News Release Archives

December 2013
Jealous to speak at MLK Celebration at PBSC Jan. 16
Former field worker turned literacy advocate earns her degree from PBSC; Commencement is Dec. 19
Bank of America to be presenting sponsor for Palm Beach State College STEAM event featuring actor John Lithgow

October 2013
“Letters Home” stage play comes to Palm Beach State College Nov. 12
Internationally-Recognized Artist Amalia Amaki to showcase new artwork at Palm Beach State College
All eyes on them: Live webcams allow PBSC science students to watch owls 24/7
Palm Beach State College to remember legendary professor Watson B. Duncan III Oct. 24
PBSC to spend $4 million to move forward plans for Loxahatchee Groves campus
Palm Beach State seeks nominations for 2014 MLK Leadership Awards
Adapting to climate change is lecture topic at Palm Beach State Oct. 23
PBSC Foundation to host world renowned marine biologist Dr. Edith Widder and NASA astronaut Joe Acaba Nov. 7

September 2013
Palm Beach State College to present forum on ethical dilemmas Oct. 15
Palm Beach State College's National Photography & Digital Imagery Competition exhibit begins Oct. 22
Palm Beach State awarded $2.4 million in federal grants to develop job training in IT, welding and machining
PBSC Foundation receives $40,000 for student scholarships through The Florida College System Foundation
Job Fair will bring more than 40 employers to Palm Beach State’s Gardens campus Oct. 3
Palm Beach State College to hold Sept. 11 Remembrance Ceremonies

August 2013
Bell-ringing event at Palm Beach State to mark 50th anniversary of the March on Washington and "I Have a Dream" speech
Palm Beach State honors two outstanding faculty
Ten local artists to exhibit at Palm Beach State art gallery

July 2013
Dale chosen Palm Beach State student trustee
Fernander named Palm Beach State general counsel
Palm Beach State tuition lowest in state, among lowest in nation

June 2013
Crossroads program to end after 30 years
Interior Design Business Partnership Council at Palm Beach State adds new members

May 2013
Heavy Equipment Mechanics program moves from West Tech to Palm Beach State’s Belle Glade campus
Palm Beach State College Golf Classic supports student success and STEAM initiative
Gates Millennium Scholarship winner earns degree from Palm Beach State while in high school

April 2013
Palm Beach State College notes passing of benefactor Dr. Kathryn W. Davis
Palm Beach State College to host international marketplace symposium for entrepreneurs
Four Palm Beach State students named to 2013 All-Florida Academic Team
Palm Beach State issues nationwide call for entries for 3rd National Photography & Digital Imagery Competition
Palm Beach State student earns Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Thumbs up to the first ever 4.0 Achievement Award recipients
Public Safety Training Center grand opening set for April 26 at Palm Beach State College
John Sculley to speak at Palm Beach State College STEAM event
Green Expo at Palm Beach State May 4.
El Bodegon Supermarkets establishes student scholarships at Palm Beach State College
View, buy art from the next Warhol, Dali, de Kooning at annual Palm Beach State College juried student exhibition.
State Board of Education approves new bachelor’s degree concentrations at Palm Beach State College

March 2013
Palm Beach State College is local economic engine
Palm Beach State College Foundation annual Golf Classic at The Country Club at Mirasol May 3
Math magician Dr. Simon Carmel will demystify numbers with “mathemagic” at Palm Beach State Math Awareness Week April 1-4
Spanish Language Celebration to be held at Palm Beach State March 26-27
Former state attorney Ellen D. Roberts featured speaker at annual Women’s History Month event at Palm Beach State

February 2013
Media Advisory: “College is Possible” attracts about 600 high school students and parents
The mysteries of money explained by visiting Notre Dame professor at Palm Beach State College Feb. 13
Congressional gridlock topic of bipartisan forum at Palm Beach State College Feb. 18
Veterans career training focus of Feb. 26 event
Duality of magic and mystery explored in "Dark Crystals" exhibit at the Art Gallery at Eissey Campus

January 2013
Sellout crowd to hear Steve Wozniak at Palm Beach State College STEAM launch Thursday
Seminar to help foreign-educated skilled immigrants will be held at Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach State College opts against Holley site lease
Holocaust scholar delves into a society’s repressed memories at Holocaust Remembrance 2013 on Feb. 12 - 13

December 2012
Southern Poverty Law Center co-founder to speak at King Celebration at Palm Beach State Jan. 17
28-year Army veteran completes bachelor’s degree he’s always wanted
Palm Beach State selects Bennett to lead Belle Glade campus

October 2012
College finalizes land purchase for new campus to be built in Loxahatchee Groves
Helping veterans go from “Battlefield to Business”
“Muses and Sirens” opens Oct. 30 at Palm Beach State art gallery
Palm Beach State Foundation STEAM launch to feature Steve "The Woz" Wozniak
Palm Beach State seeks nominations for 2013 MLK Leadership Awards

