Students Complete President’s Leadership Class Program at SSC

May 7, 2025Josh Hutton

In this photo, pictured, seated, left to right are: Ricky McCullough, Del City; Daphne Lamoureux, Seminole; Cooper Hamilton, Tahlequah; Amberlynn Mathews, Seminole; Logan Hill, Piedmont; Clayton Moore, Norman; and Cole Girard, Piedmont. Pictured, standing, are SSC President Lana Reynolds and Director of Community Relations and PLC sponsor Kim Pringle.

Seven Seminole State College sophomores in the President’s Leadership Class (PLC) were recognized for completing their two-year commitment to the scholarship program during a luncheon on May 5 with (pictured, standing) SSC President Lana Reynolds and Director of Community Relations and PLC sponsor Kim Pringle. The PLC program offers students opportunities to develop leadership skills through both academic and extracurricular experiences. Members of the program volunteer within the community and assist with numerous campus events throughout the academic year. Students completing the program (pictured, seated, left to right) are: Ricky McCullough, Del City; Daphne Lamoureux, Seminole; Cooper Hamilton, Tahlequah; Amberlynn Mathews, Seminole; Logan Hill, Piedmont; Clayton Moore, Norman; and Cole Girard, Piedmont.

SSC Inducts Four Students into Psi Beta Honor Society

May 6, 2025Josh Hutton

Pictured (left to right): Nicholas Johnson of Tecumseh, Lenny Davidson of Meeker, Cody Hisaw of Shawnee and Mackenzie Harris of Shawnee were inducted into the Seminole State College Psi Beta Honor Society for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Four Seminole State College students were inducted into the Psi Beta National Honor Society in Psychology for the 2024-2025 academic year during a special ceremony held Thursday, May 1.

The new inductees include Mackenzie Harris and Cody Hisaw of Shawnee, Nicholas Johnson of Tecumseh and Lenny Davidson of Meeker. Each student received a certificate of membership, an honor stole to wear at commencement, and SSC memorabilia to mark the occasion.

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SSC Baseball and Softball Teams Begin Postseason Play

May 6, 2025Josh Hutton

The Seminole State College baseball team, holding the No. 1 seed in the Region II bracket, will play the winner of Game One (Connors State vs. Rose State) on Thursday, May 8, at 7 p.m. at the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex in Seminole. The double-elimination tournament continues through May 11.

Seminole State College’s baseball and softball teams are set to compete in their respective NJCAA Division I postseason tournaments this week. For updates, brackets and live stream links, visit sscok.edu.

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SSC Educational Foundation’s Annual Spring Banquet Draws Large Crowd

May 5, 2025May 6, 2025Josh Hutton

Pictured, Seminole State College President Lana Reynolds (left) and SSC Educational Foundation Chair Mark Schell (right) present the Distinguished Service Award to Dr. Brad Walck during the SSC Educational Foundation’s 30th Annual Spring Recognition Banquet on May 1. Walck was honored for his 22 years of service at SSC, where he held several roles including Vice President for Student Affairs and Head Women’s Basketball Coach. — Seminole State College President Lana Reynolds (left) and SSC Educational Foundation Chair Mark Schell (right) present the Distinguished Service Award to Dr. Brad Walck during the SSC Educational Foundation’s 30th Annual Spring Recognition Banquet on May 1. Walck was honored for his 22 years of service at SSC, where he held several roles including Vice President for Student Affairs and Head Women’s Basketball Coach.

The Seminole State College Educational Foundation hosted its 30th Annual Spring Recognition Banquet on Thursday, May 1 in the Utterback Ballroom of the Enoch Kelly Haney Center. A crowd of 450 guests filled the venue, and the event raised just over $60,000—making it the most successful banquet in the event’s history.

The banquet serves as a major fundraiser and recognition event, honoring alumni, employees and students. This year, Phil Johnson and Karen Romine were inducted into the SSC Alumni Hall of Fame. The Distinguished Service Award was presented to longtime SSC administrator Dr. Brad Walck.

