1. P A S C O - H E R N A N D O S T A T E C O L L E G E
Volume X, Issue II
Fall 2016
Perspective
The BSN Advantage
Student Veterans—
Committed to Serve
Presidential Inauguration Raises $100,000
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On the Cover:
BSN grads Veronica Huber and
Ashley Monsegur tend to an expectant
mother at the new Maternity Suites
at Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville.
in Perspective Fall 2016 Volume X, Issue II
FEATURES
Presidential Inauguration raises $100,000
The Defeating the Odds…Achieving the Dream Presidential
Inauguration of Timothy L. Beard, Ph.D., raised awareness about
PHSC’s mission and an unprecedented $100,000 for endowed
scholarships and the President’s Fund for Excellence.
Student Veteran Leaders
The PHSC Chapter of Student Veterans of America, with ambitious
student veteran leaders at the helm, champion issues important
to veterans while building the organization’s membership and
presence collegewide.
The BSN Advantage
PHSC’s popular new Bachelor of Science in Nursing program,
celebrated its first graduating class in May 2016. This unique
RN to BSN online program prepares students for graduate level
studies and clinical research.
DEPARTMENTS
2 From the President
4 Student Profile
6 College Update
10 Scholarship Spotlight
11 Faculty Profile
20 Foundation News
28 Athletics
30 Alumni Notes
31 Alumni Profile
32 Flashback
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4. 2 PHSC Perspective
From the President…
Dear Friends,
Fall is my favorite season and an exhilarating time of year
at PHSC. The College hums with the energy of a new
academic year and the promise of many student learning
experiences, in and outside the classroom. Fall delivers fresh
leadership and engagement opportunities, interesting new
friendships, and, yes, cooler weather.
I believe the 2016-17 academic year is destined to be
another landmark for PHSC. The College has gained enrollment, compared to this time last
year—despite the fact that colleges nationwide typically lose enrollment when the economy
rebounds and joblessness declines. Our steady enrollment numbers underscore our district’s
passion for higher education and specialized training in the health, technical and public
service fields. Clearly our students pursue degrees or certifications that pave the way to higher
paying jobs, promotions and long-term career success.
Since beginning my presidency in July 2015, my administrative team has accomplished so
much through hard work, determination, partnership building and community outreach.
Our baccalaureate degrees—the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Applied
Science in Supervision and Management—are well established and highly successful pro-
grams. Already popular, new high-tech welding and fire academy certificate programs began
this fall and others will be available soon, including aviation and cybersecurity programs.
PHSC’s dedication to the College’s primary mission, preserving an open-door policy for all
potential students, regardless of academic background or financial circumstances, is tied to
our success. In fact, our diverse student population is the result of our efforts to include and
encourage all students to work toward achieving their dreams. A classroom shared by student
veterans, recent high school graduates, and adults seeking mid-life career changes creates a
dynamic, thought-provoking and enriching collegiate experience.
Our entire college community, including administrators, faculty, staff and students, are
productive, forward thinking and innovative and this issue of PHSC Perspective highlights
many collective accomplishments. Thanks for your interest in PHSC and your ongoing
support and friendship.
I hope to see you on campus soon!
Sincerely,
Timothy L. Beard, Ph.D.
PHSC President
Pasco-Hernando State College
President
Timothy L. Beard, Ph.D.
PHSC District Board of Trustees
Chair
Edward C. Blommel
Vice Chair
John A. Dougherty
Members
Rao Musunuru, M.D.
Morris R. Porton
Marilyn Pearson-Adams
Robin Schneider
Ardian Zika
PHSC Foundation Board of Directors
Officers
Chair
George “Skip” Miller
Vice Chair
Greg Lenners
Secretary
Kenneth R. Burdzinski
Treasurer
Ronald J. May, CFP®
Executive Committee
(Members at-large)
Daniel Abou-Jaoude
Andrew Barnes
Thomas E. Barnette
Edward C. Blommel
Joel H. Goldberg D.M.D.
R. Seth Mann, Esq., CPA, CFP®
Monica Mills
Frank Rygiel
Donald K. Vierling, M.D.
Board Members
C. Russell Adams
James “Jimmy” D. Adcock
Michele Baker
A. Patricia Barwick, Esq.
Barbara-Jo Bell, Esq.
Eric G. Brethen
Michael Bruno
Ronnie L. Deese
Parnell Dickinson
Gus Guadagnino
Burton Harres, Ph.D.
Sean E. Hengesbach, Esq.
Steven Hickman
Ronald E. Oakley
James D. “JD” Porter, Jr.
Walter “Buddy” E. Selph
James W. Smith
Mickey Smith
Leonard B. Sossamon
Antonina “Nina” Vaznelis, Esq.
Honorary Life Members
Robert A. Barnett
Edward C. Blommel
Marc W. Bowman
The Honorable Wayne Cobb
Wayne R. Coulter
James H. Kimbrough, Sr.
Niles H. Kinnunen, Jr., D.D.S.
Ronald G. Thornton
Richard C. Williams, Jr.
Executive Director
William J. Shustowski, Jr., Ph.D.
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Dr. Beard assists students as part of
PHSC’s Welcome and Engagement (WE)
Team, an award-winning initiative in
which administrators and staff greet new
students to each campus, providing free
planners, directions, cold beverages and
snacks at the beginning of each new
academic year.
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PHSC Presidential Inauguration
Raises $100,000 and Collects 1,500 Books
Pasco-Hernando State College’s
Presidential Inauguration of
Timothy L. Beard, Ph.D., the
college’s fourth president, was
held in May, and raised more
than $100,000 for endowed
scholarships and the President’s
Fund for Excellence. In addition,
inauguration guests donated approx-
imately 1,500 new and gently used
books to benefit local schools in
Pasco and Hernando counties.
The Defeating the Odds…
Achieving the Dream Presidential
Inauguration, held at the PHSC
West Campus in New Port Richey,
featured numerous guest speakers
including: U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis,
Florida’s 12th
Congressional
District; Sen. Wilton Simpson,
Republican member of the Florida
Senate, representing the 18th
District; Randy Hanna, Former
Chancellor, Florida College
System; Ava Parker, J.D., President,
Palm Beach State College; and
Brian Lamb, Southeast Regional
President, Fifth Third Bank.
Following the inauguration,
the festivities continued with a
celebration reception.
Hundreds of dignitaries, commu-
nity members, faculty, staff, and
students enjoyed the historic
inauguration and the celebration
reception that followed.
Morris Porton, PHSC District Board of Trustees Chair (L),
and Robert Judson, Ed.D, PHSC President Emeritus (R),
present the PHSC presidential medallion to
Timothy L. Beard, Ph.D., at the investiture.
View photos of the
Presidential Inauguration & Celebration
event at: phsc.edu/inauguration
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6. 4 PHSC Perspective
SYNERGY: the interaction or cooperation of
two or more organizations, substances, or other
agents to produce a combined effect greater
than the sum of their separate effects.
Michael Dumas:
Giving and Living
100 Percent
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studentprofile
7. Fall 2016 5
Like many teenagers, Michael Dumas
graduated high school believing that
college wasn’t for him. He spent a few
years working and attended a technical
college in his Massachusetts hometown,
but the school wasn’t a good fit at the time.
At age 24, Dumas set out for a new
adventure with several friends and moved
to Tampa. A year later, Dumas found
himself paralyzed from a motorcycle
accident and facing a long recovery. With
tremendously supportive parents and
friends, Dumas is now living on his own
in a townhouse fully accessible for the
disabled. “It took me three years to gain
my independence back and two more years
to be fully independent,” said Dumas.
Vice President of the PHSC Synergy
Sociology Club and a Peer Mentor, the
determined young man attests firsthand
to the positive effects of seeking a human
services degree. Dumas started his PHSC
journey in January 2013 and slowly got
involved on campus. “I credit Linda
Chamberlain and the students in my first
human services classes for bringing me
with like-minded people inspires you
to become a better person,” said Dumas
who appreciates campus events that instill
a sense of community at the college.
Teacher Taco Tuesday, where the faculty
and administrators visit with students
over lunch, is one of his favorite activities.
During his second year at the College,
Dumas discovered the Synergy Club,
an active group that introduced him to
West Pasco Habitat for Humanity. In
fact, in March, he was featured on the
organization’s website.
“I’ve always been a builder and I love to get
my hands dirty. I help with framing walls,
hanging sheet rock, cabinet installation,
caulking, molding and much more.
Volunteering with Habitat is so rewarding.
It’samazingtostartsomethingfromablank
slate—from clearing land to watching
the install of the main beam and trusses,
to the dedication as the finished house is
presented to a family in need. Habitat
for Humanity provides opportunities for
hundreds of volunteers to have a hand in
helping someone in need.”
opportunities to compete in mainstream
paddlingcompetitions.Theathletespaddle
tandem sea kayaks, specially adapted
and customized to each paddler’s needs.
Athletes are paired with an experienced
and trained guide. Dumas practices with
his coach, Karen Mirlenbrink, twice a
month at the Dunedin Causeway. His
most recent races include the Shark Bite
Challenge, Dunedin, and the Florida Cup,
Madeira Beach.
Dumas also travels to the Ice Sports
Forum (the official practice facility of the
National Hockey League’s Tampa Bay
Lightning) in Brandon where he practices
and competes on the Tampa Bay Lightning
sled hockey team. The team plays against
other local teams and competes in the USA
Hockey Sled Classic, in which they play
NHL-endorsed teams from throughout
the league.
