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- Guiding Students through Music, Education and Performance
Geoffrey Neuman grew up in Illinois and moved to Southern California as a teenager. After graduating from high school, he followed his passion for music while studying at a community college. He later moved to Las … Continued - SCF’s TRIO SSS Students Overcome Barriers and Achieve Graduation MilestonesBRADENTON, Fla. (May 20, 2026) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Spring 2026 graduating class included twelve SCF TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program participants, including the Outstanding Graduate Award (OGA) winner for the second … Continued
- SCF Awards More Than 1,000 Degrees and Certificates at Spring 2026 Graduation CeremoniesBRADENTON, Fla. (May 20, 2026)—State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded more than 1,000 degrees and workforce certificates to graduating students at its Spring 2026 grad walk and traditional graduation ceremonies on May 8 at SCF … Continued
- SCF Collegiate Schools Held Their Class of 2026 Senior GraduationBRADENTON, Fla. (May 20, 2026) — State College of Florida Collegiate Schools (SCFCSs) presented high school diplomas, awards and scholarships to the Class of 2026 at graduation ceremonies on May 7 and 8 at State College … Continued
- SCF’s Spring 2026 Honors Convocation Awards Students for Academic DedicationBRADENTON, FLA (May 12, 2026)—State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) presented awards and scholarships to undergraduate students for their exceptional drive and initiative during its Spring 2026 Honors Convocation ceremonies on May 1 at SCF Venice … Continued
- Running His Home and Commercial Inspection Services Business and Supporting His Community’s Safety
Born in Manatee County and raised in Sarasota County, Glenn Stephens grew up around the local construction industry. He helped his father, a contractor, and admired his uncle, an architectural drafter. He eventually built a career … Continued - SCF Communications and Government Relations Among Nation’s Top Honorees
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Communications and Government Relations Division has earned two silver awards in the 41st Annual Educational Advertising Awards, a national competition recognizing excellence in higher education marketing and advertising. The competition … Continued - 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 … Continued - 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 … Continued - 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 … Continued - Six SCF Employees Win National Teaching and Service AwardsBRADENTON, 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 … Continued
- Meet Samoney: Continuing Her Education Toward a Second Degree in Health Care
Samoney Chisolm wants to improve patients’ health and well-being. Her professional dream is to own multiple businesses, including a wellness care center where she will work as a physical therapist assistant (PTA). Born in South Carolina, … Continued - SCF student employee pursues public service through Government Relations experience
Paula Correa has always felt called to help others. As a student employee in the Government Relations Department at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), she is turning that lifelong purpose into hands-on experience in public … Continued - Meet Joana: Advancing Higher in Her Finance Education and Career Path
Joana Mitra grew up in Lima, Peru, and wanted to become a diplomat. After graduating from high school, she and her family emigrated to the United States in 2020. Mitra’s mother and late grandmother, who raised … Continued - Connecting the Community to Life-changing Medical Care and Support
Victor Michel grew up in Bradenton and now serves his community as a program manager at We Care Manatee. As a nonprofit organization, We Care Manatee helps uninsured, low-income residents connect to free medical care and … Continued - State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s TRIO SSS Program Supports Winter 2025 Graduates’ Success
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF)’s Outstanding Graduate Award (OGA) winner and an OGA finalist are among the Winter 2025 graduates who participated in SCF’s TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program and earned their associate in … Continued - SCF Holds Winter 2025 Grad Walk and Graduation Ceremonies
BRADENTON, FL (Dec. 11, 2025)—State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded more than 983 degrees and certificates to graduates at its Winter 2025 grad walk and traditional graduation ceremonies held throughout the day at SCF’s Bradenton and … Continued - SCF Holds Winter 2025 Nursing Pinning CeremonyBRADENTON, FL (Dec. 11, 2025)—State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded 173 pins to nursing graduates at its Winter 2025 nursing pinning ceremony at SCF’s Bradenton campus on Friday, Dec. 5. The graduates earned 86 … Continued
- Meet Aaron: Earning a Business Degree and Paying it Forward to His Family
Aaron Rodriguez leads an active, purpose-driven life. Growing up in an immigrant family in Bradenton, Rodriguez’s parents taught him the value of hard work. He worked full time for his family’s automotive collision repair business before … Continued - Helping Occupational Therapy Assistant Students and Patients Make Strides