September 2012
Palm Beach State awarded $3 million federal grant to develop health information technology programs
Palm Beach State Foundation is building "STEAM" to help students prepare for high-tech, high-demand careers
Job Fair will bring 45 employers to Palm Beach State’s Gardens campus Oct. 4
Entrepreneur Kim Champion to share business success strategies at Palm Beach State College
Center for Bachelor’s Programs Grand Opening Slated Sept. 21 at Palm Beach State College
Two local artists exhibit at Palm Beach State art gallery

August 2012
Palm Beach State honors outstanding faculty
Palm Beach State College and VA Medical Center to host Sept. 11 town hall meeting for returning Veterans
Laura Stevens selected new student trustee
Palm Beach State’s teacher preparation program takes lead in implementing new national standards

July 2012
Palm Beach State earns reaccreditation
Palm Beach State College Banner Center offers Scripps Florida workshops on business of bioscience

June 2012
Palm Beach State to launch Addiction Studies associate degree and certificate programs in August
Barbatis is new vice president of student services and enrollment management at Palm Beach State

May 2012
Palm Beach State College Foundation raises $105,000+ at annual Golf Classic
Palm Beach State’s Technical Education Center achieves LEED platinum
Palm Beach State graduate receives Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
Palm Beach State to award more than 2,100 degrees, certificates at commencement May 8

April 2012
Palm Beach State architecture students develop ideas to enhance the city of Lake Worth
“Get in the Swing” theme of Palm Beach State College Foundation Golf Classic at BallenIsles Country Club May 4
Palm Beach State’s Machining Technology program earns national accreditation
Palm Beach State College to host Spanish Language Week April 16-20

March 2012
Bargain Book Sale prices at Palm Beach State’s annual event
Palm Beach State professor to hold poetry reading April 11
Palm Beach State Center for Business & Entrepreneurship hosts women’s summit
Rewarding careers in education will be the topic of Palm Beach State panel discussion
Columnist to speak at In Celebration of Women event at Palm Beach State March 15
Famed Holocaust scholar and author Nechama Tec featured speaker at Holocaust Remembrance 2012

February 2012
Palm Beach State to host panel discussion on helping professions that pay well
Growth Acceleration Consulting Program kicks off March 8 with free seminar for businesses
Palm Beach State to hold low-cost workshops on clean energy careers
Comedian Marvin Dixon returns to host talent competition at Palm Beach State Feb. 17
Lecture to address national debt's effect on economic future
U.S. Under Secretary of Education Martha Kanter to Explore College Affordability at Palm Beach State Forum
Palm Beach State to help brighten smiles of more than 200 local children
Palm Beach State receives $375,000 grant to boost science instruction
Palm Beach State to launch Ophthalmic Medical Technology associate degree program in August

January 2012
Palm Beach State to honor four at MLK celebration Jan. 12

December 2011
Jeff Johnson to speak at King celebration Jan. 12
Haiti's "Spirit" on display at The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus exhibition
Musical nirvana: Boston Brass "Fanfares" to feature Palm Beach State professor's original composition
Palm Beach State to broadcast commencement ceremonies live on the Web

November 2011
National Science Foundation grant enhances Palm Beach State’s Biotechnology program
Student group at Palm Beach State to host panel discussion on immigration Nov. 8
Link named Trustee of the Year
Palm Beach State College to host Multicultural Film Festival Nov. 16-18

October 2011
Two-year degree programs prepare students for careers in growing professions
Experience the Caribbean through the paintings of artist Elizabeth Erazo Baez at the Dario Gallery
“Letters Home” comes to Palm Beach State Nov. 10
Save the Planet: recycle outdated electronics at the 4th annual Green Expo Oct. 15
Palm Beach State seeks nominations for 2012 MLK Leadership Awards
Nature and creation intersect in “Natural Interactions” at the Art Gallery at Eissey Campus

September 2011
Palm Beach State to host Job Fair and University Transfer Day
Foster named new dean of academic affairs at Palm Beach State in Boca Raton

August 2011
Story of first mainstream Latino comic strip to be exhibited at Palm Beach State’s Dario Gallery
“Passages” features visual and tactile art by two Palm Beach State College faculty
Spotlight shines on Palm Beach State faculty

July 2011
Palm Beach State to launch nursing bachelor’s degree in January
Kaplan named dean of bachelor’s degree programs
Klein named new student trustee

June 2011
Kyle Forbes named head baseball coach at Palm Beach State
Palm Beach State 15th in nation in production of associate degree graduates

May 2011
Palm Beach State to dedicate Fire Training Tower June 14
Palm Beach State to graduate first class of bachelor’s degree students May 9

