Registration for the Spring Term (including the Winter Session) has begun. As students begin to enroll for these terms, we wanted to let you know that the protocols and on-campus safety measures outlined in the college’s COVID-19 Comeback Plan will continue throughout the Spring Term. This includes the requirement of
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Precautions and information for a safe Fall return
As the college gears up for the Fall term, be sure to review our college Comeback Plan and on-campus safety measures. Also, all employees should use the college’s symptom checker self-assessment before coming to campus. If you answer yes to any of the questions, do NOT come to campus and
Online symptom checker self-assessment tool now available
SPC is now in Phase III of the college’s Comeback Plan with some employees returning to campuses and sites this and next week to prepare for the Fall Term. If you are returning to campus, based on your departmental plan and in consultation with your supervisor, please take the college’s
Masks now required indoors
As reports of COVID-19 cases increase in Pinellas County, according to the Florida Department of Health, St. Petersburg College remains focused on the health and well-being of our students, faculty and staff, and is committed to mitigation measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Effective immediately, face coverings are
College reveals plan to resume operations
The college’s Comeback Task Force has been working diligently over the past six weeks to develop a phased plan to resume normal operations over the next several months that puts the safety of students, faculty and staff at the forefront. SPC’s Comeback Plan is guided by information from the U.S.
Reminder: Employee COVID-19 Come Back plan survey closes Friday
As we continue online classes and remote work for most staff throughout the summer, we are considering all options for the Fall Term, including a phased re-opening. We want to hear your thoughts about returning to campus this fall. Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey. The survey
BOT: Relief and Responsibility; Return; and Reimagine
At Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting of the College’s Board of Trustees, Dr. Williams updated board members on our progress for a return to campus. Dr. Williams highlighted the following pieces of the College’s “Road to Recovery” plan, which began in mid-March and is divided into three parts – Relief and
BOT Update: Move to online operations, academic calendar, new VP of Academic Affairs
The college held its Board of Trustees March meeting at the Health Education Center with only a few staff members in attendance. Trustees and staff practiced “physical distancing” in accordance with guidance of health officials in response to the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak in the United States. Presentations were canceled so
New leaders welcomed at monthly BOT meeting
At the monthly Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday, the college family was introduced to multiple new leaders. Dean and Acting Vice President of Academic Affairs Susan Demers introduced the new Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts, Dr. Barbara Hubbard, and the new Dean of the College of Business, Marta
Discovery Day agenda now available
The college’s annual Discovery Day will be held Tuesday, Oct. 22 at the Clearwater Campus. This year’s theme is “Rediscovering Our Potential.” Read or download and print the agenda to review the sessions and plan your day! Parking is available in the lots off of Old Coachman Road. Please do
Alumni speak at Public Policy luncheon
The Public Policy and Administration program hosted its 15th Public Policy Leadership Speaker Series Luncheon on Wednesday. After a catered luncheon at the Seminole Campus, a distinguished panel of alumni spoke about how their experiences in the program have impacted their lives and careers. “My journey in this program has
BOT wrap-up: Leadership positions, healthcare plans and more
On Tuesday, at the monthly Board of Trustees meeting, the Board held their annual Organizational Meeting and voted unanimously for Nathan Stonecipher to remain Chair for the 2018-19 year and Vice Chair Katie Cole to also retain her position. The filling of several leadership positions were announced at the meeting:
BOT Wrap-up: SPC’s new mission, vision and values
At Tuesday’s Board of Trustees meeting, the new Vice President of Student Affairs, Provost of the Downtown and Midtown Centers and Acting Dean of Nursing were announced. Dr. Jamelle Conner was selected as the new VP of Student Affairs, Dr. Tashika Griffith was selected as the new Provost of DTMT and
New look, pricing schedule in SPC Marketplace
Next week, Marketing will launch a new look and feel to the SPC Marketplace. The refreshed design is more user-friendly and highlights “most popular” items ordered by staff. The site changes correspond to pricing changes in the print shop, which are the result of the most recent lease agreement with