Julie Bezold, OTD, program director and professor of the occupational therapy assistant program, SCF. Julie Bezold grew up in Pennsylvania and felt a strong purpose to improve people’s lives. She studied, trained and pursued gratifying careers … Continued - Staff Spotlight: Meet Brent, Setting Up Performing Arts Students for SCF Stage and Future Success
Brent Denison, manager, Performing Arts Center, SCF Brent Denison was born and raised in Bradenton, Florida. He graduated from Southeast High School and then Manatee Community College (now SCF) with an Associate in Arts degree in … Continued - Two SCF Manatees Baseball Alumni’s MLB Teams are Playing in the World SeriesBRADENTON, FL (Oct. 23, 2025)—Brendon Little and Justin Wrobleski, former pitchers at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, now play for the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers MLB teams, respectively, which are headed to the … Continued
- Leading Hospital Nursing Staff, Practice and Care
Judy Young was first drawn to nursing through her family’s experiences. Her aunt and mom’s cousin enjoyed their nursing jobs and spoke fondly about their work, and her cousin had muscular dystrophy and received nursing care. … Continued - Catching Up with Former SCF Manatees Baseball Pitcher-Turned Pro
Growing up in Sterling, VA, Liam Best fell in love with playing baseball at age four. He also enjoyed watching the sport, especially Gerrit Cole pitching for the New York Yankees. Best continued to play baseball … Continued - Guiding Business and Hospitality Students in Real-world Career Exploration
Suzanne Anderson, D.B.A., M.B.A., Hospitality and Tourism Program Manager and Associate Professor of General Business, SCF. Suzanne Anderson has a heart for travel, hospitality and higher education. She treasures seeing the world, learning new topics and … Continued - Studying Psychology, Excelling Academically and Embracing Student Life
Alina Oberglock cares about improving lives. When she was younger, she liked helping her peers and wanted to become a teacher. She plans to graduate with an Associate in Arts in Psychology from State College of … Continued - Staff Spotlight: Meet Nick, Leading Sports, Team, and Student-Athlete Success
Nick Cichielo, Athletic Director, SCF Nick Cichielo was born in Rockville Centre, NY, and spent most of his childhood in St. Louis, MO. He has worked in professional baseball and college athletics. While pursuing a Master … Continued - Aiming Higher in Business and Entrepreneurial Teaching
Tylisha Johnson, D.B.A., Manager of the Entrepreneurship Program and Assistant Professor, Business, SCF. Tylisha Johnson often says she was born to be a teacher. Growing up in Dover, Delaware, she began role-playing education scenarios with her … Continued - Uplifting Lives Through Balloons and Care
Dana Yawn brightens her clients’ birthdays and other special events by wearing her signature pink color, making vibrant balloon displays and designing cheerful settings. She started her Party Popping Events balloon décor business in Bradenton during … Continued - SCF Associate Professor of Theatre Named President’s Faculty Excellence Award Winner
BRADENTON, FL (August 28, 2025)—Amanda Schlachter, an associate professor of theatre in the performing arts department at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, has been named the 2025 President’s Faculty Excellence Award winner. The Office of the … Continued - Two SCF Staff Members Selected for the 2025-26 Leadership Manatee ClassBRADENTON, FL (August 26, 2025)— Patricia Rand, Ph.D., interim provost of academic and faculty affairs at State College of Florida-Manatee, and Haley Yursky-Fischer, coordinator of Student CARE Services at SCF, have been selected for the 2025-26 … Continued
- Staff Spotlight: Meet Haley, Helping Students Persevere
Haley Yursky-Fischer, coordinator, Student CARE Services, Dean of Students Office Haley Yursky-Fischer grew up in Sarasota near SCF and joined the College in January 2022 to give back to the community that helped shape her. Her … Continued - Exploring History, Government, and Communities in and Beyond the Classroom
Michael Rogers, Professor of American History and Political Science, SCF Social and Behavioral Sciences Department Looking back, Michael Rogers would agree with the choices he made and tell himself to keep doing those things because they … Continued - Providing Compassionate Care and Comfort for Pets and People
Thalia Bozeman ’05 practices veterinarian care with compassion and faith. She is a doctor of veterinary medicine caring for dogs, cats and other small animals at the Animal Health Clinic in Lakewood Ranch. She and her … Continued - Carrying on a Legacy of Learning, Compassion and Commitment to NursingSimon Borner has dedicated his heart, mind and care to patients while pursuing a nursing degree at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota. Borner, who graduated in May, received the Pat Kuebler Memorial Scholarship Award at the … Continued