“Once I started to find my way as a
paraplegic, I learned about the limitless
opportunities available to disabled people,”
said Dumas.
out of my shell,” he said. Chamberlain,
PHSC Professor and Human Services
Coordinator, also introduces her students
to community organizations that need
volunteers. “It took me a semester and a
half to really get into school and the more
I opened up and became active, the more
opportunities appeared,” said Dumas.
In his second semester, Dumas began
attending Human Services Club meetings
that led to a frenzy of volunteerism and
activity. “This is where it all clicked for
me,” he said. In addition to participating
in student events, he enjoyed mentoring
other students and attended Student
Government Association meetings on
West Campus. “Getting involved in clubs
Among his many accomplishments,
Dumas received a 2016 Felisha R. Barker
Outstanding Student Leader award.
“Mike is a remarkable student leader. He
is a member of the PHSC Select Team, a
group of outstanding students trained to
lead other students, staff and guests in team
building exercises. Nothing stops him from
experiencing life to the fullest,” said Jessica
White, Director of Student Activities.
Adding to the flurry of student activity,
Dumas leads an active life in competitive
sports. He is a member of The Achilles
International Kayak Team through the
Achilles International Ocean Sports
Team—Florida. The amateur sports team
provides physically challenged athletes
Dumas received his Associate in Science
in human services in May 2015. Currently
seeking an Associate in Arts degree, he
plans to transfer into the Bachelor of Arts
social work program at USF. He wants to
work with younger, disadvantaged kids by
helping them see opportunity—feeling in-
cluded and not excluded—showing them
different techniques to reach their goals.
While Dumas strives to become a mentor
and positive influence as a dependable,
stable someone in a young person’s life,
he may not realize that he already serves
as an inspiration to the countless faculty,
staff, students, community members and
fellow athletes that marvel at his many
accomplishments.
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AprilPros provide insight into political processes
Sen. Wilton Simpson, Republican member of the
Florida Senate, (left) representing the 18th
District,
spoke to West Campus students about the Florida
Everglades and agriculture. Sen. Simpson, an
entrepreneur, business leader and former PHSC
trustee, heads Simpson Environmental Services,
Inc., and owns and operates Simpson Farms, Inc.
Florida Rep. Danny Burgess (R-Zephyrhills) (left)
addressed West Campus students and community
members about the political processes and issues that
impact local residents. Rep. Burgess also reflected
on his experiences as the youngest elected member
of the Zephyrhills City Council, serving while he
finished his senior year in high school and as Mayor of
Zephyrhills (2013-2014).
Award recognizes passion for leadership
Ten students were recognized with the Dr. Felisha
R. Barker Outstanding Student Leader award at the
2016 Student Activities Awards Banquet held in
April at the West Campus. The prestigious awards
are presented in memory of the late Dr. Barker, an
outstanding student leader who returned to work at
PHSC after earning her bachelor’s degree.
Dr. Barker was an exemplary PHSC academic advisor
and involved club sponsor who encouraged students
to hone leadership skills in student organizations.
Dr. Felisha R. Barker Outstanding Student Leaders
named in 2016 include:
East Campus: Virgil Carter
Casandra Renteria Granados
North Campus: Marie Gill
Tyler Williams
Porter Campus: Skyler Brake
Kayla Moulds
Spring Hill Campus: Spencer Szasa-Daubert
West Campus: Michael Dumas
Danielle Opdycke
Norman Widamen Jr.
MayAll-Florida Academic Team features
PHSC ace students
Eight PHSC students were nominated to the 2016
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-Florida Academic Team.
Students representing PHSC are: Sarah Del Monte
of Land O’Lakes; Christopher Hernandez of Dade
City; Annie Hillin of Holiday; Vanessa Moore and
Anthony Serieux of Brooksville; Samantha Rosario
of Spring Hill; Allison Sharrer of Zephyrhills; and
Allassandra Slate of Hudson.
Students collect medals at
national competition
PHSC students Toshia Knous and Richard Yackel
were awarded gold medals at the SkillsUSA state
competition, advancing to the national competition
held at the 52nd
annual National Leadership and
Skills Conference (NLSC) in June in Louisville, Ky.
Knous competed in Practical Nursing and Yackel
competed in Related Technical Math. PHSC student
Margaret Liwski was awarded the bronze medal,
having placed third in the state competition in the
Job Interview category.
Annually, more than 300,000 students and advisors
join SkillsUSA, partnership of students, teachers
and industry representatives work together to ensure
America has a skilled workforce. The national
organization serves teachers and high school and
college students who are preparing for careers in
technical, skilled and service occupations, including
health occupations and for further education.
COLLEGE UPDATE
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PHSC receives governor’s
leadership award
Gov. Rick Scott presented Dr. Timothy Beard
with a leadership award, recognizing PHSC for
significant improvements in meeting new performance
benchmarks established by the State Board of
Education. PHSC had met or exceeded performance
standards, increasing students’ completion, retention,
and job placement rates and demonstrating a rise in
the average salaries earned by PHSC graduates.
“We are very pleased to receive this recognition,”
said Beard. “PHSC has always been committed to
student success, ensuring that students receive high
quality, affordable education and training. College
administrators, faculty and staff work tirelessly to
prepare graduates for higher paying jobs in the
workforce and for transfer to upper level academic
programs offered at PHSC and the university level.”
Student has the write stuff
PHSC sophomore Rose Braxton won the American
Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Student
Leadership Development Program essay contest.
Braxton was recognized at the Florida Society of
Radiologic Technologists conference in May. “It is an
honor to have a PHSC student recognized by both
professional societies. This is the first year our students
have participated in the ASRT Student Leadership
Development Program. We are proud of Rose and hope
she will be the first of many students to be selected from
our institution,” said Tina Lischak, RT (R) Assistant
Professor and Radiography Program Coordinator.
Tech whiz represents PHSC on dream team
Cisco Network Academy student Eli Hazen was
selected for the 2016 Cisco Live Dream Team event
held in Las Vegas in July. More than 80 applicants
from across the United States and Canada, were
recommended by their instructors to represent their
academy at Cisco Live, Cisco’s largest customer
event. Dream Team students gain exposure and
recognition among potential employers, hands-on
experience working with Cisco engineers, full access
to event sessions, and the opportunity to take a Cisco
certification exam.
Hazen’s instructor, Karen Lederer, Ph.D., PHSC
Professor, Information Technology Programs/Dept.
Chair, recommended Hazen for consideration. “Eli is
one of my top students and excels in understanding,
applying, and troubleshooting wireless, routing, and
switching technologies,” said Lederer.
(L-R) Governor Rick Scott; Dr. John Kelly, Florida Atlantic University President; Anthony Barbar,
Florida Atlantic University Board of Trustees Chair; Dr. Timothy Beard, PHSC President; Morris
Porton, PHSC Board of Trustees Chair, 2015–16; Dr. Madeline Purmariega, Florida College System
Chancellor; and Marshall Criser III, State University System of Florida Chancellor.
Eli Hazen,
first row, far
right, with the
2016 Cisco Live
Dream Team.
10. 8 PHSC Perspective
Candlelight vigil offers remembrance
PHSC People Respecting Individual Differences
Equally (PRIDE) coordinated a candlelight vigil
in remembrance of those affected by the tragic
events at Pulse in Orlando. PRIDE President
Kayleigh Burke, former PRIDE President
Susie Paxton, PHSC alumnus Anthony
Avila, and Sociology Instructor Bridey
Collins assisted with organizing the vigil.
PHSC student Monica Baione created
a special PowerPoint presentation and
Karen and Linda Schrader, local advocates
for LGBTQ+ community, spoke at the
gathering. With candles, moments of
silence, and a special message banner,
PRIDE along with about 200 students,
alumni, faculty, staff and community
members showed solidarity and
expressed support.
JuneFlag Day celebrated
On June 14, the PHSC Student Veterans of America
hosted River Ridge High School JROTC for
a flag raising ceremony with more than 60
people in attendance. The flag was raised and
then lowered to half-staff in remembrance of
the victims of the Orlando Pulse tragedy. The
ceremony was followed by a reception and
veterans services office open house. The events
were sponsored by PHSC, Student Veterans
of America, and the PHSC chapter of the
Association of Florida Colleges.
Maria Fiene, Coordinator of Veterans Services;
Vince Ciarla, President, Student Government
Association, West Campus; Michael Bradley,
Vice President, Student Veterans of America;
Bob Bade, Ed.D., Vice President of Student Affairs
and Enrollment Management; and Jake Whetstone,
President, Student Veterans of America.
Sheriff shows appreciation for partnership
At a law enforcement graduation ceremony held at
the West Campus in New Port Richey, Pasco County
Sheriff Chris Nocco presented plaques to PHSC
administrators Stanley Giannet, Ph.D., Vice President
of Academic Affairs and Faculty Development/
College Provost, Timothy Beard, Ph.D., President,
and Lisa Richardson, Ed.D., Provost, East Campus.
Sheriff Nocco expressed his appreciation for the
long-standing collaboration between the College and
sheriff’s office.
COLLEGE UPDATE
Helping stop
domestic violence
PHSC was a sponsor of the Salvation Army
Domestic Violence Program of Pasco Annual Peace
Breakfast. PHSC’s support assists the program in
providing the victims of domestic violence with a
safe place to live and counseling services. PHSC
administrators and staff attending the event were moved
by the personal testimonials expressed during the event.
