EFSC News Releases

Eastern Florida State College News Release Archive

Current year releases are below. Prior years: [2022] [2021] [2020]  [2019]  [2018]  [2017]  [2016]  [2015]  [2014]  [2013]  [2012]

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• Submissions Accepted for Community Art Show

  March 23, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College's Titusville Campus is hosting its spring art show "Growing with the Arts" and is calling for submissions from EFSC students, faculty, staff and Brevard County residents. Read More

• Eastern Florida Theatre Department Presents Play "The Tempest"

  March 22, 2023 - The Eastern Florida State College Theatre Department will present William Shakespeare's "The Tempest," directed by Selena Ambush, on the mainstage of EFSC Simpkins Fine Arts Center (Bldg. 4) on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Lifelong Educator Named 2023 Distinguished Alumni

  March 21, 2023 - Dr. Diana Wehrell-Grabowski, a lifelong science educator who has made significant contributions to the field, has received the Eastern Florida State College Foundation's Distinguished Alumni Award for 2023. Read More

• EFSC Honors Employees with Service Awards

  March 8, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College celebrated more than 340 employees Wednesday for their dedicated service to students and the community at the Employee Service Awards. Read More

• College Plans Accessibility Workshops for Incoming Students and their Families

  March 7, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College's SAIL Program (Student Access for Improved Learning) will host online workshops throughout the spring to help incoming college students with disabilities navigate the differences between academic accommodations in college versus high school. Read More

• Simpkins Speaker Says Confidence, Seizing Opportunities are Keys to Success

  March 1, 2023 - Bill Rancic, entrepreneur, best-selling author and the first winner of NBC's "The Apprentice," shared his amazing life story during a Simpkins Speaker Series appearance at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• BBQ Cook-Off Funds EFSC Student Scholarships

  February 18, 2023 - The EFSC Foundation's 7th Annual Backyard BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest held Saturday raised more than $140,000 for Eastern Florida State College student scholarships. Read More

• EFSC to Host Performing & Visual Arts Showcase

  February 16, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College will highlight its Performing and Visual Arts programs with a special live event on Saturday, March 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Center. Read More

• Physical Therapist Assistant Program Open House Planned

  February 15, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Open House for its Physical Therapist Assistant Program on Wednesday, March 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. on the Melbourne Campus. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  February 14, 2023 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program with a March 19 application deadline. Read More

• First 'Apprentice' Winner Next Simpkins Speaker at EFSC

  February 13, 2023 - Bill Rancic, entrepreneur, best-selling author and the first winner of NBC's "The Apprentice," is the next Simpkins Speaker Series guest at Eastern Florida State College on March 1. Read More

• EFSC to Hold Dental Assisting Open House

  February 9, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College's Dental Assisting Program will hold an Open House on Wednesday, March 22 from 6-8 p.m. on the EFSC Cocoa Campus in Bldg. 20, Rm. 104. Read More

• EFSC Cosmetology and Facials Salon Open to Public

  February 8, 2023 - The Cosmetology Salon located on Eastern Florida's Cocoa Campus has opened for spring term Tuesday - Thursday with both cosmetology and facial services available. Read More

• EFSC Student Housing Application Opens March 3

  February 7, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College invites current and in-coming students to study and live on campus and is preparing to accept applications for its student housing facilities on the Melbourne Campus for the 2023-2024 academic year. Read More

• EFSC to Showcase Bachelor Degrees at Upcoming Expo

  February 7, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College will highlight its Bachelor Degrees at a special event on Wednesday, March 8 from 4 - 7 p.m. at the Melbourne Campus Student Union. Read More

• EFSC President's Contract Extended for Superb Performance

  February 6, 2023 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees has extended the contract of college President Dr. Jim Richey to 2028, citing his superb leadership in continuing to move the college forward. Read More

• EFSC Plans Open House for Respiratory Care Program

  February 2, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Open House for its Respiratory Care Program on Thursday, February 23 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Melbourne Campus Health Sciences Institute. Read More

• Award Honors Faculty Mentor

  January 24, 2023 - Business professor Dr. Frank Christopian has been honored by his peers with EFSC's Faculty Mentoring Award. Read More

• EFSC Foundation to Host Seventh Annual Backyard BBQ Cook-Off

  January 11, 2023 - The BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest will be held on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m on EFSC's Melbourne Campus with cook-off team, vendor and sponsor spots still open, plus tickets available at the gate. Read More

• EFSC to Host Open Houses for Radiography Program

  January 10, 2023 - Eastern Florida State College will host open houses for its Radiography Program on Tuesday, January 24 from 3-5 p.m. and Wednesday, January 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Students Celebrate Fall Graduation

  December 15, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College students celebrated the holidays in style Thursday during two Fall Commencement ceremonies that included two emotional walks across the stage, the first by a bachelor's graduate with cerebral palsy and the second by a Vietnam veteran who waited 50 years to pick up his diploma. Read More

• Creative Writing Contest Winning Entries Spotlighted

  December 5, 2022 - Three EFSC students have been honored for their winning essays in the college's 15th annual fiction and narrative non-fiction writing contest. Read More

• EFSC Fall Graduation Ceremonies Set for Dec. 15

  November 29, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will hold Fall Commencement ceremonies on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., marking the achievements of students earning their diplomas this term. Read More

• Brevard Chorale Presents Christmas Concert

  November 21, 2022 - The Brevard Chorale will feature Christmas carols and other holiday favorites during two performances of "A Ceremony of Carols," including Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Center. Read More

• EFSC to Host Dental Assisting Open House

  November 17, 2022 - People interested in the Dental Assisting Program can learn more at an Open House on Wednesday, November 30 from 6-8 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Energetic Leadership and Motivational Speaker Pegine Excites Students

  November 16, 2022 - Best-selling author and award-winning businesswoman Pegine shared her inspirational journey from a rough upbringing on the streets of New York to an advisor to U.S. Presidents and CEOs during the Simpkins Speaker Series event Wednesday on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• John Kuchta Joins EFSC Foundation Board of Directors

  November 7, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently elected John Kuchta to serve on its Board of Directors. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Golf Tournament Boosts Scholarship Fund

  November 4, 2022 - More than 30 teams enjoyed a beautiful day of golf as they helped raise nearly $145,000 for Eastern Florida State College student scholarships. Read More

• Motivational Speaker Pegine Comes to EFSC Nov. 16

  November 3, 2022 - Pegine, one of the world's top motivational speakers, will talk about successful leadership as the next Simpkins Speaker Series guest at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Host Fall Jazz Band Concert

  October 27, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present a Fall Jazz Band Concert on Thursday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m., a rescheduled date due to Hurricane Nicole. Read More

• Eugene O'Neill Comedy Headed for Simpkins Stage

  October 26, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Theatre Department will present "Ah, Wilderness" by Eugene O'Neill in four performances from Nov. 4-6. Read More

• EFSC Cosmetology Salon Open for Fall Hours

  October 11, 2022 - The Cosmetology Salon located on Eastern Florida's Cocoa Campus is open to the public beginning Tuesday, Oct. 18 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Students Earn State Academic Honors

  October 11, 2022 - The Florida College System Activities Association has named 66 students from Eastern Florida State College to its 2021-22 All-Academic Team. Read More

• College Plans STEM Career Day and Job Fair

  October 10, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will host a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) career day and job fair open to prospective and current students, alumni, and the public on Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Palm Bay Campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Showcase Bachelor Degrees at EXPO

  September 23, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will highlight its Bachelor Degrees at a special event on Thursday, October 27. Read More

• EFSC Offering Non-Credit Workplace Writing Course

  September 22, 2022 - Punch up your writing and improve your on-the-job skills in a low-cost, non-credit professional writing course that begins Oct. 11, 2022 at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• DeSantis Awards EFSC $6.6 Million in Grants For High-Tech Training

  September 17, 2022 - Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded Eastern Florida State College $6.6 million in state grants Friday to increase the scope of its programs that are training students for the Space Coast's high-tech workforce. Read More

• New EFSC Bachelor Tracks Tackle BPS Teacher Shortage

  September 15, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College is starting two new Bachelor's Degree specializations in Education to help tackle a shortage of science teachers in grades 5-12 in Brevard Public Schools. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  September 14, 2022 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Spring Term 2023 Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• EFSC Nursing Students Receive Scholarships

  September 13, 2022 - The Brevard Heart Foundation has awarded scholarships to Eastern Florida State College nursing students Stephanie Herrnkind and Te'a Sepulveda to help continue their education. Read More

• Workforce Development Month Puts EFSC In Spotlight

  September 12, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College's success in programs that lead students to in-demand jobs with local industry has put EFSC in the spotlight as a state leader in helping spur economic growth. Read More

• New EFSC Apprenticeship Students Launch Their Futures

  September 6, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College and a team of industry partners welcomed 11 new students into a growing apprenticeship program Tuesday that is playing an important role in providing area companies with high-tech workers. Read More

• EFSC Celebrates Constitution Day With Sheriff Wayne Ivey Interview

  September 1, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will celebrate the 235th Anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution with a half-hour interview between EFSC Associate Professor Chris Muro and Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey. Read More

• Department of Education Chancellor O'Farrell Visits EFSC

  September 1, 2022 - Florida Department of Education Chancellor Dr. Kevin O'Farrell visited Eastern Florida State College on Thursday, touring facilities on the Cocoa Campus and learning more about EFSC's key workforce programs. Read More

• EFSC Announces Newest Distinguished Educator Honoree

  August 11, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College Associate Professor Tony Akers was honored Thursday with the 2022 Distinguished Educator Award. Read More

• Sen. Wright Presents Check for New Titusville Campus Aerospace Center

  August 9, 2022 - State Sen. Tom Wright presented a $1.2 million check Tuesday to Eastern Florida State College to help fund the new Aerospace Center of Excellence on the Titusville Campus to train students in high-tech careers. Read More

• Ten EFSC Employees Cited for Exemplary Performance

  August 8, 2022 - Ten Eastern Florida State College employees were named STARS Award winners Monday for their exemplary performance during the past academic year. Read More

• EFSC's Cocoa Campus Plan a Catalyst For Economic Growth

  July 28, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College's plan to invest $87 million in new academic buildings on its Cocoa Campus over the next decade will be a major "economic engine" that spurs growth and development in central Brevard County, according to local government and business development leaders. Read More

• Cocoa Rotary Club Creates Endowed Student Scholarship

  July 27, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently announced receipt of a $26,500 gift from the Rotary Club of Cocoa in honor of a long-time member. Read More

• EFSC Teams Up With Florida Today on Candidate Forums

  July 13, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College is partnering with Florida Today to televise a series of candidate forums in July and August that will provide the public a front row seat on important local issues in the 2022 elections. Read More

• Embraer Provides Grant to Support the EFSC Foundation

  July 12, 2022 - Embraer has awarded the Eastern Florida State College Foundation $5,730 to educate minority youth in grades 7-9 about careers in aerospace and aviation and the programs at EFSC that can lead to those careers. Read More

• Three EFSC Programs Part Of Money-Back Guarantee Plan

  July 6, 2022 - Nursing, Aerospace Technology and Welding are part of a newly launched Money-Back Guarantee program at Eastern Florida State College, with students who enroll and complete their studies and are not employed within six months after graduation eligible to request a tuition refund. Read More

• EFSC Cosmetology Salon Offering Facials

  June 22, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Facial Specialty program is offering facial services to the public, plus EFSC students, faculty and staff. Read More

• EFSC Breaks Ground on Second Student Residence Hall

  June 13, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College broke ground Monday on its second Residence Hall on the Melbourne Campus to meet the growing demand from students who want to live and study there. Read More

• No Tuition Increase, Employee Pay Raises in New EFSC Budget

  June 13, 2022 - No tuition increase for students for the 11th straight year and pay raises for faculty and staff are among the key parts of the new fiscal year budget at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Leaders Meet at EFSC on Critical High-Tech Workforce Needs

  June 12, 2022 - State and regional leaders in government, higher education and industry gathered Friday at Eastern Florida State College to discuss the need to expand the high-tech workforce along the Space Coast. Read More

• Laura Moody Appointed to EFSC Board of Trustees

  June 8, 2022 - Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Laura Moody, the Chief Legal Counsel for the Brevard County Sheriff's Office, to the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees. Read More

• Legislature, DeSantis Fund Two New High-Tech Centers at EFSC

  June 6, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College has received $20.9 million in funding from the Florida Legislature for a pair of major new high-tech centers to train students for area industry. Read More

• Grant Provides Boost to EFSC's Veterinary Program

  June 1, 2022 - The Community Foundation for Brevard has awarded a $4,133 grant to help train students in Eastern Florida State College's Veterinary program. Read More

• EFSC to Host Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference

  May 31, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will host the upcoming Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference, with more than 1,000 people expected for the event that provides mentors and role models for youth. Read More

• EFSC Students, Families Celebrate Spring Graduation

  May 12, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College students celebrated Spring Commencement on Thursday as they commemorated earning their diplomas amid fanfare from family and friends during two ceremonies on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• Registration Open for EFSC Summer Youth Golf Camp

  May 9, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Minority Youth Golf Camp will be held Monday, June 6 through Thursday, June 16 with a pre-registration deadline of May 25. Read More

• Florida College System Chancellor Visits EFSC

  May 4, 2022 - Florida College System Chancellor Kathy Hebda visited Eastern Florida State College on Wednesday, meeting with senior college leaders, students and touring facilities. Read More

• Government Contracting Seminar Planned

  May 3, 2022 - The Small Business Development Center at EFSC will host a Government Contracting Seminar on Tuesday, May 10 on the Cocoa Campus, 1519 Clearlake Road, Cocoa, Florida. Read More

• EFSC Cybersecurity Center Earns National Designation

  April 28, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College has been named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the U.S. government for the role its cyber security programs are playing to help protect the nation's critical information infrastructure. Read More

• EFSC Spring Graduation Set for May 12

  April 27, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will hold on-campus graduation ceremonies for Spring Commencement on May 12, celebrating the achievements of students earning their diplomas this term. Read More

• Small Business Webinar Planned

  April 26, 2022 - The Florida Small Business Development Center at Eastern Florida State College will host a Small Business Webinar on Thursday, May 12 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Read More

