Seminole State Awards More Than 2,600 Degrees, Certificates At Spring 2024 Commencement
SANFORD, Fla. (May 2, 2024) – Seminole State College of Florida celebrated the success of more than 2,000 graduates during its Spring 2024 Commencement Tuesday, April 30, in Addition Financial Arena at University of Central Florida. The College awarded over 2,600 degrees and certificates this spring.Eddy Moritan, president of Lift Orlando, delivered the keynote address in which he urged graduates to “BE the kind of person whose character embodies the qualities of a leader. Then, KNOW or seek to possess all
Seminole State’s Spring 2024 Commencement set for April 30
SANFORD, Fla. (April 23, 2024) - Seminole State College of Florida will award more than 2,600 degrees and certificates to 2,200 students during its Spring 2024 Commencement on April 30. The ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. in Addition Financial Arena at the University of Central Florida. The commencement keynote speaker is Eddy Moratin, president of Lift Orlando. Lift Orlando is a place-based community development organization that works with residents, business leaders, and community partners to
Seminole State Receives Historic Gift of $2 Million from Wharton-Smith Foundation
Seminole State Receives Historic Gift of $2 Million from Wharton-Smith Foundation The Foundation for Seminole State College of Florida is proud to announce a transformative gift from Wharton-Smith Inc., which will forever shape the future of our institution. In recognition of this historic contribution, Seminole State College will name the D building on the Sanford Lake Mary Campus the George and Gretchen Smith Workforce Trades Center. The generous donation from the Wharton-Smith Foundation marks a
2024 Dream Cup Challenge golf tournament raises close to $60,000 for Seminole State
2024 Dream Cup Challenge golf tournament raises close to $60,000 for Seminole StateMSL CPAs and Advisors – Winner of the 2024 Dream Cup Challenge Golf Tournament Presented by Addition Financial, the 2024 Dream Cup Challenge golf tournament emerged as a triumph, raising close to $60,000 in support of Seminole State College. A sold-out field of golfers joined forces for the Foundation for Seminole State College’s 40th annual tournament, marking a day of spirited competition and camaraderie. Amidst the
Seminole State Speaker Series: ‘Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work’
SANFORD, Fla. (March 27, 2024) – The Speaker Series at Seminole State College of Florida will welcome a panel of professionals representing various industries to explore the topic “Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work,” Wednesday, April 10, at 5 p.m. on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus (building C). Continuing its AI-focused presentations, the Speaker Series will bring together the following experts in legal, business process automation, healthcare, and digital advertising and marketing to discuss
Foundation for Seminole State Celebrates Milestone 40th Dream Gala
Raises Over $600,000 - New Record Funds for Student SuccessThe Foundation for Seminole State College of Florida hosted its 40th annual Dream Gala on Saturday, Feb. 24. Celebrating “40 Years of Dreams,” the event broke records once again raising over $600,000 for the first time ever, to support student scholarships and vital programs at Seminole State. Dream Gala 2024, presented by Addition Financial and held at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary, proved a resounding success. The excitement-filled evening saw
Seminole State College Hosts “Seminole State At Night” Open House
Community open house to learn all about Seminole State including academic programs, student services, financial aid, and more to find a path to a successful and rewarding higher education career.Who: High school juniors, seniors, and their families When: Wednesday, March 6, 2024, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Details: While on campus, Future Raiders can visit the Raider Athletic Center, the campus Barnes and Noble bookstore, and the Metz Cafe, where
Seminole State Welcomes New VP for Business Operations/CFO
SANFORD, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2024) -- Seminole State College of Florida welcomes Robert L. Whitaker as vice president of business operations and CFO. Whitaker brings 29 years of successful experience in financial management positions, including 23 years of direct experience in higher education. His demonstrated leadership and management skills in accounting, budgeting, facilities, campus safety, and auxiliary functions benefit the College community to maximize business potential and protect valuable
Seminole State College of Florida celebrates Career and Technical Education Month