“I have worked with many survivors of domestic
violence, but the Peace Breakfast was a stark
reminder of the reality that so many individuals
endure. Listening to New Port Richey Chief
of Police Kim Bogart speak of his experiences
with abuse was really touching. To see such
a strong, brave public servant discuss such a
personal hardship really made me remember
that we cannot judge others’ lives based on
appearances alone.”
– Katie Bowman, Psy.D.
Associate Dean of Student Affairs,
Engagement, and Special Services
SAVE THE DATE
October 7, 2016
Last year, more than 540 high school and middle
school students toured 20 different manufacturers
throughout Pasco and Hernando Counties.
Manufacturing Day 2016 will offer manufacturing
company tours, career fairs, manufacturing as art
exhibits, library events, and more.
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Edward C. Blommel, Chair,
PHSC District Board of Trustees
John Dougherty, Vice Chair,
PHSC District Board of Trustees
PHSC Trustees elect new leadership
For the 2016–2017 year, the PHSC District Board of Trustees
elected Edward C. Blommel as chair, succeeding Morris R. Porton,
who remains a trustee, and John Dougherty as vice chair. Blommel
and Dougherty have served as trustees since 2013. Both have also
served on the PHSC Foundation Board of Directors.
Kudos
Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) Executive
Committee announced Robert Bade, Ed.D., Vice President of
Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, will serve a two
year term as president-elect; Stephen Schroeder, J.D., Assistant
Vice President of Policy and General Counsel, was reappointed
as FCSAA legal counsel; and Steve Winterling, Athletic Director
and Head Baseball Coach, will serve as the statewide sport chair
representing cross country teams.
Jennifer Lewallen, Library Staff Assistant, and Jorge
Gavillan, Assistant Professor, Mathematics (East Campus),
placed second in the Association of Florida College’s (AFC)
Equity Commission’s Best Practices Award for their presentation
of Elementary Family STEM Night, an annual event at the East
Campus. Along with a certificate of recognition, PHSC’s AFC
Chapter also received $200.
Connie LaMarca-Frankel, Professor Humanities/Department
Chair Humanities, directed Silent Sky, a play that reveals the
riveting true story of Henrietta Swan Leavitt (1868–1921),
an American astronomer who worked at the Harvard College
Observatory as a human “computer” beginning in 1893.
The play was presented at The Tampa Repertory Theatre in
May. LaMarca-Frankel was assisted in the production by
John May, PHSC physical science and chemistry professor,
intern Kaitlyn Gill and the PHSC East Campus library staff.
Shaun Partin, College Store Supervisor at West Campus,
earned his Collegiate Retailing Management (CRM) certificate.
The annual National Institute of Staff and Organizational Devel-
opment (NISOD) Excellence Awards announced recipients of its
2016 awards, including PHSC honorees Maria Witherell, MS,
Associate Professor, Mathematics (winner of the College’s
Katherine M. Johnson Excellence in Teaching Award); Karen
Davis, MA, Associate Professor, Language Arts/Department
Chair, Communications; Jack Plant, MA, Assistant Professor,
Drafting and Design Technology; and Marianne Swihart, M.Ed.,
MSN, Associate Professor, Nursing.
PHSC ranked seventh on the list of Top Two-Year Colleges
in Florida, which include both public and private institutions,
according to newly released 2016 rankings from
bestcolleges.com. Specific metrics considered in the
comprehensive methodology used to compile the list include
affordability, enrollment and graduation rates, student outcomes
and other statistical data from the National Center for Education
Statistics (NCES).
In Memoriam: Jamie A. Kelly 1949–2016
Jamie started at the
college in 2002 and
spent many years
serving the students
and staff of PHSC
as an administrative
assistant in nursing
and the division of
health occupations.
Retired PHSC
employee,
Jamie Kelly, 66, of
New Port Richey,
passed away
March 9, 2016,
after a lengthy
battle with cancer.
Senator Latvala, First PHSC Hall of Fame Inductee
Senator Jack Latvala was the first inductee into PHSC’s Legislative
Hall of Fame. The Legislative Hall of Fame establishes a new PHSC
tradition that recognizes legislators for supporting the College and
higher education opportunities for their constituents. The College
plans to induct several more legislators into the inaugural Legislative
Hall of Fame Class of 2016. Each campus will house a Legislative
Hall of Fame display, honoring all inductees.
Morris Porton,
past chair, PHSC
District Board
of Trustees;
Sen. Jack Latvala;
and Timothy L.
Beard, Ph.D.,
President, PHSC.
July
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What influenced your decision to attend PHSC?
I have lived in New Port Richey for the last 45 years and remember
back in the 70s when PHCC classes were held in storefronts. After
high school graduation, I never thought about college until years
later when I enrolled in a horticulture class. Shortly thereafter, I
was involved in a car accident that left me unable to continue my
education. Ten years later, I returned to PHSC. Although I faced
many challenges, I realize now that I need an education and PHSC
is a perfect fit for me.
What are you studying?
I will receive my AS in computer programming and plan to return
to PHSC in the fall to pursue a bachelor’s degree in supervision
and management.
What is your fondest PHSC memory?
As a student assistant in the computer lab, I enjoyed helping fellow
students be successful. Also, being a member of Phi Beta Lambda
has opened many doors for me. The last couple of years here have
been the greatest of my life and I will never forget the amazing
people I have come to know.
Is there someone at PHSC that you admire and why?
Sandra Wohlers. With her guidance, I learned to be strong and
confident. Sandra pushed me to become a better person and
encouraged me to believe in myself.
scholarship spotlight:my perspective
Victor Miller
The Next Step Scholarship
Hometown: New Port Richey, Florida
To support a deserving student, give now.
727.816.3410 or foundation@phsc.edu
What did receiving this PHSC Foundation scholarship
mean to you?
I would not be here today if it were not for the financial assistance
I received through the Next Step Scholarship. The scholarship
reminded me that there are good people in the world, who, like me,
really care for others and their success.
What does the future hold for you?
The future holds amazing things for me. I thought about
employment in local government, like my parents. However, I am
open to working in the corporate world, or being self-employed. I
also would like to work at the college. PHSC employees seem to
like their jobs and I enjoyed my time as a student assistant.
Why do you think philanthropy matters?
Providing help to the less fortunate is incredible. Because of the
generous support of donors, I have been given a chance to
better myself.
Would you like to say anything to those who make
scholarship opportunities happen for PHSC students?
You are the most amazing people in the world! Thank you for what
you do for students like me. Through your support, I am able to
have a new start in life and achieve my dreams.
13. Fall 2016 11
The Last
Great Race
Kelli Carter,
Associate Professor,
biological science, at the
East Campus, has always
known about the Iditarod—the
annual long-distance dog sled
race from Anchorage to Nome,
Alaska. In July 2010, while on
an Alaskan cruise, Carter first
got the inkling to see The Last
Great Race. A cruise excursion led
her to the Denver Glacier top by
helicopter with the opportunity to
mush beautiful dogs on a mile-
long trail. Advertised as “Iditarod
dogs,” Carter was skeptical. But,
on a subsequent Alaskan trip, she
spoke to mushers, and the dogs
do actually stay on the glaciers
in conditioning camps over the
summer months.
Interest piqued, Carter set forth
to see the Iditarod. Her blogging
reports share her volunteerism and
experience at the 2016 Iditarod.
December 2015
I want to be a dog handler at the
Iditarod. I have no idea where
to start, but I am determined to
make it happen. I find the Iditarod
website’s volunteer link and submit
an application to volunteer from
March 3–10. And then I wait…
January 2016
I read everything I can about
volunteering at the Iditarod.
There are many jobs but I’m certain
I want to be a dog handler. When
do I start buying warm clothes or
making hotel reservations? I’m
still waiting to hear from the
Iditarod folks.
End of January
Word comes from the Iditarod
Trail Committee:
“Good day folks interested in being
dog handlers for Iditarod Sled
Dog Race 2016. Dog handling is
a lot of work. If you think exercise
is a waste of time, please find
something less taxing to do...the
start area is covered deep in snow,
not the white soft fluffy stuff but
the stuff that is more like wet
heavy beach sand. You will be
running in this for up to a mile.
Reply with your intent: in, out, or
need an easier task.”
I am so excited; it took a couple of
times reading the email to process
it. Wow…
I was actually going to do this!!
I was definitely in!
The ‘parking area’ at
Rainy Pass, large
enough to accommodate
about 60 sled teams.
facultyprofile
14. 12 PHSC Perspective
Kelli Carter at the official start of the
Iditarod in Willow, Alaska. Right:
Carter with Iditarod dog sled team.
15. Fall 2016 13
February
Talking to friends about the Iditarod, I am introduced
to Al, who lived in Alaska for 10 years and volunteered
at the Iditarod. Al tells me what to expect and I feel
more confident.
March 2
I arrive in Anchorage, after a long day of traveling and
several time zone changes.
March 3
I pick up my volunteer packet. Funny
how the really long day yesterday is
suddenly all worth it!! That evening
I attend the musher banquet where
the 85 mushers draw for running order.
March 4
By nature, I always jump in and help, and the required
dog handler class is no different. At the end of class,
I am one of the last ones helping the musher who
volunteered his dogs. I talk to the lead dog handler
coordinator and ask if I can assist with anything else.
