By Barron Demons The student section has shown their support for the basketball team since the first home game against Southwest Tennessee Community College (SWTCC). Students have shown up in large numbers, giving the Pirates a lot to look forward to during the season. Junior college sports teams usually won’t experience the student support larger institutions like Duke or Michigan...
HUMANS OF PSC: January 2018
What is your current level of education at Pensacola State College? This is my first and last semester at PSC. I am a transfer from Faulkner State currently enrolled in mostly elective courses. I plan on attending a four-year university locally to continue my drive toward becoming a conservational officer or a traveling park ranger. What is your favorite course?...
PSC instructor hosts solo art show at Artel Gallery
By Jay Pham It was Julie McGrath’s second solo show, yet she entertained guests like she’s been hosting for ages. Her art is mainly fashion inspired with her own twist. “All of my art is off the runway. They’re all very specific from designers that are current,” McGrath said. McGrath had a reception for her art exhibit “The Fine...
Pirates Volleyball Team wins in double header, fall short in play-in game
By Chris Sharp The Volleyball Team won both their games against Andrew College and Gadsden State Community College by the score of 3-0 in a double-header but was defeated in a play-in game to enter the State Tournament. PSC seemed to be the better team against Andrew College in the first game of the double-header. The Pirates’ defense played a...
Pensacola welcomes home Gold Medalist sprinter
By Barron Demons From Woodham High School to the Olympic Games, Justin Gatlin reveals his journey to capture the gold medal, beating the legendary Usain Bolt. Seville Quarters had the privilege of welcoming home the champion. Gatlin took pictures with friends and family before he took the podium to speak about how he was able to overcome many obstacles, before...
From PSC to the Final Four
By Jay Phillips Former Pensacola State College-star Hassani Gravett and his fellow South Carolina Gamecock teammates are cocky for a reason after coming off their school’s most memorable season ever. This past March, the University of South Carolina’s Men’s Basketball team put together one of the most miraculous Cinderella Stories of all time reaching college basketball’s most coveted tournament- the...
Humans of PSC November/ December 2017
Robert Aldridge General Studies Major Any plans for Fall Break? Not yet. Maybe going back home to Mississippi. Any plans for next semester? I’m planning on taking afternoon classes. Something along those lines. Are you nervous for finals? No. My classes are pretty easy. Anything interesting to tell us about yourself? I don’t think so. Brianna Biard General Studies...
Hinds handles head coaching
Jay Phillips Pensacola State College (PSC) has a long tradition of winning athletic contests, no matter what the sport or location. Recently, PSC’s alumni dominance has been expanded, courtesy of current Niceville Volleyball Head Coach and former PSC-standout, Karson Hinds. Hinds was a do-it-all at PSC under Head Coach Chris Laird. Laird explained that she was brought to the team...
Stress less, find happiness
By Becca Carlson Unless you’re fortunate enough to have received a pass from finals, this week is going to be stressful for Pensacola State College students. Late night cram sessions, early morning cram sessions and ‘round the clock binge studying aren’t exactly great techniques for surviving finals or getting good grades. Taking time out to relax and focus is a...
International Festival hosts food, facts, fashion show
By Jay Pham Students and faculty took part in the first ever Pensacola State College International Festival, representing a variety of cultures by designing information boards, cooking native dishes, and bringing in cultural items to share with everyone. Held on November 29, the multi-club sponsored event promoted the new Robinson Honors Program and was a terrific way for students...