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The Methods of AI in Preserving and Revitalizing Native Language

Josh Hutton

Seminole State College NASNTI (Native American-Serving Nontribal Institutions) is a federally funded grant program. While SSC is a nontribal institution, Seminole State College (SSC) does have a significant Native American student population, which qualifies the college for this federal grant. Last year, SSC was also awarded a supplemental grant to support the revitalization and preservation of Native American Language. Part of the supplemental grant funds have been allocated to sponsor an Artificial Intelligence Symposium, featuring innovations in AI and its aid in preserving and revitalizing Native languages. 

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SSC Upward Bound participants who recently completed the 9th, 10th and 11th grades stand in front of the St. Louis Arch during their summer trip.

SSC Upward Bound Students Travel to St. Louis and New England

Josh Hutton

Seminole State College’s Upward Bound program participants traveled on separate trips to St. Louis, Missouri, and New England in July.

Participants who recently completed the 9th, 10th and 11th grades visited St. Louis. Their trip started with a campus tour of Missouri State University in Springfield, followed by an evening at the City Museum. Students were also treated to excursions to Six Flags, a performance of the musical “Dreamgirls” at the Muny Theater, a tour of the historic St. Louis Arch, followed by a riverboat cruise on the Mississippi River and a visit to the Union Station Aquarium.

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In this photo, Seminole State College GEAR UP students (pictured left to right) Korbyn Finch of Maud, Hailey Mack of Varnum and Raygan Lee of Wetumka pose for a photo after visiting the United State Capitol Building during their trip to Washington D.C. for the Youth Leadership Summit.

SSC GEAR UP Students Attend Leadership Summit in D.C.

Josh Hutton

Three Seminole State College GEAR UP students were selected alongside other students from across the United States to attend and participate in the 2024 Youth Leadership Summit (YLS) during the annual National GEAR UP conference July 21-24, in Washington D.C.

YLS’ theme this year was “Diplomacy Beyond Borders: Inspire, Connect, Transform.” The students learned how to be an efficient leader and have healthy leadership skills. The students were able to network with a diverse group of young adults and discuss the unique obstacles they had overcome to get where they are today.

The SSC GEAR UP participants included Korbyn Finch from Maud, Raygan Lee from Wetumka, and Hailey Mack from Varnum.

The three GEAR UP students and the GEAR UP staff also enjoyed an educational preconference. The places visited included Boston and Salem, Massachusetts, Newport, Rhode Island and New York City. Participants attended Wicked on Broadway, walked the Salem Witch Trial Trails and the Freedom Trail in Boston. They also visited several national monuments and toured Brown University, Harvard University and New York University.

Middle School Students Attend Rollercoaster Camp

Josh Hutton

SSC Talent Search/FOCUS federal grant program hosted an engineering “Coaster Camp” for eighth-grade students on June 5 and 6. As students worked together and problem solved to build their own roller coasters, Mrs. Jenny Davidson, Wewoka High School Geometry and Trigonometry teacher, taught hands-on lessons related to force, motion, and energy.

Students are shown working together and problem solving to build their own roller coasters during the SSC Talent Search/FOCUS federal grant programs engineering “Coaster Camp” for eighth-grade students.

“Coaster Camp” participants were then able to see those lessons on a larger scale with a visit to Frontier City theme park. The Talent Search Central and West Projects are 100% federally funded in the amounts of $388,326 and $277,375 annually. For more information about the Talent Search Program, visit sscok.edu/sponsored-grant-programs/talent-search or call 405-382-9709.

Pictured is the group of students that attended “Coaster Camp” wearing their camp shirts.

A large group of SSC Talent Search/FOCUS students, staff, and volunteers pose for a photo after they enjoyed dinner together at Logan's Roadhouse and attended Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert at the OKC Civic Center on April 26.

SSC Talent Search Experiences the Magic of Harry Potter Concert

Josh Hutton

One hundred and four SSC Talent Search/FOCUS students, staff, and volunteers enjoyed dinner together at Logan’s Roadhouse and attended Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert at the OKC Civic Center on April 26. The Talent Search Central and West Projects are 100% federally funded in the amounts of $388,326 and $277,375 annually. For more information about the Talent Search Program, please visit sscok.edu/sponsored-grant-programs/talent-search or call 405-382-9709.

