Saturday event makes for one-stop application, registration

DSC Enrollment Day, Jan. 9; classes start Jan. 19 with reduced tuition

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2015) – With the spring semester looming large, it’s time for returning students and those new to a college career to lock in their schedule. Daytona State College

has cut tuition by 2 percent and offers an easy-access, no-cost session next month to make registration a simple one-stop process.

Enrollment Day on Saturday, Jan. 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the college’s Daytona Beach Campus provides an opportunity for students to complete everything from admission to registration.

How it works: Students start by completing a Daytona State application (apply online or download the application from www.DaytonaState.edu), then meet with an Admissions Advisor and Financial Aid Counselor, take an assessment test (if applicable), meet with an Academic Advisor, and then register for class.

Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Daytona Beach Campus
Wetherell Center (Bldg. 100)
1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

The Daytona State Financial Aid Office will be open to assist with college education financing and will provide assistance to complete the financial aid applications (FAFSA).

Academic Advisors will also be available to talk about unique academic programs such as Quanta-Honors College that offers an alternative to regular college classes for highly motivated students.

For additional information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/Admissions or call (386) 506-4471.

NOTE: The college Admissions team also holds on-site admissions at local high schools February through May during the school day. Parents and students should check with their guidance offices for dates and times. DSC admissions advisors can discuss program options and the enrollment process, and admit students on the spot with a checklist for class registration.

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DSC’s spring WISE program presents 15 topics

Including: State of the College, I-4 project, Marineland history, Florida House in D.C. 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2015) - The Daytona State College Foundation’s Wisdom in Senior Education (WISE) program will feature something to suit everyone’s interests when the spring

season kicks off in January.

Typically held at the college’s Daytona Beach Campus, the first presentation will be held at DSC’s News-Journal Center in downtown Daytona Beach, at 221 N. Beach Street. Dr. Tom LoBasso, president of Daytona State, will discuss the vision and future of the college, including construction projects and the new soccer programs. His talk, DSC - State of the College 2016, is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 12, at 2 p.m. in the Davidson Theater.

The remaining WISE presentations will take place at DSC’s Daytona Beach Campus Hosseini Center, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 19
Operations of the Florida House
Bart Hudson, a third-generation Floridian from Fort Walton Beach, heads the Florida House, in Washington, D.C. There, he manages the daily operation of Florida’s embassy in our nation’s capital. With over 10,000 visiting Floridians, it is his responsibility to ensure that each receives “gracious, unparalleled hospitality.”

Tuesday, Jan. 26
The Process of Writing the U.S. Constitution 
Dr. Harold “Trey” Orndorff, a DSC professor and expert on the U.S. Constitution, will speak about how the constitution was developed in 1787, and about the ‘Great Compromise,’ with special focus on how the small and large states reconciled their various voting.

Tuesday, Feb. 2
Weather Forecasting in a Florida Climate 
Eric Burris, a member of the WESH-TV staff who delivers the status of Florida weather daily, will present the WESH-TV model of forecasting the local weather including hurricanes, summer lightning storms and tornadoes.

Tuesday, Feb. 9
Cyber Threat and You 
Dr. Philip Craiger is an Engineering Technology professor at DSC with expertise in cybersecurity and cyberforensics. He will discuss the science and technology behind cyber threats and ask the question, “Are we prepared for or are we already in the midst of a deadly new arms race?”

Tuesday, Feb. 16
The Great Seminole Indian War
Dr. Nancy Duke, associate professor in DSC’s School of Behavioral and Social Sciences, presents a fascinating and insightful look at the uniquely successful resistance movement against colonialism, orchestrated by two determined Seminole leaders, Osceola and Abiaki.

Tuesday, Feb. 23
Why Poetry Matters 
Dr. David Axelrod, Poet Laureate of Volusia County, is also director of the Creative Happiness Institute in Daytona Beach, which presents cultural programs. For anyone who likes poetry, he will be preaching to the choir. But, for others, his presentation will inspire them to see poetry differently and better understand this art form.

Tuesday, March 1
Building a Better I-4 
David Parks, public information officer for I-4 Ultimate, will share the importance of the project for Central Florida. The 21-mile makeover, from west of Kirkman Road in Orange County to east of State Road 434 in Seminole County, will transform the region while connecting communities, improving the economy and enhancing livability for everyone.

Tuesday, March 8
Iran vs. the State of Israel 
Leon Van Wert is a published author who has researched the book of revelation in the Bible. His talk will be about the role history has played and his views on the future in the Middle East.

Tuesday, March 22
Taking Digital Photos and Sending Them to your Family 
Winston Belgrave will demonstrate how to take photos with cameras and smart phones, how to save them and then send them to family and friends. Also, he’ll present a how-to on posting and deleting photos on Facebook.

Tuesday, March 29
History of Marineland
Terran McGinnis, co-author of a book about Marineland’s history, will discuss Marineland’s past, with a focus on its start in 1938 as Marine Studios and the making of films, television shows and newsreels at the Oceanarium.

Tuesday, April 5
Your Memory 
Dr. Thomas Kramer, DSC adjunct professor, lecturer and licensed psychologist, asks “How is your memory these days?” Dr. Kramer’s talk addresses memory, from science to personal recollections.

Tuesday, April 12
Neighborhood Crime and How the Community Can Help
Daytona Beach Police Chief Mike Chitwood will be joined by his command staff to discuss current crime patterns and provide information about how to assist police in preventing and solving crimes in your neighborhood.

Tuesday, April 19
The Conscience of Man 
Ken Tubertini presents an insightful look into the holocaust, discussing Veit Harlan, Lena Riefenstal, Balder von Schirach and Raol Wallenberg. Most people don’t recognize their names, but they played major roles in the holocaust.

Tuesday, April 26
It’s Almost Summertime again; Need Cooking Ideas? 
Executive Chef Costa Magoulis, dean, DSC’s Mori Hosseini College of Hospitality Management, will demonstrate how to prepare fresh summer fare, sharing his expert techniques.

The Foundation created the WISE program to provide continuing education and cultural enrichment activities to senior members of the community. WISE is open to anyone age 50 or older, for $25 for an individual or $45 per couple per year.

Find a complete listing of spring presenters at DaytonaState.edu/wise. For more information, contact Kent Ryan (386) 506-4425, or RyanK@DaytonaState.edu.

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WDSC TV-15 presents Eyes on Education special

Guest - DSC President Tom LoBasso, host - radio personality Marc Bernier

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 18, 2015) – Kicking off the new year, Daytona State College’s WDSC TV-15 presents a special look at higher education with DSC President Tom LoBasso, hosted by local radio personality Marc Bernier.

Featuring affordable pathways to careers and jobs with good pay, the TV special explores the value of education through Daytona State, which has cut tuition by 2 percent following five years of no tuition hikes. From bachelor’s degrees to programs in automotive repair and service, culinary arts, cyberforensics and paralegal certification, Dr. LoBasso and host Bernier discuss a range of in-demand offerings.

The show also points out the growth of athletics at the college, noting the start-up of soccer teams in fall 2016.

