For six decades, the Neel Performing Arts Center at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) has brought students, artists and audiences together through music, theatre and the performing arts. SCF is celebrating the Neel’s 60th anniversary throughout its 2026-27 performing arts season, honoring the thousands of people who have performed, learned and gathered there since … Continued

Rogelio Gomez, SCF student When he was younger, Rogelio Gomez considered careers in archeology, zoology or the U.S. Army Special Forces. After growing up in the Manatee-Sarasota area, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps before pursuing higher education. Stationed at Marine Corps Air Station New River in North Carolina, Gomez worked as an air traffic … Continued

Jason Barr, instructor, natural science, SCF Growing up in Pickerington, Ohio, Jason Barr demonstrated the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and in a relatable manner. He developed the skills to communicate effectively through his high school job at a grocery store and later working in retail management. As a college student, Barr was drawn … Continued