• Sign Up for Respiratory Care Program Open House

  April 25, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Open House for its Respiratory Care Program on Wednesday, May 4 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on its Melbourne Campus. Read More

• EFSC Presents 2021-2022 Student Awards

  April 21, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College acknowledged the achievements of exceptional students at its annual student awards ceremony, held Wednesday, April 20 on the Melbourne Campus. Read More

• EFSC Students Make All-Florida Academic Team

  April 20, 2022 - Six Eastern Florida State College students have been selected to the 2022 All-Florida Academic Team for their outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• Second Student Housing Building Planned For EFSC's Melbourne Campus

  April 19, 2022 - Construction will begin soon on a second Student Housing building on Eastern Florida State College's Melbourne Campus to meet the strong demand from students who want to live and study there. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Adds New Board Member

  April 18, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently elected Mark Mikolajczyk to serve on its Board of Directors. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Host Bachelor's Degree Expo

  April 14, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will highlight its Bachelor degrees at a special on-campus Expo event on Thursday, May 5. Read More

• EFSC Cocoa Campus Enters New Era With $87 Million Master Plan

  April 11, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College announced the start of a new era Monday for its Cocoa Campus with a plan to invest $87 million to build new academic buildings, student housing and make major improvements to the campus grounds. Read More

• Successful BBQ Cook-Off Benefits Student Scholarships

  April 9, 2022 - The EFSC Foundation's 6th Annual Backyard BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest held Saturday on Eastern Florida's Melbourne Campus raised more than $100,000 for EFSC student scholarships. Read More

• EFSC Plans Preview Night For Parents Of High Schoolers

  April 5, 2022 - EFSC will host a virtual Parent Preview Night event on Tuesday, April 26 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. to explain how students can earn college credits while still in high school. Read More

• EFSC Cheerleaders Competing at National Championship

  March 30, 2022 - EFSC's student cheerleading squad will compete in the National Cheerleaders Association Collegiate Championship being held in Daytona Beach April 7-9. Read More

• RSVP for Respiratory Care Degree Open House

  March 29, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Open House for its Respiratory Care program on Thursday, April 14 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the Melbourne Campus. Read More

• EFSC Names New Director of Admissions

  March 2, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College has announced that Chris Stankiewicz has been promoted to Director of Collegewide Admissions. Read More

• Former NASA Astronaut Winston Scott Inspires in EFSC Event

  March 1, 2022 - Winston Scott shared his inspirational journey from the segregated schools of his youth in Miami to high-flying NASA astronaut and Naval aviator in a presentation that wowed the crowd watching the Simpkins Speaker Series event Tuesday on campus and online. Read More

• Student Housing Application Opens Friday

  March 1, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College's 2022-2023 academic year housing application portal opens at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, March 4 for current and in-coming students who want to study and live on campus in the Melbourne student housing facility. Read More

• EFSC Lab School to Host New Preschool Parent Information Sessions

  February 24, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College's Lab School program is becoming Launch Learning, a new non-profit organization that will begin its inaugural preschool year in August 2022, with enrollment details available during two information sessions on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Read More

• EFSC's Cybersecurity Program Gains Prestigious U.S. Designation

  February 22, 2022 - Eastern Florida State College's Cybersecurity bachelor's program has achieved an important designation from the U.S. government for helping protect the nation's information infrastructure. Read More

• Lisa Cullen Receives EFSC Distinguished Alumni Award

  February 15, 2022 - Brevard County Tax Collector Lisa Cullen is the recipient of the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Award from the Eastern Florida State College Foundation for her leadership in the community. Read More

• Former Astronaut Winston Scott Next Simpkins Speaker

  February 9, 2022 - Former naval aviator, NASA astronaut, and higher education leader Winston Scott will be the Spring Simpkins Series Speaker on March 1 in an on-campus event that also will be livestreamed on YouTube. Read More

• EFSC President's Contract Extended After Exceptional Performance

  February 7, 2022 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees has extended the contract of college President Dr. Jim Richey to 2027, citing exceptional leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

• EFSC Foundation's Backyard BBQ and Family Fest Rescheduled

  January 24, 2022 - The EFSC Foundation's Sixth Annual Backyard BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest to raise funds for student scholarships has been re-scheduled to Saturday, April 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Campus. Read More

• Emergency Medical Technician Program Accepting Applications

  January 12, 2022 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• EFSC Students Celebrate Fall Graduation

  December 16, 2021 - Students at Eastern Florida State College celebrated Fall Commencement on Thursday with cheers and broad smiles after earning their diplomas despite difficult challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Adds New Board Member

  December 15, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently elected Stephanie Bergsieker to serve on its Board of Directors. Read More

• EFSC Earns Honors at State Conference

  December 14, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Chapter of the Association of Florida Colleges (AFC) received recognition at the recent AFC Annual Conference, with honors related to the development of EFSC employees and programs to better serve students. Read More

• State Foundation Donates More Than $38,000 for Scholarships

  December 1, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a $38,608 donation that will be used to provide more scholarships to students. Read More

• Simpkins Series Speaker Says Hard Work, Kindness Keys To Success

  November 17, 2021 - Hotel industry leader Harris Rosen shared his belief that determination and kindness can lead to great success in business during an online event that included the presentation of two Simpkins scholarships to EFSC students. Read More

• EFSC Fall Graduation Set for December 16

  November 15, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College will hold in-person graduation ceremonies for Fall Commencement on Dec. 16, honoring students who have earned their diplomas, and with a ticketing process that allows two guests per candidate. Read More

• EFSC Offering 8-Week, Non-Credit Welding Course

  November 9, 2021 - Registration is available for a non-credit welding class that will begin January 10, 2022 intended for workers who want to add basic skills for career advancement and also hobbyists who want to learn how to weld. Read More

• EFSC Plans Preview Event for Parents of High Schoolers

  November 4, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College will host a virtual Parent Preview Night covering topics including Dual Enrollment on Tuesday, November 16 at 6:30 p.m. Read More

• Donovan Cox Receives Faculty Mentoring Award

  November 3, 2021 - Economics instructor Donovan Cox has received the Faculty Mentoring Award for his work with fellow faculty members at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Aspen Institute Puts EFSC in Running for Top National Prize

  November 2, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College has been named one of 150 community colleges in the nation eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Read More

• Golf Tournament Funds Scholarships

  October 30, 2021 - After taking a year off due to the COVID pandemic, the Eastern Florida State College Foundation's 7th Annual Golf Classic was back and better than ever, raising funds for student scholarships on Friday at Rockledge Country Club. Read More

• Orlando Hotel Leader Harris Rosen Speaking at EFSC

  October 20, 2021 - Leading hotel and resort owner Harris Rosen will bring his inspirational story of success to Eastern Florida State College Nov. 17 in a virtual presentation as part of the Bernard Simpkins and L. Gale Lemerand Entrepreneur Speaker Series. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Adds Board Member

  October 14, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently announced the addition of Dan Kelley to its board of directors. Read More

• EFSC Offering Short-Term Welding Training Class

  October 7, 2021 - Registration is underway for a non-credit welding course that starts October 18 designed for workers who want to add basic skills for career advancement and also people who want to learn how to weld because a hobby involves metal. Read More

• COVID Vaccinations Available October 13th

  October 5, 2021 - The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County will be offering free, walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations to all Eastern Florida State College students and employees Wednesday, Oct. 13 at the Melbourne Campus Gym, Building 6. Read More

• Ransomware and Online Scams Virtual Forum Planned

  October 4, 2021 - In support of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Eastern Florida State College and Palm Beach State College have partnered to provide a virtual forum on The State of Ransomware and Online Scams. Read More

• Paramedic Program Accepting Applications

  September 30, 2021 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Paramedic program set to start Spring Term. Read More

• Emergency Medical Technician Accepting Applications

  September 13, 2021 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• Pizza Fundraiser to Support EFSC Student Scholarships

  September 9, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation will host a "Pizza with A Purpose" event on Tuesday, September 28 at the Pizza Gallery and Grill in Viera. Read More

• EFSC Respiratory Care Program Accepting Students to Meet Critical Need

  September 7, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College is accepting students into its Respiratory Care Therapist program to meet a critical need for new healthcare workers to help battle the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

• EFSC Honors Six Employees

  August 30, 2021 - Six employees have been honored for their exemplary performance at Eastern Florida State College during the past academic year. Read More

• Monday Classes Held As Planned as TS Fred Downgraded

  August 12, 2021 - Fall Term classes will begin as scheduled Monday at Eastern Florida State College with Tropical Storm Fred downgraded to a tropical depression and on a track that will take it into the Gulf of Mexico. Read More

• Landman Named EFSC Board Chair, Former Trustee Honored

  August 9, 2021 - Alan Landman was named to another term Monday as chair of the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees during a meeting that also included special recognition for former trustee Moses Harvin Sr. Read More

• EFSC Nursing Students Receive Surprise Scholarships

  August 3, 2021 - The Brevard Heart Foundation recently surprised four EFSC Nursing students with scholarships to help continue their education. Read More

• Registration Avåilable for Scholarship Golf Classic

  August 2, 2021 -Eastern Florida State College will host the EFSC Scholarship Golf Classic on Friday, October 29 at Rockledge Country Club. Read More

• EFSC Adds New Composites Center to Support Pentagon, High-Tech Innovation

  July 29, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College has been designated as a new national Advanced Composites Learning Center to train technicians in support of Pentagon and Space Coast high-tech initiatives. Read More

• EFSC Emergency Team Monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa

  July 6, 2021, 3:30 PM - Eastern Florida State College's Emergency Management Team is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa and at the present time, we expect that the college will remain open and classes will be held on Wednesday, July 7 as scheduled. Read More

• Small Business Development Center at EFSC Has New Leader

  June 28, 2021 - The Florida Small Business Development Center at Eastern Florida State College has named Robin Braswell to serve as its new Director. Read More

• COVID Vaccine Available to EFSC Students, Employees July 8

  June 23, 2021 - Students, faculty and staff at Eastern Florida State College can receive free, walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations Thursday, July 8 on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Adds New Board Members

  June 17, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation, Inc., recently announced the election of new officers and the addition of members to its Board of Directors. Read More

• No Tuition Increase, Employee Pay Raises in New EFSC Budget

  June 14, 2021 - No tuition increase for students for the 10th straight year and pay raises for faculty and staff are the main features of the new fiscal year budget at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• EFSC Offers New Bachelor Track in Education to Address Teacher Shortage

  June 10, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College is starting a new Bachelor's Degree track in Education to tackle a critical shortage of science teachers in grades 6-12 in Brevard Public Schools. Read More

• EFSC Offering Non-Credit, Short-Term Welding Class

  June 3, 2021 - Registration is underway for a non-credit welding course that starts June 14 designed for workers who want to add basic skills for career advancement and also people who want to learn how to weld because a hobby involves metal. Read More

• EMT and Paramedic Programs Accepting Applications

  June 2, 2021 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic programs. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Announces Gift from Community Foundation for Brevard

  May 26, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a $4,982 grant through the Community Foundation for Brevard. Read More

• COVID Vaccine Available to EFSC Students, Employees Thursday on Melbourne Campus

  May 25, 2021 - The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County will be offering free, walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations to all Eastern Florida State College students and employees Thursday in the Melbourne Campus gym, including the students who received their first shot in the two-dose regimen April 29. Read More

• WEFS-TV to Feature Rakonto: Voices of Brevard's Heroes

  May 18, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College will feature its collaborative initiative, "Rakonto: Voices of Brevard's Heroes," during three broadcasts on WEFS-TV in June. Read More

• EFSC Graduates Celebrate In-Person Commencement

  May 13, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College students celebrated Spring Commencement in style Thursday with the first in-person graduation ceremonies since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Read More

• EFSC Recognizes 2020-21 Student Award Recipients

  May 11, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College acknowledged the achievements of notable students and adjunct instructors on all four campuses and Eastern Florida Online this week through the distribution of its annual campus awards. Read More

• New Apprenticeship Students Attend Official Signing Ceremony

  May 10, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College and a team of industry partners welcomed 10 new students into a specialized apprenticeship program Monday that is playing an important role in providing area companies with high-tech workers. Read More

• On-Site COVID Vaccinations Target EFSC Students

  April 29, 2021 - One-hundred-forty Eastern Florida State College students were vaccinated on campus Thursday against COVID-19, saying they wanted to protect themselves and others from the deadly virus. Read More

• EFSC Launching 'Technician Boot Camp' for Local Industry

  April 27, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College along with the Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast and FloridaMakes is launching a new hands-on training program called "Technician Boot Camp" designed for the Space Coast manufacturing industry. Read More

• COVID Vaccine Available to EFSC Students April 29 on Melbourne Campus

  April 22, 2021 - Students at Eastern Florida State College age 18 and up can receive the COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday, April 29 in the Melbourne Campus gym in an easy walk-in process with no appointments needed. Read More

• EFSC Training Apprentices in New Advanced Machinist Program

  April 19, 2021 - The first group of Advanced Machinist specialists in an expanding local apprenticeship program will begin training at Eastern Florida State College in May while also working at participating companies that include rocket manufacturer Blue Origin. Read More

• EFSC to Host Virtual Bachelor's Degree Expo

  August 16, 2021 - Pre-registration is available now for EFSC's Virtual Bachelor's Degree Expo planned for Thursday, May 6 at 4 p.m. through Thursday, May 13 at 6 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Plans In-Person Commencement for Spring 2021 Graduates

  April 1, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College will hold in-person graduation ceremonies for Spring Commencement on May 13 for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Read More

• Former Astronaut Winston Scott Named to EFSC Board of Trustees

  March 30, 2021 - Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed former NASA astronaut Winston Scott to the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees. Read More

• EFSC Plans Preview Night for Parents of High Schoolers

  March 29, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College will host a virtual Parent Preview Night event on Tuesday, April 13 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Read More

• Governor Announces $75 Million Career Education Proposal

  March 23, 2021 - Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed a new $75 million investment for two initiatives that could help Eastern Florida State College students and others around the state gain careers in high-tech and other in-demand fields. Read More

