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SSC Employees Preview New Esports Lab

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In this photo, Seminole State College faculty and staff tour the new Esports Lab during a workshop hosted Thursday, June 4 by the Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institutions federal grant program.

Seminole State College employees previewed the new Esports Lab during a workshop hosted Thursday, June 4 by the Native American Serving Non-Tribal Institutions federal grant program. The event gave faculty and staff the opportunity to tour the lab, learn about the room’s technology and hear an overview of the esports program before the lab’s grand opening this fall

In this photo, SSC NASNTI Computer Science Specialist Alecia Bailey leads employees through the new Esports Lab, allowing them to sit at individual stations and learn about the high-tech devices available in the space.

SSC NASNTI Computer Science Specialist Alecia Bailey led employees through the new Esports Lab, allowing them to sit at individual stations and learn about the high-tech devices available in the space. The workshop also featured presentations on room access, program details, scholarship opportunities and live streaming.

Oklahoma Colleges Partner to Share Library Services

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In this photo, Rose State College President Travis Hurst, Seminole State College President Lana Reynolds and Redlands Community College President Jena Marr sign a memorandum of understanding June 2 at Rose State College. The agreement allows the three institutions to share professional library services beginning July 1, 2026.
Rose State College President Travis Hurst, Seminole State College President Lana Reynolds and Redlands Community College President Jena Marr sign a memorandum of understanding June 2 at Rose State College. The agreement allows the three institutions to share professional library services beginning July 1, 2026.

Rose State College, Redlands Community College and Seminole State College have entered into a memorandum of understanding that will allow the three institutions to share professional library services beginning July 1, 2026.

Under the agreement, Rose State College will provide a qualified librarian to serve as the librarian of record for Redlands and Seminole State. The position will support accreditation requirements, assist with library planning and assessment and help strengthen research services for students and faculty at each institution.

“Libraries remain central to student learning, academic achievement and institutional excellence,” Rose State College President Travis Hurst said. “This partnership demonstrates how colleges can work together to strengthen services, expand opportunities for students and faculty and make effective use of shared expertise.”

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SSC Board Welcomes New Regent

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In this photo, Former State Senator Harry Coates administers the oath of office to his wife, Haley Coates, during the SSC Board of Regents meeting on May 21.
Former State Senator Harry Coates administers the oath of office to his wife, Haley Coates, during the SSC Board of Regents meeting on May 21.

The Seminole State College Board of Regents convened May 21 to consider items related to faculty tenure, campus improvements and academic program modifications.

At the beginning of the meeting, Haley Coates was sworn in as a Regent by her husband, former State Senator Harry Coates. Coates was appointed to fill a vacancy on the SSC Board by Gov. Kevin Stitt and confirmed by the Oklahoma State Senate Education Committee at the State Capitol on April 28.

Coates is the owner of HC Investments and Downtown Floral Co. in Seminole. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Central Oklahoma and is a graduate of Leadership Seminole Class of 2022. She is a member of the Seminole Chamber of Commerce and Fostering Little Angels. She previously served as a trustee for the SSC Educational Foundation.

Following the swearing-in ceremony, Vice President for Finance, Grants and Enrollment Melanie Rinehart presented the College’s financial report through April 30, along with a report on purchases over $15,000 for March and April. The Board approved both reports.

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Pitts Family Helps Bring New Video Sign to SSC Campus

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In this photo, Former Seminole State College Regent Ryan Pitts and his wife Hillary stand beside the College’s new 9-foot by 10-foot, 3-inch LED video sign on campus.

Former Seminole State College Regent Ryan Pitts and his wife Hillary stand beside the College’s new 9-foot by 10-foot, 3-inch LED video sign on campus. The sign, an electronic messaging center with full video capabilities, will be utilized to announce upcoming events and inform the community about campus news. The construction of the sign was made possible in part by the lead financial gift provided by the Pitts family. Pitts, who served on the SSC Board of Regents from 2020 to 2025, now serves as special judge for Hughes and Seminole counties.

