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Youth Robotics Program Offered by Indian River State College
Sept. 9. 2025 | Indian River State College launches a Youth Robotics Program for ages 10-14 at their Fort Pierce campus. Using VEX IQ kits, students learn robot building and programming through three skill levels, providing hands-on STEM education in an engaging, interactive environment.
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Build Your Financial Future: The River’s Fall Seminar Series
September 9, 2025 | The Indian River State College Center for Financial Literacy is hosting a free, two-day virtual financial literacy seminar on October 15-16, 2025, from 5:45-8 p.m. Open to the public, the program covers savings, credit, debt management, insurance, and financial independence. Registration required via Zoom at connect.irsc.edu/event/403191.
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Discover Your Healthcare Future! Indian River State College School of Nursing to Host Open House on 9/16/25
September 9, 2025 | Indian River State College School of Nursing hosts a free open house September 16, 2025, 5-7 p.m. at Port St. Lucie campus. Prospective students can tour facilities, meet faculty, learn about nursing programs, admission requirements, and student support services. Registration available online.
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Future Nurses to Gain Real-World Experience through Indian River State College and HCA Florida Partnership Expansion
Sept. 4, 2025 | Indian River State College’s School of Nursing expanded its Dedicated Education Hospital partnership with HCA Florida Healthcare to include St. Lucie and Lawnwood hospitals. The program immerses nursing students in hospital teams, enhancing clinical training, strengthening the workforce pipeline, and improving patient care across the Treasure Coast community.
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Indian River State College Names New Associate Vice Provost and Associate VP for Human Resources
Aug. 21, 2025 | Dr. Tignor, a 12-year college leader, advances faculty support, digital integration, and Learning Resources while transforming the Institute of Academic Excellence. Thompson, with 20+ years in global HR, strengthens organizational foundations and employee support. Together, they enhance innovation, professional development, and workforce-aligned education for 24,000 students across four counties.
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Indian River State College’s Project STAGE Program Leads State in Student Employment Success
Aug. 5, 2025 | Indian River State College’s Project STAGE achieves a 70% employment rate for students with unique abilities, leading Florida in enrollment among similar programs. Through strong employer partnerships, internships, and ongoing post-graduation support, the program equips students for meaningful careers while meeting community workforce needs.
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Indian River State College Announces Appointment of New Chief of Campus Safety
FORT PIERCE, FLA (August 4, 2025) – Indian River State College President Timothy E. Moore today announced that Chief Donald Bergmann has officially begun his role as the new Chief of Campus Safety. Chief Donald Bergmann brings more than 40 years of combined law enforcement and campus security experience to Indian River State College. From…
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Indian River State College Co-hosted Inaugural Trauma-Informed Care Summit (7/31/2025)
Educational symposium brought together caring professionals to strengthen healing-centered approaches FORT PIERCE, Fla. (July 31, 2025) – Indian River State College and Peace for St. Lucie co-hosted the inaugural 2025 Trauma-Informed Care Summit, which raised awareness about trauma-informed care practices and provided valuable educational opportunities for healthcare professionals, mental health practitioners, educators, and community members…
