Continue Reading Poetry Slam Champion Neil Hilborn to perform April 5 at Pensacola State

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.  Continue Reading Pensacola State faculty member earns First Diploma at Golden Key competition

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. Continue Reading PSC performing arts department to stage ‘1984’ on March 8-11

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. Continue Reading Eileen Myles shares words of wisdom with PSC students, faculty

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. Continue Reading Haley Schipper selected Kelly Services Talent of the Month for January

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. Continue Reading Victory Media designates PSC a 2018 Military Friendly School for ninth year

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. Continue Reading PSC performing arts department to stage ‘1984’ on March 8-11

Give Kids A Smile Day set for March 2, 3 on Pensacola State’s Warrington campus

Pensacola State College will provide free dental services on Give Kids A Smile Day set for Friday, March 2, and Saturday, March 3, on the Warrington campus.

Available to underserved children in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, the college’s dental hygiene students and faculty along with Pensacola dentist, Dr. Neil Simmons, will provide preventive care ─ cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, and restorative services ─ fillings, extractions, crowns, etc. Continue Reading Give Kids A Smile Day set for March 2, 3 on Pensacola State’s Warrington campus

Campus Safety Month 2018 scheduled to begin March 1

Do you know how to defend yourself if attacked? What about how to respond during an Active Shooter situation? Or can you protect your most personal information from online hackers?

In March, Pensacola State College is hosting its second Campus Safety Month 2018 with speakers, workshops, seminars and sessions to address these concerns and more. Events are scheduled at all campuses – Pensacola, Milton and Warrington – and the Century and South Santa Rosa centers. Continue Reading Campus Safety Month 2018 scheduled to begin March 1

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.
At Pensacola State, hours vary according to site: Continue Reading Free VITA Tax Preparation and e-Filing service available to taxpayers

Pensacola State to receive $1.86M in job growth investment grant funds

Pensacola State College has received $1.86 million for workforce training programs from an $85 million Florida Job Growth Grant Fund.

The college was among nine entities awarded $35 million of the total funding, Gov. Rick Scott announced on Tuesday, Feb. 6, in Jacksonville. Continue Reading Pensacola State to receive $1.86M in job growth investment grant funds

Literary icon Eileen Myles to speak at Pensacola State this week

Eileen Myles is considered a trailblazer with decades of literary works that “set a bar for openness, frankness, and variability few lives could ever match.”

Myles, the author of more than 20 books including “I Must Be Living Twice: New & Selected Poems,” and the 2015 reissue of “Chelsea Girls,” will speak at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, in Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola State College campus, 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading Literary icon Eileen Myles to speak at Pensacola State this week

President’s Leadership Institute members visit state Legislature

Members of the Pensacola State College President’s Leadership Institute (PLI) visited the state Capitol in Tallahassee on Jan. 24 and 25 and saw the Florida Legislature in action. During the trip, the PLI membership was recognized by Continue Reading President’s Leadership Institute members visit state Legislature

Award-winning guitarist Xavier Jara to perform on Friday

Xavier Jara, 2016 Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Contest winner, will perform at Pensacola State College on Friday, Feb. 9.

The American classical guitarist will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. in Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium, Building 8, on the Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Tickets are $11, adults; $9, seniors, non-PSC students and children; $7, PSC Seniors Club, PSC faculty and staff; and free for PSC students with current ID. Continue Reading Award-winning guitarist Xavier Jara to perform on Friday

Collegiate High named District 1 Outstanding FBLA Chapter

Pensacola State’s Collegiate High Future Business Leaders of America chapter was named the Outstanding FBLA Chapter of the Year during the 2018 District 1 Conference Awards held Jan. 25 at Pensacola High School.

In its first year, the Collegiate High FBLA chapter beat out middle and high schools from Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton counties to capture the coveted title. The FBLA is dedicated to helping students improve their leadership skills and achieve academic goals. Continue Reading Collegiate High named District 1 Outstanding FBLA Chapter

PSC’s Mobile Welding Program named a national 2018 Bellwether Award finalist

Pensacola State College’s Century Mobile Welding Program has been recognized as one of the Top Ten Finalists for a 2018 National Bellwether Award. Continue Reading PSC’s Mobile Welding Program named a national 2018 Bellwether Award finalist

Pensacola State to stage “Harriet,” “MLK and Mandela” plays on Feb. 3

In celebration of Black History Month, Pensacola State College will present Two Short Plays” – “Harriet” By Kisha Kenyatta and “MLK and Mandela” by Lawrence Gamell Jr.

The performances are set to start at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 3, in Ashmore Auditorium, Building 8, on the college’s Pensacola campus, 1000 College Blvd. Continue Reading Pensacola State to stage “Harriet,” “MLK and Mandela” plays on Feb. 3

Southern history expert to discuss police brutality, Confederate imagery on Jan. 31

Michael Butler Jr., will tackle the polarizing issues of “Police Brutality and Confederate Imagery: The Black Freedom Struggle in One Florida County (Escambia)” on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Pensacola State College.

Butler, an associate professor of history at Flagler College, will speak at 7 p.m. in College’s Hagler Auditorium, Building 2, Room 252 on the Pensacola campus. Continue Reading Southern history expert to discuss police brutality, Confederate imagery on Jan. 31