Monthly Archives: March 2026

SFSC Gives Back Update

SFSC team, let’s step off our four campus locations as a TEAM, because Together Everyone Achieves More, and give back to the communities where we live and work through service. Take a break from your desk and get involved in volunteering and giving your time to the communities where we live and work. Take the… Read More

Events March 30-April 5

Monday, March 30 Undergraduate Research Forum, 4 p.m., B 112 Tuesday, March 31 Career and Transfer Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Bldg. B SNA Bake Sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., HSEC PTK Induction, 6 p.m., UC Baseball vs. State College of Florida, 6 p.m., Panther Field Wednesday, April 1 SFSC vs. Pasco-Hernando State College, 4 p.m., Panther… Read More

Endowed Chairs Awarded to Three SFSC Faculty

Colleges and universities honor and encourage faculty who go beyond the requirements of the classroom. To that end, three SFSC faculty have been appointed as endowed chairs in their respective disciplines with funds donated through the SFSC Foundation, Inc. The Norm and Laurie Stephens Endowed Teaching Chair was awarded to Dr. Joseph Velenovsky, Biology professor.… Read More

What HLC Reviewers Are Not Looking For

HLC reviewers are not: Evaluating individual job performance Looking for scripted or “perfect” answers Expecting anyone to know everything Conducting surprise inspections Issuing decisions or recommendations during meetings They are focused on institutional systems and practices, not individuals. A helpful rule of thumb: Answer honestly, based on your role and experience. That’s exactly what reviewers… Read More

The Security Tea – March 2026

They look real. They sound real. But they may not be. Deepfakes are becoming more advanced, using AI to create highly convincing video and audio impersonations. From fake executive video calls to cloned voices requesting urgent payments, these attacks are designed to bypass your instincts and exploit trust. Reality Check: Protect Yourself from Deepfake Fraud… Read More

Reminder: Boots & Bling – 2026 Learning & Legacy Gala

Boots & Bling – The SFSC Foundation’s 2026 Learning & Legacy Gala Friday, April 17, 2026 Dining Rooms of the Hotel Jacaranda Boot scoot with the SFSC Foundation at this year’s Boots and Bling, Learning and Legacy Gala on April 17, 2026. Only one week left to purchase your tickets. Dust off your boots and… Read More

United Way Day of Caring Reminder

Dear United Way Supporter, On Thursday, April 23, 2026, you and your coworkers can experience one of the most rewarding days of the year by forming a team to participate in the 2026 Day of Caring in Highlands County! What is Day of Caring? This is an opportunity for local residents to make a hands-on impact… Read More