April 2011
Golf balls rain from the sky at the Palm Beach State College Foundation annual Golf Classic fundraiser
7th Annual Drawing, Painting and Printmaking Competition at the Jan and Gary Dario Gallery April 21 – June 9
Palm Beach State College in Palm Beach Gardens celebrates Earth Day with a number of environmentally-theme activities
Palm Beach State College to celebrate opening of new amphitheater on Palm Beach Gardens campus
Spanish Language Week celebration to be held April 18-23 at Palm Beach State College

March 2011
Palm Beach State celebrates National Library Week with annual book sale
Palm Beach State to host open house for bachelor’s degree in Information Management
Lies, libel and denial the focus of Holocaust Remembrance 2011 at Palm Beach State College March 31
Palm Beach State to host open house for local dental health professionals
Palm Beach State to host panel discussion on careers in education

February 2011
Liz Quirantes to speak at Women’s History Month event at Palm Beach State
Nationally known comedian Marvin Dixon to host talent competition at Palm Beach State
Palm Beach State to host panel discussion on careers in the social sciences
Palm Beach State to help brighten smiles of more than 200 local children this week

January 2011
Nathan Selikoff's solo exhibit “Process & Influence” opens at Palm Beach State College Feb. 16
Center for Applied Ethics gets underway at Palm Beach State
“Civility in Politics” topic of bipartisan forum between two former U.S. Congressmen
Two Notre Dame professors to discuss the role of race and culture in society
Jan & Gary Dario Gallery to feature works of photographer Arnold Levine Jan. 20 – Feb. 24
Palm Beach State chosen to create new Employ Florida Banner Center for Life Sciences

December 2010
Groundbreaking ceremony Jan. 11 for new building to house bachelor’s degree programs
Pastor of historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta to speak at King Celebration Jan. 13.
Foundation receives $20k contribution from Wachovia for FGIC program
89-year-old woman to receive A.A. degree from Palm Beach State

November 2010
Palm Beach State’s Aeronautical Science program to host free pilot safety seminar
New bachelor’s degree in information management begins at Palm Beach State College in spring 2011

October 2010
Palm Beach State to host Multicultural Film Festival Nov. 17-20
Free workshop on Oct. 25 to help small businesses in the Glades
National juried photography and digital imagery competition at The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus
Palm Beach State to Host 3rd Annual Green Expo

September 2010
Hanif to speak at Palm Beach State College on “Muslims in the Media”
Center for Lifetime Learning fall classes begin Oct. 18
Election Forum set for Sept. 30 at Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach State to Host Job Fair & University Transfer Day in PBG
Palm Beach State seeks nominations for 2011 MLK Leadership Awards
Palm Beach State celebrates first new building on Belle Glade campus in 30 years
Local Construction Industry Leader to Speak at Palm Beach State
Veterans’ open house scheduled at Palm Beach State

August 2010
The Art Gallery at Palm Beach State College presents “Figuratively Speaking Invitational”
Palm Beach State College Receives TRiO grant for Student Support Services
Palm Beach State to celebrate first new building on Belle Glade campus in 30 years
Palm Beach State honors six professors and instructors for excellence in teaching
DePuy named dean of bachelor’s degree programs at Palm Beach State

June 2010
Palm Beach State receives approval to offer bachelor’s degree in nursing and information management
College receives $50,000 from The Howard E. Hill Foundation for Technical Education Center
Proper named Palm Beach State College student trustee
Palm Beach State College’s Ben Carhart named baseball first team NJCAA All-American
Palm Beach State to host open house for Trade and Industry programs

May 2010
Palm Beach State College graduate receives Jack Kent Cooke Foundation scholarship
“Memento Mori” mixed media artwork by Judith Berk King debuts at The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus
Inaugural Palm Beach State College Foundation Golf Classic at Bear Lakes Country Club nets $91,000 for students
Palm Beach State to hold two commencement ceremonies May 10

April 2010
Olympic softball player Crystl Bustos to host hitting clinic at Palm Beach State College April 24
Palm Beach State’s Earth Day Celebrations
Palm Beach State College celebrates Spanish Language Heritage Week April 19 -23
Six Palm Beach State College students named to Phi Theta Kappa All-Florida Academic Team
Construction related programs at Palm Beach State receive national accreditation
Federally funded TRIO program participants to paint the homes of two Boynton Beach families
Honors College at Palm Beach State renamed in recognition of Foundation donor
Palm Beach State College at Lake Worth to hold Yom Hashoah ceremony April 9

March 2010
Inaugural Palm Beach State College Foundation Golf Classic set for April 23 at Bear Lakes Country Club
Palm Beach State College issues nationwide call for entries in second Photography/Digital Imagery Competition
Palm Beach State to celebrate 15th Anniversary of The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus and 24th Annual Student Art Exhibition
Palm Beach State presents the 6th Annual Drawing, Painting & Printmaking Competition at Jan and Gary Dario Gallery
Palm Beach State celebrates National Library Week with annual book sale
Panelists to weigh Obama’s first year in office
Defiance author Nechama Tec guest scholar at Holocaust Remembrance 2010 at Palm Beach State College
Free employer booths available at Palm Beach State College Job Fair
Palm Beach State seminar offers economic recovery help for businesses, others