SANFORD, Fla. (Jan. 24, 2024) - Seminole State College students and faculty in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs join others across the nation during February to celebrate CTE Month and highlight its value. Additionally, the united goal is to raise awareness of the role that CTE has in readying learners for college and career achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs in Florida. Seminole State students can access 90 CTE college credit and career certificates and apprenticeship
Speaker Series: ‘AI And Our Minds Of The Future’ With Karl Lillrud
SANFORD, Fla. (Jan. 16, 2024) – The Speaker Series at Seminole State College of Florida will welcome eCommerce and artificial intelligence expert Karl Lillrud on Tuesday, Jan. 30, to present the next topic in the 2023-24 series, “AI and our minds of the future.”During the presentation, Lillrud, an expert with more than 27 years in the field, will explore how AI is changing the world around us and how it fits into our daily lives. He’ll also discuss the imperfections of AI and the importance of checking the
Heritage Jubilee 2024 Honors MLK And Excellence In Education
SANFORD, Fla. (Jan. 10, 2024) – The Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) at Seminole State College of Florida will present Heritage Jubilee 2024: A Celebration of Black Achievement on Friday, Jan. 19, at 7 p.m. at the College’s Sanford/Lake Mary Campus (building C). Established over 40 years ago by the Afro-American Society at Seminole State, Heritage Jubilee commemorates the life and achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. while promoting his ideals of equality, justice and social change. The
Seminole State Awards Nearly 2,000 Credentials During Fall 2023 Grad Walk
Seminole State College of Florida recognized student achievement during the Fall 2023 inaugural Grad Walk Celebration Tuesday, Dec. 12, at the College’s Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.The College awarded nearly 2,000 degrees and certificates to students graduating this fall. More than 1,000 graduates from Summer Term 2023 were also invited to participate in the celebration to be formally recognized for their accomplishment earlier in year.“Our Raiders never cease to amaze me!" said Seminole State President Dr.
Biology Professor Dr. Laila Nimri earns 2023 Professor of the Year award
SANFORD, Fla. (Nov. 29, 2023) - Seminole State College of Florida Biology Professor Dr. Laila Nimri was honored with the Association of Florida Colleges (AFC) 2023 Professor of the Year award. In the 22 years she’s taught at Seminole State, she has made a difference in both students’ and faculty members’ lives.With both domestic and international accolades, her journey has been outstanding. After getting her master’s and Ph.D. degrees from Iowa State University, she returned to Jordan where she worked as a
Dream Gala: 40 Years Of Dreams Celebrating Seminole State Students
SANFORD, Fla. (Nov. 6, 2023) - The On Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, the Foundation for Seminole State College of Florida will celebrate its milestone 40th annual Dream Gala to benefit student scholarships and programs at the College. Once again, this spectacular event is presented by Addition Financial and will be held at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary. This year's theme, "40 Years of Dreams," pays tribute to the countless dreams that have been realized through the support of this gala over the past four
Seminole State Named A Top 150 Community College By The Aspen Institute
SANFORD, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2023) – For the third time, the Aspen Institute named Seminole State College of Florida as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's signature recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000 community colleges nationwide as having high and improving levels of student success as well as equitable
Seminole State Speaker Series Hosting Artificial Intelligence Expert Dan Turchin
Seminole State College of Florida’s 2023-24 academic year Speaker Series will focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is changing our lives. The first event will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 1 with a presentation with Dan Turchin, CEO and founder of PeopleReign, the leading AI platform for information technology and human resources employee service automation. During the event, Turchin will discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the nature of work with new technologies, like
Seminole State College’s Center For Public Safety And Seminole County Sheriff's Office Hosting Corrections Academy Information Sessions
