In this photo, posing as a group and pictured, from left, are Carla Tollett, CVEC Director of Communications and Member Engagement; Kim Pringle, SSC Director of Community Relations; Danny Morgan, SSC Rural Business and Resources Center Director; Josh Hold, CVEC CEO; SSC President Lana Reynolds; and Joe Semtner, CVEC Board President and District 6 Trustee.

SSC, Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative Receive State Partnership Award

June 9, 2026Josh Hutton

Seminole State College and Canadian Valley Electric Cooperative were recognized earlier this spring with the Regents Business Partnership Excellence Award from the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.

The award recognizes partnerships between higher education institutions and businesses that connect education with workforce needs. Sixteen partnerships across the state received the honor this year.

“Partnerships between local businesses and our public colleges and universities strengthen our workforce, benefiting both our state and individual students,” Chancellor Sean Burrage said. “The State Regents are proud to recognize these collaborative efforts that drive economic growth, foster innovation and expand career opportunities for Oklahomans.”

SSC and CVEC have worked together on several initiatives related to campus safety, student development and community engagement. CVEC donated and installed an electrical pole that expanded the reach of SSC’s emergency siren system.

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SSC Hosts Workshop on Free Concurrent Scholarship

June 8, 2026Josh Hutton

In this photo, Seminole State College Academic Advisor Cindy Nolen speaks to local high school administrators and counselors during a June 4 workshop about the college’s new free concurrent scholarship initiative in the Enoch Kelly Haney Center.

Seminole State College Academic Advisor Cindy Nolen speaks to local high school administrators and counselors during a June 4 workshop about the college’s new free concurrent scholarship initiative in the Enoch Kelly Haney Center. Beginning in fall 2026, eligible high school juniors and seniors in SSC’s five-county service area who qualify for the state concurrent tuition waiver will have fees and books covered through an automatic SSC scholarship.

In this photo, A local high school representative asks a question during SSC’s free concurrent workshop.

A local high school representative asks a question during SSC’s free concurrent workshop. The program will allow eligible concurrent students in Seminole, Pottawatomie, Hughes, Okfuskee and Lincoln counties to earn college credit at no cost, covering up to 18 credit hours for seniors and up to 9 credit hours for juniors.

Pitts Family Helps Bring New Video Sign to SSC Campus

May 21, 2026Josh Hutton

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

May 21, 2026May 28, 2026Josh Hutton

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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SSC to Host Road to Nationals Send-off for Baseball and Softball Teams

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026admin

The SSC softball team poses for a photo with the NJCAA DI South Central District Trophy.

The SSC baseball team celebrates after winning the NJCAA DI South Central District Championship. — The SSC softball team poses for a photo with the NJCAA DI South Central District Trophy.

The Seminole State College Trojan softball team won the NJCAA South Central District title last weekend and earned a trip to the JUCO World Series national tournament. The Trojans defeated NEO in the championship game 3-2 at the CPN FireLake Ball Fields in Shawnee on Saturday. The national tournament will begin on May 25, 2026, in Oxford, Alabama. There will be a “Road to the Nationals” celebration Wednesday morning, May 20 at 8:30 a.m. in the Haney Center at Seminole State College to honor both the softball team and the baseball team which also qualified for their national tournament last week. The baseball team will be leaving for Grand Junction, Colorado Wednesday morning. Campus and community supporters are invited to the celebration which will include a short program and an opportunity to congratulate the coaches and teams.

Academy Senior’s Eagle Scout Project Enhances SSC Campus

May 12, 2026May 13, 2026Josh Hutton

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.

In this photo, three local area high school students pose for a picture during the Seminole State College 2026 Interscholastic Meet.

SSC Announces Free Concurrent College for Students in Five-County Service Area

May 7, 2026Josh Hutton

Seminole State College has announced a new scholarship initiative that will allow eligible concurrent students in the college’s five-county service area to attend SSC at no cost for fees and books, beginning in fall 2026.

The announcement was made by SSC President Lana Reynolds during the SSC Educational Foundation’s Spring Recognition Banquet on April 30.

Through the initiative, eligible high school juniors and seniors attending high school in Seminole, Pottawatomie, Hughes, Okfuskee and Lincoln counties — as well as homeschooled students who reside in one of those five counties — will automatically receive a scholarship covering the cost of fees and books after they qualify for the state’s concurrent student tuition waiver.

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In this photo, A League of Their Own player Lincoln Holleman waves his cowboy hat after rounding second base on Monday, April 27. His partner for the evening was SSC softball player Juliana Linares.

SSC Student-Athletes Volunteer with A League of Their Own

April 29, 2026Josh Hutton

In this photo, A League of Their Own player Hannah Choate skips to first base on Monday, April 27, at the Avedis Foundation Adaptive Field inside the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex. She is cheered on by SSC Student Support Services Advisor Sarah Ledford, left, and Trojan soccer player Bella Mattingly, right.

A League of Their Own player Hannah Choate skips to first base on Monday, April 27, at the Avedis Foundation Adaptive Field inside the Brian Crawford Memorial Sports Complex. She is cheered on by SSC Student Support Services Advisor Sarah Ledford, left, and Trojan soccer player Bella Mattingly, right. The co-ed softball league provides individuals with cognitive or physical disabilities the opportunity to play baseball. This season, 54 players are participating.

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SSC to Host Two Enrollment Events This Weekend

April 27, 2026Josh Hutton

In this photo, Pictured, from left: Academic Advisor Davis Kappele, Student Support Services Advisor Megan Goff, Talent Search Advisor Leslie Havlicek, Financial Aid Specialist Alicia Ryan, Recruitment Specialist Maddy Potter and Financial Aid Specialist Lauryn Flewallen pose for a group photo. — _{Seminole State College employees promote the upcoming Enrollment Extravaganza, set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 1, in the Walkingstick Building on the SSC campus. The event will feature enrollment assistance, scholarship opportunities, Kona Ice snow cones, a food truck, a popcorn bar and a scavenger hunt. Pictured, from left: Academic Advisor Davis Kappele, Student Support Services Advisor Megan Goff, Talent Search Advisor Leslie Havlicek, Financial Aid Specialist Alicia Ryan, Recruitment Specialist Maddy Potter and Financial Aid Specialist Lauryn Flewallen.}

Seminole State College will host two enrollment events this weekend for prospective students and their families.

Enrollment Extravaganza will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, May 1, in the Walkingstick Building on the SSC campus. The event will include scholarship opportunities, Kona Ice snow cones, a food truck, a popcorn bar and a scavenger hunt.

Walk-ins are welcome, and attendees may register in advance at sscok.edu.

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Chamber of Commerce Honors Two SSC Employees

April 10, 2026Josh Hutton

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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