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  • Sea Turtle Research In The Gulf Presented by the SCF STEM Learning Community Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 From 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at SCF Bradenton, Natural Science (Bldg. 25A), Room 117 Lakewood Ranch will also be doing a viewing of the workshop in the Center for Innovation and Technology, Room 134 Join virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/274825216484756?p=vlhbrb28Pc0huj4y5O Researcher Dr. Jake LaSala from Mote Marine will be coming to talk to students about his journey into Marine Biology as well as share about his Research with Sea Turtles. The sea turtle conservation and research program (STCRP) at Mote Marine Laboratory has been monitoring the nesting beaches in Sarasota and Manatee counties since 1982. Sea turtle nesting numbers have seen record growth primarily due to conservation efforts and citizen science. STCRP tags sea turtles at night to learn more about individual behavior and how it impacts their populations. Research projects are aided by students annually and we will talk about some of the most recent projects and other STCRP projects.

    Sea Turtle Research In The Gulf

    Bldg. 25A – Natural Science at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Sea Turtle Research In The Gulf
    Presented by the SCF STEM Learning Community

    Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at SCF Bradenton, Natural Science (Bldg. 25A), Room 117

    Researcher Dr. Jake LaSala from Mote Marine will be coming to talk to students about his journey into Marine Biology as well as share about his Research with Sea Turtles.

  • Virtual Info Session - 10/14/26 Learn about our academic programs, the enrollment process, and get answers to all your questions. Whether you're just getting started or ready to apply, this session is a great way to connect and get the information you need. Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. Teams Virtual Link (to be provided prior to event)

    Virtual Info Session

    Fall 2026 Campus Info Sessions
    Virtual Session via Microsoft Teams

    Virtual Info Session

    Wednesday, October 14, 2026 from 3:00-4:30 p.m.

    Learn about our academic programs, the enrollment process, and get answers to all your questions. Whether you're just getting started or ready to apply, this session is a great way to connect and get the information you need.

  • SCF Venice Tour Fall 2026

    SCF Venice Tour

    Fall 2026 SCF Venice Tours
    Bldg. 100 – Student Services Center at SCF Venice 8000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL, United States

    Join us for a tour of SCF Venice on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    Fall 2026
    Located at the Student Services Center (Bldg. 100)

  • Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Bradenton Your Voice. Your Ideas. Your College. Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections. Questions? Contact: StudentLife@SCF.edu

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Center for Innovation & Technology at SCF Lakewood Ranch 7131 Professional Pkwy E., Sarasota, FL, United States

    Pizza, Leadership and YOU at SCF Lakewood Ranch

    Students, grab a slice of pizza and join us for campus updates, conversation and connections.

    Tuesday, Oct. 13
    Noon to 1 p.m.
    CIT Building, Room 116/117

  • Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 Presented by the SCF Hispanic-Latino Heritage Club Café Hispano Wednesday, September 16 from 9-11 a.m. in the Student Union at SCF Bradenton Tasting of coffees from different Latin American countries, refreshments, and Hispanic Knowledge Trivia prepared by the Latin/Hispanic Student Club. Café Hispano Tuesday, September 22, from 9-11 a.m. at SCF Venice Tasting of coffees from different Latin American countries, refreshments, and Hispanic Knowledge Trivia prepared by the Latin/Hispanic Student Club. Hispanic Film Screening Thursday, October 15 at 12:30 p.m. in Screening Room 325 at SCF Venice In the Heights, a musical drama film. In the Heights, directed by Jon M. Chu. Lin-Manuel Miranda created and wrote the music and lyrics for the original stage musical. Usnavi, a young bodega owner in Washington Heights, dreams of a better future while celebrating his Latino community, family, friendships, music, and culture. As he and his neighbors follow their dreams, they face important choices about love, home, and where they belong. (Limited to 40 people) Café Hispano Wednesday, October 7 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at SCF Lakewood Ranch Tasting of coffees and teas from different Latin American countries and refreshments, along with an opportunity to listen to Oral Histories recorded by some of our SCF staff and students who have a Hispanic heritage. Culmination: Café Hispano Wednesday, October 14 from 9-11 a.m. in the Library & Learning Center – Knowledge Commons (1st floor) at SCF Bradenton Tasting of coffees and teas from different Latin American countries and refreshments, along with an opportunity to listen to Oral Histories recorded by some of our SCF staff and students who have a Hispanic Heritage. Month-long/ongoing programs: Hispanic Food: The SCF Cafeteria/Food Services will include special recipes of Hispanic food in their menus throughout the month. Books, Videos and More at the SCF Library: All three SCF Libraries will feature book displays with resources by Hispanic creators and/or about the many Hispanic and Latin American cultures represented in our Nation. Trivia and Streaming Video: The screens in the Library Forum and other public screens will showcase films, documentaries, and trivia questions related to Hispanic culture, history, and celebrities.