- Four SCF Employees Win National Excellence Awards for Teaching and Service(Bradenton, Fla., May 19, 2025) — Four State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota employees have been named 2025 Excellence Award winners by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). The faculty and staff members were … Continued
- Setting the Bar Higher in Teaching and Academics
SCF is honored to be one of the great 28 colleges in the Florida College System. We are committed to providing access to high-quality, affordable academic and career programs for students and the workforce to learn, … Continued - Aqua Cares Foundation Honors SCF with a Salute to Safety AwardThe Aqua Cares Foundation honored State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota with a Salute to Safety Award at an awards dinner on April 11 at the GROVE restaurant in Lakewood Ranch. Award recipients were recognized for demonstrating … Continued
- SCF Students Shine at 2025 FCSAA Music Symposium(Bradenton, Fla., April 7, 2025) — Thirty-four students and three faculty members from State College of Florida Manatee-Sarasota’s Music Program attended the 2025 Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) Music Symposium at Jacksonville University in January. … Continued
- Co-owning a Business, Planning Special Events, and Serving up Food and Fun
Evan Potter ’12, Co-owner, PlanIt Events Evan Potter ’12 and her mother, Karen Ferguson, co-own PlanIt Events, LLC, a business of food, fun and joy. Potter, who now lives in Parrish, grew up in Sarasota, and … Continued - Developing the Next Generation of Dental Hygiene Care Professionals
Kimberly “Kim” Bastin, Ed.D., director of dental hygiene, dental hygiene associate professor, and assistant dean of health professions and wellness, SCF Kimberly “Kim” Bastin hopes to be remembered as a loving family member, friend and dedicated … Continued - Celebrating SCF Student and Faculty Authors, Favorite Books, and Reading
Anjeli Chiroli shares a special friendship and literary partnership with her longtime neighbor and author-illustrator, Jonathan Otto. Chiroli is a sophomore pursuing an associate in arts degree at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota. She helped Otto … Continued - The SCF Foundation Scholarship Luncheon Celebrates College Education Support
(Bradenton, Fla., March 14, 2025)—The State College of Florida Foundation hosted its 24th Annual Scholarship Luncheon at Michael’s On East with the theme “Scholarships Change Futures.” Over $191,000 was raised to support SCF scholarships and programs. Scholarship … Continued - First-generation Student Develops Communications Work Experience and Skills at SCF
(Bradenton, Fla., March 6, 2025) — Sofia Zavala and her family find pride in higher education. She started at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) in 2023. Zavala is a first-generation college student studying in the … Continued - SCF Holds Inauguration Celebration for Seventh President Tommy Gregory, J.D.
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) celebrated the inauguration of its seventh president, Tommy Gregory, J.D., on Feb. 7. The SCF community, President Gregory’s family, friends and colleagues, and SCF President Emerita Dr. Carol F. Probstfeld … Continued - Appreciating the Value of Higher Education and Teaching
Anna Wasilewska, ‘01, Department Chair and Professor, SCF Mathematics Department Like many people, Anna Wasilewska, ‘01 views higher education as a positive path to a fulfilling career. Wasilewska grew up in Poland with her parents and … Continued - Empowering Students with Resources, Mentorship and Support
Brittany Marshall Davis lives a fulfilling undergraduate student life at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Bradenton. Davis is a 28-year-old, first-generation college student originally from Texas. She is pursuing an associate in arts degree with … Continued - Changing Futures with Student Scholarships
At State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), students who apply for financial aid in turn help other students in need of financial support. When student financial aid fees are collected, the state mandates that those funds … Continued - Changing Lives Through Community Partnership, Support and Growth
Matthew “Matt” Sauer, ‘87, Collaboration and Impact Officer, Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation Matt Sauer, ’87, is a change agent. Through his former journalism and new philanthropic work, Sauer has brought critical issues to light, shared … Continued - Serving Fellow Veteran Students For Their College SuccessDonald “Eddie” Spangler enlisted in the U.S. Army on Sept. 13, 2001, two days after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks killing nearly 3,000 people in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania. “I joined because of … Continued
- Staff Spotlight: Going Above and Beyond in Business Development Service
Lee Kotwicki, director of workforce services, lifelong learning and workforce development, SCF Congratulations to Lee Kotwicki, winner of the Above and Beyond award at Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance’s 2024 Sandies Awards luncheon on Nov. 15. Kotwicki … Continued - Safeguarding the SCF college community with compassion, support and security