Eyes on Education airs in January, with best times of Thursday, Jan. 7, at 7:30 p.m. and Monday, Jan. 18, at 7 p.m. Earlier dates and times are: Sunday, Dec. 27 at 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 31, at 9:30 p.m.

Be sure to tune-in to WDSC TV-15: digital TV sets and antennas - 15-1WDSC HD; Bright House Digital - 15WDSC and 1050WDSC HD; Dish Network and Direct TV - 15WDSC; Comcast - 439WDSC HD; and U-verse - 15WDSC.

A public station, WDSC TV-15 strives to be the community’s source for extraordinary programming – the kind that respects your intelligence and your interests. If you enjoy WDSC programming, please consider donating to keep your favorites on the air. Call 1.800.638.9238 or visit DaytonaState.edu/WDSC to donate.

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This week at Daytona State; comedian, Fossil Hunter, men's basketball home game

Daytona State College hoop fans should plan to stop by the Daytona Beach Campus on Friday, Dec. 18 to watch DSC Falcons take on Palm Beach State College; tip-off is at 7 p.m. in the Lemerand Center.

Join the action live in the Lemerand Center or live-streaming via Youtube.

Find out what's happening this week at DSC... 

WDSC TV15 celebrates the season with holiday line up

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 8, 2015) – One way to get into the spirit of the season is to watch holiday specials, and this year Daytona State College’s WDSC TV15 has a line up of traditional

programming including an encore presentation of the popular “Our Musical Gift to the Community,” which was performed to capacity crowds at the News-Journal Center earlier this month.

Be sure to tune-in to WDSC TV15: digital TV sets and antennas - 15-1WDSC HD; Bright House Digital - 15WDSC and 1050WDSC HD; Dish Network and Direct TV - 15WDSC; Comcast - 439WDSC HD; and U-verse - 15WDSC.

Holiday line up:

Sunday, Dec. 13, 4:30 p.m.
American St. Nick
World War II exacted a heavy toll on the people of Wiltz, Luxembourg, nearly destroying the small town. Occupied by German forces for four years, the town was subject to the whims of Nazi leadership: streets were renamed, the native language was banned, religious freedoms were curtailed, and Saint Nicolas Day was outlawed. The documentary THE AMERICAN SAINT NICK chronicles a day at the height of the war when the battle-weary 28th Infantry Division of the American Army returned hope and joy to the children and people of this war-torn town. On Dec. 5, 1944, American soldiers, led by Harry Stuts, put their guns down for one day and organized a party celebrating the town’s centuries-old Saint Nick tradition. Soldiers made hot chocolate from their D-rations, company cooks made donuts and cookies for the children, and 22-year-old corporal Richard Brookins from Rochester, NY played the role of Saint Nick. An emotional and heartfelt story, THE AMERICAN SAINT NICK illustrates how American soldiers and residents of the hamlet were able to bond over a moment in time, creating a tradition that continues to this day.
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Sunday, Dec. 20, 4:30 p.m. (repeats Dec. 24 at 7 p.m.)
National Christmas Tree Lighting 
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Sunday, Dec. 20, 9 p.m. (repeats Dec. 24 at 10 p.m., Dec. 25 at 2 a.m. and 3 p.m.)
“Our Musical Gift to the Community” 
Daytona State College's entire Cultural Arts department comes together for the annual extravaganza featuring the Symphonic Band and Concert Choir, along with dance and theater students, in a performance of holiday music and many other surprises! Recorded at DSC's News-Journal Center.
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Thursday, Dec. 24, 4:30 p.m. (repeats Dec. 25 at 4:30 p.m.)
European Christmas Markets 
Visit eight enchanting medieval and castle towns in Germany, France and Switzerland and learn of the history of the town, see their Christmas markets, and celebrate the magic of the season.
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Thursday, Dec. 24, 8 p.m. (repeats Dec. 25 at 12 a.m. and 2 p.m.)
Holiday Handbells: The Raleigh Ringers 
An internationally acclaimed community handbell choir based in Raleigh, North Carolina. this special, "Holiday Handbells," runs the gamut of song selections from old yuletide favorites to Vince Guaraldi's "A Charlie Brown Christmas" score and other sounds of the season.
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Thursday, Dec. 24, 9 p.m. (repeats Dec. 25 at 1 a.m. and 11 p.m.)
Night Before Christmas Carol 
The Night Before Christmas Carol brings spectators into Charles Dickens’ study on Friday, the thirteenth of October 1843.  History, humor and the holiday come to life as Dickens reveals his writing process, uncloaking the personal inspirations for his work. Renowned scholar, author, and playwright Dr. Elliot Engel, crafts the entertaining character study, which delights holiday audiences of all ages.
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Thursday, Dec. 24, 11 p.m. (repeats Dec. 25 at 3 a.m. and 9 p.m.)
Festival Celebrations: The Crane Candlelight Concert
The Crane Chorus and the Crane Symphony Orchestra come together to present a very special Holiday concert. Featuring more than 300 carolers and musicians from the renowned Crane School of Music at the State University of New York at Potsdam, the concert includes traditional Christmas and seasonal hymns along with popular favorites.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 4 a.m.
The Holidays at Murray State 
The Murray State University Concert Choir, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Orchestra and Voices of Praise highlight this annual seasonal special, with a sojourn in sight and sound through Murray State University and the Purchase area of western Kentucky.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 5 a.m.
B. E. Taylor Christmas Concert 
Each holiday season, recording and performing artist B.E. Taylor draws loyal fans and first-time concert-goers alike to his annual Christmas tour. This one-hour concert features Taylor's modern arrangements of perennial Christmas favorites. Backed by two singers, a drummer, a keyboardist/saxophonist and several guitar players, Taylor infuses traditional songs with a contemporary feel. The set list includes: "Away in the Manger," "O' Little Town of Bethlehem," "Feel the Love of Christmas," "What Child is This?" "Light of the Stable," "Little Drummer Boy," "Hark the Herald Angels Sing," "God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman" and "Joy to the World."
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Friday, Dec. 25, 6 a.m.
Purdue 81st Anniversary Christmas Show 
The ensembles of Purdue Musical Organizations perform holiday favorites in Purdue's 81st Christmas Show in the Elliott Hall of Music in West Lafayette, Indiana.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.
St. Thomas Christmas Jubilant Light 
Join the University of St. Thomas in Saint Paul, Minnesota for a festive concert showcasing their internationally renowned vocal instrumental ensembles in performance with inspired musical programming. The one-hour holiday special celebrates the Advent and Christmas season by drawing from both the familiar traditional carols and innovative contemporary selections.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 8 a.m.
Southern Celtic Christmas Concert 
Through music, dance, poetry and song, A SOUTHERN CELTIC CHRISTMAS CONCERT celebrates the high spirits and mystical beauty of Celtic and Appalachian Christmas traditions.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 9 a.m.
Winterfest & Wassail at Chapman University
More than 150 Chapman University singers and musicians from its choirs and orchestras performed in the Holiday Wassail Concert. Stephen Coker, Angel Vasquez-Ramos, and Daniel Alfred Wachs conducted the various selections in the program.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 10 a.m.
Biscuit Brothers Holiday Special #101
The whole family will sing and laugh along with this heart-felt musical nod to traditional Christmas specials of the past. Join the Biscuit Brothers and company on Christmas Eve as they use music to celebrate on the magical, musical farm and try to cheer up Tiny Scarecrow who sits high atop Symphony Barn waiting for snow.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 10:30 a.m.
Biscuit Brothers Holiday Special #102
Hanukkah (Chanukah,) Kwanzaa, Hispanic tradition, birthdays and other holidays and celebrations are explored after Tiny Scarecrow accidentally releases all the holiday melodies from Melody Garden. This song filled special shows how a "holiday" can be a good time to learn about other cultures and traditions and a great time to share your culture and traditions with others.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 11 a.m.
Prima Princessa Presents: The Nutcracker 
Prima Princessa brings you to England's world famous Birmingham Royal Ballet performing excerpts from 'The Nutcracker' that will inspire the ballerina in you! Come join in the holiday fun with Prima Princessa as she take you to magical show filled with snow fairies, toy soldiers, tutus and more. Watch real ballet excerpts of The Nutcracker and demonstrations of ballet steps by students from The School of American Ballet. An animated fairy princess ballerina serves as your guide during the show and will encourage you to dance along.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 12 p.m.
Prima Princessa Presents: Sleeping Beauty 
Little ballerinas will be enthralled by Prima Princessa Presents Sleeping Beauty, a one-hour celebration of ballet that offers excerpts from a professional performance, dance instruction, and vignettes from a party filled with pirouetting preschoolers dressed in tutus and fairy wings.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 1 p.m.
Darla Z’s Christmas ‘round the World 
Take a musical journey around the world with captivating singer Darla Z in a holiday special filled with 16 joyful Christmas songs and footage from across the globe, showcasing different cultures of the season.
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Friday, Dec. 25, 6 p.m.
Christmas on the Danube 
Visit the magnificent cities along the River Danube in Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary and learn about the history of the locations including their Christmas markets, holiday decorations and traditions, such as the ancient tradition of Gingerbread, and the lore behind the composition of that most famous Christmas Carol, Silent Night.
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The values of public broadcasting are more important than ever in today’s world. WDSC TV15 strives to be the community’s source for extraordinary programming – the kind that respects your intelligence and your interests. Your membership and donation will help ensure that WDSC continues to provide the highest quality programs and educational services for you, your family and for future generations.