February 2010
WPB Police Chief Delsa Bush to speak at Women’s History Month event at Palm Beach State
Comedian Marvin Dixon to emcee talent contest at Palm Beach State College
Two artists speak their story through their art at “Twice Upon a Time” exhibit
Palm Beach State to host HIV/AIDS Documentary, Q&A with Filmmakers
Palm Beach State College to help brighten local children’s smiles

January 2010
Palm Beach State College honors four at King Celebration
Notre Dame journalism professor to discuss the changing role of modern media
Investigative Journalist Edwin Black will discuss the global energy dilemma
It's official: Palm Beach State College
Sheila Johnson to speak at PBCC King Celebration Jan. 14
PBCC to usher in new name Jan. 12 with “We are Palm Beach State College” celebration

December 2009
“Art of Ink in America – 2010, Florida, USA” at The Art Gallery at Eissey Campus

November 2009
Retired Belle Glade resident donates life savings to endow PBCC scholarship

October 2009
PBCC Celebrates Health Information and Technology Week
Local activists to discuss “America’s Role in the World” at PBCC Nov. 3
The Gallery at Eissey Campus presents “And Four Decades Later" art & photo exhibit

September 2009
PBCC to host Careers in Communication event at Boca Raton
Nichols College to offer master's degrees at PBCC's Lake Worth campus
PBCC seeks nominations for 2010 MLK Leadership Awards
Palm Beach Community College to become Palm Beach State College
Wallace named general counsel for PBCC
“Oil and Fire” features works of south Florida artists at The Gallery at Eissey Campus
Hispanic Heritage Celebration at PBCC to feature art, music and dance

August 2009
PBCC to host 2nd annual Green Expo at Lake Worth
Celebration held for inaugural class of bachelor’s degree students
PBCC to celebrate first class of students in new bachelor’s degree program
PBCC honors six professors and instructors for excellence in teaching

July 2009
Governor Crist discusses Biotechnology and Life Sciences at PBCC
PBCC names student trustee for 2009-2010
Students encouraged to consider "Afternoon College" in preparation for enrollment increase

June 2009
Lotspeich Co. of Florida establishes $27,500 endowment with the PBCC Foundation
PBCC achieves eight national rankings in degrees, certificates awarded
PBCC appoints new provost for Belle Glade campus
PBCC names new provost for Palm Beach Gardens campus

May 2009
Foundation honors 32 donors at Founders & Grand Founders recognition ceremony
Dr. Ramsammy named dean of academic affairs at PBCC
PBCC and the Art Teachers Association present “Earthly Delights”
PBCC to celebrate spring commencement with two ceremonies

April 2009
Global Education Center receives Kellogg grant for immigrant education
PBCC Foundation raises $95,000 with annual Golf Classic
PBCC, Wellington to discontinue lease talks
PBCC celebrates Earth Day with a variety of “green” related events
Nationally known diet and nutrition expert to speak at PBCC April 29
Fashion dream becoming reality for PBCC student
Student art show exhibition opens April 14 at The Gallery at Eissey Campus

March 2009
PBCC receives grant to attract more minorities into math and science
PBCC student receives $2,500 scholarship from PGA Corridor Association
PBCC celebrates National Library Week with annual book sale
PBCC to host open house at Lake Worth
PBCC to host annual Job Fair
SBDC at PBCC to host Small Business Issues Forum
PBCC annual Golf Classic set for April 17 at Binks Forest Golf Club
Notre Dame law professor to discuss human rights issues at PBCC
PBCC alumna honored during Dental Assistant Recognition Week

February 2009
Historian Christopher Browning featured speaker for Holocaust Remembrance
Crossroads presents annual Women’s History event, “In Celebration of Women”
PBCC Eissey Campus gallery to showcase original ceramic works
Nationally known comedian Marvin Dixon to emcee talent competition at PBCC
PBCC music student wins in statewide competition
PBCC to provide free dental hygiene services for 150 Head Start children Feb. 6
PBCC named host institution for Small Business Development Center
PBCC celebrates Career and Technical Education month with career related events

December 2008
PBCC to celebrate fall commencement with two ceremonies
Accreditation agency approves PBCC to offer bachelor’s degree
PBCC names new dean of academic affairs for Boca Raton campus
PBCC athletes sign national letters of intent

October 2008
Soldier injured in Afghanistan among speakers at PBCC Veterans Day program
Barack Obama to host jobs summit at PBCC
PBCC to break ground on Technical Education Center in Belle Glade
PBCC Gardens campus to host Job Fair and University Transfer Day
The Jan & Gary Dario Gallery presents “The Ramos Master Collection” paintings