Melissa Bailey, of Sarasota, has dedicated her life to public service, safety and well-being for her communities. She joined State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) in the Public Safety department in 2018, after her retirement of … Continued - Celebrating 67 Years of Education, Workforce Development and Community Support
(Bradenton, Fla., September 17, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) is proud to mark our 67th Anniversary on Sept. 17, 2024. SCF has graduated more than 61,500 students in our community and provides high-quality … Continued - SCF Alumna Sizemore Guides Dental Hygiene Education and Public Health Care Access
At 10 years old, Shankisha “Kisha” Sizemore, CRDH, MSDH ’02, ’05 experienced life-changing health care. Sizemore’s dental hygienist and dentist in Bradenton made a memorable impression through their kindness, compassion and openness to let her explore … Continued - SCFCS Venice Receives Third Consecutive “A” Grade on Florida’s Accountability Report(Bradenton, Fla., August 20, 2024) — State College of Florida Collegiate School (SCFCS) Venice has achieved an “A” rating from the Florida Department of Education for the 2023-24 school year. This was SCFCS Venice’s third consecutive … Continued
- SCFCS Bradenton Receives 14th Consecutive “A” Grade on Florida’s Accountability Report(Bradenton, Fla., August 20, 2024) — State College of Florida Collegiate School (SCFCS) Bradenton has achieved an “A” rating from the Florida Department of Education for the 2023-24 school year. This was SCFCS Bradenton’s 14th consecutive … Continued
- Five Former SCF Manatees Selected in the 2024 MLB Draft(Bradenton, Fla., August 14, 2024) — Five former State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Manatees baseball players were selected during the 2024 MLB draft. Brandon Clarke, a left-handed pitcher and 2024 MLB Draft Combine participant, was … Continued
- Brandon Clarke Continues SCF Manatees Excellence as a 2024 MLB Draft Prospect(Bradenton, Fla., July 11, 2024) — Brandon Clarke, a 21-year-old, talented left-handed pitcher and student at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), is a prospect in the 2024 MLB Draft airing July 14-16. Clarke delivered an … Continued
- Eight SCF Employees Win National Excellence Awards(Bradenton, Fla., July 3, 2024) — Eight employees at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) have won National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. More than 1,100 faculty, administrators and staff from 191 … Continued
- SCF Dedicates its Dr. Carol F. Probstfeld Library and Learning Center(Bradenton, Fla., June 27, 2024) — The State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) named its Dr. Carol F. Probstfeld Library and Learning Center at a brief ceremony on June 25 presented in the Atrium at the … Continued
- SCF Mathematics Instructor Wins Early Career Teaching Award(Bradenton, Fla., June 20, 2024) — Robert Shollar, a mathematics department instructor at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), has won the Early Career Teaching Award from the Mathematical Association of America-Florida Section (MAA). Shollar is … Continued
- TRIO Student Support Services Helped 12 SCF Spring Graduates Earn a College Education(Bradenton, Fla., June 7, 2024) — The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program assisted 12 students with achieving their college educational goals and graduating this spring at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Bradenton. Since 2021, … Continued
- SCF Recognizes Outstanding Students at Honors Convocation 2024(Bradenton, Fla., May 16, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) recognized SCF Venice and SCF Bradenton Spring 2024 graduates for their exceptional academic initiative and drive and dedicated service and impact to the College … Continued
- SCF Occupational Therapy Graduates Poised to Pass National Exam and Join Field
(Bradenton, Fla., May 6, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Occupational Therapy Program graduated 19 students during its Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies. The students were honored with a pinning ceremony on May 2 at … Continued - 1,090 Degrees and Certificates Bestowed at SCF Spring 2024 Commencement
(Bradenton, Fla., May 3, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) celebrated its Spring 2024 graduation with a pair of commencement ceremonies on Friday at the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center. The college awarded more … Continued - 128 Nursing Students Celebrated at SCF 2024 Spring Pinning Ceremony
(Bradenton, Fla., May 3, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded 86 nursing students their nursing pins May 3 at SCF’s Neel Performing Arts Center. The pinning ceremony included welcome remarks from SCF President … Continued - White Coats and Pins Presented to 15 SCF Dental Hygiene Students
(Bradenton, Fla., May 3, 2024) — Fifteen dental hygiene students from State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), were honored with their white coats and dental hygiene pins on May 1 at SCF’s Neel Performing Arts Center. … Continued - 20 Aspiring Physical Therapist Assistants Awarded Pins at SCF Spring Ceremony