As it turns out, the dog handler class is actually more
of an audition than a class. The coordinator asks me to
run tomorrow at the ceremonial start of the Iditarod,
which means I will have a spot with one of the teams
that runs the mile to the start line. I am over the
moon with excitement. I smile all evening as I think
about how perfectly everything worked out.
March 5
I arrive at 6 a.m.
in downtown
Anchorage at
the ceremonial
start of the
Iditarod, the
true start is
tomorrow in
Willow, about
an hour from
Anchorage. I am a dog handler of two teams: Charley
Bejna’s team, number 9 and Paul Gebhardt’s team,
number 55. I will run with them to the start. I am so
excited I don’t even notice the cold!
At day’s end, I am completely exhausted but still
smiling. Tomorrow is the real start in Willow, and I
will be a dog handler again with Charley Bejna’s team.
March 6
I arrive in Willow so early they are just putting up
the start banner (at left). The start of the Iditarod is
amazing. The mushers will spend the next few weeks
in the wilderness, traveling more than 1,000 miles
to Nome.
That afternoon, I fly on a small bush plane to Rainy
Pass, the seventh checkpoint. (Shown on page 11)
The Last Great Race continued
March 7
I witness what happens at the checkpoints. The mushers
always take care of their dogs first and then themselves.
The first musher arrived Monday morning at 8:22 a.m.
and the last musher came in Tuesday morning at 11:30 a.m.
—they were coming
and going for 27
hours straight.
Although not
required to stop at
Rainy Pass, many
of them do.
About 20 dogs
were dropped at
the checkpoint
for various health
reasons. These dogs
will not be able to
complete the race.
The mushers start
with 16 dogs and there are no replacements along the
way. I helped the vets care for the dropped dogs today
which included cleaning up after them, feeding them,
and giving them attention.
March 8
Back in Anchorage,
I volunteer to care
for dogs in the
dropped dog area
(right). Pilots, who
volunteer their
time and planes,
transport the dogs
from checkpoints
to Anchorage so
they can be picked
up. Five dogs did
not get picked up
so we transported them to the local women’s prison
where inmates care for dogs until pick up is arranged.
March 9
I start the long trip back to Florida. Maybe next time I
will head to the finish in Nome. I had an amazing trip,
made new friends and met wonderful people from all
over the world! We all have two things in common,
we love dogs and we came to Alaska for the Iditarod—
The Last Great Race.
About the Author:
Kelli Carter, Associate Professor, biological science, has
worked at PHSC for nine years—three as an adjunct
instructor and six years as full-time faculty. Carter,
who teaches biology, anthropology and education is
working on her Ph.D. in integrative biology at the
University of South Florida. She is owned and loved by
her Australian Shepherds.
A musher taking
care of his dogs
before taking
care of himself.
Kelli Carter with Iditarod dog.
16. 14 PHSC Perspective
Freedom Bash event
Student
Veteran
Leaders
—Committed to Serve
Follow the SVA
@PHSC_SVA
at PHSC WC_SVS
17. Fall 2016 15
Comradery lies at the heart of
military culture. So it’s no wonder
that PHSC student veterans Jake
Whetstone and Michael Bradley
hit the ground running together
as the new leaders of the PHSC
Chapter of Student Veterans of
America (SVA), formerly PHSC
Veterans Club. “Our goals include
increasing membership as well
as our presence and veteran
involvement at each campus,” said
Jake Whetstone, SVA Chapter
President. “And, now that we are
new members of the SVA we have
access to excellent resources that
can help us revitalize our program.”
In June, both Whetstone and
Bradley, SVA Chapter Vice
President, attended the SVA’s
Local Leadership Summit held
in Atlanta. The Summit brings
student veteran leaders together to
exchange best practices focusing
on strategic planning and business
plan development for chapters,”
said Whetstone, a U.S. Army
combat medic for six years, who
spent his first full deployment
in Afghanistan.
In just three weeks, the group
secured approval to implement
valor cords for future veteran
graduates and recognition for their
service in PHSC commencement
program booklets. Beginning with
December commencement, veteran
grads can elect to wear red, white
and blue valor cords and their
status as veterans will be noted in
the graduation program.
“Also, we are working toward
PHSC becoming recognized as
‘Military Friendly’ and are in the
process of creating a Veterans
Policy Panel,” said Whetstone.
To build visibility and increase
engagement, the SVA established
its own page on Canvas, PHSC’s
learning management system
for students. “Now we can
directly connect with fellow vets
individually and in groups,” said
Whetstone. “With the SVA’s assis-
tance, we hope to build a vet center,
a place on campus for student
veterans to study and socialize.”
In fact, the PHSC veteran
population has more than doubled
in the last five years. “Many of
our students enrolled on the
Post 9/11 G.I. Bill and we have
a high population of disabled
Vietnam veterans with families
in need,” said Maria Fiene,
Veterans Services Coordinator.
“Military family members now
make up one-fourth of PHSC’s
total veteran population,” she
continued. “Annually, the vet
population contributes more than
$1 million to the College and the
new SVA program expects to boost
enrollment and retention among
that group.”
The new SVA chapter will work
with current student veterans
and build an alumni network to
keep vets connected and involved.
“While I’m a student here, I
want to make a difference,” said
Whetstone who found a new
passion for law and is working
toward an Associate in Science
(AS) degree in paralegal studies.
“We want student vets to be aware
of opportunities for assistance and
to help our community outside our
fences in general—that’s why we
signed up in the first place.”
Involvement in student clubs and
organizations and planning events
are a big part of the revitalized
SVA program. In partnership
with the PHSC chapter of the
Association of Florida Colleges
(AFC), the College celebrated
Flag Day and the U.S. Army’s
birthday in June. “Community
is a core value of AFC. Creating
partnerships with our student
groups allows the chapter to better
serve our constituents,” said Jaimie
Pagels, President of the PHSC
Chapter of AFC and Financial
Aid Advisor. “Synergy is key;
together we will do great things.”
Bradley is no stranger to PHSC.
A graduate of Pasco High School
(1999) and a former PHSC dual
enrollment student, he retired
from his 15-year career with the
U.S. Marine Corps as Aviation
Maintenance Administrative
Specialist. Bradley deployed seven
times—five of those deployments
were combat tours (four times to
Iraq and to Afghanistan). “On my
first day at West Campus I met
Dr. Timothy Beard, the president
of the College. I instantly felt he
was interested in me as a student.
The staff supports your success
making this College a great fit for
vet students, or any student. It’s
an adjustment to go back to school
when being a Marine (or any
member of the armed forces) is all
you know,” said Bradley.
Currently seeking an Associate in
Arts and an AS in IT Networking,
Bradley was originally introduced
to the former PHSC veterans club
by his mentor, Geri Cochran,
PHSC Dean of Institutional
Effectiveness, who encouraged him
to get involved. Bradley said, “SVA
empowers veterans to be informed
consumers of higher education and
make the most of the transition
to civilian life. It’s a great place to
start your college experience as a
veteran student.”
18. 16 PHSC Perspective
The challenge to increase the percentage of nurses who
attain a bachelor’s degree from 50 to 80 percent by
2020 and double the number who pursue doctorates is
a tall order. The recommendation was set forth by the
Institute of Medicine (IOM) Committee (US) of the
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative on
the Future of Nursing.
The IOM recommends nurses,
nursing students and faculty
continue their education and
engage in lifelong learning
that includes opportunities for
seamless transition to higher
degree programs. These recommendations and commu-
nity need sparked the creation of Pasco-Hernando
State College’s online Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(BSN) program.
In line with IOM recommendations, the PHSC BSN
program is designed to prepare graduates of Associate
in Science in Nursing (ADN)
degree programs and/or
diploma programs, who
already hold a registered
nursing (RN) license, to
obtain additional skills in
management, leadership,
PHSC BSN graduates Veronica Huber and Ashley Monsegur at work at The Maternity Suites at Oak Hill Hospital
in Brooksville.
“We built a unique RN to BSN online
program that prepares students
for graduate level studies…”
Daryle Wane, Ph.D., RN to BSN
Director and Professor of Nursing
The BSN Advantage
19. Fall 2016 17
theory and research
which can be
applied towards
professional nursing
practice. “We
built a unique RN
to BSN online
program that pre-
pares students for
graduate level
studies and clinical
research based on
evidence-based
practice,” said
Daryle Wane,
Ph.D., (left) a
board certified
family nurse practitioner and the College’s nursing
director for the BSN program.
Anne Holloman, RN,
(R) a graduate of the
first PHSC BSN
Class (2016) and
labor and delivery
nurse at The Baby
Place at Florida
Hospital Wesley
Chapel (FHWC)
said, “There is so
much to do in the
nursing field and
going as far as you
can in nursing
education, continu-
ally seeking degrees
and certifications to
build your knowledge
opens more doors of
opportunity.” Holloman became a patient care tech
at FHWC in June 2013 while enrolled in an RN
program at a local college. Upon receipt of her RN
degree and passing the NCLEX certification exam,
Holloman took a job as a post/medical surgical nurse.
“My passion was labor and delivery during clinicals.”
The birth of her
first son in 2013 at
left, sealed the deal.
“The Baby Place
staff took great care
of me, my husband
and newborn son.
The level of care
provided by the
nursing staff truly
impacted me—I
wanted to be that
kind of nurse,” said Holloman. Holloman knew she
would continue her education. With her busy life as a
full-time LDRP nurse, the new mom needed a flexible
BSN program to fit her schedule, which she found in
PHSC’s new online BSN program.