• EFSC Students Make Florida College System Academic Team

  March 11, 2021 - Six Eastern Florida State College students have been named to the 2021 All-Florida Academic Team for their outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• EFSC Students Present Undergraduate Research

  March 2, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College students presented their research this past weekend at the 2021 Virtual Florida Undergraduate Research Conference (FURC) held on February 26-27. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Announces 2021 Distinguished Alumni

  February 23, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently announced three 2021 Distinguished Alumni, surprising each with the announcement, presentation of their awards and yard decorations at their homes. Read More

• Trustees Praise EFSC President's COVID Leadership, Extend Contract to 2026

  February 9, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees extended the contract Tuesday of college President Dr. Jim Richey after praising his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

• Students, Faculty and Staff Highlighted at EFSC Trustees Meeting

  February 9, 2021 - Eastern Florida State College honored students, faculty and staff Tuesday for outstanding accomplishments in 2020. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Elects New Board Members

  January 20, 2021 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation, Inc. recently elected four new members to its Board of Directors. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  January 13, 2021 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• Gov. DeSantis Appoints EFSC Trustees to New Terms

  January 4, 2021 - Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed three members of the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees to new four-year terms. Read More

• EFSC Graduates Celebrate Online and On Campus

  December 17, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College marked Fall Commencement on Thursday with a Virtual Ceremony and special drive through celebrations that brought hundreds of graduates and their families to all four campuses. Read More

• Online and Drive-Through Graduation Celebrations Planned

  December 7, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will hold a Virtual Commencement Ceremony for Fall Term graduates Dec. 17 that will include special Drive-Through Celebrations on all four campuses. Read More

• Shark Tank Star a Hit During EFSC Virtual Event

  November 19, 2020 - Daymond John, star of the hit TV show "Shark Tank," told hundreds of viewers watching online today that his hip-hop apparel brand FUBU was not an instant success and took years of hard work and failures before it finally made him a millionaire. Read More

• "Shark Tank" Star Daymond John Speaking at EFSC Virtual Event

  October 27, 2020 - Daymond John, star of the hit TV show "Shark Tank" and CEO of the Shark Tank Group, will bring his story of success to Eastern Florida State College in a Virtual Conversation on November 19. Read More

• EFSC Remembers Benefactor and Friend Bernie Simpkins

  October 23, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College paused this week to remember a benefactor and good friend: Bernie Simpkins, who was eulogized Wednesday during services to honor his life and contributions to the Space Coast. Read More

• EFSC Partners with Florida Department of Education for New Workforce Initiative

  October 14, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College has joined forces with the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) for a new workforce education initiative aimed at raising awareness of short-term career and technical education programs. Read More

• Lockheed Martin Awards Grant to Assist EFSC Students

  October 12, 2020 - Lockheed Martin has awarded a grant to Eastern Florida State College to help its students as part of the company's commitment to support communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

• EFSC Fall Term Commencement Transitions to Online and Drive-Through Event

  September 24, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will hold a Virtual Commencement Ceremony for Fall Term graduates Dec. 17 that will include special Drive-Through Celebrations on all four campuses. Read More

• EFSC Providing More Emergency Student Grants Through CARES Act

  September 17, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will provide emergency grant funding to students enrolled in the Fall Term impacted by COVID-19 through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES). Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  September 15, 2020 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Spring Term Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• EFSC to Host Dual Enrollment Preview Event for Parents

  September 14, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will host a virtual event for parents to learn about High School Dual Enrollment on Thursday, October 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Kicks Off Fall Term with Strong Safety Protocols in Place

  August 13, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College Students will return to class Aug. 17 for the start of the Fall Term with major changes in place to protect their health and safety amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

• On-Campus Housing Era Begins at Eastern Florida

  August 11, 2020 - Students from across the Space Coast on Tuesday moved into the new Residence Hall on the Melbourne campus of Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Landman Remains as EFSC Trustees Chair

  August 10, 2020 - Alan Landman was selected Monday for another term as chair of Eastern Florida State College's Board of Trustees. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Host Virtual Open House

  June 25, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will host a virtual open house called "Launch to Success" on Thursday, July 16 from 2 - 6 p.m. to help prospective and newly accepted students prepare for Fall Term. Read More

• EFSC Announces Plan to Reopen Campuses for Fall Term

  June 15, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will reopen its four campuses in August for the Fall Term with many classes online, limited in-person classes and safety measures in place to protect against COVID-19, including a requirement to wear masks or other protective face coverings inside all buildings. Read More

• No Tuition Increase at EFSC for Ninth Straight Year

  June 15, 2020 - There will be no tuition increase for students at Eastern Florida State College for the ninth straight year, keeping the college among the most affordable in the state. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Host Adjunct Faculty Recruitment Event

  June 11, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College hopes to connect with qualified adjunct faculty instructors interested in teaching at EFSC during a Thursday, June 25 call-in recruitment event. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Announces Gift from Community Foundation for Brevard

  June 1, 2020 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a $5,000 grant through the Community Foundation for Brevard. Read More

• EFSC Tutors Enhance Student Support with National Certification

  May 28, 2020 - Within weeks of earning advanced certification from the National Tutoring Association, tutors from Eastern Florida State College's Academic Success Centers called on that training to create a virtual tutoring platform that has become a vital part of remote student services during the COVID-19 campus closures. Read More

• EMT and Paramedic Programs Accepting Applications for Fall Term

  May 27, 2020 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic programs. Read More

• EFSC Providing Emergency Student Grants Through CARES Act

  May 18, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College has received $4.4 million in emergency grant funding that will be provided to students impacted by COVID-19 through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES). Read More

• Virtual Celebration Honors Spring 2020 Graduates

  May 14, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College celebrated Spring 2020 graduation in a major way Thursday with a special Virtual Commencement Ceremony, plus students flocking to the Melbourne Campus for drive-up photo opportunities and filling social media platforms with #EFSCGrad photos and videos. Read More

• State Closes COVID-19 Testing Site at EFSC's Palm Bay Campus

  Updated May 21, 2021 - The state-supported, drive-through COVID-19 testing site that had been located on Eastern Florida State College's Palm Bay Campus closed as of Friday, May 21, 2021. Read More

• Apply to Live in Student Housing at EFSC

  April 23, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College is accepting student applications to live in its new student housing facility on the Melbourne Campus, which is scheduled to open in August. Read More

• EFSC to Honor Spring Graduates with Virtual Commencement

  April 22, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will hold a special Virtual Commencement Ceremony on May 14 to honor the approximately 2,000 students graduating in Spring 2020. Read More

• EFSC Recognizes Students with Campus Awards

  April 16, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College acknowledged the achievements of exceptional students and adjunct instructors on all four campuses Thursday with the announcement of its annual campus awards. Read More

• Online Event to Highlight Bachelor Degrees

  April 14, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will host a Virtual Bachelor's Degree Expo on Thursday, April 30 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Read More

• Online Courses & Virtual Services in Place to Support Students

  April 14, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College students can study from the safety of their homes this summer with all-online classes and a wealth of Virtual Student Services to help them succeed. Read More

• EFSC Student Earns Newman Civic Fellow Honor

  March 12, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College student Regina Stanford has received national recognition for her leadership in the community and on campus. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Announces Two 2020 Distinguished Alumni

  March 9, 2020 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has named Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and government policy expert Bruce Haupt as its 2020 Distinguished Alumni. Read More

• Eastern Florida Students to Present Holocaust Remembrance Play

  March 4, 2020 - The Holocaust Remembrance play, "Contact with the Enemy" by Frank D. Gilroy, will be presented at the Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Campus on Wednesday, April 8 at the King Center for the Performing Arts. Read More

• EFSC Scholarship Recipients Thank Donors For Generosity

  March 4, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College students who receive scholarships thanked the donors Tuesday whose generosity is helping them build their futures. Read More

• Coronavirus Travel Restrictions for Florida College System, EFSC Announced

  March 3, 2020 - Following guidance from Gov. Ron DeSantis and State Surgeon General Dr. Scott Rivkees, all members of the Florida College System that includes Eastern Florida State College have been asked to take the following immediate action on the coronavirus outbreak. Read More

• EFSC Closely Monitoring Coronavirus Outbreak

  February 27, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College is working in conjunction with Brevard County health officials to closely monitor the outbreak of the coronavirus COVID-19. Read More

• Dare to Finish, Last Mile to Completion Helping Former Students Return to College

  February 27, 2020 - A special program to help former students return to campus and complete their degree is proving a success at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Billionaire Shares Keys To Success with EFSC Students

  February 25, 2020 - Insurance industry leader Hyatt Brown brought the story of how he became a billionaire to Eastern Florida State College on Tuesday, telling students the secrets to his success include self-discipline, his family and a seven-day-a-week work habit. Read More

• Brevard Achievement Center Supports the EFSC Foundation

  February 19, 2020 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently announced receipt of a $10,000 donation from Brevard Achievement Center (BAC) to establish two scholarships. Read More

• EFSC Hosting Conference to Explore Hands-On Career Programs

  February 10, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College is accepting reservations for a Workforce Exploration Conference on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• EFSC Fire Training Center Named Tops in Florida

  February 6, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College's Fire Training Center has been named the best in Florida for its work training firefighters and protecting the public. Read More

• EFSC President Praised for Performance, Contract Extended

  February 4, 2020 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees has extended the contract of college President Dr. Jim Richey to 2025 after praising his leadership of EFSC. Read More

• EFSC Students Make Florida College System Academic Team

  January 30, 2020 - Ten Eastern Florida State College students have been named to the 2020 All-Florida Academic Team for their outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• Billionaire Insurance Industry Leader Speaking at EFSC

  January 29, 2020 - Orlando native and Daytona Beach resident Hyatt Brown, who helped turn a family-owned business into the sixth largest insurance broker in the United States, will share his success story on Feb. 25 as part of the Simpkins Speaker Series at EFSC. Read More

• EFSC to Showcase Aerospace Program

  January 29, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Information Session for prospective students to explore the Aerospace Technology Program on Tuesday, February 25 from 5-6 p.m. Read More

• Eastern Florida Professor Awarded EFSC Foundation Endowment

  January 23, 2020 - Dr. Kristin Schroeder, who helped develop and leads EFSC's Physical Therapist Assistant program, has been named the Vance Endowed Faculty Chair in Health Sciences, an honor that recognizes outstanding faculty who demonstrate teaching excellence. Read More

• Cape Kennedy Corvette Club Supports EFSC Foundation

  January 22, 2020 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently announced receipt of a $1,500 donation from the Cape Kennedy Corvette Club to support student scholarships. Read More

• Florida Tech Honors EFSC Trustee Harvin for Community Leadership

  January 14, 2020 - Florida Tech has awarded Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustee member Moses Harvin, Sr., its prestigious Pioneer Award for his leadership in the African-American community. Read More

• EFSC Kicks Off 60th Anniversary Celebration

  January 13, 2020 - Eastern Florida State College is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year as a leader in Florida higher education, serving students and the Space Coast community. Read More

• Two EFSC Faculty Honored for Distinguished Performance

  January 9, 2020 - Behavioral Science Professor Marina Baratian is EFSC's newest recipient of the Distinguished Educator Award and Assistant Mathematics Professor Beth Rountree has received the 2020 Excellence in Mentoring Award. Read More

• EFSC Celebrates Fall Commencement

  December 12, 2019 - Graduates and their families celebrated Thursday with cheers and a warm embrace from the crowd as Eastern Florida State College held two Fall Commencement ceremonies. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Announces Gift From Community Foundation for Brevard

  December 10, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a $4,500 grant from an anonymous donor through the Community Foundation for Brevard. Read More

• EFSC Board Honors Five for Outstanding Work Benefiting the College

  December 9, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees honored faculty and staff members and public officials Monday for their work benefiting the College. Read More

• EFSC Students Ready for Dec. 12 Fall Commencement

  December 2, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College students will celebrate their achievements Dec. 12 during two Fall Commencement ceremonies on the Melbourne Campus. Read More

• Enterprise Holdings Foundation Supports Student Scholarships

  November 18, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation recently received a $5,000 donation/grant from the Enterprise Holdings Foundation. Read More

• EFSC Recognized at Major State Conference

  November 13, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College received several awards at the Association of Florida Colleges 70th Annual Meeting and Conference in Palm Harbor. Read More

• Award-Winning Film Coming to EFSC Cocoa Campus

  November 8, 2019 - The Peabody Award-winning documentary "How to Dance in Ohio" will be shown on Tuesday, November 19 from 6-8 p.m. at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Center, followed by a question and answer session with the Autism Spectrum Disorder expert featured in the film. Read More

• EFSC Wins Chancellor's Award for High-Tech Apprenticeship Program

  November 7, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College has won a prestigious Chancellor's Award for an apprenticeship program helping aerospace companies at Kennedy Space Center and other high-tech firms gain skilled employees. Read More

• EFSC's Dr. Erin Baird Honored as Brevard Volunteer of the Year

  November 6, 2019 - Florida Today named Dr. Erin Baird its Volunteer of the Year on Tuesday night for her selfless work with students at Eastern Florida State College and others in Brevard County. Read More

• Aspen Institute Names EFSC in Running for Top National Prize

  November 4, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College today was named one of 150 community colleges in the nation eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Read More

• Fall Choral Concert to Feature First Printed "Pop Song"

  November 4, 2019 - The EFSC Performing and Visual Arts Department will present a Fall Choral Concert on Monday, November 18 at 7:30 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus featuring a repertoire spanning 700 years of choral music. Read More

• Eastern Florida Students to Present "Admissions"

  October 31, 2019 - Students at the Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Campus will present the play "Admissions" by Joshua Harmon on Wednesday, November 6 at the King Center for the Performing Arts in the Studio Theatre. Read More

• Dr. Linda Miedema Honored for Major Contributions to Community

  October 25, 2019 - The Melbourne Regional Chamber has honored Dr. Linda Miedema for her role in significantly expanding career opportunities for Eastern Florida State College students and making a major contribution to the community. Read More

• Orlando Health Partners with EFSC Athletics

  October 23, 2019 - Orlando Health is now the official medical team for Eastern Florida State College athletics. Read More

