Tina Savage (center) speaks to guests during her retirement reception Dec. 12 in the E.T. Dunlap Student Union at Seminole State College. Savage joined SSC in 2000 and as the Talent Search-West Advisor spent years guiding Pottawatomie County high school students toward postsecondary education. She holds an Associate of Science from Seminole State College, a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern State University, and a Master of Science from East Central University. She and her husband, Kevin, reside in Maud.
The Clinic has partnered with Seminole State College to provide comprehensive health care for its students.
Beginning with the Spring 2026 semester, SSC students may visit The Clinic at 2249 Boren Boulevard, which is located under the same roof as The Pharmacy and only blocks away from the campus. There are approximately 1,500 students enrolled at the school.
“We are grateful for this new partnership with The Clinic and what it will mean for our campus community,” said SSC President Lana Reynolds. “By making affordable preventive and primary care easier to access, we are removing barriers and investing in the overall success of our students and the faculty and staff who serve them.”
Seminole State College employees and students recently participated in the Angel Tree program, providing gifts to 25 children in need through the Salvation Army and the Oklahoma Department of Human Services. The SSC community purchased clothing and toys, carrying on a tradition of giving the college began in 1997. Pictured (left to right): Language Arts and Social Sciences Office Manager Twila Kappele, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant Tina Morris, Student Affairs Administrative Assistant Toni Wittmann, and Lead Custodian Christie McKee.
Two Seminole State College employees were recognized for their dedication and service during the Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum on Dec. 11. Assistant Professor of Life Science Leigh Ann Wilson was honored as Faculty Member of the Month, and Recruitment Specialist Maddy Potter was named Staff Member of the Month.
The Seminole Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, along with the Lions Club and Kontoor Brands/Wrangler, recognizes SSC employees several times during Forum each year. Honorees are nominated from across campus and selected by College administrators.
SSC student-athletes help children with holiday crafts during Seminole State College’s Night at the Lights event at the Reynolds Wellness Center on Dec. 8. Families also enjoyed complimentary hot chocolate and cookies throughout the evening.
Dr. Ricky Streight visits with attendees during a retirement reception in his honor Dec. 3 in the E.T. Dunlap Student Union on the Seminole State College campus. Streight has dedicated 18 years of service to SSC over two tenures, beginning in 1986 as an instructor before moving into administration, then returning in 2021 as a full-time professor teaching the calculus series, differential equations and developing computer science courses. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Oklahoma, four master’s degrees in strategic studies, computer science, data analysis and mathematics, and a doctorate in higher education from the University of Oklahoma; he and his wife, Sherri, reside in Shawnee.
Five business students from Seminole State College traveled to the Stonecipher School of Business at East Central University in Ada on Nov. 12 to compete in a series of business-focused events. The team returned with a collection of awards and cash prizes ranging from $25 to $250.
The day began with the Tiger Tank business pitch competition, modeled after the television show “Shark Tank.” Three SSC students presented their entrepreneurial ideas to a panel of judges. Katie Simpson of Columbus, Kansas, earned second runner-up for her pitch, Next Level Athletics, a sports training complex aimed at developing young athletes. Savannah Averitt of Seminole and Ava Freeze of Prague took first place in the underclassmen division with their concept, Savalon, a full-service family salon with a welcoming, community-centered focus.
Seminole State College hosted a send-off on Nov. 14 for the women’s soccer team ahead of their appearance at the NJCAA Division I Women’s Soccer National Tournament in the E.T. Dunlap Student Union. Women’s Soccer Head Coach Dan Hill thanks the students, faculty, staff and community supporters in attendance at the event. SSC President Lana Reyolds, Board of Regents Chair Marci Donaho, SSC Educational Foundation Chair Mark Schell and Student Government Association President Adisen Williamson also spoke at the event, wishing the team well on their competition.
SSC sophomore Ethan Rich (left) of Prague poses with former Trojan baseball player and SSC Alumni Hall of Famer Chris Schroeder, Director of the Association of County Commissioners of Oklahoma, during the Oklahoma Academy Town Hall. Schroeder served as a panelist during the event.Pictured at the 2025 Oklahoma Academy Town Hall in Tulsa, Oct. 26–29: SSC President Lana Reynolds, SSC sophomore Ethan Rich of Prague and SSC Educational Foundation Chair Mark Schell.
Seminole State College sophomore Ethan Rich, of Prague, was selected as one of only ten students from colleges and universities across Oklahoma to participate in the 2025 Oklahoma Academy Town Hall, held Oct. 26–29 at the River Spirit Casino Resort in Tulsa. Also representing SSC were President Lana Reynolds and SSC Educational Foundation Chair Mark Schell.
This year’s Town Hall theme, “Forging Our Future Beyond ARPA,” focused on how Oklahoma can build on American Rescue Plan Act investments to strengthen communities and drive long-term resilience. Over four days, participants collaborated with civic leaders, policymakers and community advocates to develop actionable public policy recommendations.
Founded in 1967 as a nonpartisan forum to advance sound public policy, the Oklahoma Academy adopted its Town Hall model in 2001 to convene diverse voices and convert ideas into consensus recommendations. The organization will compile and publish findings from this year’s discussions following the event.
“Ethan represented SSC incredibly well,” President Reynolds said. “We’re proud to see our students engaged in meaningful conversations about Oklahoma’s future.”
Seminole State College Physical Therapist Assistant program Director Shakira Stafford talks with prospective students inside the PTA lab housed at Gordon Cooper Technology Center during the College’s in-person meet and greet on Oct. 20. Attendees met faculty and current students, learned about curriculum, clinical education, financial aid and explored career opportunities.
