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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 her, taught her to be resilient, independent, to have a strong work ethic and other deeply held values. “My … Continued

02-02-2026

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 support services needed to live healthier lives. “I have been very happy at my job,” said Michel. “I think … Continued

01-30-2026

SCF Board of Trustees Report: Jan. 27, 2026

Bradenton, FL (Jan. 27, 2026) – State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) District Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Jan. 27. The board heard presentations on: The board approved: The next board meeting is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Feb. 24 at SCF Bradenton.

01-27-2026

SCF to Hold a Free Healthy Smiles Kids Dental Care Event on Feb. 7

BRADENTON, FL (Jan. 13, 2026)—State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) will hold a free Healthy Smiles dental care event for children in grades K-12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, at the SCF Bradenton campus, 5840 26th St. W, in the SCF Dental Hygiene Clinic, Building 2. The Healthy Smiles event includes … Continued

01-13-2026

SCF to Host a U.S. Air Force Band of the West Free Concert on Jan. 14

BRADENTON, FL (Jan. 5, 2026)—The United States Air Force (USAF) Band of the West will perform a free concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), 5840 26th St. W., Bradenton, in the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center, Building 11 East. The concert is general admission, and tickets are … Continued

01-05-2026

SCF Music Opens Spring 2026 Performance Season

BRADENTON, FL (Jan. 5, 2026) — State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF) Music Program kicks off its Spring 2026 season with January and February performances at SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $5 for SCF students and staff unless otherwise noted. “Best of the Best Music Showcase” – 7 … Continued