• Business Innovator Tells Students to "Think Big, Go For It"

  October 22, 2019 - Suneera Madhani had a simple message Tuesday to students at Eastern Florida State College about how to achieve their goals: "Think big, and go for it." Read More

• L3Harris Technologies Contributes $1 Million to King Center for the Performing Arts

  October 14, 2019 - The Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts today announced that L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) is contributing $1 million to help enhance the Center's educational, cultural and community programs. Read More

• EFSC Theatre Students to Present Greek Classic "Antigone"

  October 7, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present a modern adaptation of the Sophocles' tragedy "Antigone" on the main stage at the Simpkins Fine Arts Center in late October and early November. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Golf Tournament Benefits Students

  October 4, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation's 6th Annual Golf Classic raised much-needed scholarship funds on Friday thanks to the generosity of players and sponsors. Read More

• Eastern Florida's Cosmetology Program Announces Fall Services

  October 3, 2019 - Cosmetology Salon services are now available to the community Tuesdays through Thursdays each week, provided by the program's students registered for fall term. Read More

• Innovative Orlando-Based Entrepreneur Coming to EFSC

  October 1, 2019 - Suneera Madhani, whose company Fattmerchant disrupted the business payments and credit card processing industry, will bring her inspirational story to Eastern Florida State College on Tuesday, Oct. 22, as part of the Simpkins Entrepreneurial Lecture Series. Read More

• College Offers Aerospace Information Session

  September 24, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Information Session on its Aerospace Technology Program on Thursday, September 26 from 5-6 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus in Bldg. 14, Room 129. Read More

• Eastern Florida Health Science Students Earn Scholarships

  September 17, 2019 - The Brevard Heart Foundation recognized six Eastern Florida State College health science students with more than $8,500 in scholarships Tuesday at a special presentation on the EFSC Melbourne Campus. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  September 16, 2019 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its Spring term Emergency Medical Technician program, with an application deadline of Oct. 28. Read More

• EFSC Classes Resume Monday

  September 5, 2019, 11 AM Update - All Eastern Florida State College campuses will reopen and classes will resume on Monday, Sept. 9, allowing time for the safe return of students, faculty and staff who evacuated because of Hurricane Dorian. Read More

• Landman Selected for Another Term as EFSC Trustees Chair

  August 14, 2019 - Alan Landman, who has played a key role in the growth of Eastern Florida State College, was selected Monday for another term as chair of the college's Board of Trustees. Read More

• EFSC Breaks Ground on First Residence Hall

  August 12, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College broke ground Monday on the first student housing in its history, giving students a chance to live and study on campus. Read More

• EFSC Fall Term Features Six New Bachelor Degree Tracks

  August 6, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College students returning to class Aug. 12 will have six new Bachelor Degree tracks to choose from in Business and Health Care. Read More

• EFSC Playing Critical Role in First-Of-Its-Kind Apprenticeship Program

  July 29, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College's key role in a unique high-tech apprenticeship program was in the spotlight Monday during a kick-off ceremony for the program with Gov. Ron DeSantis. Read More

• Law Enforcement Auxiliary Program Open for Applications

  July 22, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Public Safety Institute is offering a part-time Law Enforcement Auxiliary program, set to start on Monday, September 16, 2019. Read More

• New EFSC Education Programs Lead to Classroom Careers

  June 26, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College is launching new education programs designed to address the high demand for teachers in Brevard County, including an Institute that provides an alternate path to teacher certification and a degree that prepares graduates to work as classroom teaching assistants. Read More

• Gov. DeSantis Signs Workforce Bill, Praises EFSC Apprenticeship Program

  June 24, 2019 - Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Monday an education bill that expands workforce training and apprenticeships, praising an Eastern Florida State College program that is creating a pipeline for students to work at Kennedy Space Center. Read More

• Summer Youth Golf Camp Concludes with Awards Ceremony

  June 20, 2019 - Rising high school junior Jaylynn French is the recipient of a two-year academic scholarship to Eastern Florida State College presented during the awards ceremony at the conclusion of the 27th Annual P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp on EFSC's Cocoa Campus. Read More

• No Tuition Hike at EFSC for Eighth Straight Year

  June 17, 2019 - There will be no tuition increase for students at Eastern Florida State College for the eighth straight year, keeping the college among the most affordable in the state and nation. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Receives $3,000 Grant for High-Tech Lab

  June 11, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a $3,000 grant from the Community Foundation for Brevard for the new Mechatronics Lab on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Highlight Bachelor's Degrees at EXPO

  June 10, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will showcase its Bachelor's Degrees at a special event on Thursday, July 18. Read More

• EFSC Seeks Qualified Adjunct Faculty Members

  Eastern Florida State College needs qualified adjunct faculty instructors to teach in a wide array of high-demand collegiate disciplines on all four of its campuses and online. Read More

• EFSC Helping Satellite Makers Take Flight at Cape Canaveral

  June 4, 2019 - Two new companies manufacturing satellites on the Space Coast are tapping into Eastern Florida State College's expertise to help train the skilled workers needed to ramp-up production. Read More

• Registration Open for Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference at EFSC

  May 22, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will host the upcoming Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference with about 1,000 people expected for an event that provides mentors and role models for youth. Read More

• EFSC Hits Milestone with 1,000th Bachelor Degree Graduate

  May 9, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College reached a milestone in its history Thursday when the 1,000th Bachelor Degree graduate received their diploma at Spring Commencement. Read More

• Sam Pak Honored as Distinguished EFSC Alumnus

  May 8, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has named local entrepreneur Sam Pak the 2019 EFSC Distinguished Alumnus. Read More

• Student Volunteers Honored at Service-Learning Awards

  May 7, 2019 - Student volunteers who make community service an important part of their education were honored Tuesday at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Emergency Medical Services Programs Accepting Applications

  May 2, 2019 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic programs. Read More

• Registration Open for EFSC Youth Golf Camp

  April 25, 2019 - For the 27th straight year, Eastern Florida State College is hosting the P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp June 10-20, open to all local boys and girls ages 10-17. Read More

• EFSC Spring Commencement Set for May 9

  April 23, 2019 - More than 1,900 Eastern Florida State College students are eligible to graduate at two ceremonies May 9 at the King Center for the Performing Arts on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• Longtime King Center Executive Director Retiring in 2020

  April 15, 2019 - Steve Janicki, the longtime executive director of the King Center for the Performing Arts whose leadership turned the facility into a cultural landmark in Florida, will retire from the position in 2020. Read More

• EFSC Recognizes Faculty, Staff with Service Awards

  April 11, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College honored 120 members of its faculty and staff Thursday for their service to EFSC. Read More

• Space Coast Health Foundation Grant Helps EFSC Health Programs

  April 8, 2019 - The Space Coast Health Foundation has provided a $15,000 grant to the Eastern Florida State College Health Sciences Institute for new equipment to help students studying in a variety of healthcare fields. Read More

• Register Now for Hands-On Career Exploration Event

  April 4, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will host a free Workforce Exploration Conference on Saturday, April 27 on the Cocoa Campus, with pre-registration required by April 14. Read More

• EFSC Teams with Lockheed Martin, ASRC Federal on Historic Orion Program

  April 2, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College's Aerospace Technology program is playing a role in the U.S. mission to return astronauts to the moon, Mars and beyond through a partnership with Lockheed Martin and ASRC Federal to build NASA's flagship Orion spacecraft for the human exploration of deep space. Read More

• EFSC Playing Key Role in Brevard's High Tech Renaissance

  March 27, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College is playing a key role in the Space Coast's high tech renassiance through tailored job pathways for students that are helping companies meet a rising need for skilled employees. Read More

• EFSC Student Earns Prestigious National Fellowship

  March 27, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College student Bethany Weaver has received a prestigious Newman Civic Fellowship for excellence in the classroom and community. Read More

• Speaker Tells EFSC Audience That Faith in Yourself Brings Success

  March 26, 2019 - Former FSU world-class track and field athlete Charles Clark shared the inspirational story of how he became an international business consultant and motivational speaker Tuesday as part of Eastern Florida State College's Simpkins Entrepreneur Series. Read More

• Undergraduate Research Exhibition Accepting Projects

  March 25, 2019 - EFSC students can register now to present their research projects from all academic disciplines, including scholarly and creative projects, at the Undergraduate Research Exhibition on April 24 at EFSC's Melbourne Campus Student Union. Read More

• Titusville Campus Calling for Entries in Community Art Show

  March 14, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College’s Titusville Campus is hosting its spring art show "Growing with the Arts" and is calling for submissions from EFSC students, faculty, staff and Brevard County residents. Read More

• Major King Center Renovations Coming This Summer

  March 14, 2019 - The King Center for the Performing Arts will undergo major renovations this summer to modernize key areas of the building and replace its aged air conditioning and heating system. Read More

• EFSC Students to Perform Holocaust Remembrance Plays

  March 13, 2019 - Two Holocaust Remembrance Plays will be presented at the Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Campus on Wednesday, April 10 at the King Center for the Performing Arts in the Studio Theatre. Read More

• Three New Bachelor Degree Business Tracks at EFSC

  March 4, 2019 - Three exciting new Bachelor Degree tracks in business are coming to Eastern Florida State College with a pair focusing on the tourism industry. Read More

• Popular Musical Comedy at EFSC March 8-10

  February 27, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present three performances of "Guys and Dolls" on the main stage at the Simpkins Fine Arts Center on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Entrepreneur, Educator Charles Clark Coming to EFSC

  February 25, 2019 - Former Florida State University track star and now international business consultant Charles Clark will share his inspirational story at the Cocoa and Melbourne campuses March 26 as part of the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series. Read More

• Ten EFSC Students Make All-Florida Academic Team

  February 21, 2019 - Ten Eastern Florida State College students have been named to the 2019 All-Florida Academic Team for their outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• EFSC Cosmetology Salon Offers Services

  February 20, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College's Cosmetology Program has announced its expanded community services available during Spring Term. Read More

• Titans Unite Luncheon Celebrates Colleges' Past and Future

  February 7, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College welcomed leaders from its past Thursday to celebrate its future, showcasing the new Student Union on the Melbourne campus and its new academic programs. Read More

• Info Sessions to Highlight Imaging Programs at EFSC

  February 7, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will host both an on-campus and online Information Session this month highlighting its Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certificate programs. Read More

• EFSC President Praised for Performance, Contract Extended

  February 4, 2019 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees has extended the contract of college President Dr. Jim Richey to 2024 after praising his leadership of EFSC. Read More

• EFSC Dedicates New Student Union

  February 4, 2019 - An exciting new chapter in student life began Monday at Eastern Florida State College with the dedication of a new Student Union on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Showcase Culinary Program

  January 30, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will highlight its new Associate in Science Degree in Culinary Management at a special event on Wednesday, February 6. Read More

• BBQ Cook-Off and Car Show Events to Benefit EFSC Scholarships

  January 28, 2018 - Tickets are available now for a day of family fun featuring BBQ and vintage cars on Sat., Feb. 23 to raise funds for Eastern Florida State College student scholarships. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Hold IT and Advanced Manufacturing Recruiting Event

  January 17, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will host a MYTechHire recruiting event on Saturday, January 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on its Palm Bay Campus. Read More

• EFSC to Showcase Aerospace Technology Program

  January 16, 2019 - Eastern Florida State College will host three Information Session events to highlight its hands-on Aerospace Technology Program on Jan. 23, Feb. 20 and Mar. 27. Read More

• EMT Program Application Deadline: March 13

  January 14, 2019 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• Two EFSC Faculty Honored for Distinguished Performance

  January 3, 2019 - Assistant English Professor Carrie Wells is EFSC's newest recipient of the Distinguished Educator Award and Assistant Veterinary Technology Professor Marianne D'Altilio has received the 2019 Excellence in Mentoring Award. Read More

• EFSC Trustee to Serve in Gubernatorial Transition Role

  December 12, 2018 - Alan Landman, chair of the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees, has been named to a transition advisory committee by Florida Gov.-elect Ron DeSantis. Read More

• EFSC Students Celebrate Fall Graduation

  December 10, 2018 - Students at Eastern Florida State College celebrated a major achievement in their lives Monday amid cheers from family and friends during Fall Commencement. Read More

• EFSC Achievements a "Game-Changer" for the Space Coast

  December 6, 2018 - A wealth of new programs at Eastern Florida State College that can lead to excellent careers for students has been a "game-changer" for higher education along the Space Coast. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Receives Scholarship Donation

  December 5, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a nearly $35,000 donation from the Florida College System Foundation that will be used to provide more scholarships to students. Read More

• Orlando Entrepreneur Enthralls Crowd with High-Tech Success

  November 27, 2018 - UCF graduate Albert Manero started college with a dream to design airplanes and rockets and transformed that into a non-profit company that makes bionic prosthetic limbs for children, an inspiring story he shared today as the latest speaker in EFSC's Simpkins Entrepreneur Series. Read More

• Titans Theatre Students Present Holiday Classic

  November 19, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Titans Theatre Club will perform "A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play" on Wednesday, November 28 on the Cocoa Campus in the Simpkins Fine Arts Center. Read More

• EFSC Vocal Groups to Present Fall Concert

  November 15, 2018 - The EFSC Concert Choir and Madrigal Ensemble will perform their annual fall choral concert on Monday, November 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the Simpkins Fine Arts Center on the EFSC Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Florida Today honors Brevard Volunteers at EFSC Event

  November 14, 2018 - Brevard County residents who exemplify dedication to our local community were honored Wednesday evening during the 27th Annual Florida Today Volunteer Recognition Awards at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Preparations Underway for Fall Commencement Ceremonies

  November 14, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College students will mark an important milestone in their lives Dec. 10 as they celebrate graduation during Fall Commencement. Read More

• EFSC Women's Soccer Heads to National Tournament

  November 6, 2018 - As Eastern Florida State College women's soccer coach Jeff Carr wraps up his final season at the helm, he's preparing to lead his Titans into the NJCAA Division 1 Women's National Championship Tournament for the seventh straight season. Read More

• Watch Election Night Returns Live on WEFS

  October 30, 2018 - WEFS-TV will provide Election Day results during a live evening broadcast Nov. 6 that will feature continuing updates on important races and expert analysis. Read More

