BRADENTON, FL (Sept. 23, 2025)—Twenty-five students from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota traveled to Portugal and Spain across the Iberian Peninsula to learn about the region’s history, people, sites and culture during ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s Summer 2025 study abroad program. Michael Rogers, a professor of American government and history at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, and local experts led the group … Continued
BRADENTON, FL (Sept. 23, 2025)—The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) awarded a TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program grant, totaling slightly over $1.36 million, to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Sarasota-Manatee. The funding will improve retention and graduation rates among low-income, first-generation, and disabled students at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. Since 2020, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø’s TRIO SSS program has supported more … Continued
BRADENTON, FL (September 18, 2025)—ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota has promoted Kimberly Bastin, Ed.D., to dean, academic affairs. She oversees the departments of health professions, business and technology, criminal justice, fire science and paralegal/legal assisting. Bastin previously served as the assistant dean of health professions and wellness and a professor of dental hygiene at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. … Continued
The community is invited to a Sort and Simplify series presented by Organizing Guru at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota. The classes will provide fun advice and coaching to help participants gain practical skills and motivation to declutter their home, manage tasks and time, prepare for holiday guests and create calm surroundings. Sessions will take … Continued
Nick Cichielo, Athletic Director, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Nick Cichielo was born in Rockville Centre, NY, and spent most of his childhood in St. Louis, MO. He has worked in professional baseball and college athletics. While pursuing a Master of Science degree in collegiate athletic administration from Coker University, he gained valuable experience as an intern with State … Continued
BRADENTON, FL (Sept. 12, 2025)—Individuals who are enrolled in Medicare or approaching eligibility are invited to a Medicare 101 and Moreseries offered by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota. The one-day, three-part workshop will provide a deeper, comprehensive explanation of the Medicare system, benefits and enrollment. Fall sessions will take place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. from September … Continued
