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Friday, May 29, 2015
June calendar of events at DSC
DSC earns grant for study abroad programs
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 29, 2015) – To help defray costs for students in study abroad programs, Daytona State College has received a national matching grant from the non-profit Institute of International Education (IIE) for $7,500.
The college is a partner in the Institute’s Generation Study Abroad initiative, whose goal is to double the number of U.S. students studying abroad by the end of the decade. Daytona State was among the first colleges to join the initiative when it was launched in March 2014.
“The college administration recognizes the importance of infusing international education into the curriculum as a way to help our students succeed in today’s intercultural workforce and global marketplace,” said John Brady, assistant director of DSC’s Office of Global Education & Affairs. “We appreciate this commitment, as well as IIE’s support in giving more DSC students the opportunity to participate in the college’s study abroad initiatives.”
Scores of DSC students have traveled abroad over the years while earning academic credit. They’ve explored medieval Rome, studied history at the University of Cambridge in England and art in Paris, to name just a few. Others have participated in service learning projects in Haiti, working with teachers and students at schools in rural, impoverished areas.
With matching funds committed by Daytona State, the $15,000 total will benefit at least six students traveling abroad on college-sanctioned study trips during the 2015-2016 academic year. Trips scheduled or being planned include Haiti, England, Scotland, Ireland, Italy and Nicaragua, Brady said.
Founded in 1919, the IIE is one of the world’s largest international education organizations. The organization cites research that shows students who study abroad have better grades, experience less attrition and graduate from college at higher rates than students who do not study abroad. It also notes that study abroad is one of the best ways students can acquire global skills and open up personal and professional opportunities. IIE notes that nearly 300,000 U.S. students study abroad each year.
For more information, visit DSC’s Office of Global Education & Affairs.
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“The college administration recognizes the importance of infusing international education into the curriculum as a way to help our students succeed in today’s intercultural workforce and global marketplace,” said John Brady, assistant director of DSC’s Office of Global Education & Affairs. “We appreciate this commitment, as well as IIE’s support in giving more DSC students the opportunity to participate in the college’s study abroad initiatives.”
Scores of DSC students have traveled abroad over the years while earning academic credit. They’ve explored medieval Rome, studied history at the University of Cambridge in England and art in Paris, to name just a few. Others have participated in service learning projects in Haiti, working with teachers and students at schools in rural, impoverished areas.
With matching funds committed by Daytona State, the $15,000 total will benefit at least six students traveling abroad on college-sanctioned study trips during the 2015-2016 academic year. Trips scheduled or being planned include Haiti, England, Scotland, Ireland, Italy and Nicaragua, Brady said.
Founded in 1919, the IIE is one of the world’s largest international education organizations. The organization cites research that shows students who study abroad have better grades, experience less attrition and graduate from college at higher rates than students who do not study abroad. It also notes that study abroad is one of the best ways students can acquire global skills and open up personal and professional opportunities. IIE notes that nearly 300,000 U.S. students study abroad each year.
For more information, visit DSC’s Office of Global Education & Affairs.
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Tuesday, May 26, 2015
This week at DSC; 1-million cups, summer concert at FPC and CD release party
The magazine's listing of America's Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Military Veterans released this week ranked Daytona State No. 2 among over 700 colleges and universities across the nation.
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Thursday, May 21, 2015
Daytona State’s 3rd annual summer Cyber Camp seeks teen applicants
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 21, 2015) - A virtual world of fun, learning and interactive Advanced Technology College, 1770 Technology Blvd. in Daytona Beach.
challenges will be in store for a select group of students entering grades 9-12 when Daytona State College hosts its third annual Cyber Camp July 13-16 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the
This free camp is made possible through the Advanced Cyberforensics Education Consortium (ACE) for which Daytona State is the lead institution among nearly a dozen southeastern colleges and universities and the Central Florida Cyber Alliance.
The camp will focus on teaching beginner and intermediate computer security techniques, including digital forensics, browser security, malware handling, virtualization and more. It is a perfect introduction for students interested in pursuing careers in cyber security and cyber forensics.
The consortium’s goal is to advance cyber-forensic education in the southeastern United States and is funded by a four-year National Science Foundation grant of over $1.8 million. In addition to working with k-12 schools to implement programs in cyber security and digital forensics, the consortium also works to train faculty, create and distribute comprehensive course materials and serve as a catalyst for workforce development.
