| Delivering Fresh News Weekly 🍊 Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025 | 
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 | TECHNOLOGY | | Help Shape the Future of Artificial Intelligence at Valencia College |
The Presidential Commission on Artificial Intelligence invites all faculty and staff to provide feedback on ways to enhance AI resource development across the college. |
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 | OUR PEOPLE | | In Memory: Geraldine Thompson |
Valencia College recently lost one of our early leaders — Sen. Geraldine Thompson. Funeral services will be held this week. |
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OUR PEOPLE | | Nardia Cumberbatch Named 'Library Journal Mover & Shaker' |
As we wrap up Library Lover's Month, we'd like to congratulate Librarian Nardia Cumberbatch for being named a "2024 Library Journal Mover & Shaker" for helping Valencia College achieve the Sustainable Library Certification Program. | |
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FEATURED COLLEAGUE | | Steven Rujak
STRATEGIC IMPACT: Career Credentials |
Steven Rujak, professor and chair of the Culinary Baking and Pastry program, didn’t always plan on pursuing a career in the culinary arts. In fact, his initial dream was to become a doctor. Reflecting on his path, he says, “Now, they call me the pastry doctor. I wear a white jacket; I am 24/7 at my job and I still get to work with a lot of science and chemicals.” | |
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EVENTS | | Attend a Free Movie Screening of 'Novocaine' |
You and a guest are invited to a special advance movie screening of "Novocaine,” an action film starring Jack Quaid and Amber Midthunder. | |
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EVENTS | | You're Invited to the Ilyse Kusnetz Writing Festival |
Valencia College students, faculty, staff and the community are invited to attend and participate in the annual Ilyse Kusnetz Writing Festival — an evening of workshops and readings by diverse authors from around Central Florida. | |
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COLLEGE OPERATIONS | | Metz Culinary Manager Receives National Recognition |
It’s not easy feeding hungry Pumas, but our food services vendor and preferred caterer, Metz Culinary’s General Manager Ray Ramirez has earned national recognition for his hard work. | |
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| Upcoming Events & Opportunities |  |
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EVENTS | | Celebrate Creativity at Spring Arts Events on Campus |
Join the celebration of the Valencia College creative community by attending on-campus art events. | |
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FUNDING & SUPPORT | | Encourage Students To Apply for the PepsiCo S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship |
The PepsiCo S.M.I.L.E. Scholarship application deadline is rapidly approaching! Encourage your students to apply by 4 p.m. EST on Monday, March 10. | |
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