September 2008
Countess de Hoernle portrait unveiled at high tea
PBCC seeks nominations for 2009 Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Awards
PBCC to host Green Expo – Green Ideas for Today
Yvonne Boice to present at first Women’s Leadership Institute
PBCC holds grand opening for new science building
Renaissance Foundation establishes scholarship for PBCC health care students
PBCC to hold grand opening for new science building at Lake Worth campus

August 2008
PBCC closes because of Tropical Storm Fay
Anderson named PBCC’s VP of student services and enrollment management
Pratt & Whitney gift to expand PBCC Math & Science Institute
PBCC appoints new dean of student services for Boca Raton campus

July 2008
PBCC President named to Florida College System Task Force
Ray named new dean of baccalaureate studies
PBCC Interior Design program gains accreditation from NKBA
PBCC selects new student trustee
Palm Beach Community College names new equity officer

June 2008
PBCC names new athletic director and women’s basketball coach
Palm Beach Community College organization to host Juneteenth Celebration

May 2008
PBCC Foundation raises $100,000 with annual Golf Classic & The Finer Things
PBCC graduate receives Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship

April 2008
PBCC employees, students to paint two Riviera Beach homes
Cuban artist Cesar Garcia exhibit “Beyond Perception” debuts May 13 at PBCC
PBCC to join millions of activists across the globe celebrating Earth Day
“Movies of the Mind” series to discuss social issues depicted in cinema
Former Wellington mayor proposes PBCC campus for Village

March 2008
The Gallery at Eissey to exhibit emerging student artists’ original works
Mena portrays Cuban Freedom Fighter José Martí in “Road Scholars” performance
Palm Beach Community College Golf Classic set for May 2 at PGA National

February 2008
Crossroads presents “In Celebration of Women” during Women’s History Month
Annual Job Fair at PBCC expected to be largest in area
Author & scholar Debórah Dwork guest speaker for Holocaust Remembrance
PBCC gains state approval to offer Bachelor’s Degree in Supervision & Management
PBCC Eissey campus will hold first juried photography competition
Palm Beach Community College and FPL partner on innovative training program
Notre Dame professor to discuss globalization during lecture at PBCC
Artist Sana Musasama Lecture & Workshop on Gardens Campus
Gardens Campus Gallery to Exhibit "Food for Thought"
College Goal Sunday to help overcome financial barriers to higher education

January 2008
PBCC to celebrate Black History Month with series of events
PBCC to focus on global warming in nationwide event
170 Supporters of PBCC Attend 'Shifting Sands' Gala in Boca Raton
Ribbon-cutting set Jan. 18 for PBCC BioScience Technology Complex
PBCC to honor three individuals, organization at King celebration

December 2007
New PBCC BioScience Technology Complex to open for classes Jan. 7
The Gallery at Eissey Campus to exhibit "Celebration of Diversity-Women Artists"
Giovanni to speak at PBCC's King celebration
Wachovia Bank donates $15,000 to PBCC’s First Generation in College Fund
Palm Beach Community College awarding 1,929 degrees at commencement
Music industry pioneer to exhibit his work at PBCC gallery
PBCC to hold commencement for certificate graduates Dec. 12

November 2007
PBCC's Duncan Theatre Presents Five Entertainment Treats in January
Breakers’ landscape manager shares his expertise in PBCC course
PBCC Players to perform absurd comedy
Grant money will help continue PBCC success
Auditions being held for Comedy and Talent Explosion
PBCC Foundation to host ‘Shifting Sands’ Gala in Boca Raton

October 2007
Palm Beach Community College honors veterans
“Service-Learning” activities make learning relevant
PBCC to host candlelight vigil to honor victims and survivors of domestic violence
PBCC hosts Job Fair with more than 50 employers
PBCC seeks nominations for 2008 MLK Leadership Awards
‘Golden Age of Jazz’ photos featured in college exhibition

September 2007
Overwhelmed community colleges add “new large urban college”
Moore named dean of educational services at PBCC in Belle Glade
Delgado named director of new Global Education Center at PBCC
PGA Corridor Association establishes major scholarship at PBCC
PBCC joins others to pick up coastal trash and debris

August 2007
PBCC's enrollment climbs as it faces possible budget cuts
PBCC Lake Worth gallery celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
PBCC student awarded Coca-Cola scholarship
PBCC honors professors of the year
New provost named for PBCC at Boca Raton
Mixed media sculpture exhibit features Cuban rafters
Cuban artist Darwin Leon exhibits work

July 2007
Desir appointed new PBCC student trustee
Booker named new Palm Beach Community College athletic director

June 2007
PBCC Foundation Golf Classic raises $60,000
Palm Beach Community College math professors win statewide award

