Emily Wheeler The Corsair. From literacy to General Educational Development (GED) preparation to vocational education programs, prisons have historically attempted to offer at least some basic education to inmates in prison. Most employers recognize the GED as an alternative for a high school diploma, which is necessary for most jobs. Some believe that this educational...
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The volunteers of Firehouse 17
Nuavia Stewart The Corsair. “911, what’s your emergency?” “There’s been a shooting at Pace and Godfrey there’s a woman laying on the side walk in a pool of blood,” a frantic Ray Johnson shouts. “She can’t breathe. Please hurry up!” Firehouse 17 located in West Pensacola, also well-known as the Brownsville area, gets the dispatcher’s...
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Funding Your Medical Career
Adriana Dueck The Corsair As a college student it’s easy to get overwhelmed by it all. Studying for exams, finding internships, social life, and even working a part-time job can weigh heavily on every young person. On top of those responsibilities, many students have to take out loans depending on the level of schooling they...
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The P.E.R.T Test and What It Means For You
Emily Wheeler The Corsair Many prospective students coming into Pensacola State College wonder what the PERT is all about and if it is really necessary for them to take this test. The PERT is the starting point of the college class selection. “PERT”, stands for Post-secondary Education Readiness Test. This test consists of three subtests-reading,...
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Cold Case
Nuavia Stewart The Corsair Traveling along Scenic Highway, drivers can observe the picturesque scenes of wealth and prestige sitting back from the road on high hills and well-manicured lawns of St. Augustine grass. The water of the bay is the backdrop for the serene community. As the sun set on 1984 and the moon rose...
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PSC FOUNDATION – Many Scholarships for Many Needs
(Victoria) Regina Girdner The Corsair Anne Cynkar had already attended Pensacola State College for more than two years before she applied for a Pensacola State College Foundation scholarship and got it. With a Baccalaureate degree and the benefit of the GI Bill, she never thought she could qualify. Anne wanted to concentrate on school full...
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The History of Pensacola State College Lyceum
Tabatha Fields The Corsair Major productions have been performed in the Ashmore Fine Arts Auditorium for many years through the Lyceum series. The Ashmore Fine Arts Building was named after Pensacola State College’s first President, Dr. Henry Ashmore. According to the 1958 issue of the Pensacola Junior College Corsair, Dr. John T. Venetozzi, chairman of...
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Gattai! : A History Lesson on Giant Robots
Travis DeSimone. Corsair. The world of Anime and Manga is a large and twisting place filled with all sorts of of genres for different audiences. There is Anime marketed towards young children, teenagers, boys, girls, and adults too. This can be a harrowing universe to traverse if you have no prior knowledge. Aside from the demographic...
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African American Student Organization Celebrates History and Culture
Adriana Dueck The Corsair The African American Student Organization hosted the first student-produced Black History month event at Pensacola State College on Feb. 27. The First Annual Black History Program featured a line-up of events ranging from poetry readings and dances to spoken word and speeches. The spirit of the event was fueled by...
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American Sign Language Club Sells Ducks for Charity
Adriana Dueck The Corsair Have you ever received a funny and unique Valentine’s Day gift? Have you ever wanted a gift set complete with a rubber ducky and an assortment of chocolates? On Feb. 13 & 14 the American Sign Language club introduced many first timers to the unique gift set in a fundraiser in...