A large delegation of campus and community leaders representing Seminole State College attended Higher Education Day at the Capitol in Oklahoma City, Tuesday, Feb. 14. The event, sponsored by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, is held annually to demonstrate the value and importance of higher education in the state.
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Through a partnership between the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s Reach Higher program and Seminole State College, a scholarship is now available for adults who previously earned college credit and would like to return to complete their degree.
The Reach Higher Finish Line Scholarship was established to contribute to the economic development goals of the state of Oklahoma through providing in-demand degree options for working adults.
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Seminole State College freshman Emma Buchanan, of Stroud, recently attended the Nigh Institute Leadership Academy held in Oklahoma City.
Buchanan joined college students from across the state for the four-day academy from Feb. 4-7. Over the course of the event, Buchanan and her peers volunteered at the Oklahoma Regional Food Bank, enjoyed an OKC Thunder game, toured the Oklahoma City National Memorial, visited the Bob Funk Ranch and experienced the First Americans Museum.
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Two Seminole State College employees were recognized for their hard work and dedication during the monthly Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum on Feb. 9. Assistant Professor of Mathematics Dr. Ricky Streight was honored as “Faculty Member of the Month” and Admissions and Record Specialist Jessica Guinn as “Staff Member of the Month.”
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Former Seminole State College baseball players, along with community supporters and members of the 2023 Trojan squad, gathered on the SSC campus Saturday, Feb. 4 for the annual Trojan Season Kick-Off Banquet. More than 200 guests attended the event.
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State Farm Insurance recently donated 25 laptops to Seminole State College’s laptop loan program. Seminole State Farm Agent and SSC Educational Foundation Trustee Darren Frederick identified the corporate grant program for the College and assisted with the application, resulting in the donation of the devices.
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Seminole State College, like many institutions across the state, closed campus early on Tuesday as winter weather moved into the area.
Before campus closed, students braved the cold to attend class. The College reopened mid-morning on Wednesday.
Seminole State College nursing students recently joined peers from across the state for a night of food, comradery and preparation for the National Council Licensure Examination at Mercy Hospital of Ada. The NCLEX is an exam all nursing students must take to become a registered nurse. The students learned tips for breaking down questions and passing the exam.
During the events of the night, students were asked questions regarding their knowledge of nursing. SSC students Jolena Hardin of Holdenville, Audra Williams of Tecumseh and Sara Thompson of Allen were named the highest scoring team. Each of the three students won $200 to cover the cost of their NCLEX.
“I’m so proud of these outstanding women. They have put in the hard work it takes to become a register nurse, and it shows.” SSC Nursing Instructor Brenda Hudson said.
Seminole State College has released the names of honor roll students for the 2022 fall semester. Three separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievements.
The President’s Honor Roll is comprised of students who maintain a perfect 4.0 grade-point-average in at least 12 credit hours of coursework.
Students named to the Vice President’s Honor Roll must have a 3.5 grade-point-average or better and no grade below a “C”.
The Part-Time Students’ Honor Roll is for students who maintain a 3.5 grade-point-average with no grade below a “C” in at least six, but less than 12 college credit hours.
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