If you enjoy WDSC programming, please consider donating to keep your favorites on the air. Call 1.800.638.9238 or visit DaytonaState.edu/WDSC to donate.

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This week at Daytona State; free Dance Recital, CPT info session, and tools to quit smoking

You're invited to watch Daytona State College talented students as they perform works in modern

dance, ballet and jazz style. The College Dance Theatre will perform their "works in progress" with the final presentation to be performed in the annual spring recital, Dancescapes.
FREE ADMISSION.

Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m. - DSC's News-Journal Center.

Find out what's happening this week at DSC... 

DSC’s Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education ties for 2nd in Florida

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 4, 2015) – Daytona State College’s Bachelor of Science in

Elementary Education (K-6)/ESOL/Reading, has tied for second place in the state, notably earning top marks in placement rate, based on annual performance reviews by the Bureau of Educator Recruitment, Development & Retention, Florida Department of Education.

“This shines a light on our excellent teacher education program,” says Tom LoBasso, president of Daytona State. “It’s gratifying to achieve this ranking, which recognizes the high quality and dedication of our faculty and staff.”

“We commend our local schools and their collaborative leadership, who share in this success,” notes Vice President for Academic Affairs Amy Locklear. “We’re proud to support their mission to provide the best in K-12 education for our children.”  

The accountability system measures evidence of teacher preparation and program completers’ performance, assessed by six outcome-based performance metrics including: placement rate, retention rate, student performance on statewide assessments, student performance by subgroups, teacher evaluation results and critical teacher shortage production.

Classes for DSC’s B.S. in Elementary Education were first offered in 2009; 141 students have graduated through 2013.

Daytona State offers seven Bachelor of Science in Education degrees:
~      Elementary Education (K-6)/ Reading Endorsement /ESOL Endorsement
~      Exceptional Student Education (K-12) / Reading Endorsement /ESOL Endorsement
~      Secondary Math Education (6-12)
~      Secondary Biology Education (6-12)
~      Secondary Earth/Space Science Education (6-12)
~      Secondary Chemistry Education (6-12)
~      Secondary Physics Education (6-12)

•       All programs are fully accredited by the Florida Department of Education.
•       Students complete more than 1,000 hours in the local schools by the time they graduate.
•       DSC has ongoing communication with both Volusia County and Flagler County school districts about the program and employment opportunities.
•       DSC professors, faculty and college supervisors were locally employed in the school districts and are invaluable in their expertise in educating students as well as assisting in securing teaching positions.

For more information about Daytona State’s College of Education, visit DaytonaState.edu/Education.

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Daytona State to conduct open auditions for Smokey Joe’s Café

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 4, 2015) – The Mike Curb College of Music, Entertainment and Art at Daytona State College will conduct open auditions for Smokey Joe’s Café from 3 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 14, on the college’s Daytona Beach Campus, Goddard Performance Hall (bldg. 230), Choir Room.

The musical celebrates the golden age of rock n’ roll, boasting the longest running musical revue in Broadway history. With some of the biggest hits from the ’50s and ’60s, including Fools Fall in Love, Poison Ivy, On Broadway, Yakety Yak, I’m a Woman, Stand by Me and Love Potion #9, this electrifying music by Leiber and Stoller lit up Manhattan’s Great White Way for five years.

Auditions will be held for the following roles:

• Victor - part of the quartet, this preening bad-boy has comic overtones.
• Adrian - part of the quartet, he is slow but witty.
• Ken - part of the quartet, he’s the smoothie.
• Fred - part of the quartet, he’s the implacable bass who’s seen it all and refuses to get upset about it. 
• Michael - should be able to evoke a memory of Elvis without doing an impression or camping his way through a GREASE-inspired parody. 
• B.J. - a female character inspired by the titanic rhythm-and-blues shouter Big Mama Thornton, who recorded the original version of Hound Dog. Big Mama was a woman of size, arrogance and great good humor.
• Delee - should evoke both the innocence of the teenage girls who fell in love with Elvis, Dion, Fabian and Frankie Avalon on the Dick Clark Show, and the wild streak that all of us dreamed about such girls having. She is Brenda Lee, but sometimes she wants to be Jayne Mansfield. 
• Pattie - the throaty voice of experience; a little older-but-wiser, she anchors the more serious moments, and may even seem to come from a slightly later period (Janis Joplin, Tracy Nelson, Bonnie Raitt) than the rest of the company.
• Brenda - the combination of savvy, wit, brains and beauty born of the line of stunning rock-n’-roll divas including Ruth Brown, LaVern Baker, Tina Turner and Patti LaBelle. 

Participants should prepare a one-minute pop/rock song from the ’50s/60s, preferably music from the show, Smokey Joe’s Café. Bring comfortable clothing and be prepared to move.

Production dates for Smokey Joe’s Café: Feb. 26-28 and March 4-5. Rehearsals begin Jan. 11.

