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In this photo, former Gov. George Nigh and his wife Donna meet with SSC freshman Emma Buchanan, of Stroud, during the four-day Nigh Leadership Academy in Oklahoma City.

Buchanan Attends Nigh Leadership Academy

Josh Hutton

Seminole State College freshman Emma Buchanan, of Stroud, recently attended the Nigh Institute Leadership Academy held in Oklahoma City.

Buchanan joined college students from across the state for the four-day academy from Feb. 4-7. Over the course of the event, Buchanan and her peers volunteered at the Oklahoma Regional Food Bank, enjoyed an OKC Thunder game, toured the Oklahoma City National Memorial, visited the Bob Funk Ranch and experienced the First Americans Museum.

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Pictured, left to right, Assistant Professor of Mathematics Dr. Ricky Streight and Admissions and Record Specialist Jessica Guinn pose for a photo with their awards for “Faculty Member of the Month” and “Staff Member of the Month.”

Chamber of Commerce Honors Two SSC Employees

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Two Seminole State College employees were recognized for their hard work and dedication during the monthly Seminole Chamber of Commerce Forum on Feb. 9. Assistant Professor of Mathematics Dr. Ricky Streight was honored as “Faculty Member of the Month” and Admissions and Record Specialist Jessica Guinn as “Staff Member of the Month.”

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Rep. Bice Meets with Leadership Students at SSC

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Two members of the Seminole State College President’s Leadership Class had the opportunity to meet U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Bice during her visit to Seminole on Feb. 3. In addition to their PLC honors, Emma Buchanan of Stroud (left) and Hailey Wallace of Wellston (right) have the distinction of being named Oklahoma Nigh Institute Leadership Scholars for 2023 and 2022.
Two members of the Seminole State College President’s Leadership Class had the opportunity to meet U.S. Congresswoman Stephanie Bice during her visit to Seminole on Feb. 3. In addition to their PLC honors, Emma Buchanan of Stroud (left) and Hailey Wallace of Wellston (right) have the distinction of being named Oklahoma Nigh Institute Leadership Scholars for 2023 and 2022.

Pictured (left to right): SSC Students Jolena Hardin of Holdenville, Audra Williams of Tecumseh and Sara Thompson of Allen were named the highest scoring team during a recent NCLEX preparation event at Mercy Hospital of Ada.

SSC Nursing Students Score Highest at NCLEX Event

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Seminole State College nursing students recently joined peers from across the state for a night of food, comradery and preparation for the National Council Licensure Examination at Mercy Hospital of Ada. The NCLEX is an exam all nursing students must take to become a registered nurse. The students learned tips for breaking down questions and passing the exam.

During the events of the night, students were asked questions regarding their knowledge of nursing. SSC students Jolena Hardin of Holdenville, Audra Williams of Tecumseh and Sara Thompson of Allen were named the highest scoring team. Each of the three students won $200 to cover the cost of their NCLEX.

“I’m so proud of these outstanding women. They have put in the hard work it takes to become a register nurse, and it shows.” SSC Nursing Instructor Brenda Hudson said.

This is a graphic created, showing former SSC graduates during the commencement ceremony for 2022..

Fall Honor Roll Recognizes SSC Students

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Seminole State College has released the names of honor roll students for the 2022 fall semester. Three separate honor rolls recognize students for their academic achievements.

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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PTA students Paige Risenhoover (center) and Megan Whited (right) discuss the application of Kinesio Tape to prospective student Monse Ortiz from Shawnee High School.

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Hosts Meet and Greet

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The Seminole State College-Gordon Cooper Technology Center Physical Therapist Assistant program held a meet and greet for prospective students on Jan. 19 on the GCTC campus in Shawnee. Attendees met with faculty, current students and graduates of the program to learn more about the field of physical therapy. Through the partnership between SSC and GCTC, students who enroll in the program can complete their core curriculum at SSC and participate in the technical portion at GCTC. Career opportunities were also discussed at the event.

To learn more about the PTA program, visit sscok.edu or contact PTA Program Director Shakira Stafford at 405-273-7493 ext. 2214 or s.stafford@sscok.edu.

(Pictured left to right): PTA Program Director Shakira Stafford, PTA students Christopher Howell, Megan Whited, Matt Ramirez, Paige Risenhoover, Summer Ralson and Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education Peggy Newman greeted attendees at the meet and greet on Jan. 19 at Gordon Cooper Technology Center in Shawnee.
(Pictured left to right): PTA Program Director Shakira Stafford, PTA students Christopher Howell, Megan Whited, Matt Ramirez, Paige Risenhoover, Summer Ralson and Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education Peggy Newman greeted attendees at the meet and greet on Jan. 19 at Gordon Cooper Technology Center in Shawnee.