SSC Announces Kids on Campus Summer Camps

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In this photo, SSC faculty and staff members are shown helping children plant succulents during the 2025 Kids on Campus Sumer Camp.
Seminole State College will host three summer camp opportunities for children in June, including Kids on Campus, STEM Camp and Esports Camp. Camps will include activities in art, fitness, agriculture, architecture, robotics and esports career exploration.

Seminole State College will host three summer camp opportunities for children in June: Kids on Campus, STEM Camp and Esports Camp.

Kids on Campus will be held June 1-4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The four-day camp is open to incoming first through eighth graders. The cost is $200, and lunch is included.

Camp options for incoming first through third graders include Mini Makers Art Lab, Wild Child Fitness Camp, Jr. NextGen Agriculture and Jr. Brickitects. Camp options for incoming fourth through eighth graders include The Art Lab, The Fitness Lab, NextGen Agriculture and Brickitects: LEGO City Lab.

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Spring Honor Roll Recognizes SSC Students

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Seminole State College has released the names of the students who were named to the President’s, Vice President’s and Part-Time Students’ Honor Rolls for the Spring 2026 semester.

Seminole State College has released the names of the students who were named to the President’s, Vice President’s and Part-Time Students’ Honor Rolls for the Spring 2026 semester.

Seminole State College has released the names of honor roll students for the 2026 spring semester. Three separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievements. This semester 455 students were named to either the President’s, Vice President’s or Part-Time Student’s Honor Rolls.

The President’s Honor Roll is comprised of students who maintain a perfect 4.0 grade-point-average in at least 12 credit hours of coursework.

Students named to the Vice President’s Honor Roll must have a 3.5 grade-point-average or better and no grade below a “C”.

The Part-Time Students’ Honor Roll is for students who maintain a 3.5 grade-point-average with no grade below a “C” in at least six but less than 12 college credit hours.

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Academy Senior’s Eagle Scout Project Enhances SSC Campus

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In this photo, Caleb Philips, a senior at The Academy of Seminole, stands beside the newly reconstructed bridge alongside the north pond on Seminole State College’s campus.

Caleb Philips, a senior at The Academy of Seminole, stands beside the newly reconstructed bridge alongside the north pond on Seminole State College’s campus. Philips completed the bridge reconstruction as his Eagle Scout project and will graduate this spring with both his high school diploma and an associate degree from SSC. He has been accepted to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he plans to study nuclear engineering.

Lighting the Way for Service

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Seminole State College held a pinning ceremony at the Enoch Kelly Haney Center on May 10, following the college’s Commencement exercises for nursing students expected meet degree requirements this semester.  The pinning ceremony included candle lighting, signifying the transition from student to one of service.

In this photo, SSC Nursing Director Ann Benson presides over the Seminole State College Nursing pinning ceremony.

SSC Nursing Director Ann Benson presided over the ceremony.

In this photo, Students graduating from the program light candles during the pinning ceremony (pictured left to right) are: Whitney Zuck, Ashley Thompson, Shelbie Stephens, Riley Smith, Amanda Smith, Brittany Snolis-Hernandez, Maranda Green and Tabitha Dandridge.

Students graduating from the program (pictured left to right) are: Whitney Zuck, Ashley Thompson, Shelbie Stephens, Riley Smith, Amanda Smith, Brittany Snolis-Hernandez, Maranda Green and Tabitha Dandridge.

In this photo, Seminole State College graduates are seated inside the Raymond Harber Field House during the College’s 93rd Commencement Exercises on May 8.

SSC Announces Expected Graduates

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Seminole State College students completing degree requirements at the end of the 2026 spring and summer semesters, along with 2025 fall graduates, participated in the College’s 93rd Commencement Exercises on Friday, May 8.

The graduation ceremony was held at 10 a.m. inside the Raymond Harber Field House on campus. SSC Board of Regents Chair Marci Donaho served as the featured guest speaker.

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