For more information about the auditions, call (386) 226-1903 or email SternS@DaytonaState.edu.

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Bart Sasnett to Lead Falcons Men’s Soccer

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 1, 2015) – Daytona State College has selected Bart Sasnett as the

inaugural soccer coach for the men’s program that will start in August 2016. Sasnett officially joined the Falcons on Dec. 1.

“We are extremely excited that Bart is joining our institution; he brings a strong coaching resume to our program,” said Director of Athletics Will Dunne. “The position drew many inquiries, and Bart stood out early in the review process.”

Sasnett recently completed his 9th season as the head coach at Darton State College in Albany, Georgia. During his tenure at Darton State, the Cavaliers men’s soccer program compiled an overall record of 123-42-4 (.727). Sasnett now has an overall record of 186-94-15 for his career.

Coach Sasnett’s teams have had plenty of highlights during his tenure. The Cavaliers were ranked in the top 10 in the NJCAA national poll throughout the past five years. From 2010-2013 the Cavaliers won a remarkable 33 straight games in GCAA Region VII play. The Cavaliers were ranked #1 in the country the entire season and have been undefeated in region play for two straight seasons going 22-0.

“We believe that Bart will come in and immediately help us establish our program, and his student-athletes will be strong contributors to our academic mission and student-success focus,” Dunne said.

Sasnett hails from Fort Walton Beach, Fla., where he attended Choctaw High School. He went on to attend Andrew College and Tennessee Weselyan College where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science and a master’s degree in Athletic Administration. Sasnett played professionally for the Knoxville Strom of the Indoor Soccer League, and he also holds NSCAA National, Advanced National and Premier coaching diplomas.

“I would like to thank President LoBasso, Will Dunne and the search committee for the chance to lead the men’s soccer program at Daytona State and become a Falcon,” Sasnett stated. “It has been a dream of mine to have the opportunity to create a program from the ground up, and I’m excited to get started.”

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#Soccer

www.DaytonaState.edu/Soccer 

This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, WISE, CPT info session, Enrollment Day and Downton Abbey preview event

With the new year approaching, it's time to jump-start plans for the future and explore paths to fresh opportunities through Daytona State College.

Enrollment Day
Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Daytona Beach Campus, Wetherell Center (Bldg. 100)
1200 W. Int'l. Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

Take advantage of the one-stop event to complete everything from admission to registration and have a chance to win a $350 scholarship from the Daytona State Foundation. Classes start January 19, 2016.  Find out what's happening this week at DSC... 

#GivingTuesday offers day for philanthropy, Dec. 1

Daytona State welcomes support for students with #GivingDSCday 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 25, 2015) – The holidays proclaim a joy of giving to family and friends – from a day to give thanks (and to feast) to ‘getting deals’ through Black Friday, Small

Business Saturday and CyberMonday. Now, #GivingTuesday offers a global day dedicated to giving back. On Tuesday, Dec. 1, charities, businesses, donors, public institutions and students around the world celebrate generosity and a time to give.

Daytona State College joins in the spirit with its own #GivingDSCday on Dec. 1, inviting one and all to support students in need through gifts of any amount. “We appreciate how busy people can be during the season, and are always thrilled that so many remember to donate to scholarships – or start a named fund – as the year comes to a close,” says DSC Foundation Executive Director Kay Burniston.

In addition, consumers who shop online thru Amazon.com can choose Daytona State College Foundation (DSCF) as their charity of choice and a portion of all sales will be donated back to DSCF. It’s simple. Visit Smile.Amazon.com (same user name and password as used with Amazon.com), choose Daytona State College Foundation and your purchases can bring a percentage back to DSCF.  
To discover other ways to contribute to DSC’s educational mission, visit the Foundation’s website or call (386) 506-3110. Donations also can be made online at Donate.DaytonaState.edu/donate.

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Certified Production Technician course offered at DSC’s New Smyrna Beach Campus & ATC

Information sessions set for Dec. 1 and 9; classes start in January

NEW SMYRNA BEACH-EDGEWATER, Fla. (Nov. 24, 2015) – To meet the increasing demand for
well-qualified candidates to enter the manufacturing industry in Volusia and Flagler counties, Daytona State College is offering a Certified Production Technician (CPT) course in January at both the New Smyrna Beach-Edgewater Campus and the Advanced Technology College.

Anyone interested in fast-tracking to a manufacturing career can learn more during two information sessions for the CPT course as part of the Florida TRADE Manufacturing Program presented by DSC’s Center for Business and Industry, part of the College of Workforce and Continuing Education.

The first session will be held Tuesday, Dec. 1, at 5:30 p.m. at DSC’s Advanced Technology College, 1770 Technology Blvd. (off Williamson, approximately one mile from the intersection of LPGA/Williamson). The second session, on Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 5:30 p.m. will be held at DSC’s New Smyrna Beach-Edgewater Campus, 940 10th St., New Smyrna Beach.

The CPT course starts Jan. 11 at the New Smyrna Beach-Edgewater Campus and Jan. 12 at the Advanced Technology College. In cooperation with the Florida TRADE Program, this 80-contact-hour course focuses on the core skills and knowledge needed by production workers.

The course also prepares participants to take the four Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Certified Production Technician (CPT) certification examinations. Each participant receives a printed and bound workbook for five subjects - Workplace Essentials, Safety Awareness, Production and Processes, Maintenance Awareness and Quality.

The Florida TRADE program courses are part of three potential career pathways, Machining: Operator, Welding, and the Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) pathway.

The program's staff and instructors will provide information and answer questions during the information sessions.

For more information, call Frank Mercer, director, Center for Business and Industry, (386) 506-4461 or Joanne Parker, (386) 506-4224.

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L. Gale Lemerand receives national Benefactor Award for support of DSC

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 23, 2015) – Well-known businessman L. Gale Lemerand has

received a Council for Resource Development 2015 Benefactor Award for his meaningful and generous support of Daytona State College. Nominated by DSC President Tom LoBasso and DSC Foundation Executive Director Kay Burniston, the self-made entrepreneur was honored with the award during the 49th annual CRD convention held Oct. 28-30 in Washington, D.C.

The CRD, a national advocacy organization, recognizes individuals, foundations or businesses/corporations for outstanding contributions to community colleges. Dedicated to education, Mr. Lemerand has given over $30 million to colleges, including over $1 million to Daytona State.

“Gale Lemerand was a natural for this award, with his years of support and contributions to our college,” said President LoBasso. “He values Daytona State College’s mission and our service to students from all walks of life. We are very grateful for his generosity and interest in our programs, including our business classes and his Entrepreneurial Speaker Series.”

A military veteran who served in the Korean War, Lemerand began his career in sales occupations, realizing a love for business. He began his own business at the age of 40, becoming extremely successful as an entrepreneur. At 81, he has not slowed down. He continues to invest in businesses and gives to many community organizations. In 1996, Florida’s governor appointed him to the District Board of Trustees for, then, Daytona Beach Community College, where he served as chair and member for over eight years. During that time, he gave his first gift to the college of more than $600,000. Since then he has donated funds to support an entrepreneur series, where students and community members hear from diverse, successful people about how dreams become reality.