• EFSC Students Present Unique Play on Healthcare Crisis

  October 25, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College's Performing Arts program will present the play "Let Me Down Easy" by playwright and actress Anna Deavere Smith on Tuesday, November 6. Read More

• Inspirational Bionic Limb Developer Speaking at EFSC

  October 17, 2018 - Fulbright Scholar and UCF doctoral student Albert Manero will bring his heartwarming story of innovation and entrepreneurship to Eastern Florida State College on Nov. 27 as part of the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series. Read More

• New EFSC Melbourne Campus Student Union Nearing Finish Line

  October 15, 2018 - A new Student Union that will be a vibrant center for student life on Eastern Florida State College's Melbourne Campus is nearing completion with doors set to open in January. Read More

• EFSC to Hold IT and Advanced Manufacturing Recruiting Event

  October 11, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host a MYTechHire recruiting event on Saturday, October 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on its Cocoa Campus in the Building 11 Community Dining Room. Read More

• Golf Tournament Benefits EFSC Student Scholarships

  October 5, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation's 5th Annual Golf Classic, held Friday at Suntree Country Club, raised much-needed scholarship funds thanks to the generosity of players and sponsors. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  September 20, 2018 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• EFSC Student Honored for Campus, Community Work

  September 13, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College student Susan Slaton has won a prestigious state honor for her volunteer work on campus and in the community. Read More

• EFSC Theatre Students to Perform "Wiley and the Hairy Man"

  September 6, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present "Wiley and the Hairy Man" in October, combining humor and adventure in a family-friendly play with an important message of self-reliance. Read More

• Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Funds EFSC Public Safety Scholarships

  August 21, 2018 - The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has awarded $20,000 to the Eastern Florida State College Foundation for scholarships to help students study for careers as first responders. Read More

• EFSC Trustees OK New 3-Year Faculty Contract

  August 13, 2018 - A new collective bargaining agreement with full-time faculty was unanimously approved Monday by the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees. Read More

• EFSC Marks Important Fall Term Kick-Off Milestone

  August 9, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey updated faculty and staff on the college's progress Thursday, Aug. 9, during the annual Welcome Back event to mark the start of the 2018-19 academic year. Read More

• Explore EFSC Bachelor's Degrees at Upcoming Expo

  July 31, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host a Bachelor's Degree Exposition on its Melbourne Campus on Tuesday, September 4 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Showcases Aviation Program at Open House

  July 19, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host an open house highlighting its Aviation Program on Wednesday, August 8 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Orlando Melbourne International Airport. Read More

• Gov. Scott Appoints Two New EFSC Trustees

  July 18, 2018 - Gov. Rick Scott has appointed two new members to the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees. They are Bruce Deardoff and Dr. Edgar Figueroa. Read More

• EFSC Hosting Candidate Forums for 2018 Elections

  July 3, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College, Florida Today and the League of Women Voters of the Space Coast will host a series of candidate forums at the college starting this month that will provide the public a front row seat on major issues in the 2018 elections. Read More

• EFSC Seeks Qualified Adjunct Faculty Members

  June 28, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Adjunct Faculty Recruitment "Call-in" Event on Thursday, July 12 in order to attract qualified adjunct faculty instructors to teach in a wide array of high-demand collegiate disciplines on all four of its campuses and online. Read More

• Summer Youth Golf Camp Wraps Up with Awards Ceremony

  June 21, 2018 - Rising high school senior Vachean Colclough is the recipient of a two-year academic scholarship to Eastern Florida State College presented during the awards ceremony at the conclusion of the 26th Annual P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp on EFSC's Cocoa campus. Read More

• No Tuition Hike at EFSC for Seventh Straight Year

  June 18, 2018 - No tuition hike for students for the seventh straight year, pay increases for full-time and adjunct faculty, and a cost-of-living payment for staff are among the main features in Eastern Florida State College's 2018-19 fiscal year budget approved by EFSC's Board of Trustees Monday. Read More

• EFSC Holding Active Shooter Training on Melbourne Campus

  June 14, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Public Safety Institute will hold active shooter training this weekend for Brevard County law enforcement officers as part of its advanced training programs. Read More

• EFSC Professor Honored with National Education Award

  June 13, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College Professor John Hilston, who teaches Economics and American History on the Palm Bay Campus, has been chosen as one of eight recipients of the 41st Annual Leavey Awards for Excellence in Private Enterprise Education, an honor that includes a $7,500 cash award. Read More

• Tony Award-Winning Play to Take the Stage at EFSC

  June 4, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College theatre students Laszlo Almonte and Nick Martin will perform John Logan's thought-provoking play "RED" at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Center June 20-22. Read More

• EFSC Receives Major Grant to Train Aerospace, High-Tech Workers

  May 31, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College has received a nearly $3.8 million state grant to train Floridians for jobs in aerospace and advanced manufacturing as part of a major initiative from Gov. Rick Scott. Read More

• EFSC "Step Up" Program Wins Major State Award

  May 29, 2018 - An Eastern Florida State College program designed to help at-risk students graduating from high school succeed in higher education has earned a top honor from the Association of Florida Colleges. Read More

• EFSC Host Site for Popular Summit of Seven Conference

  May 16, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host the upcoming Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference, with about 1,000 people expected for the event that provides mentors and role models for youth. Read More

• Emergency Medical Services Programs Accepting Applications

  May 14, 2018 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic programs. Read More

• EFSC Students Celebrate Spring Graduation

  May 10, 2018 - Students at Eastern Florida State College celebrated a special rite of spring today as they marked graduation in two commencement ceremonies at the King Center for the Performing Arts on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• EFSC Service-Learning Program Marks 30th Anniversary

  May 8, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College's Center for Service-Learning reached a major milestone in its efforts to encourage student volunteerism, celebrating its 30th anniversary Tuesday with a student awards ceremony on the Melbourne Campus. Read More

• EFSC Music Student Selected for Carnegie Hall Program

  May 7, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College student Ethan Bailey-Gould, a rhythm guitarist in the EFSC Jazz Band, will train this summer with an intensive Carnegie Hall program that includes a concert at the famed New York City venue and a European tour. Read More

• Registration Open Now for EFSC Youth Golf Camp

  May 1, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College is hosting the P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp June 11-21 for the 26th straight season. Read More

• EFSC Earns PTK Honors at National Meeting

  April 30, 2018 - The Melbourne Campus Chapter of Eastern Florida State College's honors society earned three major awards recently at the Phi Theta Kappa National Convention in Kansas City. Read More

• EFSC Launches Effort to Repair, Renovate Planetarium

  April 26, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College is launching an effort in an attempt to gain $9 million in needed funding to repair and renovate the Astronaut Memorial Planetarium & Observatory that sustained serious damage from Hurricane Irma. Read More

• EFSC Readies for Spring Commencement Ceremonies

  April 25, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College students will start new journeys in life May 10 when they celebrate graduation at Spring Commencement. Read More

• EFSC Designers Win National Advertising Awards

  April 24, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College staff members Michael Lally and Cinthya Salmon-Gatica have won national Collegiate Advertising Awards for their creative work in promoting college activities. Read More

• Phlebotomy Program to Hold Information Session

  April 23, 2018 - Students interested in a healthcare career as a phlebotomist can learn more about EFSC's Fall 2018 certificate program at an information session and orientation on Wednesday, May 16 at 6 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus. Read More

• EFSC Cited as Among Top Florida Colleges

  April 17, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College has again been named among the top community colleges in Florida, this time in a study by Schools.com that cited its affordability and high graduation rates. Read More

• EFSC Students to Perform Holocaust Remembrance Plays

  April 11, 2018 - Students in the Eastern Florida State College Performing & Visual Arts Department will present two Holocaust remembrance plays on Tuesday, April 17 at the King Center for the Performing Arts Studio Theatre. Read More

• Business Innovator Tells Students the Secrets to Success

  April 10, 2018 - Wes Henderson, who serves as Chief Innovation Officer for award-winning whiskey brand Angel’s Envy, addressed students at Eastern Florida State College Tuesday as part of the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series, encouraging them to work hard, be creative and seek opportunity. Read More

• Golf Alumni Reunion

  March 28, 2018 - Golf alumni from all three eras of Eastern Florida State College joined together March 18 for a first-of-its-kind reunion for players and to honor the coach who started it all, Floyd Horgen. Read More

• Eastern Florida Campus Open Houses Set for April

  March 27, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will hold an Open House on three of its campuses in April to provide current and prospective students the chance to apply and register for classes and learn more about new programs available the fall term. Read More

• EFSC Spring Concert Series Begins April 11

  March 26, 2018 - The Simpkins Fine Arts Center at Eastern Florida State College's Cocoa campus will come to life with a collection of choral and instrumental concerts during the month of April. Read More

• EFSC Student Wins National Scholarship

  March 22, 2018 - Michaylla Boring, a student on Eastern Florida State College's Melbourne campus, has been selected as a Gold Scholar on Coca-Cola's 2018 Academic Team. Read More

• EFSC Student Earns Newman Civic Fellow Honor

  March 21, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College student Matt Hudson has received national recognition for his exemplary leadership work on campus and in the community. Read More

• EFSC Highlights Career and Technical Programs at Open House

  March 20, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host a Career and Technical Programs Open House on Saturday, April 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus in the Building 14 Vocational Center. Read More

• Open House to Showcase EFSC Performing & Visual Arts Programs

  March 15, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College will host a Performing and Visual Arts Showcase on Thursday, April 12 from 4 - 7 p.m. at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Fine Arts Center. Read More

• Whiskey Innovator Speaking at Eastern Florida

  March 14, 2018 - Wes Henderson, the Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer for award-winning Angel's Envy bourbon, will share his success story April 10 as part of EFSC's Simpkins Entrepreneur Series. Read More

• EFSC Students Present Feminist Play "The Busy Body"

  March 7, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present the play "The Busy Body" in late March. Read More

• Scholarship Reception Highlights EFSC Foundation Impact

  March 6, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College student scholarship recipients got a chance to say thank you to those who have helped them seek a degree at the annual Titan Scholarship Reception at the Hilton Rialto Place Tuesday night. Read More

• Statewide Student Research Conference Held at EFSC

  February 24, 2018 - Nearly 700 people, the majority of them college students from across Florida, gathered at Eastern Florida State College's Melbourne campus Saturday for the Florida Undergraduate Research Conference, the largest event of its kind in the nation. Read More

• HVAC Program Benefits from Equipment Donation

  February 22, 2018 - Students in Eastern Florida State College's Air Conditioning, Refrigeration and Heating Technology program have expanded options for hands-on experience with ductless heating and cooling systems thanks to equipment donated by Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating. Read More

• EFSC Veterans Get Boost from Rotary Scholarships

  February 21, 2018 - Military veterans at Eastern Florida State College now have more scholarship opportunities thanks to a donation from the Rotary Club of Indialantic. Read More

• Ten EFSC Students Make All-Florida Academic Team

  February 21, 2018 - A record number of 10 Eastern Florida State College students have been named to the 2018 All-Florida Academic Team for their outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• Eastern Florida's Cosmetology Program Offers Services

  February 20, 2018 - Eastern Florida State College's Cosmetology Program has announced its Spring Term services available to the community. Read More

• Eastern Florida Culinary Program Seeking Applicants

  February 15, 2018 - Those interested in a rewarding, fun, fast-paced career in Culinary Management are encouraged to apply now for the upcoming class that begins March 5 during the EFSC Spring 2018 six-week term. Read More

• Donor Hosts Academy Awards Night Benefit for EFSC

  February 12, 2018 - BRPH architect and community philanthropist Peter Lagomarsino, together with the American Institute of Architects Space Coast Chapter, will host a black tie Oscars night gala in support of scholarships for Eastern Florida State College's Drafting and Design Technology students. Read More

• Students to Present Black History Month Play

  February 8, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Titans Theatre Club will present "Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992," a play based on the riots that rocked that city following the high profile Rodney King beating trial. Read More

• Tickets Available for Events to Benefit EFSC Scholarhips

  February 6, 2018 - A day of family fun featuring BBQ and vintage cars has been scheduled for Feb. 24 to raise funds for student scholarships at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• EFSC President Praised for Performance, Contract Extended

  February 5, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees has extended the contract of college President Dr. Jim Richey to 2023 after praising his work leading EFSC. Read More

• EFSC English Professor Honored for Service to Colleagues

  February 5, 2018 - Assistant Professor Dr. Brian Maxwell is the recipient of Eastern Florida State College's inaugural Excellence in Faculty Mentoring Award. Read More

• EFSC Law Enforcement Academy Accepting Applications

  February 1, 2018 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for both a Part-Time Law Enforcement Night Academy and a Part-Time Law Enforcement Auxiliary Academy, programs set to begin on April 24. Read More

• Student Innovation Featured at EFSC Research Conference

  January 30, 2018 - Some of the best young minds in the nation will gather at Eastern Florida State College in February for the 2018 Florida Undergraduate Research Conference. Read More

• College Foundation Seeks BBQ Teams and Vintage Cars for Upcoming Event

  January 24, 2018 - A day of family fun on Saturday, February 24 includes the opportunity for BBQ cook-off teams to compete for cash prizes and car buffs to show off their wheels for bragging rights and trophies. Read More

• EFSC Plans Pre-Game Event to Assist Prospective Students

  January 19, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Recruitment Office will host a special, pre-basketball game event to help prospective students prepare for classes at EFSC, while they cheer on the EFSC Titans. Read More

• EMT Program Application Deadline: March 15

  January 18, 2018 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming summer term Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• EFSC Communications Professor Honored as Distinguished Educator

  January 4, 2018 - Associate Professor Susan Houts has received the prestigious Distinguished Educator Recognition Award for 2018 from Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• Florida SBDC at Eastern Florida Offering Online Tips Workshop

  January 3, 2018 - The Eastern Florida State College Small Business Development Center is helping small businesses enhance their presence online by hosting the workshop "Get Your Business Online with Google". Read More

• EFSC Students Celebrate at Fall Graduation

  December 14, 2017 - Students embarked on new journeys in their lives Thursday as they celebrated their graduation from Eastern Florida State College during Fall Commencement. Read More