May 2007
PBCC awarded $1.25 million to continue Upward Bound
Construction graduates ready to make their dreams come true
PBCC cancels May 23 community forum
Palm Beach Community College to hold community forum May 23
PBCC to award 1,500 degrees & certificates at two Commencement ceremonies

April 2007
PBCC to hold Virtual Job Fair
Afternoon of pampering pays off in student scholarships
PBCC golf tournament pays off in student scholarships

March 2007
Exhibition for student artists features framed, original work for sale
Kathryn W. Davis Global Education Center to be established w/$1 million gift
Lecture focuses on Florence’s mathematical sites
PBCC convenes state, local leaders to address gang violence

February 2007
PBCC Car Show Promises Beautiful Cars and Great Career Opportunities
Program brings back women from the past to celebrate Women’s History Month
Visiting Scholars program at PBCC to present photographer-artist Nancy Ellison
One of the area’s largest job fairs to be held at PBCC March 29
Prominent Holocaust scholar to lead Holocaust Remembrance Day at PBCC
College Goal Sunday helps students overcome financial barriers
“Movies of the Mind” devoted to making you think
National art competition exhibition opens Feb. 27
PBCC & Notre Dame Alumni Club to sponsor lecture on “Religion & the Constitution”
PBCC Criminal Justice Institute Recertified

January 2007
Comedian Marvin Dixon to host talent competition at PBCC
Author to speak on Hemingway's "sensitive side"
PBCC continues to offer free construction classes to Glades area workers
RFK staffer to share his memories of 1968 campaign
“Southern Crossings II” exhibit features chalk landscapes & satirical sculpture
PBCC to honor three individuals, organization at King Celebration Jan. 11

December 2006
PBCC commencement set for Dec. 19
Attorney Wille Gary to speak at PBCC King Celebration
Final auditions for Comedy and Talent Explosion set for Jan. 6

November 2006
Ceramic sale to offer unique gifts and collectibles
NCBAA seeks talent for 2007 Comedy and Talent Explosion

October 2006
Powerful narrative of the Everglades to be featured in college lecture
Medal of Honor recipient to speak at Veterans' Day Celebration
PBCC at Palm Beach Gardens to host Job Fair
PBCC seeks nominations for 2007 MLK Leadership Awards
PBCC's Duncan Theatre Announces End of EmergingCinemas Film Series
Wachovia Bank donates $10,000 for First-Generation-in-College Fund at PBCC

September 2006
PBCC student elected secretary of statewide organization
PBCC to unveil 9/11 memorial walkway
State grants boost three workforce programs

August 2006
Palm Beach Community College to be closed Tuesday
PBCC names new director to lead Criminal Justice Institute
Dr. Mabry named academic dean at PBCC in Boca Raton
PBCC honors professors for excellent teaching
PBCC to expand Talent Search program to eight schools
Baumel elected to chair Board of Trustees

July 2006
PBCC film students to compete internationally in 48 hour film competition
First 'high performers' complete training
First-generation college students to get a boost from baseball fund raiser

June 2006
PBCC names new vice president of student services

May 2006
Scholarship established in honor of deceased firefighter
PBCC Partners with IRCC for Medical Programs
Mother and daughter among PBCC's spring graduates
PBCC Sonography program receives accreditation
Rogers selected for national Leaders Program

April 2006
PBCC expands science offerings with new building
Florida Artist Group to display work
PBCC to break ground on BioScience Technology Complex Thursday
2006 Car and Motorcycle Show
Public invited to PBCC film screening
PBCC fundraiser celebrates golf, tennis and “the finer things” of life

March 2006
PBCC to hold In Celebration of Women March 23
Job Fair set for March 28 at PBCC
PBCC fundraiser celebrates "the finer things" of life
Professor's gift to college provides foundation for Campus Green
Biotech groundbreaking emphasizes links to community
Emerging artists' exhibition features framed, original work for sale
PBCC to hold its second Virtual Job Fair

February 2006
PBCC to host fourth annual small business development reception
Comedian Arvin Mitchell to host talent contest at PBCC
Palm Beach Community College introduces podcasting
Jazz Brunch to benefit Palm Beach Community College
Nationally recognized author to speak on etiquette in the workplace
Up from the Muck author to have book signing at PBCC
PBCC to rededicate Britton G. Sayles Social Science Building

January 2006
PBCC selected as finalist for national curriculum award
PBCC names new Foundation director
PBCC to honor four individuals at MLK Celebration Breakfast Jan. 12
Best-selling historical novelist returns to her alma mater
College art faculty to exhibit work
PBCC wins national curriculum award
PBCC to hold Black History Month events
College-bound students to get assistance with money for college