“Gale exemplifies the ideal philanthropist, a generous person with a kind soul finding ways to give others an opportunity to succeed,” said DSC’s Burniston. “We’re delighted the CRD chose him for this national honor.”

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Caption: Left to right, DSC President Tom LoBasso, Benefactor Award winner L. Gale Lemerand and CRD President/CEO Leah Goss

Issue #300 - This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, college closed 11/26-27 for Thanksgiving Holiday

The Spring 2016 donor scholarship application is available through Dec. 1, 2015. Types of

scholarships range from teacher education to general studies to interactive media.

DSC students have access to a variety of donor scholarships, which accounted for almost $1 million awarded to nearly 1,000 students in 2014. Students can apply online at www.DaytonaState.edu/scholarships.

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Enrollment SaturDay – fast track to fresh opportunities

One-stop sessions from application to registration; classes start Jan. 19

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 17, 2015) - With the new year approaching, it’s time to jump-start

plans for the future and explore paths to fresh opportunities through Daytona State College. DSC’s offerings range from two- and four-year degrees to skilled trades certificates – including the new Building Trades & Construction program.

To get started, DSC offers two easy-access no-cost sessions – Enrollment SaturDays – on Dec. 5 and Jan. 9.

Plus, DSC cut tuition this spring by 2 percent, adding to an affordable, topnotch education. Classes start Jan. 19, 2016.

Students can take advantage of the one-stop events to complete everything from admission to registration and have a chance to win a $350 scholarship (Dec. 5 only) from the Daytona State Foundation.

How it works: Students start by completing a Daytona State application (apply online or download the application from DaytonaState.edu), then meet with an Admissions Advisor and Financial Aid Counselor, take an assessment test (if applicable), meet with an Academic Advisor, and then lock in their schedule.

Enrollment SaturDay events schedule:

Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Daytona Beach Campus
Wetherell Center (Bldg. 100)
1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Daytona Beach Campus
Wetherell Center (Bldg. 100)
1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach

The Daytona State Financial Aid Office will be open to assist with college education financing and will provide assistance to complete the financial aid applications (FAFSA).

Academic Advisors will also be available to talk about unique academic programs such as Honors College and Learning Communities which includes Linked Classes and Daytona State’s award-winning QUANTA program.

The Dec. 5 Enrollment Day event will culminate with a free drawing for a $350 scholarship presented by the Daytona State Foundation - only students registering for classes at the event will be eligible for this drawing.

Daytona State offers programs that link to today’s jobs and careers in the region and the state. Featuring numerous certificates leading to two-year associate of science degrees, the Career Pathway Research Guide is designed to assist with finding the pathway that matches career interests and goals.

Each pathway has an associated bachelor’s degree in industries such as business, education, engineering technology, information technology and healthcare; many using instructional methods that include in-class, online and a combination of both. Online is a huge success at DSC – Daytona State boasts three-years running among the Top 10 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs in the nation, and in 2015 ranked No. 2 for Best Online Bachelor’s for Veterans in the country.

•      The Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management (BAS) degree is designed for students who already have an associate degree, many of whom are working in their field and looking for advancement. Students in the BAS program will learn the essential components of supervision and management, including the skills needed to assume more responsibility in their career. Salaries range from approximately $46,000 to $100,000 (U.S. Dept. of Labor).

•      The Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (BSET) degree is available as a standalone degree or with a concentration in Electrical Engineering. This degree is designed for students who already have an associate degree. Graduates are prepared to practice engineering in the areas of product improvement, manufacturing and engineering operational functions. Salaries range from approximately $51,000 to $78,000 (U.S. Dept. of Labor).

•      The Bachelor of Science in Education (BSED) degree is designed for students who already have an Associate of Arts degree and want to teach in the K-12 system. Daytona State offers bachelor’s degrees in seven education fields: Elementary Education, Exceptional Student Education, Secondary Biology Education, Secondary Mathematics Education, Secondary Earth/Space Science Education, Secondary Chemistry Education and Secondary Physics Education. Salaries range from approximately $34,000 to $53,000 (U.S. Dept. of Labor).

•      The Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) degree is designed for students who already have an Associate degree. Degrees in Computer Information Technology, Computer Programming and Analysis (Software Engineering Technology), Internet Services Technology or Network Systems Technology provide a seamless transition into this new program, offered online and at Daytona State’s Advanced Technology College. The U.S. Department of Labor estimates IT-related job growth to expand by more than 50 percent through 2018, with salaries for experienced BS graduates averaging in the $70,000 range.

•      The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree offers a traditional face-to-face method requiring 48 credit hours, building upon the 72 credit hours which were already earned in the associate degree in Nursing program. By choosing the Daytona State BSN program, students save over 30 percent on the cost of tuition compared to the most price-competitive area BSN programs.

For more information about the Enrollment SaturDay events, e-mail Admissions@DaytonaState.edu or call (386) 506-4471.

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Brittany Jones to lead Falcons Women’s Soccer program

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2015) – Daytona State College announces its inaugural soccer coach, Brittany Jones, who officially joined the Falcons and began her duties on Nov. 2. The

college’s soccer program begins in August 2016.

“We are extremely excited that Brittany has joined our institution; she has solid experience and leadership skills that will help kick-start our soccer program,” Director of Athletics Will Dunne said. “We had a lot of interest in the position, and Brittany quickly rose to the top of the list as a great fit.”

Jones recently completed her fourth season at the helm of the Florida Southern program in Lakeland. Florida Southern College is a NCAA Division II member that competes in the Sunshine State Conference.

One of Jones' biggest successes at Florida Southern was her team’s performance in the classroom – the program was ranked in the Top 20 the past three years in the NCAA Division II Team Academic Award, including finishing fourth in the country last season with a team cumulative grade-point average of 3.57 (out of 4.0).

“Academics are such an important aspect of our Intercollegiate Athletic program, and we’re confident that Brittany will help this new team maintain that critically important focus as we move forward,” Dunne said.

Jones is a local product from Central Florida, where she attended high school in the Orlando area and played college level at Stetson University. She also began her coaching career at Stetson as an assistant coach prior to Florida Southern.

“I want to thank Dr. Tom LoBasso, president, and Will Dunne for the opportunity to lead the women’s soccer program at Daytona State,” Jones stated. “I believe DSC provides a fantastic value to all they serve, and I look forward to sharing that value with the soccer community. It’s exciting to be able to start the program and have such a large impact on the direction of the athletic department and institution as a whole.”

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This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, WISE, Holiday Bazaar, Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series and The Dining Room

The Dining Room is a brilliantly conceived and richly humorous theatrical tour de force (and Off-

Broadway success) in which the performers portray a wide array of diverse characters. The action is comprised of a mosaic of interrelated scenes-some funny, some touching, some rueful. Nov. 19, 20 & 21, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 21 & 22, 2:30 p.m. at DSC's News-Journal Center.

Free to Daytona State College and Volusia and Flagler county students, all others $8 per person or $15 for two. More>>>

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Daytona State Foundation prompts students to apply for scholarships by Dec. 1

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 11, 2015) – With spring classes starting Jan. 19, many students will

rely on federal financial aid funding to meet educational expenses. However, scholarships can provide critical funding – in some cases making the difference in whether or not a student can pursue a college education.