• Student Housing Gains Approval on EFSC's Melbourne Campus

  December 11, 2017 - For the first time in its history, Eastern Florida State College will have student housing on its Melbourne campus as the college continues its unprecedented expansion. Read More

• Brevard-Based Music Foundation Presents Scholarship to Music Student

  December 7, 2017 - Calvin Ballard, an incoming Eastern Florida State College music student, recently received the Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation's Music Merit Scholarship through the EFSC Foundation. Read More

• EFSC Preparing for Fall Commencement

  December 4, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College students will end years of hard work on December 14 when they celebrate graduation during two commencement ceremonies. Read More

• Florida Today Honors Brevard Volunteers at EFSC Event

  November 16, 2017 - Brevard County residents who exemplify a dedication to helping others were honored Thursday during the 26th Annual Florida Today Volunteer Recognition Awards at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• State Conference Includes EFSC Honors

  November 14, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College received several awards recently at the Association of Florida Colleges Annual Meeting and Conference in Palm Harbor. Read More

• EFSC's Aviation Program Recognized for Excellence

  November 1, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College has been honored for its Aviation Maintenance Technology program that is creating a pipeline of highly skilled workers for the Space Coast's growing aviation industry. Read More

• Annual Veterans Day Event Planned at EFSC

  November 1, 2017 - The Military Order of World Wars Space Coast-Indian River Chapter will hold the 35th Annual Veterans Memorial Service and Massing of the Colors on Saturday, Nov. 11 on the Eastern Florida State College Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Host IT Programs Open House

  October 31, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Open House for people interested in the Information Technologies career field on Thursday, November 30 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Palm Bay Campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida Performing Arts Students Present Fall Concert

  October 26, 2017 - The EFSC Concert Choir and Madrigal Ensemble will perform on Wednesday, November 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Center. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Continues Efforts to Help 50+ Get Back to Work

  October 23, 2017 - Registration is open for the BACK TO WORK 50+ Smart Strategies Workshop this Wednesday, Oct. 25 on EFSC's Melbourne Campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida Nominated for Prestigious Aspen Prize

  October 19, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College is again in the running for the prestigious Aspen Prize awarded to the top community college in the nation. Read More

• Students Inspired by Health Care Revolutionary Dr. Delicia Haynes

  October 19, 2017 - Speaking in Cocoa and Melbourne Thursday as a guest of the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series, Dr. Delicia Haynes enthralled students with a description of her journey from dissatisfied patient to revolutionary patient advocate. Read More

• EFSC Breaks Ground on New Melbourne Campus Student Union

  October 16, 2017 - An exciting new chapter in student life began Monday at Eastern Florida State College with the groundbreaking for a new Student Union on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• Running Zone Supports the Eastern Florida Veterans' Scholarship Fund

  October 12, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College recently announced the receipt of a $5,000 check from the Running Zone Foundation to benefit the Collegiate Veterans Society. Read More

• EFSC Performing Arts Program to Present The Dining Room

  October 10, 2017 - Students in the Eastern Florida State College Performing & Visual Arts Department will present the A.R. Gurney play "The Dining Room" with performances on select days starting Oct. 20 through Oct. 28. Read More

• Eastern Florida Law Enforcement Academy Accepting Applications

  October 10, 2017 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is currently recruiting for its full-time Day Law Enforcement Academy, with a convenient one-day Nov. 4 session to complete the required screening process. Read More

• Titan's Toast to Health Raises Scholarship Funds

  October 5, 2017 - EFSC's new Health Sciences Institute came to life Thursday night with the sights and sounds that equal student success as more than 400 people gathered for Titan's Toast to Health to help fund student scholarships. Read More

• Eastern Florida Phlebotomy Program to Hold Orientation

  October 5, 2017 - Students interested in becoming a phlebotomist should attend the certificate program's required orientation on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 6-8 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Offering In-State Tuition Rates to Students from Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

  October 3, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will waive out-of-state tuition rates for students from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands who are leaving their hurricane-ravaged homes and moving to Florida. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  September 25, 2017 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• Successful Golf Classic Enriches EFSC Student Scholarships

  September 22, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation's 4th Annual Golf Classic wrapped up Friday evening at the Suntree Country Club, providing additional funds for EFSC student scholarships thanks to the generosity of the many players and sponsors. Read More

• Healthcare Trailblazer Next Simpkins Entrepreneur Series Speaker

  September 21, 2017 - Dr. Delicia Haynes, a national leader in trying to change America's healthcare system based on an innovative membership model, is the Fall speaker in the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series, with two appearances scheduled for Oct. 19. Read More

• Two Major Gifts Provide EFSC Students Additional Scholarships

  September 20, 2017 - Students at Eastern Florida State College will have more scholarship opportunities thanks to major gifts from the Florida College System Foundation and Cape Design Engineering Co. Read More

• Prospective Students & Public Invited to Visit EFSC's Fire Training Facility

  September 19, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will host an Open House at its Fire Training Facility on Saturday, September 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Palm Bay Campus. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Announces 4th Annual Scholarship Golf Classic

  September 6, 2017 - Participant tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available for the Eastern Florida State College Foundation's 4th Annual Scholarship Golf Classic at 1 p.m. on Friday, September 22 at Suntree Country Club. Read More

• Dual Enrollment Parent Preview Nights Planned

  September 5, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will host four "Parent Preview Nights" in September to give parents the chance to learn how the Dual Enrollment Program at EFSC works. Read More

• Eastern Florida Campuses to Celebrate Constitution Day

  August 30, 2017 - All four Eastern Florida State College campuses will host Constitution Day events in early September, featuring patriotic music and guest speakers to commemorate the 230th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. Read More

• EFSC's First Aviation Class Graduates

  August 24, 2017 - The first graduating class from Eastern Florida State College’s new aviation maintenance technician program received their certificates Thursday, opening the door to a fast-growing career field. Read More

• EFSC Continues Efforts to Help Those 50+ Get Back to Work

  August 22, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College, a proud sub-grantee of the Social Innovation Fund (SIF) program under a grant provided from the Corporation for National and Community Service to AARP Foundation, the charitable affiliate of AARP, is partnering once again with Career Source Brevard, welcoming more participants to trainings for women 50+ that teach new job skills and can help them find jobs. Read More

• EFSC Mourns Death of Slain Officer Who Was Student

  August 21, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College community is mourning the death of one of its students, Kissimmee Police Officer Matthew Baxter who was killed in the line of duty Friday night. Read More

• Six EFSC Students Awarded Nursing Scholarships

  August 15, 2017 - The Brevard Heart Foundation recognized six Eastern Florida State College students with nursing scholarships Tuesday at the new Health Sciences Institute on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• EFSC Unveils Final Plans for New Student Union

  August 14, 2017 - A new Student Union will begin rising this fall on Eastern Florida State College's Melbourne campus, creating a vibrant center for student activity in the next major step in the campus' ongoing expansion. Read More

• Boniface Hiers Makes Donation to EFSC Foundation

  August 14, 2017 - The Boniface Hiers Automotive Group has contributed $50,000 for student scholarships to the Eastern Florida State College Foundation. Read More

• STARS Awards Presented to EFSC Employees

  August 10, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey recognized 10 employees for their exemplary performance at Thursday morning’s Welcome Back ceremony to mark the start of Fall Term 2017. Read More

• Popular Bachelor Degrees, New Construction Mark EFSC Fall Term

  August 2, 2017 - Students returning to Eastern Florida State College this month will find Bachelor's Degree programs more popular than ever and construction of a new Student Union on the Melbourne campus set to begin. Read More

• EFSC Planetarium to Offer Free Solar Eclipse Viewing Event

  July 27, 2017 - What's being touted as "The Great American Eclipse" takes place on August 21 and EFSC's Planetarium & Observatory will open for special afternoon hours that day, featuring safe viewing opportunities. Read More

• Harris Foundation Creates Scholarships for Public Safety Institute Students

  July 24, 2017 - A $10,000 donation from the Harris Foundation will help women and minority students at the Eastern Florida State College Public Safety Institute realize their goals of careers in public service. Read More

• Eastern Florida to Offer Bachelor's Degree in Nursing in 2018

  July 20, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will offer a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing in 2018 to help meet a critical need for more Registered Nurses along the Space Coast and in Florida. Read More

• Landman Reappointed to Third Term on EFSC Board of Trustees

  July 19, 2017 - Alan Landman has been reappointed to a third term on the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees by Gov. Rick Scott. Read More

• EFSC Strikes Gold, Named Leader Among Florida State Colleges

  July 18, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College was named Monday as among the top institutions of higher education in Florida, earning a prestigious gold rating for its work in helping students succeed. Read More

• EFSC Student-Athletes Named to NJCAA All-Academic Teams

  June 13, 2017 - Twenty-six Eastern Florida State College athletes have been recognized for their efforts in the classroom, with seven Titans named to the National Junior College Athletic Association All-Academic first team. Read More

• College to Hold Adjunct Call-In Recruitment Event July 12

  June 27, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College is in need of qualified adjunct faculty instructors to teach in a wide array of high-demand collegiate disciplines on all four of its campuses. Read More

• Eastern Florida Youth Golf Camp Celebrates Milestone Year & Honors Participants

  June 22, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College wrapped up its 25th Annual P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp today with special recognition for 10 participants, including an award for one two-year EFSC scholarship recipient. Read More

• Eastern Florida Campus Open House Events Set for July

  June 20, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will hold an Open House on each of its four campuses in July to provide current and prospective students the chance to apply and register for classes and learn more about new programs available this fall. Read More

• No Tuition Hike at EFSC for Sixth Straight Year

  June 19, 2017 - Students at Eastern Florida State College received very good news Monday: There will be no tuition hike for the sixth straight year as college officials continue their commitment to keep higher education affordable. Read More

• EFSC Sonography Program Achieves Accreditation Milestone

  June 15, 2017 - EFSC's Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate in Science degree has received initial accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), a key measure of program excellence. Read More

• Hundreds Attend Summit of Seven Boys & Men Conference

  June 10, 2017 - Young men from around Brevard County spent the weekend learning what it means to be a man during the 25th annual Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference held at Eastern Florida State College's Melbourne campus. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Helps 50+ Get Back to Work

  June 2, 2017 - The BACK TO WORK 50+ Women's Economic Stability Initiative will hold a special workshop on Wednesday, July 12 to share information about training for women 50+ that teaches new job skills and can help them find jobs thanks to a partnership between the AARP Foundation, EFSC and Career Source Brevard. Read More

• College to Host Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference

  May 16, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will host the upcoming Summit of Seven Boys and Men Conference, with more than 1,000 people expected for the event that provides mentors and role models for youth. Read More

• EFSC Students Celebrate Diplomas in Spring Graduation

  May 11, 2017 - Students tossed hats in the air and beamed for the cameras Thursday as they received their diplomas from Eastern Florida State College during Spring Commencement. Read More

• EFSC Students Honored for Community Service

  May 9, 2017 - The Center for Service-Learning and Civic Engagement held its annual awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 9, honoring community partners, faculty and students who logged volunteer hours during the 2016-17 academic year. Read More

• Application Process Under Way for Emergency Medical Career Programs

  May 8, 2017 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic programs. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Receives Gift for Healthcare Scholarships

  May 6, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has been awarded a $15,000 donation from the Brevard Indo-American Medical and Dental Association that will fund student scholarships in nursing. Read More

• EFSC Youth Golf Camp Registration Available Now

  May 3, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College is once again offering the P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp, free to local students ages 10-17, with registration open through June 1. Read More

• EFSC Collegiate Veteran's Society Secures Funds for New Scholarships

  May 1, 2017 - Thanks to a $2,000 donation from Space Coast Chapter 123, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Eastern Florida State College will provide four new scholarships for veterans of the U.S. armed forces starting in Spring Term 2018. Read More

• EFSC Readies for May 11 Spring Commencement at King Center

  April 26, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College students will be in the spotlight May 11 when they walk across the stage to receive their diplomas during Spring Commencement. Read More

• EFSC Bachelor's Graduate Becomes First BAS Alum Accepted to Medical School

  April 25, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College alum Price Tipping, who graduated with an EFSC Bachelor's degree in 2016, has been accepted to the University of South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine, an accomplishment he credits in large part to his EFSC programs and professors. Read More

• Association of Florida Colleges Conference Held at EFSC

  April 21, 2017 - Higher education leaders from across Florida gathered Friday at Eastern Florida State College to trade ideas and discuss better ways to help students and improve their colleges. Read More

• College to Highlight Career and Technical Programs at Open Houses

  April 20, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will host two Open House events designed to allow prospective students to preview many Career and Technical degree and certificate programs. Read More

• EFSC a State Leader in Students Achieving Their Career Goals

  April 6, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College was recognized Thursday as among the best institutions of higher education in Florida, getting high grades in several key areas including students attaining jobs in their chosen careers after graduation. Read More

• Online Study Ranks Eastern Florida Top in the State

  April 5, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College has been ranked the top community college in Florida in a new study by Schools.com. Read More

• EFSC Employees Honored for Service to College

  April 4, 2017 - Nearly 100 employees at Eastern Florida State College were honored for their years of work helping students achieve success as the College held its Annual Employee Service Awards on Tuesday. Read More

• EFSC Creates Scholarship to Honor Service-Learning Leader

  April 3, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation is seeking donations to start the Roger Henry Service-Learning Scholarship to honor the educator's work with students and the community. Read More

• Men's Basketball Team's Record-Setting Year Nets Recognition from EFSC President

  March 29, 2017 - The accolades continued Wednesday for the Eastern Florida State College men's basketball team as players and coaches were honored by the college administration after a season that will go down in the history books. Read More

• EFSC to Feature Author during National Library Week

  March 28, 2017 - As part of National Library Week, the Eastern Florida State College Titusville Campus will host author Deborah C. Pollack at a "Meet the Author" event on Monday, April 17. Read More

• EFSC Students Earn National Scholarships

  March 23, 2017 - Four Eastern Florida State College students have won prestigious national scholarships that will assist with their educational expenses. Read More