December 2005 News Releases
Author and journalist Juan Williams to speak at King celebration
Vibrant paintings by Cuban-American artists highlight January exhibit
PBCC begins Teacher Certification Program
PBCC instructor finds unique way to "treat the troops"
PBCC to award about 1,000 degrees this fall
Glades area residents to be trained for Everglades restoration and construction boom

November 2005 News Releases
Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network donates $12,000 to PBCC
PBCC seeks nominations for 2006 Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Awards
Authors Bob and Melinda Blanchard to speak at PBCC

October 2005 News Releases
Satiric film wraps up Hispanic Heritage celebration at PBCC
Reunion set for Palm Beach County's first college for blacks
PBCC at Palm Beach Gardens to host Job Fair Nov. 3
Veterans Day observance recognizes families' sacrifices
Workshop examines bilingual careers in the global village

September 2005 News Releases
Martin Scorsese film examines the notoriously private Bob Dylan
Portuguese Azulejos inspire ceramic artist Nazare Feliciano
Duncan Theatre announces partnership with Emerging Pictures
PBCC names new provost for Glades
Chain-of-Lakes restoration project establishes nature lovers' escape

August 2005 News Releases
Seven finalists vying for Glades provost position
Free technology seminar for small businesses set for Aug. 25 at PBCC
Zonta Club donates $60,000 to PBCC at Boca Raton
PBCC Names Leslie Rowls interim women's basketball coach
PBCC honors six professors for outstanding teaching

July 2005 News Releases
Finale Festival at PBCC Open to Public
PBCC Paramedic Students Win Big in State Competition
PBCC Organization Donates School Supplies to Panama
PBCC Hires Major League Scout to Coach

May 2005 News Releases
Summer Camp Offers Unique College Experience
Auto Show Set for May 15 at PBCC
Approximately 1,000 Students to Graduate

April 2005 News Releases
Paralegal Assoc. Awards Scholarship to PBCC Student
PBCC GOlf Classic Set at Breakers
PBCC to Host Community Forum at LWHS
New Gallery Exhibit to Promote Graphic Design
PBCC Students Make All-Academic Team

March 2005 News Releases
PBCC To Open RN Program in Belle Glade
Gospel Showcase to be Held at PBCC Duncan Theatre
Musical Collaboration Depicts Americans' Collective Journey Since 9/11
First PBCC Automotive Program Graduates
Women's History Reclaimed
NAACP Honors PBCC Provost

February 2005 News Releases
Notre Dame Anthropologist to Address Great Gender Divide
Juried Art Competition to Feature 65 Works
Arts Supportees Celebrate PBCC Humanities Opening
Comedian Benji Brown to Host Talent Show at PBCC

January 2005
PBCC First Black Graduate Returns
Business Development Reception
Gallery Celebrates 10 Years
Summer Program Offers Free Tuition and Books
Lake Worth Fountain Courtyard Dedication

December 2004
Students join industry mentors to solve world problems with technology

November 2004
UM ceramic artists featured at Gallery exhibition
Common grounds opening reception cancellation
PBCC counselor Peters takes helm of FACC
Beautiful art pieces offered for the Holidays

October 2004
PBCC at PBG to host Job Fair
Golf tournament to send Veterans to college
Vivid oils convey inner emotions in Caruso exhibit
PBCC professors available to discuss election
Students compete for right to be called Mr and Ms PBCC

September 2004
Yvonne Boice to chair PBCC Boca Tech opening

August 2004
LW Testing Center named one of top 100
Five PBCC professors honored
Nationally recognized ceramicist Christine Federighi to exhibit recent works

July 2004
Glades youth learning to preserve Everglades
Art showcases lifetime of work by PBCC professor
LW Testing Center named one of top 100

June 2004
Widow of WW II vet to donate survivor's flag
Rogers appointed Dean of Health Sciences and Occupational Programs

May 2004
PBCC’s Dennis Gallon heads to Israel
PBCC students make All-Florida Academic Team
Workplace Spanish Program Wins State Award
PBCC VP of Workforce Development Retires

April 2004
Car Show Open House at PBCC
ETC construction contributes to economic impact
PBCC professor Miles to teach in Eastern Europe
PBCC to host Community Forum at LW High School
PBCC Gallery to exhibit student art
Brain Bowl team wins 3rd in National Competition
Gospel showcase to be held at PBCC
PBCC lands $75,000 grant to help eighth-graders with algebra
PBCC announces Life Skills Conference for at-risk high school seniors
NASA-inspired project teaches basic rocket science
American Legion Golf Tournament
Foundation Golf Tournament raises $32,000

March 2004
Over 50 employers to attend Job Fair at PBCC
PBCC Crossroads Program celebrates 20 years

February 2004
Gallon and two other PBCC employees are NAACP honorees
PBCC celebrates Black History Month
May course in Spain to teach global competence
PBCC Golf Classic & Finer Things set at The Falls
State Representative Hank Harper to address PBCC students
Brain Bowl team headed to State Championship
Photojournalist Alyx Kellington to speak at Women's History Month