    Hispanic Film Screening

    Hispanic Heritage Month 2026
    Bldg. 300 – Dr. Bill Jervey, Jr. Library at SCF Venice 8000 S. Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL, United States

    Hispanic Heritage Month 2026
    Presented by the SCF Hispanic-Latino Heritage Club

    Hispanic Film Screening
    Thursday, October 15 at 12:30 p.m. in Screening Room 325 in the Library (Bldg. 300) at SCF Venice
    In the Heights, a musical drama film. In the Heights, directed by Jon M. Chu. Lin-Manuel Miranda created and wrote the music and lyrics for the original stage musical. Usnavi, a young bodega owner in Washington Heights, dreams of a better future while celebrating his Latino community, family, friendships, music, and culture. As he and his neighbors follow their dreams, they face important choices about love, home, and where they belong. (Limited to 40 people)

  • Take a Break @ the Library SCF Library invites all staff and faculty to enjoy a social hour with free drinks and a snack. This is the chance to get out and connect with other SCF departments. You can also learn about library resources and check on what is new at SCF Library. Hope to see you there! Date: Every Third Thursday Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Location: Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center (Bldg. 3) State College of Florida, Bradenton

    Take a Break @ the Library (SCF Staff & Faculty)

    Take a Break @ the Library
    Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center and Family Heritage House at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Take a Break @ the Library

    SCF Library invites all staff and faculty to enjoy a social hour with free drinks and a snack. This is the chance to get out and connect with other SCF departments. You can also learn about library resources and check on what is new at SCF Library. Hope to see you there!

    Date: Every Third Thursday
    Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
    Location: Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center (Bldg. 3)
    State College of Florida, Bradenton

  • Haunted Manatee County Author Talk Presented by SCF Libraries and the Paranormal Society of Bradenton Meet local author Liz Reed and find out about her work with the Paranormal Society of Bradenton. Liz will be presenting stories about Manatee County history and hauntings as well as presenting her book Haunted Manatee County. Attend the event and get entered for a drawing to win a signed copy of Haunted Manatee County. The author will be for available for a meet and greet after the talk and will also have signed copies of books for sale. This event will be streaming through Microsoft Teams and can be viewed at the SCF Venice and SCF Lakewood Ranch Libraries. Free event. Author will have books for sale at the event. Date: 10/15/2026 Time: 1-2 p.m. Location: Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center and Family Heritage House Registration: https://scf.libcal.com/event/17632967

    Haunted Manatee County Author Talk

    Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center and Family Heritage House at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Haunted Manatee County Author Talk
    Presented by SCF Libraries and the Paranormal Society of Bradenton
    Meet local author Liz Reed and find out about her work with the Paranormal Society of Bradenton.

    Date: 10/15/2026
    Time: 1-2 p.m.
    Location: SCF Bradenton, Bldg. 3 – Carol F. Probstfeld Library & Learning Center

  • Spoooooky Slime Lab Presented by Student Veterans of America Come and customize your own Halloween-themed slime, using charms, glitter, beads, and other fun items! Date: 10/15/2026 Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m. Location: Bldg. 4 – The Quad at SCF Bradenton

    Spoooooky Slime Lab

    Bldg. 4 – The Quad at SCF Bradenton 5840 26th St. West, Bradenton, FL, United States

    Spoooooky Slime Lab
    Presented by Student Veterans of America
    Come and customize your own Halloween-themed slime, using charms, glitter, beads, and other fun items!

    Date: 10/15/2026
    Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
    Location: Bldg. 4 – The Quad at SCF Bradenton