Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ News Releases

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An image of two individuals working with CPT equipment

July 17, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is offering a ten-week, online course to prepare participants for the Manufacturing Skills Standards Council CPT Certification Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-10 p.m. from Aug. 31 - Nov. 9, 2026.

Two vet tech students in blue scrubs hold a hedgehog during an examination

July 16, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is now accepting applications for its Veterinary Assisting College Credit Certificate (CCC) program. The application deadline is Tuesday, September 15, 2026, and classes begin January 11, 2027.

Juan Dieo Jordan and Saniya Hunlen receive scholarships from Âé¶¹Ö±²¥

June 11, 2026 — The 32nd annual PJ Wilson and Henry Scott Youth Golf Camp was held from June 1-10 at the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Fred Gay Golf Academy in Cocoa and concluded with two young golfers receiving scholarships to Âé¶¹Ö±²¥.

Josh Williams standing outdoors on a college campus holding a “Silver Winner†2025 Collegiate Advertising Award certificate for Âé¶¹Ö±²¥. A lake, palm trees, and campus buildings are visible in the background.

June 10, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is proud to announce that Josh Williams has earned a Silver Award in the 2026 Collegiate Advertising Awards for his work on the College's 2025 Annual Accomplishments Report.

Large cast group poses onstage in costume for a theatrical production of “Into the Woods,†standing in front of a forest backdrop. The group wears a variety of colorful fairy tale-inspired outfits, including dresses, cloaks, hats, and formal jackets, while arranged in rows across the stage set.

June 9, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ recently announced that its Theatre Department earned a "Superior" ranking from the Florida College System Activities Association Theatre Division for its spring production of the musical Into the Woods, which was presented...

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ seal displayed on a white brick wall background. The circular seal includes the college name surrounding a shield with academic symbols, campus names Palm Bay, Melbourne, Titusville and Cocoa, and the year 1960 at the bottom.

June 8, 2026 — At its Monday meeting, the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Board of Trustees unanimously approved a $94 million budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 that supports the college's mission to provide high-quality, affordable education to residents on Florida's...

Formal portrait of Michael DeMorat in a dark green law enforcement uniform with gold star insignia and collar pins, standing in front of a blurred U.S. flag. He is facing forward and smiling, wearing a black tie and a nameplate on the chest, with a sheriff-style badge visible. The background is a neutral gray studio backdrop with soft lighting.

June 4, 2026 — Governor Ron DeSantis has appointed Michael DeMorat to the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Board of Trustees and reappointed Bruce Deardoff and Dr. Edgar Figueroa to additional four-year terms.

Four graduates in blue and green robes stand by a congratulatory banner

May 14, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony saw many students completing the journey alongside family members or in honor of the family that inspired them to begin their path.

Green and blue diplomas tiled on the floor

May 5, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ will hold two commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the King Center for the Performing Arts on its Melbourne Campus. The ceremonies are scheduled for 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The logo of the Small Business Development Center, which features a star

April 15, 2026 — The Small Business Development Center at Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ will host a Patents and Trademarks Webinar on Intellectual Property on Wednesday, April 29 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Dr. Sandy Handfield holds her 2026 Distinguished Alumna Award in front of a balloon arch

April 14, 2026 — The Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Foundation has named Dr. Sandy Handfield its 2026 Distinguished Alumna, announcing the honor at the Annual Titan Scholarship Reception held Thursday, April 9, on the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Melbourne Campus.

An image of flowers with the words Spring Choral Concert

April 8, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Concert Choir and Madrigal Ensemble will present their Spring Choral Concert on Monday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Simpkins Fine Arts Auditorium (Bldg. 4) on the Cocoa Campus.

Two students dressed in casual attire practicing on the saxophone

March 31, 2026 — The Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Performing and Visual Arts Department will present spring instrumental music concerts in April on its Cocoa Campus.

March 19, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ (Âé¶¹Ö±²¥) will spotlight its bachelor's degree programs during a special event on Wednesday, April 15, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the Melbourne Campus.

A dark forest-themed promotional graphic for the musical “Into the Woods.†The title appears in large, red, stylized lettering with leaf and vine flourishes. Surrounding the text are silhouettes of tree branches and foliage against a shadowy green background. Below the title, credits read: “Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim†and “Book by James Lapine,†along with additional production credits for directing and orchestration.

March 3, 2026 — The Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Theatre Department will present "Into the Woods" by James Lapine on the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Cocoa Campus at the Simpkins Fine Arts Center (Bldg. 4) in the Studio Theatre.

An image of pottery, an artistic eye, and students playing instruments with the words Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Performing and Visual Arts Showcase

February 26, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ will showcase its Performing and Visual Arts programs with a special live event on Saturday, March 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the Cocoa Campus in the Simpkins Fine Arts Center (Bldg. 4).

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ students wearing Dental Assisting scrubs work on a tooth mold in the clinic

February 23, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥'s Dental Assisting Program will host an Open House on Monday, March 9 from 4 - 7 p.m. on the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Cocoa Campus.

The winner of the Backyard BBQ contest holds a large commemorative check alongside Mr. Titan and the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ cheer team

February 22, 2026 — The Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Foundation celebrated its 10th Annual Backyard BBQ Cook-Off and Family Fest on Saturday, raising more than $162,000 for Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ student scholarships and bringing the event's ten-year total to over $800,000.

An image of a man and woman cartoon building a city with puzzle pieces

February 17, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ and CareerSource Brevard Flagler Volusia will host an Open House on Thursday, March 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Cocoa Campus, Bldg.3, Rms. 274 and 283.

Student wears a welding protective mask while welding a pipe

February 12, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ announced that it has been awarded a $1.5 million Florida Job Growth Workforce Training Grant, a key state funding source that supports transportation infrastructure and workforce training initiatives.

student taking someone's blood pressure

February 5, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ will host an Open House for its Medical Assistant Specialist certificate program on Wednesday, March 11 from 4 - 7 p.m. on the Palm Bay Campus.

Dr. Richey stands at a podium addressing Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ staff and faculty at the opening of the CITE building

February 2, 2026 — The Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Board of Trustees has extended the contract of College President Dr. Jim Richey through 2031, praising his leadership and long-term vision for the institution's future.

Teresa Uzel holding an award

January 22, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ announced that Teresa Uzel has been named the 2025 Instructor of the Year by the Space Coast Fire Chiefs Association (SCFCA).

Respiratory Care students intubate a practice dummy

January 8, 2026 — Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ will host an Open House for its Respiratory Care Program on Thursday, February 19 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on its Melbourne Campus.

A man holds a tray of BBQ at an outdoor cookoff

January 8, 2026 — The Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Foundation invites the community to its 10th Annual Backyard BBQ & Family Fest on Saturday, February 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Melbourne Campus.