“Each semester was well organized
and expectations were clear. I’m
sure there was a lot of preparation
going on behind the scenes, but as
a student, I wouldn’t have known
the BSN program was new. And, I
can’t say enough about Dr. Wane.
She ran the program from the
get-go and is an excellent, com-
passionate mentor, teacher and
peer,” said Holloman.
During the past two years, Wane developed course-
work to be comprehensive, injecting humor into
lessons when appropriate. “I want to keep the material
entertaining and motivational,” explaining that many
students are working on lessons at night after a
12-hour shift, sometimes helping their children with
homework before starting their own. “It’s important to
present the material so that it is fresh and interesting,
understandable and retainable,” said Wane, who
emphasizes evidence based practice (EBP)—
conscientious patient-care decision making using
current best research evidence combined with clinical
expertise and patient values. “In the Community
Nursing course, which is the curriculum’s first clinical
immersion experience (CIE) course, students must
select a topic from the Department of Health and
Human Services Healthy People 2020 objectives.
All lessons lead to the second CIE course, a nursing
capstone experience, in which students select topics
based on interests related to the nursing profession.
Students must receive approval of topics ranging
from nursing education, clinical content, leadership
management—anything that supports and pertains to
nursing professional practice,” said Wane.
Wane doesn’t manage her students alone. The program
employs highly qualified nursing faculty and staff. In
addition, each student admitted into the RN toBSN
program is assigned to a full-time faculty member who
serves as a mentor throughout the student’s tenure
in the program. The BSN mentors support mentees
by clarifying course content and offering any needed
resources; thereby guiding students to meet their
program goals.
Veronica Huber, her best friend Kathleen Webster,
and niece, Ashley Monsegur also are graduates of
the first PHSC BSN class who advanced through the
program together. “Kathleen and I have worked in
labor and delivery together for more than 13 years; we
delivered each other’s children!” said Huber. Although
the three BSN students worked independently,
online, during hours that fit their professional and
personal lives, they shared their experiences as lessons
“…program assures students,
graduates and employers that
PHSC offers a clearly defined,
comprehensive curriculum
that meets established
national standards for the
practice of academic nursing.”
Daryle Wane, Ph.D.
20. 18 PHSC Perspective
PHSC’s first BSN graduating class 2016: Bethany Beard, Hilesca Hidalgo, Christopher Katchold, Prof. Daryle Wane, Ph.D.,
Cheryl Praznovsky, Kathleen Webster, Veronica Huber, Ashley Monsegur and Katherine Himes
Nurses interested in the PHSC BSN online program can apply;
April 1–July 24: August admission & July 31–October 31: January admission
at www.phsc.edu/bsn.
progressed. “It was good to go through the courses
together, to have accountability partners.”
Huber found her passion in 1992 when she began
working as an OB Tech/CNA at Spring Hill Regional
Medical Center. She started pre-requisite courses at
PHSC in 1996 and graduated as an RN from PHSC’s
AS degree in nursing program in 1998. “Ironically,
I had Dr. Wane as my teacher for Maternal Child
Health,” said Huber. “She was passionate, encouraging
and supportive, then and now.” Having been away
from college for nearly 20 years, Huber was originally
dissuaded by the prerequisites needed to enroll in core
BSN courses. “I wasn’t looking forward to algebra and
foreign language! But, I jumped in feet first and it was
a good experience,” said Huber.
First generation college grad Huber believes that
children generally achieve at minimum what their
parents achieve, therefore she sets the bar high for her
four children. First, by attaining the BSN, and now by
pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing with the goal
of becoming a women’s health nurse practitioner.
“The program’s strong curriculum prepared me
to move forward in my studies,” said Huber. “I’m
confident in my ability to practice evidence-based
medicine.” Huber plans to begin her master’s studies
this fall along with Monsegur.
In June, the BSN program, now with 122 enrolled
students, received a full five-year accreditation
from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing
Education (CCNE), an autonomous accrediting
agency, contributing to the improvement of the
public’s health. CCNE ensures the quality and
integrity of baccalaureate, graduate, and residency
programs in nursing. “I am so pleased that we met
all accreditation standards without recommendations
for improvement,” said Wane, who spearheaded the
accreditation effort. “Receiving this accreditation is a
major milestone for our program,” Wane continued,
“and assures students, graduates and employers
that PHSC offers a clearly defined, comprehensive
curriculum that meets established national standards
for the practice of academic nursing.”
For the accreditation process to begin, a cohort of
students must first graduate from the program. Out
of necessity, PHSC’s program was established with
an announcement that accreditation status was being
sought. “Once I realized the program’s accreditation
status, I was already enrolled,” said Holloman. “I had
faith that if I was meant to get into a master’s program,
the PHSC BSN program would be accredited.”
Huber shared similar sentiments when asked about
the new program’s initial accreditation status.
“I had faith—in Dr. Wane and in PHSC.”
21. Fall 2016 19
Forging New
Partnerships
The President’s Institute for College Preparation, Completion,
Certification, and Leadership Development is a new unit of the
College established by PHSC President Tim Beard, Ph.D., that
focuses on literacy, developing community partnerships and
enhancing engagement with a variety of constituents. One goal
of this busy, dynamic group has been to plan and host events
that explore the key topics of teacher preparation, social change,
diversity and a broader-scope STEM.
A successful, inaugural event was a two-day Teacher
Preparation, Social Change and Diversity Summit in May at
the Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch. Professionals from the
National Education Association (NEA), American Federation
of Teachers (AFT), PHSC, USF St. Pete, USF Tampa, Saint
Leo University, Pasco, Hernando and Hillsborough County
Schools, and students from PHSC and USF Tampa, gathered to
participate, collaborate and share ideas. Throughout the summit,
challenges facing teachers and solutions to classroom issues were
a focus of conversation.
“The exchange of current information regarding our constantly
evolving classrooms enhance our university partnerships
and increase cultural understanding within the education
workforce,” explained Lauran Monbarren, Associate
Director for the President’s Institute for College Preparation,
Completion, Certification, and Leadership Development.
“This dialogue is extremely important, helping us to understand
social change and how to best reach our diverse, local
student population.”
The group also sponsored and co-hosted a STEAMM—
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math and Music—
Summit at Saint Leo University in July that focused on the
major areas of aviation, cyber technology and security. Keynote
speaker Captain Barrington Irving, the youngest person
to pilot a plane around the world solo, discussed his 2007
feat and related the experience to overcoming challenges.
Additional professional participants included Sam Walton,
Founder, Walton Academy—Tampa; Johnathan Stanton,
President, LEMA Construction; PHSC faculty and staff;
Saint Leo University faculty and staff; Pasco, Hernando, and
Hillsborough county school team members; military personnel;
and private aviation company employees. Students from Saint
Leo University, PHSC, and K-12 also joined the discussions.
During the event, the group collaborated to better understand
STEAMM’s challenges and potential, including incorporating
the initiative in the classroom.
Keynote speaker Captain Barrington Irving, the youngest person
to pilot a plane around the world solo was keynote speaker at the
STEAMM Summit.
Industry professionals discuss challenges facing teachers during the
Teacher Preparation, Social Change and Diversity Summit.
Photo by Duane Powell
22. 20 PHSC Perspective
FoundationNews
2017 Tournament: Friday, January 27
Foundation Sets its Sights on New Fundraiser
The PHSC Foundation hosted its inaugural Sporting
Clays Tournament in January. Welcoming supporters,
participants and volunteers, the Foundation’s newest
fundraiser provided an exciting, fun-filled day on the
course for all.
The Foundation offers a special thank you to the
tournament’s initial presenting sponsor, LEMA
Construction. Special recognition and thanks go to
Eric Brethen, Jimmy Smith, Monica Mills, the PHSC
Law Enforcement Academy cadets, Insight Credit
Union and the Pasco Sheriff SWAT Team for their
volunteerism and dedication to the event. Mark your
calendars for the 2017 Sporting Clays Tournament,
to be held on January 27, 2017.
Congratulations to the inaugural tournament winners, including:
FIRST PLACE TEAM
Borrell Electric Company:
Keith Hartsfield
David Judd
Aaron Keith
Matt Valentine
SECOND PLACE TEAM
CED/Raybro:
Frank Gonzalez
Matt King
Larry Padron
Gary Pike
TOP FEMALE
Cutler Associates:
Cyndee Dornblaser
TOP MALE
Borrell Electric Company:
Aaron Keith
PHSC Law Enforcement Academy Cadets volunteered for the fundraising event. Borrell Electric team enjoying the tournament.
Giving
and Winn
Togethe
Presenting Sponsor
Sporting
clays
Sporting
claysTOURNAMENT
23. Fall 2016 21
More than 75 percent of full-time faculty
and staff helped raise nearly $50,000
during the 2015 “Giving and Winning
Together Employee Giving Campaign.”
The annual campaign supports PHSC
through student scholarships, faculty
and staff professional development
opportunities, technology projects,
equipment and library resources,
campus construction and reno-
vation, and student recruitment
and retention programs. For the
fourth year in a row, the Spring Hill Campus reached
100 percent participation and the North Campus in
Brooksville achieved a nine percent increase in partici-
pation, the greatest increase among all five campuses.
“The high participation rate at the Spring Hill Campus
is a symbol of the support our faculty and staff give to
our students,” said Karin Glessner, Ed.D., Assistant
Dean Student Affairs and Enrollment Management and
Employee Giving Campaign committee member.
