Eastern Florida State College 2020 News Releases

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

  Updated January 11, 2021 - A drive-through, no-appointment-required, free COVID-19 testing site is available at the Eastern Florida State College Palm Bay Campus. The site is for COVID testing only and not for vaccinations. It is open to all ages with parental consent. Testing is available seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. regardless of symptoms, with an "express lane" for those with symptoms. 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