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SSC Leadership Students Tour Historic Route 66 Sites

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In this photo, Seminole State College President’s Leadership Class students pose in front of the Route 66 Interpretive Center in Chandler, OK.

Seminole State College President’s Leadership Class students pose in front of the Route 66 Interpretive Center in Chandler, a museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the history, culture and traveler experience of America’s most famous highway through exhibits and Route 66 memorabilia. The visit came during Route 66’s centennial year, marking 100 years since the highway was established in 1926. During the tour, students also stopped at the Rock Café in Stroud, Pops and the Round Barn in Arcadia.

In this photo, SSC PLC students pose in front of the Rock Cafe in Stroud, OK.

SSC PLC students pose in front of the Rock Cafe in Stroud, a historic Route 66 landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Built of native sandstone in the late 1930s, the restaurant has long been one of Oklahoma’s best-known Mother Road destinations.

Chamber of Commerce Honors Two SSC Employees

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In this photo, Kelli McBride, Seminole State College Language Arts and Humanities Division Chair (left), and Clint Robertson, SSC Director of Physical Plant (right), pose for a photo holding their awards during the Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum.
Kelli McBride, Seminole State College Language Arts and Humanities Division Chair (left), and Clint Robertson, SSC Director of Physical Plant (right), were recognized during the Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum on April 9 as Faculty Member of the Month and Staff Member of the Month, respectively.

Two Seminole State College employees were recognized for their dedication and service during the Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum on April 9. Director of Physical Plant Clint Robertson was honored as Staff Member of the Month, and Language Arts and Humanities Division Chair Kelli McBride was named Faculty Member of the Month.

The Seminole Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, along with the Lions Club and Kontoor Brands/Wrangler, recognizes SSC employees several times during Forum each year. Individuals are nominated from across campus and selected by college administrators.

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Local Students Honored at Statewide Awards Ceremony

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In this photo, posing for a group picture from left to tight are OACC Executive Director Dr. Cheryl Evans, SSC President Lana Reynolds, William Heard of Konawa, Laura Suthers of Earlsboro, Gracie Gates of Seminole, Kaitlyn Smith of Shawnee and Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Chancellor Sean Burrage.
Three local high school students and two Seminole State College students were honored by SSC at the All-Oklahoma Academic Team and OACC Presidents’ Tuition Waiver Awards Ceremony at the State Capitol on April 7. Pictured (left to right): OACC Executive Director Dr. Cheryl Evans, SSC President Lana Reynolds, William Heard of Konawa, Laura Suthers of Earlsboro, Gracie Gates of Seminole, Kaitlyn Smith of Shawnee and Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education Chancellor Sean Burrage. (Not in attendance but also honored at the event was Stevie Hogue of Seminole.)

Three area high school seniors and two Seminole State College students were recognized by SSC at the All-Oklahoma Academic Team and Oklahoma Association of Community Colleges Presidents’ Tuition Waiver Awards Ceremony on April 9 at the Oklahoma State Capitol in the Oklahoma House of Representatives Chamber.

This year, SSC honored Gracie Gates of Butner Public Schools, Stevie Hogue of Strother High School and Kaitlyn Smith of Luther High School with the OACC President’s Tuition Waiver for their academic achievements and community involvement.

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SSC Honors Denim Harris with Jersey Retirement

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In this photo, SSC Head Baseball Coach Mack Chambers and members of the Seminole State College baseball team present Denim Harris’ parents, Toy Harper and David Harris, with a framed No. 4 jersey during a jersey retirement ceremony April 4 at Lloyd Simmons Field in the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex.

SSC Head Baseball Coach Mack Chambers and members of the Seminole State College baseball team present Denim Harris’ parents, Toy Harper and David Harris, with a framed No. 4 jersey during a jersey retirement ceremony April 4 at Lloyd Simmons Field in the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex. Harris, an outfielder on the SSC baseball team and a 2025 graduate of Mansfield Timberview High School in Texas, passed away following a car accident on Oct. 16, 2025, at age 18. In tribute, Harris’ teammates wore No. 4 jerseys with his name on the back for one final game.