• Explore Healthcare Careers at Health Sciences Institute Open House

  March 21, 2017 - The public is invited to attend an Open House at Eastern Florida State College's new Melbourne Campus Health Sciences Institute (Bldg. 15) on Saturday, April 22 from 10 AM to Noon. Read More

• Successful EFSC BBQ Benefits Athletic Booster Club

  March 20, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College Alumni Association's first Backyard BBQ Cook-off and Family Fest was a big success with mouthwatering BBQ and bluegrass music on the menu. Read More

• EFSC Titusville Campus to Host Spring Classical Music Open Rehearsal and Concert

  March 15, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College Titusville Campus will host a Spring Classical Music Concert on Friday, March 24 at 7 p.m. in the Gymnatorium. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Helps 50+ Age Group Get Back to Work

  March 13, 2017 - Registration is open for an April Smart Strategies Workshop, designed through an EFSC partnership with the AARP Foundation and Career Source Brevard as an avenue for women 50+ to enhance job skills and return to the work force. Read More

• Florida Colleges Get Top Ranking in U.S. News & World Report

  March 9, 2017 - Low tuition and high graduation rates have made Florida colleges and universities the best in the nation in a new report, with institutions such as Eastern Florida State College playing a key role in the ranking. Read More

• Eastern Florida Plans Lunch-n-Learn at Patrick Air Force Base

  March 8, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College will host a College Credit Certificate Lunch-n-Learn session at its offices at the Patrick Air Force Base Education Center on Wednesday, March 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read More

• EFSC Student Art Exhibition Coming to King Center Gallery

  March 7, 2017 - The Eastern Florida State College Melbourne Campus will host the 46th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit at the Maxwell C. King Center for the Performing Arts in the Lobby Gallery March 27-April 23. Read More

• Hilton Melbourne Rialto Supporting EFSC Foundation

  February 28, 2017 - The Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place has become the official host hotel for Eastern Florida State College as a corporate partner of the EFSC Foundation, the organization that funds student scholarships. Read More

• EFSC Theatre and Music Students Team Up to Present "Anything Goes"

  February 24, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College's Performing & Visual Arts Department will present the Cole Porter musical "Anything Goes" March 17 through 19 at the Simpkins Fine Arts Center on the EFSC Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Titan Scholarships Event Highlights the Impact of Giving

  February 23, 2017 - Eastern Florida students got the chance to say thank you to the people who made it possible for them to achieve their dreams as the EFSC Foundation hosted the Titan Scholarship Reception Thursday night for donors and scholarship recipients from this academic year. Read More

• EFSC Student Honored for Theatre Program Work

  February 21, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College student Nick Martin has received a statewide honor for his achievements in the College's theatre program. Read More

• Weekend Car Show to Benefit EFSC Veterans Services

  February 20, 2017 - Show some patriotic spirit by helping raise scholarship funds for veterans and their families at the Saturday, Feb. 25 "Red, White & Wheels Car Show" at Eastern Florida State College's Cocoa Campus. Read More

• EFSC Alumni Association Seeks Competitors for BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest

  February 15, 2017 - A $1,000 grand prize is at stake in the Backyard BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest on Saturday, March 11, with a February 28 deadline for cook-off teams to register plus discounted pre-purchase event tickets available now. Read More

• EFSC Performing Arts Students Present Black History Month Play

  February 14, 2017 - The EFSC Department of Visual and Performing Arts and the Titans Theatre Club will present the play "Free Man of Color" by Charles Smith in honor of Black History Month. Read More

• Eight EFSC Students Make All-Florida Academic Team

  February 13, 2017 - A record number of eight Eastern Florida State College students have been selected to the 2017 All-Florida Academic Team for their outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• Eastern Florida Opens New Health Sciences Institute

  February 9, 2017 - A new Health Sciences Institute was dedicated Thursday at Eastern Florida State College in a major advance for training the state's next-generation of healthcare professionals. Read More

• Larsen Motorsports Co-Owners Motivate and Inspire Students

  February 7, 2017 – Chris and Elaine Larsen, the founders of Palm Bay-based Larsen Motorsports, Inc., inspired students on Tuesday with their story as speakers in the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series, co-sponsored by EFSC and Florida Today. Read More

• Trustees Praise EFSC President's Performance, Extend Contract

  February 6, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey was praised Monday for his leadership and performance by the Board of Trustees who extended his contract to 2022. Read More

• Brevard County Manager Moving to EFSC Team

  February 3, 2017 - Brevard County Manager Stockton Whitten is joining Eastern Florida State College in the lead position to manage facilities, oversee the construction of new buildings and direct a variety of other special projects. Read More

• EFSC Community Saddened by Death of Women's Basketball Coach

  January 30, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College women's basketball coach Jim Grimes, whose leadership turned the team into champions, passed away early Monday morning. He was 45. Read More

• EFSC Dental Clinic Expands Popular Youth Program

  January 25, 2017 - Beginning this month, the Eastern Florida State College Dental Clinic will help Brevard County children be healthy kids with happy smiles year-round. Read More

• Emergency Medical Technician Programs Accepting Applications

  January 19, 2017 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• EFSC Law Enforcement Academies Recruiting Applicants

  January 17, 2017 - Eastern Florida State College's Public Safety Institute is currently recruiting for its next Law Enforcement Academies, programs that can lead to employment as a police officer or deputy. Read More

• Drag Racing Couple to Speak as Simpkins Entrepreneurs

  January 10, 2017 - Chris and Elaine Larsen of Larsen Motorsports, Inc. will be racing to Eastern Florida State College in February to share their inspiring story as speakers in the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series, co-sponsored by EFSC and Florida Today. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Offers Smart Strategies Workshop

  January 9, 2017 - EFSC, a sub-grantee of the Social Innovation Fund (SIF) program under a grant provided from the Corporation for National and Community Service to AARP Foundation, is partnering once again with Career Source Brevard, welcoming more participants to a training program for women 50+ that teaches new job skills and can help them find jobs. Read More

• Sharon Cronk-Raby Receives EFSC Distinguished Educator Award

  January 5, 2017 - Assistant Professor of English Sharon Cronk-Raby has been selected as the recipient of Eastern Florida State College's Distinguished Educator of the Year award for 2017. Read More

• EFSC Graduates Celebrate Milestone Surrounded by Family and Friends

  December 15, 2016 - Cheers and celebrations rang through Eastern Florida State College on Thursday as students marked the completion of degree and certificate programs during Fall Commencement. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Needs Help to Reach Scholarship Goal

  December 14, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation is nearing its fundraising goal in a new student scholarship campaign and is asking for the community's help to put them over the top. Read More

• Agreements Give EFSC Students New Avenues to Engineering, MBA Degrees

  December 12, 2016 - Students at Eastern Florida State College have new paths to Bachelor Degrees in Engineering and a Master Degree in Business Administration thanks to agreements with two Florida universities. Read More

• Boniface-Hiers Presents $50,000 Donation to EFSC Foundation

  December 7, 2016 - The Boniface-Hiers Automotive Group presented a check for $50,000 Wednesday to the Eastern Florida State College Foundation for student scholarships. Read More

• Eastern Florida Readies for Fall Graduation

  December 5, 2016 - Years of hard work will culminate Dec. 15 when students at Eastern Florida State College receive their diplomas during two fall commencement ceremonies at the King Center for the Performing Arts. Read More

• EFSC-Trained Dancers Join Israel Peace Tour

  December 1, 2016 - Four former Eastern Florida State College dance students will travel to Israel on December 14 to represent Brevard County in a Peace Ambassador Tour. Read More

• Florida Today Honors Brevard Volunteers at EFSC Event

  November 17, 2016 - Brevard County residents and organizations that exemplify the commitment to give back to the community were honored Thursday night during the 25th Annual Florida Today Volunteer Recognition Awards at Eastern Florida State College. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Launches Annual Titan Fund "Come Grow With Us" Campaign

  November 17, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation is asking for the community's support to create a $50,000 endowment for the Annual Titan Fund Campaign to increase student scholarships. Read More

• Students to Present Classic Story "It's a Wonderful Life"

  November 16, 2016 - Students in the Eastern Florida State College Titans Theatre Club will present "It's A Wonderful Life, A Live Radio Play" by Joe Landry on Wednesday, November 30 on the Cocoa Campus in the Simpkins Fine Arts Center Studio Theatre. Read More

• Eastern Florida Ceremony Honors Local Veterans

  November 11, 2016 - Hundreds of veterans gathered to remember those who have served their country Friday afternoon at EFSC's Cocoa Campus Amphitheater for the 34th Annual "Massing of the Colors," the largest Veterans Day event on Florida's Space Coast. Read More

• Performing Arts Club to Present 8th Annual Shakespeare Performance

  November 9, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing Arts Club will present its 8th Annual Shakespeare performance featuring The Tempest on the Titusville Campus in the John Henry Jones Gymnatorium (Bldg. 4). Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Theatre Production Earns Top Honor

  November 7, 2016 – The EFSC Performing and Visual Arts Department has received a prestigious Superior ranking and Community Service Award from the Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) for its production of “Pinocchio” by Greg Banks. Read More

• EFSC Alumni Gather to Support Student Scholarships

  November 4, 2016 - More than 150 Eastern Florida State College alumni gathered Thursday night to support student scholarships and learn what they can do to contribute to the college's rapid growth. Read More

• Fall Choral Concert Planned

  November 3, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Concert Choir and Madrigal Ensemble will present a Fall Choral Concert on Monday, November 21 at 7:30 PM on the Cocoa Campus in the Simpkins Fine Arts Auditorium. Read More

• Annual Veterans Day Event Planned at EFSC

  November 2, 2016 - The Military Order of World Wars Space Coast-Indian River Chapter will hold the 34th Annual Veterans Memorial Service and Massing of the Colors on Friday, Nov. 11 on the Eastern Florida State College Cocoa Campus. Read More

• College's Fire Training Facility Plans Open House

  October 31, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Fire Training Program will host an Open House at their new facility on the EFSC Palm Bay Campus on Monday, November 7 from 3 to 7 PM. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Tournament Raises Funds for Student Scholarships

  October 21, 2016 - The third annual Eastern Florida State College Foundation Golf Tournament and Oktoberfest featured an exciting finish, made possible by a student golfer who served as a reminder of the tournament's mission. Read More

• EFSC to Offer Math Boot Camp

  October 20, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College's Titusville Campus will offer a special Math Boot Camp on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2-4 p.m. beginning November 2 through November 30 in Bldg. 1, Room 143. Read More

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Planned at EFSC

  October 17, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College plans to start a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing in 2018 to help meet a critical need for more nurses along the Space Coast and in Florida. Read More

• Children's Classic Pinocchio Coming to Simpkins Center Stage

  October 13, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present the play "Pinocchio" by Greg Banks on October 28-29. Read More

• EFSC Associate Provost Receives Lakin Fellowship

  October 11, 2016 - Dr. Dedra Sibley, the Associate Provost of Eastern Florida State College's Cocoa campus, has been named one of 15 fellows with the Thomas Lakin Institute for Mentored Leadership. Read More

• EFSC President Tours Campuses In Hurricane Matthew's Wake

  October 10, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey toured all four campuses Monday in the wake of Hurricane Matthew, meeting with faculty and staff and talking with students to make sure their needs were met. Read More

• October Information Session Planned for 50+ Work Program

  October 5, 2016 - EFSC, a proud sub-grantee of the Social Innovation Fund (SIF) program under a grant provided from the Corporation for National and Community Service to AARP Foundation, the charitable affiliate of AARP, is partnering once again with Career Source Brevard, welcoming more participants to a training program for women 50+ that teaches new job skills and can help them find jobs. Read More

• Eastern Florida Nursing Students Study Abroad in Africa

  October 4, 2016 - A recent three-week study abroad program in Africa, designed to provide first-year EFSC nursing students with an opportunity to develop a better understanding of transcultural healthcare, highlights the unique educational opportunities made possible by the growth of online education. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Foundation Board Announces New Officers, New Members

  October 3, 2016 - The EFSC Foundation Board of Directors elected its officers for 2016-2017 during its recent September meeting and added seven new members to the volunteer board which guides fundraising efforts to support student scholarships. Read More

• Women's Tennis Headed to National Championships

  September 26, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College women's tennis team will now play on the national stage after making history over the weekend, winning both the singles and doubles titles at the ITA Florida Regional Championships. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Receives $50,000 Goldman Endowment

  September 23, 2016 - A $50,000 endowment to honor the Judy and Mitchell Goldman Family has been received by the Eastern Florida State College Foundation for student scholarships. Read More

• EFSC Wins National Awards for Community Service Efforts

  September 22, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College has won two major awards for community service on the Space Coast for a program that provides students hands-on experience helping others. Read More

• "Shark Tank" Winner Inspires Students at EFSC Presentations

  September 20, 2016 - Entrepreneur and "Shark Tank" winner Chris Gilpin shared his made-for-television story of a lottery ticket that led to riches during two appearances on the Cocoa and Melbourne campuses Tuesday as part of the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series. Read More

• Reception & Jazz Concert to Highlight EFSC Alumni & College Growth Plans

  September 20, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation and EFSC Alumni Association will host a "Come Grow with Us" reception and concert on Thursday, Nov. 3 at the King Center for the Performing Arts on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• EFSC Foundation Receives Scholarship Donation

  September 19, 2016 - The Florida College System Foundation has given the EFSC Foundation $29,000 to provide more scholarships to students. Read More

• EFSC Faculty Art Exhibit to Open at King Center Lobby Gallery

  September 13, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College Faculty artwork will be exhibited at the King Center for the Performing Arts in the Harris Corporation Lobby Gallery from September 26 through October 30. Read More

• New Ranking Puts EFSC Among Top 10 Colleges in Florida

  September 12, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College is one of the Top 10 colleges and universities in Florida based on a new study by OnlineColleges.com. Read More

• Eastern Florida Ready to Help ITT Students Seeking Transfers

  September 8, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College is offering a special Information Session and is prepared to assist students from ITT Technical Institutes seeking to transfer following the closure of ITT campuses nationwide. Read More

• EFSC Launches New Education Center at Patrick Air Force Base

  September 6, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College is opening a new education center at Patrick Air Force Base where military members, their families and local community civilians can study toward a degree. Read More