Pictured is a High school FFA student competing in the Ag Mechanics (welding) contest.

SSC Aggie Club Hosts Sixth Annual FFA Interscholastic Contest

Josh Hutton

The Seminole State College Aggie Club hosted its sixth annual SSC FFA Interscholastic Contest on April 11.

Nearly 1,100 students from 100 schools across the state of Oklahoma participated in the event. Students competed in a variety of contests – Ag Mechanics, Animal Science Quiz Bowl, Milk Quality and Products, Electricity, 8th Grade Quiz Bowl, Employment Skills, Entomology, Environmental and Natural Resources, Floriculture, Homesite Evaluation, Land Judging, Soil and Water Management, Turfgrass Management and Veterinary Science.

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Pictured is SSC graduate Robert Hanson playing guitar for attendees as they view artwork created by SSC students and local artists.

SSC Showcases Local Artists at Campus Event

Josh Hutton

Seminole State College welcomed faculty, staff, students and the local community to immerse themselves in the world of art at the “SSC, the Arts and Me” event on April 17. Taking place at the Cooks Commons and the Boren Library, the event showcased the creativity of SSC students and local artists.

Attendees had the opportunity to view and purchase a diverse selection of artwork, ranging from paintings to sculptures.

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Pictured are students gathered in the Student Union at Seminole State College during SSC’s 50th annual Interscholastic Meet on March 28.

SSC Interscholastic Meet Winners Announced

Josh Hutton

Students from 28 schools across the state competed in Seminole State College’s 50th annual Interscholastic Meet on March 28. Nearly 600 students attended the event.

Individual entries were separated into two divisions. Division I was composed of students from schools classified as 3A, 4A and 5A. Students from 2A and A class schools competed in Division II.

Exams were administered to students in 12 different subject areas during morning and early-afternoon testing sessions. Four art categories were offered as well: sculpture, painting, drawing and best in show. The top three winners within each subject were awarded medals.

A trophy was awarded to the top school in each division based on accumulation of points and medal placing. Preston High School was the Division I Sweepstakes Champion. This year the runner-up was Morris High School. In Division II, Paden High School was the Sweepstakes Champion, and Bowlegs High School clinched runner-up.

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Pictured (left to right): Director of the Sac & Fox Language Department Katie Thompson, Matriarch Co-Creator Sarah Adams, Miss Indian Oklahoma Faithlyn Seawright, U.S. Department of State Foreign Service Officer Jennifer Barnes-Kerns and MICA Group CEO Della Warrior as they sit on a panel at SSC discussing Native American Language in the Workplace.

Panel Discusses Native Language at SSC Event

Josh Hutton

Seminole State College hosted “Native American Language in the Workplace: A Roundtable Discussion” on March 26 in the Jeff Johnston Fine Arts Auditorium. The event was sponsored by SSC’s Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institutions (NASNTI) grant program, which is 100 percent federally funded in the amount of $450,000 annually. Pictured (left to right): Director of the Sac & Fox Language Department Katie Thompson, Matriarch Co-Creator Sarah Adams, Miss Indian Oklahoma Faithlyn Seawright, U.S. Department of State Foreign Service Officer Jennifer Barnes-Kerns and MICA Group CEO Della Warrior.

Pictured is SSC psychology major Shannon Bennett, of Tecumseh, as she presents at “Mental Health Monday.”

SSC Student Support Services Launches “Mental Health Mondays”

Josh Hutton

Seminole State College grant programs Student Support Services (SSS) and SSS STEM are hosting “Mental Health Mondays” each first Monday of the month. The events feature informational presentations followed by discussions about different topics pertaining to mental health. The events take place at 12 p.m. in room 106 of the Scott Building. March’s meeting centered on friendship. Students learned what to look for in a healthy friendship, how to recognize toxic friendships and the benefits of friendship on our mental and physical health. Those in attendance shared stories and snacks and played Friendship Bingo.

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