ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) District Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Dec. 9. The board heard presentations on: The board approved: The next board meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Bradenton.
Aaron Rodriguez leads an active, purpose-driven life. Growing up in an immigrant family in Bradenton, Rodriguez’s parents taught him the value of hard work. He worked full time for his family’s automotive collision repair business before starting classes at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) in January 2024. Now, he strives to be successful in … Continued
BRADENTON, FL (November 20, 2025 )— A ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø) Venice campus literature and library team earned a Florida Virtual Campus (FLVC) OPEN FL Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) Champion award nomination for providing access to high-quality course materials versus high-cost textbooks. The award recognizes excellence in open educational resources (OER) and ZTC … Continued
BRADENTON, FL (Nov. 6, 2025) — ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota Music Program invites the community to its November performances atºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $5 for ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø students and staff unless otherwise noted. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Symphonic Band showcases a diverse range of vibrant musical selections. ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Jazz … Continued
Bradenton, FL (Nov. 4, 2025) – With a vision rooted in innovation and student success, Patricia Rand, Ph.D., has been promoted to Vice President of Academic Affairs at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, Manatee-Sarasota (ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø). A forward-thinking academic leader known for her data-driven decision-making and inclusive leadership style, Rand has served as Interim Provost since January … Continued
Julie Bezold, OTD, program director and professor of the occupational therapy assistant program, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. Julie Bezold grew up in Pennsylvania and felt a strong purpose to improve people’s lives. She studied, trained and pursued gratifying careers in occupational therapy and higher education. She has over 28 years of practice experience and over 13 years of … Continued
