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Meet Allison: Working Toward a Second Degree in Health Services

Allison Woronick has always enjoyed interacting with people, especially children. As a child, she thought about becoming a doctor, a veterinarian or a caretaker. Now, she is continuing her education toward a health services profession, so she can help improve care and lives. “I want to gain insight into management and leadership qualities and skills, … Continued

03-27-2026

Staff Spotlight: Meet Kenisha, Managing Employment and Employee Operations

Kenisha Roney was born in Rochester, New York, and moved with her family to Bradenton at age eight. She grew up in Bradenton, graduated from Southeast High School and became a first-generation college student. Roney started her higher education journey at Florida State University and Manatee Community College (now State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota). She … Continued

03-24-2026

SCF Hosted a Mathematics Conference for Florida Educators and Students

BRADENTON, FLA (March 17, 2026)—State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) hosted the 59th annual joint meeting of the Mathematical Association of America Florida section (MAA-FL) and the Florida Two-Year College Mathematics Association on Friday, Feb. 20 and Saturday, Feb. 21 at SCF Bradenton. Tommy Gregory, J.D., president, SCF, delivered opening remarks to approximately 188 professors, … Continued

03-17-2026

Answering 911 calls, dispatching first responders and helping his community

Alexander “Xander” Lowen was born in Sarasota and has lived most of his life in North Port. Following in his family’s footsteps, he works for the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. He continues his family’s legacy of public safety service as an emergency operations supervisor. “My grandfather was hired as a deputy in the 1970s, and … Continued

03-05-2026

Six SCF Employees Win National Teaching and Service Awards

BRADENTON, FLA (March 5, 2026)—Six State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) faculty and staff members have been named National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) 2026 Excellence Award winners. SCF colleagues nominated the winners based on their outstanding commitment, talent, teaching and service. The winners are: Angel Kelly, office supervisor, library services; Toni McLeroy, … Continued

03-05-2026

SCF Music Presents Spring 2026 Closing Performances

BRADENTON, FLA (March 5, 2026)— The State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Music Program closes its Spring 2026 season with performances in April and May at SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $5 for SCF students and staff unless otherwise noted. SCF’s Guitar Ensemble, Commercial Ensemble and songwriting … Continued