At Daytona State College, students have access to a variety of donor scholarships, which accounted for almost $1 million awarded to nearly 1,000 students in 2014. Students can apply online at www.DaytonaState.edu/scholarships.

The Spring 2016 donor scholarship application is available through Dec. 1, 2015. Types of scholarships range from teacher education to general studies to interactive media.

• Students will be matched with as many scholarships as possible, per criteria and eligibility. However, students may receive only one DSC Foundation scholarship per semester. 
• Scholarship recipients must meet all scholarship requirements in order to redeem the scholarship award.  
• Scholarship applicants must have a minimum cumulative 2.0 (out of a possible 4.0) grade point average (GPA), unless a higher GPA requirement is stated in the scholarship description.
• Scholarship may not be transferred to another semester.
• High school graduates and first-semester college students must have a high school transcript on file at Daytona State.
• Multi-semester awards must be used in continuous semesters (excluding summer). 
• Applications will not be accepted after the posted application submission deadline for any semester. 
• All official communication with students who apply for scholarships online will be thru FalconMail.

Financial aid specialists and counselors are available to assist students Monday through Friday with extended hours on most campuses at least one day per week. For more information, visit Financial Aid Services online at www.DaytonaState.edu/finaid.

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Tickets for popular holiday concert available for pick-up, starting Nov. 11

FREE admission; tickets required – limited quantities

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 9, 2015) – Starting Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 11:30 a.m., tickets to

the ever popular “Our Musical Gift to the Community” will be available for pick-up at the Box Office at Daytona State College’s News- Journal Center, 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach.

Featuring the Daytona State College Symphonic Band and Concert Choir, along with dance and theater students, “Our Musical Gift to the Community” is an annual extravaganza including holiday music and many other surprises. Capacity crowds are expected for the concerts scheduled for Dec. 2 and 3 at 7:30 p.m. in the Davidson Theater.

Admission is free; however, tickets are required; availability and quantity limits per person. For more information call the Box Office, (386) 226-1927.

Also in December:

Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m.
Daytona State College Flute Choir [addition to posted schedule]
Directed by Paige Dashner Long, the Daytona State College Flute Choir will present light classical and holiday music performed by an ensemble of multiple flutes, including concert flute, alto flute, bass flute and contrabass flute.
FREE ADMISSION
DSC News-Journal Center, Grand Lobby
221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach
For more information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.
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Dec. 8, 7:30 p.m.
Fall Dance Recital
We invite you to watch Daytona State’s talented students as they perform works in modern dance, ballet and jazz styles. The College Dance Theatre will perform their “works in progress,” with the final presentation to be performed in the annual spring recital, Dancescapes.
FREE ADMISSION.
DSC News-Journal Center, Davidson Theater
221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach
For more information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.
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Dec. 7, 8, 9 & 10, 6:30 p.m.
Yuletide Feast
Join the lords and ladies of the Royal Court for an evening of feasting, singing and merriment as Daytona State college celebrates the holiday season. The singing, dancing and dialogue are accompanied by the Halifax Consort’s Early Music Ensemble and the Daytona State College Brass Ensemble while patrons dine on a scrumptious feast. Always a sellout! Tickets are $40 per person.
Daytona Beach Campus, Goddard Performance Theater
1200 W. International Speedway Blvd., Daytona Beach
Tickets are available at the college’s News-Journal Center Box Office at 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach. Box Office Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (386) 226-1927; online ticketing available at www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.
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Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m.
Music Production Rocks!
This performance comes as the culmination of a semester-long course in the contemporary performance aspects of modern rock, pop, blues and country music. The groups will perform a variety of selections that are representative of successful touring bands.
FREE ADMISSION
DSC News-Journal Center, Davidson Theater
For more information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.
Group rates are available when purchasing 10 or more tickets for any performance (some restrictions apply). For additional information, contact the DSC News-Journal Center Box Office, (386) 226-1927.

The performing arts programs at Daytona State prepare students for futures in music, drama and dance, while also providing entertainment opportunities for the community through a variety of events produced each semester. Proceeds from tickets are used to support the Performing Arts Scholarship program at Daytona State. For more information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts.

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This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, WISE, Veterans Day, Entrepreneurial Speaker, and Jazz Concert

Brant Menswar, entrepreneur and front man for the band Big Kettle Drum, will be the featured

speaker on Thursday, Nov. 12, during an L. Gale Lemerand Entrepreneurial Speaker Series event hosted by the Small Business Development Center at DSC.

The event, free and open to the public, kicks off at 9:30 a.m. in the Mori Hosseini Center on the college's Daytona Beach Campus, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. More>>>

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Daytona State honors veterans on Nov. 11

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 3, 2015) – Daytona State College will salute service members past

and present with a Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans Day commemoration, featuring a color guard, keynote speaker and Rolling Thunder.

Organized by the college’s Student Government Association, the noon event will be held in the student landing on the Daytona Beach Campus, 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. The event is free and open to the public, and welcomes current and former service members interested in how Daytona State helps its more than 1,300 military veterans transition into college life.

The Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Color Guard opens the ceremony, followed by keynote speaker Brig. Gen. William Feyk, retired.

In addition, the Ormond Beach chapter of Rolling Thunder will participate in the event along with various other organizations.

Earlier in the day, the DSC Alumni and Friends Association and Deltona Rotaract Club will honor veterans during a brief ceremony starting at 8:15 a.m. on the Deltona Campus, 2351 Providence Blvd., and DSC’s Co-Curricular Activities will mark the day with a ceremony at 11 a.m. in the courtyard of the DeLand Campus, 1155 County Road 4139.

A special offering timed for Veterans Day airs at 9 p.m. on WDSC-TV – the new documentary, Wings of Victory - Keeping our Warbirds Flying. The production takes a look inside American Aero Services – a New Smyrna Beach company that restores warbirds, and introduces some of the dedicated men who flew them in battle. The public television station also offers sneak premiers at 6 p.m. on Nov. 7 and 8. Preview: https://youtu.be/8N6xJ4OpMwI.

In May, U.S. News and World Report's listing of America's Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Military Veterans ranked Daytona State No. 2 among over 700 colleges and universities across the nation. Adding to DSC’s noted value to service members, the college in 2014 joined an elite list of colleges and universities designated as Military Friendly Schools by the veteran-owned company Victory Media, which recognizes higher education institutions that are doing the most to embrace America's service members and veterans as students.

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This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, WISE, Open House, free jazz concert, basketball and SHORE

Last chance for future students to enter a $500 scholarship drawing; the final Open House event will be held on DSC's Deltona Campus , Tuesday, Nov. 3, 5-7 p.m.

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In-demand Building Trades program launches at Daytona State

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 28, 2015) – Managers of booming regional construction projects are Building Trades and Construction Design Technology program. Registration is open now for classes starting Jan. 19 at DSC’s Advanced Technology College.

clamoring for trained workers with entry level building skills. To address the need, Daytona State College has launched the

“Our industry is seeing such exciting growth,” says Sandy Bishop, executive director of the Volusia Building Industry Association. “If you enjoy hands-on work and seeing a building rise, you should get started in DSC’s new program. This is an excellent opportunity to work on all different types of building projects, doing what you enjoy, with the potential for good earnings and advancement.”