(Bradenton, Fla., May 3, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), awarded 20 Physical Therapist Assistant pins to graduating students during a ceremony on May 1 at SCF’s 26 West Center, located at SCF Bradenton. … Continued - SCF Communications and Government Relations Takes Two Silver Awards at National Competition
(Bradenton, Fla., March 1, 2024) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Communications and Government Relations department has won two silver awards in the 39th annual Educational Advertising Awards competition. More than 2,000 entries were received … Continued - Maverick’s Rhythm & Rave at SCF Bradenton is free and open to the public(Bradenton, Fla., February 1, 2024) —State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) and the State College of Florida Foundation are hosting a free Maverick’s Rhythm & Rave party on Friday, Feb. 9 at SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W., … Continued
- Winter 2023 Graduation Celebrated at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
(Bradenton, Fla., Dec. 8, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) celebrated its Winter 2023 graduation with a pair of commencement ceremonies on December 8 at the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center. Nearly 1,000 degrees and certificates … Continued - SCF Nursing Celebrates Fall 2023 Pinning Ceremony
(Bradenton, Fla., Dec. 8, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded 168 nursing students their nursing pins Dec. 8 at SCF’s Neel Performing Arts Center. The pinning ceremony included welcome remarks from Dr. Tammy Sawmelle, SCF’s … Continued - SCF American Government Instructor Publishes Second Novel(Bradenton, Fla., October 31, 2023) – State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) American Government instructor Mike “Mig” Gallagher recently published his second novel, “California Rifles: the Major, the Marshal, and la Mujer.” The work of historical … Continued
- SCF Collegiate School Graduate to Receive Youth Volunteer Award as a Champion of Health Care(Bradenton, Fla., June 14, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) congratulates 2023 SCF Collegiate School (SCFCS) graduate Gabriella Cortes-Alban, who will receive the Youth Volunteer Award at the ninth annual Manatee Chamber of Commerce Champions of … Continued
- Gabriella Cortes-Alban ’23 Recognized as Champion of Health Care
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) congratulates 2023 SCF Collegiate School (SCFCS) graduate Gabriella Cortes-Alban, who will receive the Youth Volunteer Award at the ninth annual Manatee Chamber of Commerce Champions of Healthcare Awards on June … Continued - Future Business Leaders Display Excellence at State Conference(Bradenton, Fla., May 11, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) students earned high honors at the Florida State Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Conference in Orlando. Competing against students from colleges and universities across Florida, … Continued
- SCF Celebrates More Than 700 Graduates, Including 88 New Nurses
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) celebrated its Spring 2023 graduation with a pair of commencement ceremonies on Friday at the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center. The college awarded more than 700 degrees and certificates, including … Continued - SCFCS Bradenton Salutes 66 Students in Graduation Ceremony(Bradenton, Fla., May 9, 2023) — State College of Florida Collegiate School (SCFCS) Bradenton held its 10th commencement ceremony with 66 students receiving high school diplomas and most also earning associate in arts degrees. More than two-thirds of … Continued
- SCFCS Venice Holds Graduation Ceremony(Bradenton, Fla., May 9, 2023) — State College of Florida Collegiate School (SCFCS) Venice held its third commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 4. Sixteen graduates were awarded their high school diplomas and associate in arts degrees. The graduates … Continued
- State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Celebrates Spring Graduation(Bradenton, Fla., May 5, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) celebrated its Spring 2023 graduation with a pair of commencement ceremonies on Friday at the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center. The college awarded more than 700 … Continued
- Nursing Pins Bestowed to 88 SCF Nursing Graduates(Bradenton, Fla., May 5, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded 88 nursing students their nursing pins May 5 at SCF’s Neel Performing Arts Center. The pinning ceremony included welcome remarks from Dr. Tammy Sawmelle, SCF’s … Continued
- SCFCS Bradenton Instructor Lisa Lacey Nominated for Congressional Award
Lisa Lacey was nominated for Rep. Vern Buchanan’s Congressional Teacher Award. Less than 20 teachers across Manatee and Sarasota counties were nominated. The Congressman welcomed all nominees to a reception where certificates of recognition were issued. … Continued - Vote for the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center as Bradenton’s Best!
The BEST is back and SCF Neel Performing Arts Center has been nominated for Best Live Theatre in the 2023 Bradenton’s Best. 2023 Bradenton’s Best Voting is underway! Website to vote: VoteBradenton.com - Ursula Kushner named Brain Bowl Student of the Month by FCSAA!