“Each year the Foundation orchestrates an annual fund
drive that incorporates friendly competition between
the campuses,” said Bill Shustowski, Assistant Vice
President, Institutional Advancement/Executive Director
of the Foundation. “In fact, each of our campuses raise
significant funds that contribute to a very successful
campaign each year. It is gratifying to see employees
across the board supporting the Foundation and all that
we do to support faculty, staff and students.”
Since the Employee Giving Campaign was implemented
in 2009, PHSC employees have contributed more than
$275,000 for direct support of the College.
The 2016 Employee Giving Campaign will kick off on
October 12 at All College Day, a faculty and staff
professional development day.
Gift Supports Scholarship Assistance
Edward K. Roberts
The Community Foundation of Sarasota County
recently granted $40,000 from the Edward
K. Roberts Fund to the PHSC Foundation to
provide scholarship assistance to students who
may not qualify for other financial aid during the
summer and fall semesters.
Raised by a single mother, Roberts learned at a
young age the determination and effort required
to overcome obstacles in order to achieve
his goals. Roberts’ success afforded him the
opportunity to become a generous lifelong
donor to PHSC via a fund established with the
Community Foundation of Sarasota County
upon his death in 2009. Roberts continues his
legacy of providing educational opportunities
at PHSC through the Edward K. Roberts
Community College Fund which has benefited
more than 450 students since 2011.
FoundationNews
Recent Gift: $40,000 Edward K. Roberts Community College Fund Scholarship
at the Community Foundation of Sarasota County
CONTRIBUTIONS
TO DATE:
$260,000
inning
her
Campaign Raises Nearly $50,000
TO LEARN MORE, VISIT: phsc.edu/employeegiving
24. 22 PHSC Perspective
FoundationNews
PHSC student speaker Sholae
Korhani-Shirazi represented the
2015–2016 PHSC Foundation
scholarship recipients during the
sixth annual Heart of Gold Donor
Recognition Luncheon in February.
Her words resonated with
the audience as she expressed
appreciation for the scholarship
support she received. “Because of
your generosity, I will achieve my
ultimate dream of becoming a NICU
nurse. Although some days will be a
Luncheon Gleams with Gratitude
challenge, I will have a career that I love and
for that I am thankful.”
Hosted by the PHSC Foundation, the
luncheon provides an avenue whereby
scholarship students have the unique
opportunity to meet with their benefactors
in person to express gratitude for the
educational support they received. Remarks
were also provided by Timothy L. Beard,
Ph.D., PHSC President; Morris Porton,
2015–16 Chair, PHSC District Board of
Trustees; and Skip Miller, Chair, PHSC
Foundation Board of Directors.
25. Fall 2016 23
FoundationNews
The North Campus in Brooksville was home to multi-
ple celebrations on April 20. The PHSC Foundation
honored three major Hernando County donors with
recognition ceremonies. Local philanthropists, college
administration and community supporters joined
PHSC in honoring Ms. Geraldine E. Bishop, the
late Drs. Richard C. and Beatrice S. Braun, and the
Hernando Healthcare Foundation, Inc.
In recognition of their $2.5 million gift to the College,
PHSC named the North Campus B Building (above)
in memory of Drs. Richard C. and Beatrice S. Braun.
The philanthropic Spring Hill couple championed
youth initiatives during their lifetime, specifically
PHSC’s College Yes!, College Reach Out Program,
the Center of Excellence, the National Achievers
Society, and the Take Stock in Children program.
Additional honoree Geraldine Bishop, the 2013
PHSC Distinguished Alumna of the Year, epitomizes
student success. Bishop enrolled at PHSC as an adult,
determined
to better her
life. Upon
completing
her law
degree and
serving for
several years
as General
Magistrate
in Hernando
County, Bishop was determined to give back to the
community. Recognizing Bishop’s philanthropy
through the establishment of several endowed
scholarships with the PHSC Foundation, the College
named the North Campus classroom, B-101, the
Geraldine E. Bishop Classroom.
Hernando County Donors Honored in
North Campus Dedication
The third recognition acknowledged the Hernando
Healthcare Foundation, that established PHSC
nursing and radiography endowed scholarships in
2010. Through continual support, the organization
has provided nearly $450,000 to enable the purchase
of much needed nursing and EMS equipment and
supplies for PHSC’s North Campus. The Hernando
Healthcare Foundation has also generously enhanced
scholarship funding for health care students. In
recognition of their philanthropy, the College named
the expanded North Campus nursing laboratory,
the Hernando Healthcare Foundation, Inc. Health
Occupations Suite.
North Campus B Building named in memory
of Drs. Richard C. and Beatrice S. Braun.
Far left: North
Campus classroom,
B-101, named
the Geraldine E.
Bishop Classroom.
Left: The expanded
North Campus
nursing lab named
the Hernando
Healthcare
Foundation, Inc.
Health Occupations
Suite.
26. 24 PHSC Perspective
Recent PHSC graduate Kevin Kirkland never allowed his
physical and visual disabilities to become a barrier to earning his
college degree. Instead, he accessed resources provided by the
Office of Disabilities Services, enabling him to be successful in
the classroom. Recently, Kirkland provided support through a
$10,000 gift to the department that provided him with much
needed assistance throughout his time at PHSC. Kirkland
attributes his success to Katie Bowman, Psy.D., Associate Dean
of Student Affairs, Engagement and Special Services, and to her
helpful department staff.
“The Office of Disabilities Services provided tutoring, and,
with their help, I successfully completed a challenging micro
applications class,” Kirkland said. “At that point, I recognized
the staff’s dedication. Their support in helping students succeed
ensures that everyone has an equal opportunity.”
Kirkland graduated with his Associate in Arts degree in
December 2015 and hopes to earn his bachelor’s degree in
theology in the future.
Alumnus Supports Disabilities Services
Kevin Kirkland, (’15) presenting the check to Katie Bowman,
Associate Dean of Student Affairs, Engagement and Special Services.
Recent Gift: $10,000 Supports Office of Disabilities Services
Alumnus Kevin Kirkland, Class of 2015
The Pasco-Hernando Workforce Board’s mission is to enhance
the economic development efforts of our region by providing a
well-trained, high quality workforce to support local businesses
and improve the quality of life for residents. PHSC President
Emerita Katherine Johnson, Ed.D., served as a Workforce
Board member and was committed to building a strong economy
through workforce development. In honor of Dr. Johnson’s
service, the Workforce Board of Directors recently established
the Dr. Katherine M. Johnson Annual Scholarship.
“The Pasco Hernando Workforce Board of Directors wanted to
commemorate Dr. Johnson’s many years of tireless and dedicated
service to the businesses and citizens of the region,” said Jerome
Salatino, President/CEO of Career Source Pasco Hernando.
The scholarship will be awarded to students who reside in Pasco
or Hernando County with preference given to veterans, students
re-entering college and students who are 30 years of age or older.
TOTAL GIVING
CONTRIBUTIONS
TO DATE: +$409,000
Scholarship Honors Efforts of PHSC President Emerita
Jessica Griffith, Career Source Marketing and Communications
Specialist; and Jerome Salatino, Career Source President/CEO;
presenting check to (L) William J. Shustowski, Jr., Ph.D.,
Assistant Vice President of Institutional Advancement/
Executive Director of the PHSC Foundation.
FoundationNews
Recent Gift: $1,500 Scholarship Gift
Dr. Katherine M. Johnson Annual Scholarship
27. Fall 2016 25
Thank You
2016 sponsors:
Borrell Electric Company, Inc.
Campo Engineering, Inc.
ConEdison Solutions
Cox Fire Protection, Inc.
Freedom Boat Club
Gerelco Electrical Contractors, Inc.
Hanlon Acoustical Ceilings, Inc.
Harper Limbach, LLC
Harvard Jolly, Inc.
JJ Plumbing of Florida, Inc.
Kenpat Gulf Coast, LLC
LRE Ground Services
Merit Professional Coatings
President’s Administrative Council
RKA Commercial Flooring, Inc.
SESCO Lighting
Skanska USA Building, Inc.
Sunrise Landscape
Contractors, Inc.
Superior Structures, Inc.
Sutter Roofing Company of Florida
Tampa Bay Trane
Tampa Electric Company
Trio Plus Painting, Inc.
Unlimited Site Services, Inc.
Waste Management
Williamson Dacar Associates, Inc.
Wiregrass Ranch, Inc.
A sold-out crowd enjoyed a patriotic
afternoon celebrating Veterans Day
last November, recognizing all those who
served in the armed forces. Hosted by the
PHSC Foundation, the second annual
Salute to Veterans show was highlighted
with a performance by legendary trumpet
player Charley Raymond and The Patriot
Act. PHSC student speaker and Navy
veteran, Vincent Ciarla, addressed the
crowd expressing appreciation for the
fundraising event’s support and empha-
sizing PHSC’s impact in his life.
The event also included remarks from
PHSC President Timothy Beard and a
presenting of the colors by PHSC Law
Enforcement Academy cadets James
Dunn and Weston Howard. Attendees
visited several displays provided by the
Zephyrhills Museum of Military History.
Proceeds from the Salute to Veteran events
benefit the PHSC Veterans Fund. Mark
your calendars for the third annual Salute
to Veterans performance, scheduled for
November 6, 2016.
Left: Timothy Beard, Ph.D.,
PHSC President, and
Master Angler winner
Matthew Niedens, Borrell
Electric Company.