Interested in getting involved in criminal justice and making a positive impact in our community? Seminole State College of Florida’s Center for Public Safety is partnering with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office to host two Correctional Officer academy information sessions on Saturday, Oct. 21. Participants can meet with academy staff and recruiters to learn more about becoming a Corrections Officer. WHO: Seminole State College’s Center for Public Safety and Seminole County Sheriff's Office WHAT:
Six Alumni Recognized With Legacy Awards At Celebration Of Giving
SANFORD, Fla. (Sept. 20, 2023) - The Seminole State College Alumni Association proudly announced the recipients of the 2023 Alumni Legacy Awards at the annual Celebration of Giving Event held on Sept. 12. The six recipients were recognized during the event, held in conjunction with the Foundation for Seminole State College, for their significant contributions to the community, their leadership and the lives they have transformed. Distinguished Alumni Award The Distinguished Alumni award recognizes an
Seminole State arts season features theater, jazz, art and holiday shows
A full program of theater, music and art offerings from Seminole State College of Florida’s Center for Fine and Performing Arts is on tap for the fall arts season. With dance, jazz, holiday favorites and more on the menu, there’s a little something for everyone to enjoy this season.Theater Esencia Esencia will feature performances by Flamenco del Sol dancers directed and choreographed by Tammy Weber de Millar. Flamenco dancing evolved in caves, so the atmosphere of Le Petit Théâtre on Seminole State’s
Seminole State College of Florida’s Center for Business Development welcomes local businesses for Sm
SANFORD, Fla. (Sept. 13, 2023) – Seminole State College of Florida’s Center for Business Development is hosting a Small Business Expo for clients of the business incubator, America's Small Business Development Center Network, and Elle Collective. Over 40 small businesses will participate at the event on Sept. 19 from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. In Building C on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.Guests of the expo can connect with the emerging local businesses and learn more about their products and services. The event is
Bachelor’s Students Stay On Track With United Way’s Destination Graduation
SANFORD, Fla. (Aug. 24, 2023) - Pursuing one of Seminole State College of Florida’s bachelor’s degrees opens opportunities in high-demand fields, but the road to graduation can be a bumpy one. To help students accomplish their goals and cross the graduation stage, the College’s Office of Holistic Student Support aims to intervene early before problems derail a student’s education, offering support with food, transportation, legal issues and more. Two bachelor’s degree students share how Destination
Nominations open for Alumni Association's 2023 Alumni Legacy Awards
The Seminole State College Alumni Association is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2023 Alumni Legacy Awards. The awards recognize Seminole State College of Florida alumni who have made substantial contributions to society and whose accomplishments, affiliations and careers have honored the legacy of excellence at Seminole State. The Alumni Legacy Awards have been a tradition at Seminole State since 1998, with the creation of the Distinguished Alumni Award. In 2016, the Alumni
New programs for Fall 2023 at Seminole State College support workforce development
SANFORD, Fla. (July 26, 2023) – With the start of classes for Fall Term on Aug. 21, Seminole State College of Florida is poised to kick off the 2023-24 academic year with new programs supporting workforce development and educational advancement. Here’s a look at what’s to come this fall.Finish Faster with Fall A and B Session Courses For students who want to fast-track their degree, Seminole State is offering more A and B Session courses to fit their schedule. By taking courses in the A and B sessions this
Seminole State’s Wanya Allen selected for Ginsburg Fellows Program
The Ginsburg Fellows Program supports a cohort of local youth leaders who aim to be positive activists in the community and Seminole State’s own Wanya Allen has been awarded the scholarship. Acting as a civic engagement incubator, the Ginsburg Fellows Program provides local youth with academic scholarships for the year, $2,500 in program seed funding, as well as networking, mentoring and education opportunities. The fellows will be empowered to be catalysts for change and launch non-profit efforts in the
Lorie Coachman named new AVP of Admissions and Enrollment Services
After serving in an interim position, Lorie Coachman will continue her work officially as the associate vice president (AVP) of Admissions and Enrollment Services for Seminole State College of Florida. Coachman joined the College in 2020 as the director of Assessment and Testing and has served as the associate vice president of Admissions and Enrollment Services since 2022. In these positions, she has worked to expand the use of enrollment and admissions data to promote data-driven decision-making and