In fall 2014, Daytona State began offering an advanced technical certificate in the growing fields of cyber forensics and cyber security, building on its slate of high-tech courses leading to certificates, associate and bachelor’s degrees. Relatedly, DSC ranks among the Top 10 in the nation for best online bachelor’s programs, three years running, and – just announced – is No. 2 in 2015 among America's Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Military Veterans, by U.S. News & World Report.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for cyber-security professionals will increase by 37 percent over the next eight years, with median pay for experienced professionals averaging near $86,000 annually. Cyber-security jobs are found in business, industry, military, law enforcement, government, academia and the intelligence community.
Participation in the summer camp is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are required and must be submitted no later than June 26 along with completion of the summer camp survey for group placement determination. For details on how to apply, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/ace/cybercamp.html or contact CoppaE@DaytonaState.edu; (386) 506-4163.
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This free camp is made possible through the Advanced Cyberforensics Education Consortium (ACE) for which Daytona State is the lead institution among nearly a dozen southeastern colleges and universities and the Central Florida Cyber Alliance.
The camp will focus on teaching beginner and intermediate computer security techniques, including digital forensics, browser security, malware handling, virtualization and more. It is a perfect introduction for students interested in pursuing careers in cyber security and cyber forensics.
The consortium’s goal is to advance cyber-forensic education in the southeastern United States and is funded by a four-year National Science Foundation grant of over $1.8 million. In addition to working with k-12 schools to implement programs in cyber security and digital forensics, the consortium also works to train faculty, create and distribute comprehensive course materials and serve as a catalyst for workforce development.
In fall 2014, Daytona State began offering an advanced technical certificate in the growing fields of cyber forensics and cyber security, building on its slate of high-tech courses leading to certificates, associate and bachelor’s degrees. Relatedly, DSC ranks among the Top 10 in the nation for best online bachelor’s programs, three years running, and – just announced – is No. 2 in 2015 among America's Best Online Bachelor's Programs for Military Veterans, by U.S. News & World Report.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for cyber-security professionals will increase by 37 percent over the next eight years, with median pay for experienced professionals averaging near $86,000 annually. Cyber-security jobs are found in business, industry, military, law enforcement, government, academia and the intelligence community.
Participation in the summer camp is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications are required and must be submitted no later than June 26 along with completion of the summer camp survey for group placement determination. For details on how to apply, visit www.DaytonaState.edu/ace/cybercamp.html or contact CoppaE@DaytonaState.edu; (386) 506-4163.
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Center for Business & Industry at DSC responds to demand for basic construction skills
5-week course to be held at DeLand High School, June 15-July 16
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 21, 2015) – Responding to a growing need in the region for workers with basic construction skills, the Center for Business & Industry (CBI) at Daytona State College presents a five-week course to prepare for entry-level employment in the construction industry.
Classes start Monday, June 15, and meet at DeLand High School from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday, through July 16. Seating is limited.
Upon completion, students will receive an International Safety Education Institute wallet card and certificate, and will be offered temporary placement at a local construction company, with potential for permanent employment.
Topics include safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, plumbing, electricity, masonry, communication, employability and materials- handling skills. This is a 'hands-on' class in which students will perform tasks and be tested using construction tools. Competencies covered in this course include:
• Properly don and remove personal protective equipment
• Demonstrate safe lifting procedures
• Use a standard measuring tape
• Make a straight square cut using a crosscut saw
• Properly use the following hand tools: hammer, screwdriver (slotted and Phillips), adjustable wrench, CHANNELLOCK® pliers, spirit level and saw
• Properly use the following power tools: electric drill, circular saw, SawZall® and pneumatic power nailer
• Use a floor plan, locate specified walls, determine widths of rooms, determine distances and find the elevation of a slab
• Properly set a water closet, lavatory, and sink to include supply lines and drains
• Properly lay brick
• Properly install single-pole and three-way switches and outlets
• Fill out work-related forms, read instructions to complete tasks, perform tasks from oral instructions
• Choose and use appropriate materials-handling equipment
The course fee is $730, payable in advance. For help with training costs contact CareerSource Flagler Volusia at (386) 561-9611 or training@careersourcefv.com – participants are subject to eligibility requirements.
To register for Basic Construction Skills, contact Joanne Parker at (386) 506-4224, or ParkerJ@DaytonaState.edu. The CBI accepts checks, credit cards (MasterCard, VISA), purchase orders or company billing for payment.
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Classes start Monday, June 15, and meet at DeLand High School from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday, through July 16. Seating is limited.
Upon completion, students will receive an International Safety Education Institute wallet card and certificate, and will be offered temporary placement at a local construction company, with potential for permanent employment.