• Shark Tank Winner Next Simpkins Entrepreneur Series Speaker

  September 1, 2016 - Florida college graduate Chris Gilpin, who turned a $1 winning lottery ticket into a thriving high-tech start-up, then secured a $200,000 investment on ABC's Shark Tank series, will share his secrets for success in the Simpkins Entrepreneur Series held at two EFSC campuses on Sept. 20. Read More

• EFSC Performing Arts Department to Present Constitution Day Play

  August 31, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College theatre program students will perform the play "Information" on September 13-14 to commemorate the anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Launches Online Career Search Tool

  August 30, 2016 - EFSC has launched Career Coach, a free online tool that allows students and Brevard County residents to explore potential careers and search current job listings. Read More

• Well-Known Singer Drake Wears EFSC Titans Jersey at Saturday Concert

  August 28, 2016 - The Canadian singer, songwriter and actor Drake wowed Eastern Florida State College alumni and current students attending his Tampa concert by appearing onstage in an EFSC Titans men's basketball jersey, prompted by his connection to a player on the team. Read More

• Local Automotive Group Makes Major Donation to EFSC Foundation

  August 22, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Foundation has received a $50,000 gift from the Boniface Hiers Automotive Group, supporting the Foundation's vision to build futures, transform lives and promote academic excellence. Read More

• Jack Parker Appointed Vice President at Eastern Florida

  August 18, 2016 - Jack Parker has been named Vice President for External Affairs at Eastern Florida State College tasked with directing a wide range of programs and major new initiatives. Read More

• Moses L. Harvin, Sr. Elected Chair of EFSC's Board of Trustees

  August 15, 2016 - Moses L. Harvin, Sr. has been selected as the new chair of the Eastern Florida State College Board of the Trustees, saying his priority is continuing the college's expansion of new programs and facilities. Read More

• More New Programs, Buildings Greet EFSC Students This Fall

  August 3, 2016 - Growth in educational opportunities, new programs in high-demand careers and enhanced location choices are all part of new initiatives awaiting about 16,000 students returning to Eastern Florida State College Aug. 15 for the start of the Fall Term. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Alumni Association Plans Gathering

  August 4, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Alumni Association will host a networking event on Tuesday, August 16 at Grills Riverside Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Offers Smart Strategies Workshops

  July 18, 2016 - The successful partnership between Eastern Florida State College, the AARP Foundation and Career Source Brevard to help train women age 50+ with new job skills is opening its doors to more participants during August workshops. Read More

• EFSC Gets $1 Million Grant to Train High-Tech Workers

  July 6, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College has been awarded a nearly $1 million federal grant to help train workers in the advanced manufacturing and information technology fields. Read More

• EFSC Music Students Receive Jazz Scholarships

  June 29, 2016 - Two incoming Eastern Florida State College music students were recently selected as recipients of the Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation's Music Merit Scholarship through the Eastern Florida State College Foundation. Read More

• EFSC, Florida Today Hosting Candidate Forums

  June 27, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College and Florida Today will host a series of candidate forums at the college starting in August that will provide the public a front row seat on major issues in the 2016 elections. Read More

• No Tuition Increase at Eastern Florida for Fifth Straight Year

  June 20, 2016 - No tuition hike for students for the fifth straight year and a pay increase for faculty and staff are key features in Eastern Florida State College's new fiscal year budget. Read More

• EFSC Youth Golf Camp Making Impact on Local Students

  June 14, 2016 - The P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp is in full swing for another year, combining the highlights of golf's fundamental skills and valuable lessons about life. Read More

• Apply Now for Aerospace Technology Degree Program

  June 9, 2016 - The Aerospace Technology Program at Eastern Florida State College is accepting applications through July 10 for the fall term. Read More

• Application Process Open for Law Enforcement Training

  June 8, 2016 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is now recruiting for its remaining 2016 Law Enforcement Academies which begin classes July 25, September 19 and November 28. Read More

• Special Donation Helps Dental Clinic Meet Needs

  June 6, 2016 - During this month, the Eastern Florida State College Dental Clinic will provide free cleanings and exams to Brevard County children thanks to a special contribution made by supporters Guy and Delores Spearman. Read More

• Applications Being Accepted for EMT and Paramedic Programs

  May 23, 2016 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is recruiting for its EMT and Paramedic Programs. Read More

• EFSC Officer Honored for Life-Saving Action

  May 17, 2016 - An Eastern Florida State College security officer was honored Tuesday for quick action that helped save the life of a heart-attack victim. Read More

• Eastern Florida President, Two Others Receive Sports Honor

  May 13, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College was represented in a major way Friday when the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame inducted its Class of 2016. Read More

• Eastern Florida Students Mark Graduation Day Milestone

  May 12, 2016 - More than 2,000 Eastern Florida State College students were eligible to receive their diplomas during two Spring Commencement Ceremonies held at the King Center for the Performing Arts. Read More

• EFSC Graduates Celebrate at Noon Commencement

  May 12, 2016 - Stories of inspiration and goals achieved filled the halls Thursday as Eastern Florida State College students received their diplomas during the first of two Spring Commencement ceremonies at the King Center. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Helps Women Return to the Workforce

  May 10, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College, a sub-grantee of the SIF program under a grant provided from the Corporation for National and Community Service to the AARP Foundation, is pairing once again with Career Source Brevard to help train women age 50+ with new job skills and to help them get jobs. Read More

• Brevard Community Chorus to Present Verdi's Requiem

  May 5, 2016 - The Brevard Community Chorus will perform Giuseppe Verdi's famous Requiem on Saturday, May 14 at 7:30 p.m. at the King Center for the Performing Arts. Read More

• Eastern Florida Students Honored for Community Service

  May 3, 2016 - The EFSC Center for Service Learning and Civic Engagement will hold its annual awards ceremony May 10, recognizing more than 4,200 students who have volunteered 190,000 community service hours the past year. Read More

• Eastern Florida Students Prepare for Spring Graduation

  April 27, 2016 - Graduation Day is approaching at Eastern Florida State College where about 2,000 students will be eligible to receive their diplomas May 12 during spring commencement ceremonies. Read More

• Eastern Florida Music Professor to Collaborate in Italy

  April 25, 2016 - Dr. Chan Ji Kim, an Eastern Florida State College Associate Professor of Music, will join a group of musicians this summer in Italy to compose music for a ballet opera based on Shakespeare's The Tempest. Read More

• Student Government Officer Earns National Honor

  April 21, 2016 - Julia Weatherspoon, an Eastern Florida State College junior, has been named a 2016 Newman Civic Fellow by Campus Compact, a national network dedicated to campus-based civic engagement. Read More

• Eastern Florida Hosts 5th Annual Poetry Aloud Event

  April 19, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College's Cocoa Campus will be the site for the 5th Annual Poetry Aloud event on Tuesday, April 26. The event will be held from 3-6 p.m. in the Bernard Simpkins Fine Arts Center in the Studio Theatre. Read More

• Special Opera Favorites Concert Wednesday on Cocoa Campus

  April 18, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Concert Choir and Madrigal Ensemble will join with the Florida Tech Concert Choir and String Ensemble to present "Bravo! An Evening of Opera Favorites" on Wednesday, April 20 at the Cocoa Campus Simpkins Center. Read More

• Public Safety Institute Offers Basic Abilities Test (BAT)

  April 15, 2016 - Starting April 25 the Brevard Police Testing and Selection Center at Eastern Florida State College's Public Safety Institute will offer the Basic Abilities Test (BAT) on a walk-in basis at its office on the EFSC Melbourne Campus. Read More

• Donors Generate New Scholarships at Eastern Florida State College Foundation

  April 14, 2016 - Donors have created three new scholarships at the Eastern Florida State College Foundation, which continues to grow and provide more students an opportunity to receive a higher education. Read More

• Unique Comedy Planned at Eastern Florida's Titusville Campus

  April 14, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College's Titusville Campus will present Nom Generique, a comedy about vampires written by Christopher Cerimele. Read More

• Titans Hosting Youth Golf Camp

  April 13, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College is once again offering the P.J. Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp, free to local students ages 10-16. Read More

• SGA Officers Win National Model Congress Awards

  April 13, 2016 - Three Student Government Association Officers from Eastern Florida State College recently returned victorious from Washington, D.C., winning four awards in the National Model U.S. Congress. Read More

• EFSC Appoints New Student Recruitment Director

  April 11, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College has appointed Christine Warner Director of Collegewide Student Recruitment. Read More

• EFSC Will Repeat as Women's Soccer Championship Site

  April 6, 2016 - Eastern Florida's Titan Soccer Complex will host the NJCAA Division I Women's Soccer Championship in 2017 and 2019, providing a $1.1 million economic boost each year. Read More

• Attend Nursing and Health Sciences Open House

  April 6, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College will hold an Open House featuring its Nursing and Health Sciences Programs on Tuesday, April 26 from 5-8 PM on its Cocoa Campus. Read More

• Open Call for Entries in Titusville Campus Spring Art Show

  April 5, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College's Titusville Campus is hosting its spring art show "Growing With The Arts" and is calling for submissions from EFSC students, faculty, staff and Brevard County residents. Read More

• State Approves Funding for New Student Union on Melbourne Campus

  April 4, 2016 - A new Student Union that will be a hub of student activity and play an important role in providing career guidance services has been approved by state lawmakers for construction on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• EFSC Presents Juried Student Art Show

  March 28, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College annual Juried Student Art Exhibit is on display at the Maxwell C. King Center Lobby Gallery through April 24. Read More

• EFSC Student Makes All-Florida Academic Team

  March 14, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College student Joshua Bontrager has been selected to the 2016 All-Florida Academic Team for his outstanding scholarship and work in the community. Read More

• Eastern Florida State College Launches April 2 5K Race

  March 9, 2016 - EFSC's Titusville Campus Office of Student Life is planning the Step Up for Autism 5K Race with an eye toward helping students with special needs achieve their dreams of a college education. Read More

• Eastern Florida Campus Open Houses Set for April

  March 7, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College will hold an Open House on each of its four campuses in April to provide current and prospective students the chance to learn about current and new programs available this summer and fall and to gain assistance with the application process. Read More

• Broadway Musical Comedy COMPANY Coming to Simpkins Center Stage

  March 1, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department will present three performances of the Tony-Award winning musical COMPANY at the Cocoa Campus April 8-10. Read More

• EFSC Expands Veterans Center to Aid Student Vets and Families

  February 22, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College has expanded its Military and Veterans Service Center on the Cocoa and Melbourne campuses to help meet the specialized needs of veterans and active military personnel and their dependents in the classroom and in their personal lives. Read More

• EFSC Among Top Florida Colleges for Online Programs

  February 17, 2016 - Highly popular online learning programs at Eastern Florida State College have been named among the best in the state. Read More

• New Fire Training Center Opens at EFSC

  February 11, 2016 - A state-of-the-art Fire Training Center at EFSC's Palm Bay Campus that includes a four-story rescue tower is the new training site for firefighters from Brevard County Fire-Rescue and all 13 municipal departments, making it a key resource to ensure public safety along the Space Coast. Read More

• College to Host Seventh Annual Children's Dental Health Fair

  February 10, 2016 - The Dental Assisting and Hygiene Programs at Eastern Florida State College are again teaming up with local dental professionals for the "Happy Smiles-Happy Kids" free dental health fair for children under 18. Read More

• Black History Month Play Coming to Cocoa & Palm Bay

  February 9, 2016 - The Eastern Florida State College Performing and Visual Arts Department in collaboration with the Titans Theater Club will present the play "Oh Freedom! The Story of the Underground Railroad." Read More

• EFSC President Named to Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame

  February 4, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College president Dr. Jim Richey has been named to the Space Coast Sports Hall of Fame for expanding collegiate athletics and bringing professional soccer to Brevard County. Read More

• Art & Environmental Protection Meet in Palm Bay Campus Event

  February 2, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College is partnering with the Brevard Cultural Alliance and the City of Palm Bay to host "The Art of Sustainability" initiative on the Palm Bay campus. Read More

• Trustees Praise Eastern Florida President for "Outstanding Job"

  February 1, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College President Dr. Jim Richey was praised Monday for his excellent performance by the Board of Trustees who extended his contract to 2021. Read More

• Former Trustee Steve Charpentier Honored for Service

  February 1, 2016 - Steve Charpentier, a former chair of the Eastern Florida State College Board of Trustees, has been honored for his service in helping transform EFSC into a four-year institution. Read More

• EFSC Nominated for Distinguished Aspen Prize

  February 1, 2016 - Eastern Florida State College is in the running for the prestigious Aspen Prize that is awarded to the top community college in the nation. Read More

• Orlando City B Schedule Released for EFSC-Based Matches

  January 26, 2016 - Orlando City Soccer Club today announced its United Soccer League (USL) schedule for the 2016 season, including its 15 home games at Eastern Florida State College's Titan Soccer Complex on the Melbourne campus. Read More

• EMT Program Accepting Applications

  January 26, 2016 - The Public Safety Institute at Eastern Florida State College is actively recruiting for its upcoming Emergency Medical Technician program. Read More

• Lecture to Feature Well-Known Economic Journalist and Author

  January 21, 2016 - Experience a different view on the Roaring 20s with economic journalist, historian and author Amity Shlaes at the February 16th Freedom Lecture on EFSC's Palm Bay Campus. Read More

• EFSC Helps Women Return to Workforce

  January 19, 2016 - A successful program pairing Eastern Florida State College and the AARP Foundation to train women age 50+ with new skills and help them get jobs is opening its doors to more participants. Read More

• Gathering at EFSC Attacks Human Trafficking

  January 11, 2016 - Top officials from across the Space Coast took a tough look at an issue that leads to the exploitation of 21 million people worldwide during a Human Trafficking Symposium at Eastern Florida State College that was sponsored by U.S. Rep. Bill Posey of Rockledge. Read More

• Biology Professor Honored as Distinguished Educator

  January 7, 2016 - Dr. Ashley Spring, an Assistant Professor of Biology, has received the prestigious Distinguished Educator Recognition Award for 2015 from Eastern Florida State College. Read More