Dr. Loretta Ovueraye Named Vp Of Academic Affairs At Seminole State College
After a national search, Dr. Loretta Ovueraye has been named vice president of Academic Affairs at Seminole State College of Florida. Ovueraye, who began work on June 12, has more than 20 years of experience in higher education serving as a faculty member, department chair, director of an honors college and more. Most recently she served as the vice provost for workforce programs and professional learning at Miami Dade College, making her incredibly familiar with the Florida College System. In that role,
Seminole State receives $4.7M for Altamonte Springs expansion and remodel
The funding is part of an additional $12.7 million the College received in Florida’s 2023-24 budgetALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (June 21, 2023) – Seminole State College of Florida has received $4.7 million in state Public Education Capital Outlay (PECO) funding to begin an expansion and remodel at its Altamonte Springs Campus. The PECO funds are part of $12.7 million appropriated for Seminole State in Florida’s budget in addition to its 2023-24 appropriation and will allow the College to move forward with plans
New community paramedicine program at Seminole State aims to fill health care gaps
SANFORD, Fla. (June 14, 2023) – Ask any Floridian, and they’d probably agree that access to quality health care shouldn’t be a luxury. But for those in underserved communities, where health care costs and the distance to major medical facilities are often barriers, it can be hard to come by. That’s where Seminole State College of Florida’s Community Paramedic Certificate program comes in.The College’s community paramedicine program, set to begin in Fall 2023, aims to train paramedics to address gaps in a
For Seminole State’s Dr. Laura Ross, Encouragement And Serving Where Needed Led To Success
SANFORD, Fla. (June 7, 2023) – In 1990 Seminole State College of Florida was Seminole Community College with founding president Dr. Earl Weldon at the helm, a single campus in Sanford/Lake Mary and an eager English professor who had just been hired to join the faculty. That’s where Dr. Laura Ross, who rose from professor to vice president of Academic Affairs, entered Seminole State’s history. Fast forward to today, and she has retired this summer after more than 30 years at the College. When Dr. E. Ann
2023 High School Graduates Can Start College With No Out-Of-Pocket Costs
SANFORD, Fla. (May 24, 2023) - Seminole State College of Florida is offering the Summer Bridge program this summer, a unique program designed in partnership with Seminole County Public Schools (SCPS) for 2023 high school graduates. Through the program, students will take two courses over the Summer Term, which runs June 21 – Aug. 2, and the College will use available financial aid and/or institutional funds to cover tuition, fees and books so students will have no out-of-pocket costs. The deadline to apply
Seminole State Awards Over 2,000 Degrees, Certificates At Spring Graduation
SANFORD, Fla. (May 3, 2023) – Seminole State College of Florida celebrated the success of more than 1,800 graduates during its Spring 2023 Commencement Tuesday, May 2, in Addition Financial Arena at University of Central Florida. The College awarded over 2,000 degrees and certificates this spring. The tradition, pomp and circumstance of graduation was on full display as bagpipers led the procession of special guests, faculty and graduates into the arena as commencement began. In addition to a faculty
Public And Private Partnerships Essential To Address Florida’s Nursing Shortage
ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (April 26, 2023) – There is no denying that the need for healthcare workers has never been greater. Recent reports by the Florida Hospital Association, the Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida, and the Florida Healthcare Association, show that the Sunshine State is projected to be short 59,100 nurses by 2035. Seminole State College of Florida is working hard to do its part to address the shortage of nurses, respiratory therapists and other health professionals, and maintain
Seminole State College’s Spring 2023 Commencement set for May 2
SANFORD, Fla. (April 25, 2023) – Seminole State College of Florida will award over 2,000 degrees and certificates during its Spring 2023 Commencement on May 2. The ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. in Addition Financial Arena at University of Central Florida. More than 1,800 students are set to earn credentials this spring. Dr. Laura Ross, vice president of Academic Affairs at Seminole State, will deliver the keynote address. Ross will retire this summer after more than 30 years at Seminole State. She started