The one-year (two semester) certificate program will prepare graduates to be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the construction industry and related occupations including OSHSA safety practices, selection and use of   basic hand and power tools, and understanding of construction-related documents.
• Apply rough and finish carpentry, masonry, electrical, plumbing and air-conditioning skills.
• Develop employability and entrepreneurship skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to plan and implement projects within the construction field.

Students who complete this program will qualify for jobs such as construction workers, carpenter helpers, carpenters, plumbers and electrician helpers. Starting wages in Florida begin at $21,400 and range up to $59,200 annually. Advancement opportunities with further education include building-site supervision and project management.

The one-year program is open to high school, college-level and adult students, particularly those interested in construction-industry career pathways. A fee waiver may be available to eligible students.

Bishop notes the latest regional economic report lists building trades among the fastest growing job tracks in the state. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity has forecast 34 percent growth in building-trades jobs by 2022.

For more information on the new Building Trades and Construction Design Technology program, contact Roger Rowan, workforce programs chair, (386) 506-4171 or RowanR@DaytonaState.edu.

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Documentary: Wings of Victory - Keeping our Warbirds Flying airs on Veterans Day at Daytona State

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 28, 2015) – As World War II veterans dwindle in number and

preservationists work to capture their experiences, Daytona State College’s public television station has created a documentary on restoring the planes they flew.

Wings of Victory - Keeping our Warbirds Flying, produced by WDSC-TV staff, takes a look inside American Aero Services – a New Smyrna Beach company that restores these relics, and introduces some of the dedicated men who flew them in battle.

World War II was the biggest conflict the world has known, with U.S. aircraft and their brave crews playing a pivotal role in the allied victory. Of the tens of thousands of military aircraft produced during the war, only a handful of “warbirds” remain flying today.

The documentary showcases restoration of a P-51 Mustang and a ride-along with the Collings Foundation crew in the iconic “Nine-O-Nine” B-17 and the B-24 Liberator “Witchcraft,” as they took to the skies for their 2015 nationwide tour.

After 70 years, these warbirds need modern engineering and the skills of dedicated aircraft-restoration specialists to keep them in the air. Students in Daytona State’s School of Engineering Technology will benefit from the documentary, with segments chosen to enhance online course content.

The WDSC-TV production airs on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at 9 p.m. with sneak premiers at 6 p.m. on Nov. 7 and 8. Preview: https://youtu.be/8N6xJ4OpMwI.

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DSC students, alumni donate inspiring photo exhibit to Vince Carter Sanctuary

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 27, 2015) - When the Vince Carter Sanctuary in Bunnell hosts its

fall reception on Tuesday, Nov. 10, invited guests and supporters will be treated to one of the more sublime tools used to help sanctuary clients in crisis and recovery, thanks to Daytona State College’s Southeast Center for Photographic Studies.

Photo students, faculty and alumni have donated 37 images to the sanctuary. They include sweeping landscapes, children at play and other superlative vignettes of life, love and nature.

The images will be displayed as part of a permanent exhibit, called Positive Exposure, at the treatment and rehab facility located at 301 Justice Lane in Bunnell.

“There is much research available regarding the power of photography in terms of healing and inspiration,” said Dan Biferie, who chairs DSC’s photography program. “We wanted to create an exhibit for the clients at Vince Carter that is inspirational, uplifting and healing. We hope this permanent display will be the beginning of many opportunities to work with the sanctuary.”

Biferie put out a call to photography program students and alumni after being approached about the project by local businesswoman Jill Simpkins, who serves on the boards of Stewart-Marchman-Act, the Volusia County Medical Alliance and Daytona State’s Center for Women and Men. “We put the call out and gave them the spirit behind the exhibit,” Biferie said, “and what they turned out is a beautiful, eclectic display of images depicting life and nature at its finest. We are very proud of our students and alumni, and we hope their work will have a meaningful influence on sanctuary clients.”

The Vince Carter Sanctuary is home to Flagler County’s Crisis Triage and Treatment Unit, which serves people referred by law enforcement who are experiencing behavioral health issues, and Project WARM, a long-term residential treatment program for women who are pregnant, post-partum or parenting young children.

The Southeast Center for Photographic Studies is a partnership between the photography programs at Daytona State College and the University of Central Florida, as well as Daytona State’s acclaimed Southeast Museum of Photography.

The Nov. 10 reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. To learn more about the Vince Carter Sanctuary, call (386) 254-1136. For details about the exhibit or the Daytona State photography program, call Biferie at (386) 506-3581.

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Annie Sellick & Hot Club of Nashville perform at DSC Nov. 3

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 26, 2015) – Making a return appearance at Daytona State College’s News-Journal Center, Annie Sellick will be joined by the Hot Club of Nashville for an evening of

free hot jazz, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, at 7:30 p.m.

Annie Sellick and the Hot Club of Nashville, initially inspired by the Hot Club genre (Django-Reinhardt gypsy-swing), bring fiery guitar and violin soloing on repertoire from the 1930s and 40s such as Honeysuckle Rose and Sweet Georgia Brown...and to top it off, perky storyteller and hard-swinging singer Annie.

Nashville-native vocalist Annie Sellick was voted Best Jazz Artist by readers of the Nashville Scene five years in a row, and has since toured all over the world and performed and/or recorded with many of her musical heroes including Mark O'Connor's Hot Swing, Tommy Emmanuel and jazz organ royalty Joey DeFrancesco.

DSC Music Production Technology professor Jake Niceley says, “Students in the Music Production Technology program will provide the live sound reinforcement, live recording and all stagehand work for the concert. A camera crew from WDSC-TV 15 will video tape the performance, edit the video and soundtrack development, with post-production students preparing the audio for broadcast release on WDSC. It’s going to be a fantastic show!”

Admission is free. The News-Journal Center is located at 221 N. Beach Street, Daytona Beach. For more information, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/TheArts or call (386) 226-1927.

The Music Production Technology program at DSC offers one of the most unique educational facilities in the state of Florida. Two of the finest performance venues in Daytona Beach are digitally linked to a state-of-the-art recording studio offering cutting edge technology in surround-sound recording and mixing. Courses include: Survey of Recording Technology, Sound Reinforcement, Sound Reinforcement II, Audio Engineering, Studio Maintenance, Survey of Music Business, Studio Production, Post Production Sound, Soundtrack Development, Acoustics & Psychoacoustics, Live Recording Techniques, Public Relations and Marketing for Music, Music Publishing, Copyright Law and Intellectual Property, Introduction to Songwriting, Artist Management and Concert Production and Event Management.

The Audio/Recording Technology certificate program prepare students for initial employment as a sound technician or recording technician and can be completed in less than one year; credits are transferable to the associate of science degree program. Average starting salaries range from $27,000 to $39,870.