Ursula Kushner was recognized as April’s FCSAA Brain Bowl Student of the Month after recording the top individual performance at the state championship meet in March. She helped SCF to a third place finish. Read more>> - Four SCF Employees Receive National Leadership Excellence Awards(Bradenton, Fla., March 21, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) congratulates four faculty and staff members who have received leadership excellence awards from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). Katherine DeBerry, coordinator, natural … Continued
- Former Manatee Features Prominently in March Madness
D’Moi Hodge ‘20 played one of his best career games on the biggest stage yesterday, hitting 5 three-pointers, scoring 23 points, and snagging four steals in Missouri’s win over Utah State. Hodge is one of the … Continued - SCF Brain Bowl Thrives in State and National Competitions(Bradenton, Fla., March 14, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Brain Bowl team competed in the Community College Championship National Tournament for the first time since 2019, placing seventh out of 24 competing schools. … Continued
- SCF to Showcase Newly Renovated Dental Hygiene Clinic(Bradenton, Fla., March 7, 2023) – State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) will host a grand reopening celebration for its newly renovated dental hygiene clinic 3-7 p.m. Monday, March 13, at SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. … Continued
- Nussair ’17 Carries Model UN Experience to Work Experience at the UNHanna Nussair ’17 was one of the top performers on SCF’s exceptional Model UN teams in 2016 and 2017. What’s all the more impressive, she was in high school at the time. Nussair earned her associate … Continued
- Brain Bowl Returns to the National Spotlight
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s (SCF) Brain Bowl team competed in the Community College Championship National Tournament for the first time since 2019, placing seventh out of 24 competing schools. National Academic Quiz Tournaments sponsored and … Continued - SCF Athletes Post Stellar Grades and On-Field ResultsSCF’s 98 athletes combined for a 3.12 GPA, including 13 with a perfect 4.0 in Fall 2022. Men’s Basketball welcomed a relatively new team this Fall, but they’ve rallied from a difficult start to the season, … Continued
- TRIO Student Support Services Celebrates Graduates and Successful Career Navigation Event(Bradenton, Fla., Feb. 16, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) continues to utilize TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) grant funding to assist students in achieving their educational goals. Nine TRIO students graduated in December … Continued
- Celebrate Black History Month with the Family Heritage HouseJoin the State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) college community to celebrate Black History Month by visiting the treasured African American gallery and resource center at the Family Heritage House Museum in the Library & Learning … Continued
- Lamont Leading the Way at Lakewood Ranch Business AllianceBrittany Lamont ’08 has lived on the Gulf Coast of Florida for nearly her entire life and is proud of the economic growth emerging across the region she calls home. As president of the Lakewood Ranch … Continued
- SCF Recognizes Key Health Care Industry and Local Foundation Supporters of Nursing Program(Bradenton, Fla., Jan. 17, 2023) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) hosted a reception to recognize key supporters whose contributions to the SCF Nursing Program have allowed for growth and sustainability to combat the critical shortage of … Continued
- SCFProud: Lamont Leading the Way at LWRBABrittany Lamont ’08 has lived on the Gulf Coast of Florida for nearly her entire life and is proud of the economic growth emerging across the region she calls home. As president of the Lakewood Ranch … Continued
- SCF Nursing Recognizes Key Supporters of LINE and PIPELINE FundingState College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) hosted a reception to recognize key supporters whose contributions to the SCF Nursing Program have allowed for growth and sustainability to combat the critical shortage of nurses. The event was … Continued
- SCF Celebrates Successful Return of Graduation to SCF Neel Performing Arts Center
SCF awarded more than 1,000 new degrees and certificates to its esteemed graduates in a pair of on-campus ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 9. The ceremonies represented a successful return to traditional graduation ceremonies in the venerable … Continued - Winter 2022 Graduation Celebrated at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota(Bradenton, Fla., Dec. 9, 2022) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) celebrated its Winter 2022 graduation with a pair of commencement ceremonies on December 9 at the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center. More than 1,000 degrees and … Continued
- SCF Nursing Celebrates Fall 2022 Pinning Ceremony(Bradenton, Fla., Dec. 9, 2022) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) awarded 84 nursing students their nursing pins Dec. 9 at SCF’s Neel Performing Arts Center. The pinning ceremony included welcome remarks from Dr. Tammy Sawmelle, SCF’s … Continued