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NJCAA Region II Tournament Play

May 5, 2025May 12, 2025Josh Hutton

SSC Trojan’s Baseball and Softball are set to compete in their respective NJCAA Division I postseason tournaments this week. Updates, brackets and live stream links can be found here.

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Speaker of the House to Deliver Keynote at SSC’s 92nd Commencement

April 29, 2025May 1, 2025Josh Hutton

Pictured is, Oklahoma Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert. — *Oklahoma Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert*

Seminole State College will hold its 92nd Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 9 at 10 a.m. in the Raymond Harber Field House on campus. The event will recognize students completing coursework requirements for their degree programs.

Oklahoma Speaker of the House Kyle Hilbert will serve as this year’s keynote speaker. Hilbert represents House District 29, which includes parts of Creek and Tulsa counties. At age 30, he is the youngest Speaker in Oklahoma history and only the second Republican Speaker under 31 nationwide since 1873.

Commencement Livestream

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AI Expert Explores Fact vs. Fiction in Campus Talk at SSC

April 24, 2025Josh Hutton

In this photo, Dr. John Hassell, Associate Professor of Software development at the OU Polytechnic Institute and SSC alumnus, speaks on the Jeff Johnston Fine Arts Auditorium stage during his presentation “AI Myths: A Clear Look at Artificial Intelligence” on April 23.

Dr. John Hassell, Associate Professor of Software development at the OU Polytechnic Institute and SSC alumnus, spoke on the Jeff Johnston Fine Arts Auditorium stage during his presentation “AI Myths: A Clear Look at Artificial Intelligence” on April 23. Students, community members, faculty and staff attended the event, which was sponsored by the SSC STEM Division. Hassell’s talk explored common misconceptions about AI, including the ideas that it is conscious, unbiased or a cure-all for complex problems. He also discussed the differences between predictive and generative AI and emphasized the importance of data quality and human oversight.

SSC Honor Society Leads Donation Drive for Campus and Community Needs

April 21, 2025Josh Hutton

In this photo, pictured (left to right) posing for a group photo are PTK members Cynthia Bird, Laura Suthers, Bella Bishop, PTK faculty advisor Dr. Andrew Davis and Matthew Breske, who organized the effort to collect essential goods for students and animals in need.

Seminole State College students in the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society recently led a successful donation drive to benefit the SSC Food Pantry and a local animal shelter. Pictured (left to right) PTK members Cynthia Bird, Laura Suthers, Bella Bishop, PTK faculty advisor Dr. Andrew Davis and Matthew Breske, organized the effort to collect essential goods for students and animals in need. Phi Theta Kappa is an international honor society that recognizes academic excellence among students at two-year colleges. To be eligible for membership, students must complete at least 12 credit hours and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5. In addition to academic achievement, the organization emphasizes leadership, service and fellowship.

SSC Student Government Members Attend Leadership Retreat

April 21, 2025Josh Hutton

In this photo, pictured (left to right): SSC SGA Advisor and Recruitment Specialist Maddy Potter, SGA Freshman Senator Aubree Wilkins of Earlsboro, SGA President Adisen Williamson of Oklahoma City, SGA Secretary Zoe Davis of Shawnee and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Dr. Bill Knowles pose for a group photo.

Seminole State College members of the Student Government Association and staff participated in the 2025 Student Government Association Student Leadership Retreat on April 12 at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma in Chickasha. The event featured sessions on leadership, résumé building and managing school social media accounts. Pictured (left to right): SSC SGA Advisor and Recruitment Specialist Maddy Potter, SGA Freshman Senator Aubree Wilkins of Earlsboro, SGA President Adisen Williamson of Oklahoma City, SGA Secretary Zoe Davis of Shawnee and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs Dr. Bill Knowles.

SSC Alumnus to Present on Artificial Intelligence Myths

April 18, 2025Josh Hutton

Seminole State College will host Dr. John Hassell, associate professor of software development at the University of Oklahoma Polytechnic Institute and former SSC student, for a presentation titled “AI Myths: A Clear Look at Artificial Intelligence.” The event will take place Wednesday, April 23 at 9 a.m. in the Jeff Johnston Fine Arts Auditorium on the SSC campus. It is free and open to the public.

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