Four SSC Students pose in the atrium of the State Capitol.

SSC Delegation Participates in Higher Ed and Oklahoma’s Promise Day

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Seminole State College students, employees and community supporters traveled to the Oklahoma State Capitol on March 31 to participate in Higher Education and Oklahoma’s Promise Day. Sponsored by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, the event highlighted the value of public higher education in Oklahoma and celebrated continued legislative support for initiatives such as the Oklahoma’s Promise scholarship.

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In this photo, Seminole State College students plant flags on campus ahead of SSC’s third annual Military and Veteran Resource Fair in November 2025.

SSC Earns Military Friendly School Designation

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Pictured is SSC VA School Certifying Officer Stacey Foster.
SSC VA School Certifying Officer Stacey Foster

Seminole State College has been designated a 2026-2027 Military Friendly School by Viqtory, earning Silver Status for its commitment to supporting military-affiliated students. The College was also recognized as a Military Spouse Friendly School for 2026-2027.

The Military Friendly designation honors colleges that meet high standards in student retention, graduation, job placement, loan repayment and support services tailored to veterans, active-duty servicemembers and their families. SSC’s Silver Status places it among institutions nationwide recognized for outstanding service to military students.

“Seminole State College is proud to serve those who have served our country, as well as the spouses and families who support them,” SSC President Lana Reynolds said. “These recognitions reflect our commitment to creating a welcoming campus and helping active service members and veterans reach their academic and career goals.”

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SSC Baseball to Retire Denim Harris’ Jersey

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In this photo, Denim Harris is shown up to bat during a 2025 Seminole State College baseball game.
Seminole State College will retire the jersey of Trojan baseball player Denim Harris on Saturday, April 4, at 12:30 p.m. at Lloyd Simmons Field in the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex.

Seminole State College will retire the jersey of Trojan baseball player Denim Harris during a ceremony on Saturday, April 4, at 12:30 p.m. at Lloyd Simmons Field, located in the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex.

Harris, an outfielder on the SSC baseball team and a 2025 graduate of Mansfield Timberview High School in Texas, died in a car accident on Oct. 16, 2025. He was 18.

The College will retire Harris’ No. 6 jersey prior to the Trojans’ home game that day. Friends, family, alumni and community members are invited to attend.

Harris joined the Trojan baseball program in 2025 and was remembered by teammates, coaches and loved ones for his passion for the game, competitive spirit and the impact he made on those around him.

“Retiring Denim’s jersey is a meaningful way to honor his place in our program and the mark he left on our team,” SSC Head Baseball Coach Mack Chambers said. “We want his family, friends and everyone who knew him to see how deeply he will always be remembered here.”

Area high school students competing in Seminole State College’s 52nd annual Interscholastic Meet gather in the E.T. Dunlap Student Union.

SSC Interscholastic Meet Draws Students from 33 High Schools

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Students from high schools across the state competed in Seminole State College’s 52nd annual Interscholastic Meet on March 26.

Nearly 500 students representing 33 high schools were included in this year’s results. Division I was composed of students from schools classified as 3A, 4A and 5A. Students from 2A and A class schools competed in Division II.

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SSC Nursing Students Puts Skills to the Test in Rural Hospital Drill

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In this photo, several Seminole State College nursing students are shown in action as they participate in a simulation training event.

Seminole State College nursing students participated in a simulation training event on March 25, working through a rural hospital scenario in which patients overwhelmed the facility and staff had to make rapid decisions with limited personnel and resources. The exercise included emergency room triage and patient transfers to medical-surgical, intensive care unit, obstetrics/pediatrics, helicopter transport or discharge home, challenging students to quickly assess each patient’s condition and determine the highest priority for care.

In this photo, Assistant Professor of Nursing Butch Cantrell, assists several Seminole State College nursing students during a simulation training event on March 25.

SSC seniors in the Leadership class managed the rural hospital drill organized by Assistant Professor of Nursing Butch Cantrell, giving students a culminating opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills they have developed throughout the program. The exercise challenged participants to draw on classroom learning and use critical thinking in real time, helping prepare them for the demands of their future nursing careers.