January 2004
PBCC to honor several at MLK Breakfast
PBCC Library offers new online reference services
Students compete for scholarships in Talent Contest
PBCC Faculty artists display their latest

December 2003
Ramsammy named Professor of Year
Nearly 1300 graduate PBCC

November 2003
Huge plant sale a “Garden Party”
Gospel singer CeCe Winans to perform at PBCC
"Abstract Connections" feature ceramic art
Cece concert cancelled

October 2003
Athletic director headed for Hall of Fame
Learning for the LOVE of it
Medical imaging lab in PBG gets $500,000 upgrade
Participate in PBCC 70th anniversary celebration
PBCC at PBG to host PantherFest

September 2003
PBCC at Boca Raton hosts workshop on computer careers
Federal grant will boost student retention

August 2003
Summer programs stem rising cost of College
PBCC celebrates 70 years
Fundamental basketball clinic
Mixed media artist Diane Arrieta kicks off season at The Art Gallery on Eissey campus
Five PBCC professors honored for excellent teaching

July 2003
PBCC hires new Chief Information Officer Parziale
PBCC aids Naval Reserves to maintain readiness

June 2003
Glades youth learning to preserve Everglades
Chanita Olds named PBCC women's basketball coach
Student organization co-sponsor National HIV Testing Day
Spanish class geared for working professionals
PBCC 10th largest producer of AA degree in US
PBCC launches new Crime Scene Technology degree

May 2003
Over 1100 graduates will march May 8
Summer programs offer free tuition and books
PBCC professors to headline ‘Lunch & Launch’
Professor Ramsammy teaches anatomy
Students honored for academic excellence
Pat Richie Dean of Workforce Development
PBCC student heads statewide organization

March 2003
PBCC hosts Business Development Reception
PBCC wins gold Paragon Award
PBCC students named to 2003 All-Florida Academic Team
Job Fair at PBCC in LW
PBCC and the AAUW to host ninth-grade girls in Sister-to-Sister Summit
Softball coach inducted into Alma Mater Hall of Fame
Community forum at LW High School
Dean McIsaac chosen for National Leadership Program
PBCC experts available to discuss Iraq war
Fine arts students receive scholarships
Student winner of 70th Anniversary Poster Design Competition

February 2003
PBCC celebrates Black History Month
VP Becker appointed to National Advisory Council
Over 40 employers recruit at PBCC Job Fair
Innovative expressionist painter to exhibit & lecture on his work
PBCCcelebrates Women's History Month

January 2003
Chief Justice to speak at MLK Celebration
Popular paintings displayed for Black History Month
Personal enrichment courses teach, inspire and motivate
Students vie for $1500 in scholarships in Talent Contest

November 2002
Outstanding transfer students from PBCC nationally recognized
Classes that motivate employees are now available to individuals
Humanities dean gains leadership skills
New community-based outreach program to steer low-income adults to college
“Photo-Impressionism” on display at The Art Gallery at Eissey campus

October 2002
‘Topping Off Celebration’ for new $25 million Education & Training Center
Over 60 employers will participate in annual Job Fair at PBCC
PBCC launches Child Care Mentor and Training program
Soul-filled images promote profound experience at Art Gallery on Eissey Campus
Learning Unlimited offers personal growth and enrichment classes
PBCC at Boca Raton hosts workshop on communication careers
Flu vaccines being offered at PBCC
PBCC President to help paint homes as part of National Make a Difference Day
PBCC receives $3.7 million to help with teacher certification & recruitment

September 2002
PBCC will offer free Department of Education grant writing seminars
PBCC gains 10% enrollment jump
PBCC at Boca Raton hosts workshop on art and design careers
Local news anchor to speak at Hispanic Heritage Celebration at PBCC
PBCC names new Foundation Director

August 2002
Painting professor to exhibit work at PBCC gallery
PBCC is raising a village for Lincoln Elementary youth
PBCC partners with company that “revolutionized the truck driving school business”
PBCC receives $258,555 grant for Nursing scholarships
William Howden elected chairperson of PBCC District Board of Trustees
PBCC student awarded $1,000 from Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation
PBCC & U.S. Sugar join forces to meet high demand for skilled welders in the Glades

July 2002
PBCC names new Belle Glade dean

June 2002
Dr. Vallejo elected vice president of NCCHC
Bill Graham receives FSBA President’s Award

May 2002
PBCC President receives UF Outstanding Graduate Award
High-tech youth strengthen PBCC’s Summer Youth College

April 2002
PBCC showcases local talent at library week celebration
PBCC students join All-Florida Academic Team
Local employers say PBCC’s online job service couldn’t be easier
PBCC’s Environmental Studies earn national recognition
Fahrenheit 451 "Read Together" finale to be held at PBCC