Pensacola State College
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Former names | Pensacola Junior College |
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| Motto | "Go Here. Get There." |
| Type | Public college |
| Established | 1948 |
Parent institution | Florida College System |
| Endowment | $14.5 million (2022-2023) |
| President | C. Edward Meadows |
Academic staff | 147 (2022-2023)[1] |
| Students | 7,981 (2022-2023)[1] |
| Location | , United States 30°28′52″N 87°12′05″W / 30.4810°N 87.2014°W |
| Campus | Small city[1] |
| Colors | Green and Navy |
| Nickname | Pirates |
Sporting affiliations | NJCAA Region 8, Panhandle Conference |
| Website | www |
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Pensacola State College (PSC) is a public college based in Pensacola, Florida. It is part of the Florida College System. Originally established as Pensacola Junior College in 1948, the college underwent a name change in July 2010 to reflect its expanded academic offerings, including baccalaureate degrees.[2][3][4]
History and Locations
[edit]Pensacola State College was founded as the first higher education institution in Pensacola. The main campus in Pensacola was inaugurated in 1948. The college expanded its reach over the decades with the establishment of additional campuses:
- Downtown Campus (1957)
- Milton Campus (1971)
- Warrington Campus (1977)
- Naval Air Station Pensacola Mini-Campus (1981; destroyed in 2004 by Hurricane Ivan)
PSC also operates centers in Santa Rosa County and Century.
Academics
[edit]The college is led by President C. Edward Meadows and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Pensacola State College offers a diverse range of academic programs, including associate and bachelor’s degrees, vocational certifications, and an adult high school. With over 120 majors and concentrations, PSC focuses on career advancement and technical training. Notable areas of emphasis include cybersecurity, culinary arts, and pre-med programs.
Partnerships
[edit]Pensacola State College maintains a strong partnership with the University of West Florida through joint initiatives and collaborative programs. PSC also has a partnership with the University of Florida via a shared campus in Milton.
Media and Publications
[edit]The main PBS station of Pensacola, WSRE, is operated by Pensacola State College. PSC also publishes The Corsair, the student newspaper, published both in print and online. It covers a range of topics including campus events, student profiles, and sports. The paper is known for its awards and regular publication schedule.[5][6][7][8][9]
Athletics
[edit]Pensacola State College’s athletic teams compete in the Panhandle Conference of the Florida College System Activities Association, part of Region 8 of the National Junior College Athletic Association. The college supports various sports, including basketball, softball, baseball, and cross country running.
Notable alumni
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Joel Anthony -
William H. Plackett -
Craig Waters -
Greg Evers -
Alan G. Poindexter
- Joel Anthony, Former basketball player in the National Basketball Association
- Joe Cannon, Former Major League Baseball outfielder
- Greg Evers, Former member of the Florida Senate
- Jerry L. Maygarden, Former member of the Florida House of Representatives
- Dave Murzin, Former member of the Florida House of Representatives
- Craig Waters, Communications counsel for the Florida Supreme Court
- William H. Plackett, Former master chief petty officer of the Navy
- Alan G. Poindexter, American naval officer and NASA astronaut
- Billy Sadler, Former Major League Baseball relief pitcher
- Victoria Nika Zdrok, Adult model, author and clinical psychologist
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System".
- ^ "Pensacola State College - Campus Information". Archived from the original on 2013-08-05. Retrieved 2013-09-05.
- ^ "PJC now known as Pensacola State College | www.gulfbreezenews.com | Gulf Breeze News". Archived from the original on 2011-07-11. Retrieved 2010-07-04. PJC now known as Pensacola State College
- ^ http://www.northescambia.com/?p=20319 No More Pensacola Junior College
- ^ Manning, Matthew (1989). The Standard Periodical Directory (12th ed.). New York, N.Y.: Oxbridge Communications. p. 426. ISBN 0917460227. OCLC 19109138.
- ^ "Student Publications Directory". Florida College System Activities Association. Retrieved 2019-09-09.
- ^ Cheer, Daniel, ed. (March 10, 2021). "Staff List". The Corsair. Vol. 72, no. 4. Pensacola, Florida.
- ^ Carter, Shaleyah (August 2019). "Hobbs Center retires Collegiate High". The Corsair.
- ^ Richards, Sarah (10 September 2018). "The Case for Community College". The Corsair. Retrieved 9 September 2019.
External links
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