Topics include safety, construction math, hand tools, power tools, construction drawings, plumbing, electricity, masonry, communication, employability and materials- handling skills. This is a 'hands-on' class in which students will perform tasks and be tested using construction tools. Competencies covered in this course include:
• Properly don and remove personal protective equipment
• Demonstrate safe lifting procedures
• Use a standard measuring tape
• Make a straight square cut using a crosscut saw
• Properly use the following hand tools: hammer, screwdriver (slotted and Phillips), adjustable wrench, CHANNELLOCK® pliers, spirit level and saw
• Properly use the following power tools: electric drill, circular saw, SawZall® and pneumatic power nailer
• Use a floor plan, locate specified walls, determine widths of rooms, determine distances and find the elevation of a slab
• Properly set a water closet, lavatory, and sink to include supply lines and drains
• Properly lay brick
• Properly install single-pole and three-way switches and outlets
• Fill out work-related forms, read instructions to complete tasks, perform tasks from oral instructions
• Choose and use appropriate materials-handling equipment
The course fee is $730, payable in advance. For help with training costs contact CareerSource Flagler Volusia at (386) 561-9611 or training@careersourcefv.com – participants are subject to eligibility requirements.
To register for Basic Construction Skills, contact Joanne Parker at (386) 506-4224, or ParkerJ@DaytonaState.edu. The CBI accepts checks, credit cards (MasterCard, VISA), purchase orders or company billing for payment.
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DSC ranks among best online bachelor’s for veterans
Marks 2nd 2015 top U.S. News ranking
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 20, 2015) – For the second time this year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Daytona State College among the nation’s top online bachelor’s programs – this time for military veterans.
The magazine’s listing of America’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Military Veterans released this week ranked Daytona State No. 2 among over 700 colleges and universities across the nation.
“This is another acknowledgement of our commitment to provide a positive college experience for our former servicemen and women,” said DSC President Thomas LoBasso, who is a military veteran. “It reinforces the excellence of our faculty and staff, who are honored to serve our veterans, whether online or in person, and help them complete their programs. In fact, it was my pleasure to announce at our May 18 commencement that we graduated 292 veterans this year, our largest number to date.”
In January this year, Daytona State also earned the No. 2 rating in the U.S. News overall best online bachelor’s program rankings. It was the third straight year the college placed in the top 10 with its fully online Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.
To be considered for the latest veteran-focused rankings, institutions had to be among the top 75 percent of the 2015 Best Online Bachelor’s Program rankings. In addition, the programs had to belong to institutions that are certified for the GI Bill and participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, two federal initiatives that help veterans reduce the cost of school.
Adding to the DSC appeal, the college in 2014 joined an elite list of Military Friendly Schools designated 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.
Daytona State began offering bachelor’s degrees in 2006 in response to a statewide need to increase Florida’s college-educated workforce. The college offers 11 bachelor’s programs: the BAS, BSET, BSIT, BS in Nursing and seven BS in Education degrees. Nearly 1,600 baccalaureate students enrolled in online courses during the 2014-2015 academic year. Overall, more than 11,000 students take an online course each year, including bachelor’s, associate degree and certificate-seeking students.
Find out more about Daytona State’s bachelor’s degree programs.
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (May 20, 2015) – For the second time this year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Daytona State College among the nation’s top online bachelor’s programs – this time for military veterans.
“This is another acknowledgement of our commitment to provide a positive college experience for our former servicemen and women,” said DSC President Thomas LoBasso, who is a military veteran. “It reinforces the excellence of our faculty and staff, who are honored to serve our veterans, whether online or in person, and help them complete their programs. In fact, it was my pleasure to announce at our May 18 commencement that we graduated 292 veterans this year, our largest number to date.”
In January this year, Daytona State also earned the No. 2 rating in the U.S. News overall best online bachelor’s program rankings. It was the third straight year the college placed in the top 10 with its fully online Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management, Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Science in Information Technology.
To be considered for the latest veteran-focused rankings, institutions had to be among the top 75 percent of the 2015 Best Online Bachelor’s Program rankings. In addition, the programs had to belong to institutions that are certified for the GI Bill and participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, two federal initiatives that help veterans reduce the cost of school.
Adding to the DSC appeal, the college in 2014 joined an elite list of Military Friendly Schools designated 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.
Daytona State began offering bachelor’s degrees in 2006 in response to a statewide need to increase Florida’s college-educated workforce. The college offers 11 bachelor’s programs: the BAS, BSET, BSIT, BS in Nursing and seven BS in Education degrees. Nearly 1,600 baccalaureate students enrolled in online courses during the 2014-2015 academic year. Overall, more than 11,000 students take an online course each year, including bachelor’s, associate degree and certificate-seeking students.
Find out more about Daytona State’s bachelor’s degree programs.
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Monday, May 18, 2015
This week at DSC; classes start May 18, Commencement, 1-million cups, and Brass Band of Central Florida
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