Right: Timothy Beard, Ph.D.,
PHSC President presents
sponsor appreciation to
Roger Stephan, Senior
Vice President, Skanska
USA Building.
Photos by John Stalter
FoundationNews
The 10th Annual Catch and Release Fishing Tournament, pre-
sented by Skanska USA Building and Borrell Electric Company,
was held in April at Catches Waterfront Grille in Port Richey.
Twenty-onecharteredboatsofFoundationsupportersenjoyed
a full day of fishing and entertainment, while raising funds for
the Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation.
This year’s tournament netted more than $36,000 which will
benefit PHSC students, staff and faculty. The Foundation helps sup-
port scholarships, student programs, instructional resources, staff
development and facilities for the College.
Celebrating 10 Years of Success
Salute to Veterans
28. 26 PHSC Perspective
Recent Gift: $2,500
The Rotary Club of New Port Richey has
supported PHSC students for more than
37 years and continues to do so through
eight scholarship endowments that to date
have provided nearly 80 scholarships to
PHSC students. True to the organization’s
motto, Service Above Self, the club recently
contributed nearly $2,500 to be split between
the Jeff Miller/Rotary Club of New Port
Richey Endowed Scholarship and the
Jeffrey M. Bigelow Memorial Scholarship.
Wanting to create a better life for himself
and his family, Jeff Bigelow enrolled at
Tampa College graduating with his bachel-
or’s degree at 37 years old and established
a successful career as a financial advisor.
Shortly after his unexpected passing in 2013
at the age of 58, Bigelow’s wife, Kristine,
along with the Rotary Club of New Port
Richey, established the Jeffrey M. Bigelow
Memorial Scholarship. “I wanted to honor
Jeff in a meaningful way that would have a
lasting impact while helping others,” said
Kristine. This scholarship will be awarded
for the first time during the 2016–2017
academic year. The Bigelow’s daughter,
Lindsey, started classes at PHSC this fall.
The Jeff Miller/Rotary Club of New Port
Richey Endowed Scholarship was estab-
lished in 2011 in honor of Jeff Miller, a local
teacher and creator of fivay.org, a website
dedicated to the history of Pasco County.
Establishing a scholarship in Miller’s name
provided an opportunity for his colleagues and
the Rotary Club to demonstrate appreciation
for the dedicated teacher and his efforts to
preserve the county’s heritage. The popular
Gulf High School teacher of 21 years was
honored with the Teacher of the Year award
in 2004 and 2013.
PHSC student, Kenny Korchak, received
the Jeff Miller/Rotary Club of New Port
Richey Endowed Scholarship last fall.
“Being awarded this scholarship helped
me to pay for the final classes I needed to
acquire my bachelor’s degree,” Korchak said.
“These scholarship funds, combined with
my determination to succeed, enabled me
to be the first in my family to earn a four
year degree.” Korchak graduated with his
bachelors of applied science in supervision
and management this past summer.
Service Above Self
FoundationNews
Kristine Bigelow;
Cindy Ewald,
Rotary Club of New
Port Richey President;
Bill Shustowski,
Executive Director,
PHSC Foundation;
Woody Tucker, Rotary
Club of New Port Richey
Past President; and
Judy Parker, Past Chair,
PHSC District Board
of Trustees.
Jeff Miller/Rotary Club of New Port Richey Endowed Scholarship
Jeffrey M. Bigelow Memorial Scholarship
30. 28 PHSC Perspective
Athletics Update For athletic news visit phsc.edu/athletics
Student-athlete winner Rachel Gardner, PHSC sophomore from
Gulf High School in New Port Richey held a 3.78 grade point
average and was a member of the women’s softball team. The
third baseman batted .298 on the season. Gardner’s community
service included collecting gifts for All Children’s Outpatient
Hospital in New Port Richey and working a softball clinic at
West Pasco Little League.
Student-athlete winner Michael Faul, PHSC sophomore from
Bullitt East High School in Mount Washington, Ky., held a
3.26 grade point average and was a member of the men’s baseball
team. The first baseman is batted .368 with nine doubles and
28 runs batted in. Faul’s community service included the Forest
Lakes Park cleanup and working the PHSC 5k race each of his
two years at the college.
2015–2016 MOST OUTSTANDING PLAYERS INCLUDE:
Amanda Kahn (junior), co-ed cheerleading
Angela Cruz (sophomore), women’s cross
county and half-marathon
Teddi Wright (sophomore), women’s volleyball
Gabriel Steele (freshman), men’s basketball
Clarissa Lynch (sophomore), women’s softball
Jordan Ding (sophomore), men’s baseball
2016 Dr. Debra J. Hay Outstanding Student Athlete Award Winners
Rachel Gardner, Softball Michael Faul, Baseball
SOFTBALL
Regional Play
The PHSC women’s softball team finished their season 22–15
after elimination in the NJCAA DII Southeast District
Tournament in Burlington, N.C. in May. After winning their
first three games to advance to the winner’s bracket, PHSC lost
4–3 to Florence Darlington Technical College in the final of the
district tournament. The team finished the tournament with a
3–2 record and placed three players on the all-tournament
team: Pitcher Clarissa Lynch, Catcher Katie Shoulta and
Emily Stafford.
PHSC Athlete Named NJCAA Elite Hitter
Freshman outfielder Emily Stafford received
the NJCAA Marucci Elite Hitter Award for
District F Regions 8 and 10 Women’s Softball.
Stafford led the PHSC women’s softball team
with a .455 average. She went 51 for 112 on the
season with nine doubles, two triples and one
home run with 21 RBIs. Stafford only struck
out nine times in 122 total at bats.
CHEERLEADING
Team Placed Fourth in Nation
The PHSC two-time state champion cheer team
placed fourth in the nation at the Cheer Ltd.
Nationals at CANAM in the small coed collegiate
division. Also, the team placed first in an all-girl
stunt group division that included flyer Amanda
Kahn with backspot Ashley Morris, and bases
Elizabeth Stowers, Damari Sanchez and Stephanie
Gause. The competition was held at the Myrtle Beach
Convention Center in Myrtle Beach, SC.
31. Fall 2016 29
BASEBALL
Regional Play
The baseball team made the program’s sixth straight
District Tournament appearance. The team was
eliminated from the NJCAA DII Southeast District
Tournament in Burlington, NC in May. PHSC lost
8–3 to Catawba Valley Community College. The team
went 1–2 in the tournament. Starter Alex Atkinson
(4–1) took the loss. Alex Reynolds led the hitters
going two for three with a double and RBI. It was the
sixth straight district tournament appearance for the
program. The team finished the season 32–12–1.
Baseball Players of the Week
Michael Faul, 5'10", 170 lbs., was named Player of
the Week in Division II Region 8 Men’s Baseball
by the National Junior College Athletic Association
(NJCAA) for games played March 7–13. The
freshman from Mount Washington, Ky. boasted a
batting average of .526 with five doubles and 10 RBIs
in seven games played during the voting period. His
efforts helped PHSC to a perfect 8–0 week.
Tanner Thompson, 6'3",240 lbs.,
was named Pitcher of the Week in
Division II Region 8 Men’s Baseball
by the National Junior College
Athletic Association (NJCAA)
for games played March 7-13. The
sophomore from Lithia, Fla. went
2-0 with one save and 0.00 ERA
in three appearances during the voting period. His
efforts helped PHSC to a perfect 8–0 week. In 11 total
innings of work, he allowed no runs, three hits, and
three walks while striking out ten. Thompson also was
named to the NJCAA All-American Second Team.
PHSC Athlete Named NJCAA Elite Hitter
Sophomore third baseman Jordan
Ding was named NJCAA Marucci
Elite Hitter for DII Region 8 Men’s
Baseball. Ding set a single-season
school record with a .467 batting
average that included 12 doubles, six
triples, one home run and 45 RBIs.
Ding also signed a national letter of
intent with Francis Marion University (Florence, S.C.).
In Memoriam
REMEMBERING #18
Brooke Gonzalez
sophomore softball player
Brooke Gonzalez, #18, tragically died after being struck by a car while
out for a jog on the evening of April 25, just a few weeks before she was
set to graduate from PHSC and play in the NJCAA District P softball
tournament in Burlington, N.C. The news of Brooke’s death shocked her
team, coach, students, and the college community. Her teammates gathered
together on the softball field for a special tribute to remember #18.
Kudos to Coach
Steve Winterling, PHSC
Athletic Director, Men’s
Baseball Head Coach,
reached his 600th
win against
Inspiration Academy,
Bradenton, Fla. on February
13, 2016. Now in his 25th
year as head baseball coach
at PHSC, Winterling has
led PHSC to an overall
record of 32-15 and runner-
up finish in the Southeast District Tournament last
season. In 2014, PHSC made a first-ever trip to the
NJCAA Division II College World Series and fourth
place finish. Winterling was recognized as Regional
Coach of the Year by the National Junior College
Athletic Association and American Baseball Coaches
Association in 2014.
32. 30 PHSC Perspective
1998
Anna Marie Isgro, Port Richey, is a disabled veteran
hoping to earn her bachelor’s degree in the near future.
In her free time, she enjoys writing songs, playing
guitar, and spending time with family.
2000
Stacy McClelland (Phillippi), Lutz, earned her
bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of
South Florida. McClelland is a nursing instructor at
PHSC’s Porter Campus.
2007
Alyssa Gunter (Accetta), Tampa, received her
associate’s degree in dental hygiene and her bachelor’s
degree from St. Petersburg College. Later, Gunter
received her associate’s in nursing degree from PHSC.