The Music Production Technology associate of science degree program provides a solid foundation in the skills necessary for students seeking careers in music recording, sound reinforcement, music production, sound equipment installation and maintenance; credits are transferable to the Bachelor’s of Applied Science in Supervision and Management. Average starting salaries range from $35,000 to $40,000, and $46,000 to $58,000 with a bachelor’s degree.

For more information about the Music Production Technology programs at DSC, visit DaytonaState.edu/thearts/musicproductiontechnology.html or call (386) 226-1914.

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DSC Foundation offering book scholarship for veterans

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 26, 1015) - The Daytona State College Foundation has established a scholarship fund for eligible student veterans seeking to defray the cost of their textbooks.

Effective spring semester, which begins in January 2016, the Yellow Ribbon Book Scholarship will award a $100 subsidy to up to 25 veterans pursuing degrees or certificates at Daytona State.

“There are times when Post 911 GI Bill and other benefit resources are not quite enough to carry a veteran through to completion,” said Foundation Executive Director Kay Burniston, “ and this scholarship provides another stepping stone that can help them move forward.”

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must have been honorably discharged from military service. They also must have exhausted all their veterans educational benefits or be ineligible for benefits that provide a stipend for books (Chapter 30 and Chapter 1606). Applicants also must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average.

The scholarship application period for Spring 2016 Semester is Oct. 1 through Dec. 1. The application can be found at www.daytonastate.edu/scholarships. Completed applications will match students with all scholarships for which they may be eligible.

More than 1,300 veterans were enrolled at Daytona State last year. In May, U.S. News and World Report’s listing of America’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Military Veterans ranked Daytona State No. 2 among over 700 colleges and universities across the nation.

Adding to the DSC appeal, the college in 2014 joined an elite list of colleges and universities designated as Military Friendly Schools by the veteran-owned company Victory Media, which recognizes colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America’s service members and veterans as students.

Victory Media calls its list America’s most stringent and transparent inventory of schools catering to veterans, grading the institutions on nine criteria, including military support on campus, academic credibility and the portion of military students enrolled. Those criteria are assessed through a survey the company makes available to all of the nation’s 12,000 VA-approved colleges, of which 15 to 20 percent earn the military friendly designation.

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This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, WISE, Open House, end of DST and Symphony Orchestra

Future students can enter a $500 scholarship drawing; the series of Open House events continue this week on DSC's Flagler/Palm Coast Campus , Tuesday, Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m., followed by one on the Daytona Beach Campus, Thursday, Oct. 29, 5-7 p.m.  More>>>

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Daytona State announces new head of arts and sciences

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 22, 2015) - Dr. Alycia Ehlert has joined Daytona State College as its new associate vice president of arts and sciences, replacing Susan Pate, who recently retired after 35

years serving the college and its students.

Ehlert will oversee the day-to-day operations of programs leading to the associate of arts transfer degree, as well as programs in studio arts and performing arts, and associate of science degrees in human services, environmental science technology, music production and photography.

Ehlert comes to Daytona State from Tennessee, where she was dean of humanities at Volunteer State Community College, part of the Tennessee Board of Regents System, with a student enrollment of about 8,000. Prior to that, she served as interim dean of humanities and assistant professor of communication at Darton State College, part of the University System of Georgia.

At Western Michigan University, she earned her bachelor’s degree in organizational communication and psychology and a master’s in organizational communication. She also holds a doctor of education degree in higher education from the University of Georgia.

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This week at Daytona State; STEMinar, WISE, Open House, Job Fair, Murder at Cafe Noir

Future students can enter a $500 scholarship drawing; the series of Open House events kicks-off this

week on DSC's DeLand Campus , Tuesday, Oct. 20, 5-7 p.m., followed by one on the New Smyrna Beach-Edgewater Campus, Thursday, Oct. 22, 5-7 p.m.

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Daytona State adds evening courses in auto body and collision repair

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 12, 2015) - Car buffs looking to break into the auto collision repair industry can now get their training during evening classes at Daytona State College beginning in

January 2016.

The new night courses leading to a vocational certificate in Auto Body and Collision Repair will be offered at Daytona State’s Advanced Technology College (ATC) off Williamson Blvd. in Daytona Beach.

“Through our advisory committee network, graduates are being placed at dealerships and independent repair facilities from New Smyrna Beach to DeLand and Bunnell,” said program manager Gene Deyo. “For anyone interested in cars and trucks, the collision repair industry offers an excellent opportunity to work with your hands on all different types of vehicles, doing what you love, with the potential for very good earnings.”

The one-year program is open to high school, college-level and adult students, particularly those interested in preparing for I-CAR and ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification tests, including the ASE B2 exam (painting and refinishing), which is included with tuition and can be taken on site at the ATC.

Students will receive hands-on training in areas that include unibody and frame damage analysis, refinishing, collision repair, welding repair, metal straightening and body filling, modern painting processes and more.

The program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Financial aid and scholarships are available.

Deyo said 90 percent of program graduates land jobs with local dealerships and independent repair facilities. Nationally, average wages for collision repair experts range from $26,000 annually for entry-level workers to $70,000 and higher for those with experience.

“Our Advisory Committee members report paying wages of $75,000 to $100,000 for topnotch painters and body repair technicians,” said Deyo. At the same time, there’s a lack of trained technicians – a worsening trend as boomers in the trade retire, he adds.

For more information, contact Deyo at (386) 506-4169 or DeyoE@DaytonaState.edu.

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Oct. 15 Bernier Show at DSC looks at: academics partnering with industry, research to help the lagoon, students stepping up for civic duty

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 12, 2015) – It takes a village to build multi-faceted economic

development – not to mention stepping up civic duty to foster regional pride and high quality of life. Such topics with DSC faculty and students will open discussion during the Thursday, Oct. 15, Marc Bernier Show airing live, 3-5 p.m. from Daytona State College’s News-Journal Center in Daytona Beach.

WNDB 93.5FM/1150 AM’s special series of Bernier’s show hosted by DSC focuses on community topics of interest, news, wide-ranging guests and call-in time for listeners.

In the 3-4 hour, top DSC STEM and allied health professors will discuss hot jobs and industries, noting internships that ‘work’ for study and connections. From chemistry to medical assisting to engineering – clinical, real-world experience is critical. Students will add to the conversation with on-the-job experiences.
•       Tamara Mottler, assistant chair, School of Health Careers
•       Dr. Yohani Kayinamura, prof, School of Biology/Physical Sciences
•       Dr. Alireza Rahroo, assistant chair, School of Engineering Technology

Also in that hour, DSC coaches and students will be on hand to share their community outreach work – part of their life as student-athletes at DSC.

At 4:15, DSC art professor Kandy Lopez, an accomplished painter, will explain a public service mural underway at Daytona Beach Police Dept. with two DSC art students. The 4:30-5 slot will feature DSC’s Institute for Marine & Environmental Science director Dr. Debra Woodall and students whose research to benefit the Indian River Lagoon will highlight a special symposium called SHORE on Nov. 6.

In addition to news of the day, Bernier’s next segment features “The Money All-Stars,” Joe Derosa and Duke Seegers, talking about the week’s stock market ebb and flow.

All are welcome to attend or call in. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. to the Elaine & Thurman Gillespy, Jr. Theatre.

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