She currently works in labor and delivery at Tampa
General Hospital.
Alumninotes
2009
McKinnie Lee Sizemore, New Port Richey, is a
DJ and music journalist and recently won a contest
to record for the Poe Cottage, an Edgar Allan Poe
historical site in the Bronx. Sizemore appeared on
Jeopardy! this past April.
2011
Deborah Anderson, Brooksville, graduated Magna
Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in business
administration with a specialization in management
this spring from Saint Leo University. Anderson is a
financial aid specialist at PHSC.
2016
Sholae Korhani-Shirazi, New Port Richey, currently
works as a nurse at G4S Youth Services and BayCare
Health System. She will be pursuing her bachelor’s
degree and hopes to become a neonatal intensive care
unit nurse one day.
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alumniprofile
Tim Moore
Class of 2010
Honored as PHSC’s
2016 Distinguished Alumni
Tim Moore began his career in grade
school, making videos featuring friends
and family. By the time he enrolled as an
Associate in Arts student at PHSC at age
18, the Land O’ Lakes High grad was
already a skilled videographer. One day,
he introduced himself and his work to the
College’s marketing director who was so
impressed with his abilities that he was
hired immediately to produce a series of
commercials that resulted in several high
profile awards. Moore has since parlayed
his talents and energy into creating Tampa
Bay’s largest video production company,
Diamond View Studios.
“I enjoyed my classes at the College and
felt that I had all the support needed to
growasastudentandtomatureasaleader,”
said Moore. “I continued to work on
my skills as a videographer and to build my
business. PHSC was the perfect fit for me.”
While at PHSC, Moore was a member
of the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society,
Phi Beta Lambda Business Program
and was elected President of the Student
Government in 2009. After earning his
AA degree in 2010, Moore continued his
“I had all the support
needed to grow as a
student and to mature
as a leader…PHSC was
the perfect fit for me.”
Tim Moore
Tim Moore with his wife Ashley and their two sons.
education in marketing at the University of
South Florida.
While pursuing his bachelor’s degree,
Moore continued to build his business.
Since establishing Diamond View Studios
in 2011, his start-up com-
pany has turned into a
thriving business with
offices in Tampa and
Miami, and sales currently
topping $5 million annually.
Over the years, Moore has
been recognized nationally
numerous times receiving
awards such as the Telly and the Gold
Addy Award for his company’s work
with clients such as Nationwide, Red
Bull, Gatorade, and many other famous
brands. Diamond View Studios, with its
hip, ultramodern studio, was recently
recognized as a “Best Place to Work in
Tampa” by the Tampa Bay Business Journal.
Moore actively supports the local police
and firefighter associations
in North Hillsborough
County and is on the
Board of Stand Up Tampa
Bay, a volunteer economic
growth initiative led by the
Tampa Hillsborough Econo-
mic Development Committee.
A familiar face at the
College, Moore regularly returns to
PHSC to mentor students by sharing
his creative skills, business wisdom
and encouragement.
At the PHSC
2016 Awards
Banquet are
Tim Moore with
Bob Bade, Ed.D.,
Vice President of
Student Affairs
and Enrollment
Management.
34. 32 PHSC Perspective
Flashback…
Legendary NFL Coach Vince Lombardi
said it best, “Individual commitment to a
group effort—that is what makes a team
work, a company work, a society work, a
civilization work.” These famous words
also ring true in building a successful
athletic program.
It was 1991 when PHSC (then PHCC)
launched the intercollegiate athletics
program—a program that would build
on a strong academic tradition. Then
President, Dr. Milton O. Jones recruited
Coach Bobby Bowman from the
University of South Florida as the athletic
director for the college’s new competitive
program. Bowman also took on the role
of head coach for men’s basketball.
PHSC’s Athletic Director Emeritus
Bobby Bowman maximized the
opportunity in 1991 to create, and
develop over a quarter century, a
nationally respected and competitive
community college, intercollegiate
athletics program. Any new program
will face challenges of developing
plans, obtaining equipment, building
facilities and recruiting talented student-
athletes—even choosing uniforms and
naming a mascot. “Our main goal was
to hire good, quality people—new
coaches—who would work as a team to
support our mission to build a competi-
tive program with class,” said Bowman.
At the same time, Steve Winterling,
then assistant coach at Florida State
University, was recruited as PHSC’s head
baseball coach. “I remember building
the baseball field—from clearing the
land and building dug-outs to chalking
lines on the field. It was an exhausting
but exhilarating time,” said Winterling,
now PHSC’s athletic director. Recruiting
student athletes was a challenge without
having a program in place. In those
early years, Winterling honed his
salesmanship skills. “We did pretty well
for ourselves. In baseball, one of our
first recruits was pitcher Mike Bell, who
currently is the pitching coach at Florida
State University. Interestingly, Mike
hit the program’s first home run!” said
Winterling. An incredible start to what
has proven to be a solid program. In just
three years, Winterling took the baseball
team to their first state finals.
Current Head Coach Tom Ryan was
hired in 1994 to launch the women’s
fastpitch softball program—a move in
line with the state of Florida and the
NJCAA to switch from soft pitch to fast
pitch. Women’s volleyball and tennis
completed PHSC’s five-sport athletics
program. In 2005, cross country replaced
the women’s tennis program. PHSC
was the first college in the state to offer
cross country.
In a decision that opened up additional
opportunities for local athletes and saved
costs, the athletics program shifted
from Division I to Division II status in
2010. “This did not change the caliber of
student-athletes we were able to recruit.
In fact, from day one, part of our mission
was to recruit the best student-athletes
from Pasco and Hernando counties,” said
Bowman. The effort instilled a sense of
pride in our community, of which support
and participation never wavered. “You
can’t always control winning on the court
or the field, but it has been PHSC’s focus
to always try to have a positive impact on
the student-athletes and our community,”
said Winterling.
Winterling and the current athletics
staff continue the program’s strong
tradition and, as the College reflects on
the 25-year anniversary of the athletics
program, it celebrates remarkable success
accomplished in a relatively short history.
Gold Celebrates Silver: Builds an Athletic Tradition
Historical Program Stats:
BASEBALL
Coach Steve Winterling
3 FCCAA State Tournament appearances
(1994, 1995, 1997)
FCCAA State Runner-up (1994)
Won FCCAA Suncoast Conference (1995)
6 NJCAA Southeast District Tournament
appearances (2011–2016)
NJCAA Southeast District
Championship (2014)
NJCAA DII National Tournament (2014)
4th
place
BASKETBALL
Coach Micheal Jones
5 FCCAA State Tournament appearances
3 Suncoast Conference Championships
2 Suncoast Conference
Tournament Championships
NJCAA National Tournament (1998)
3 NJCCAA District VI Tournament
appearances (2011, 2012, 2016)
CROSS COUNTRY/HALF MARATHON
Coach Jacki Wachtel
9 NJCAA National 5k appearances
8 Top 25 performances
13th
Highest finish—(2011, 2012)
1 All American
Half Marathon
5 National Half Marathon appearances
5 Top 10 National Finishes
3 All Americans
SOFTBALL
Coach Tom Ryan
9 FCCAA State Tournament appearances
(97, 98, 99, 00, 02, 03, 05, 06, 07)
FCCAA Suncoast Conference
Co-Champion (1998)
FCCAA State Tournament Runner-up
(1999)
2 NJCAA District P Tournament appearances
(2011, 2016)
NJCAA District P Champions (2011)
NJCAA National Tournament (2011)
5th
Place
4 40-plus wins seasons
VOLLEYBALL
Coach Kim Whitney
3 Suncoast Conference championships
12 Regional Tournament appearances
6 NJCAA National Tournament appearances
NJCAA DII National Championship (2010)
35. Presenting Sponsors
Pasco-Hernando State College Foundation
PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION
7th
ANNUAL Golf Tournament
Player and sponsorship information available at:
www.phsc.edu/foundation/events
Monday, October 3, 2016
9:30 a.m. Shotgun start
Black Diamond Ranch
Quarry Course
Lecanto, FL
Sporting
clays
Sporting
claysTOURNAMENT
Second Annual
Tampa Bay Sporting Clays
Land O’Lakes
Friday, January 27, 2017
2:30 p.m. shotgun start
Player and sponsorship
information available at:
www.phsc.edu/foundation/events
36. P A S C O - H E R N A N D O S T A T E C O L L E G E
Volume X, Issue II
Fall 2016
Perspective
The BSN Advantage
Student Veterans—
Committed to Serve
Presidential Inauguration Raises $100,000
PASCO-HERNANDO STATE COLLEGE FOUNDATION 2016 - 2017 PERFORMING ARTS SERIES
The Rao Musunuru, M.D. Art Gallery will be open one hour before the performance and during intermission.
THE MARLINS
Fri,December 2 • 7 p.m.
Celebrate Christmas
with The Marlins
AMERICA’S DIAMOND
Sat,January 21 • 7 p.m.
Enjoy the Music
of Neil Diamond
SURF’S UP
Sat,February 11 • 7 p.m.
A Beach Boys Tribute
RAVE ON!
Sun,February 19 • 7 p.m.
The Buddy Holly Experience
ALTER EAGLES
Sat,March 18 • 7 p.m.
An Ultimate
Eagles Performance
PHSC Performing Arts Center • West Campus • 10230 Ridge Road • New Port Richey
Tickets available at www.phsc.edu/tix or call 727.816.3707
