Center for Fine and Performing Arts at Seminole State College

10/13/2026

The Annual Juried student Art Exhibition originated under the leadership of Professor Grady Kimsey (26 June 1928-16 July 2025) back in 1969. As we celebrate the 250th year of America, and the college finishes celebrating their 60th year, and we finished our 56th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit this year, we have The Best of Show Students Artwork on Display for you to come out and see. # gostategofar Seminole State College
Gallery Dates:
October 19, 2026 - March 4, 2027
Gallery Hours:
Monday - Thursday - 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location:
Sanford/Lake Mary Campus
SLM Building J (Security Building/Flagpole)
Room 109 (2nd floor)

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Congratulations to Johan Fransson! Johan is completing his AA in the Music Pathway and is an active part of the music community here at SSC.

Johan has performed in the Seminole State College Symphonic Band, Jazz Ambassadors, and Jazz Combo, as well as with the Space Coast Symphony Orchestra and CrossLife Church. This past summer, he participated at the prestigious Southeast Trombone Symposium in Columbus, Georgia, collaborating with trombonists from around the world to further refine his skills.

Academic & Scholarship Achievements
• Recipient of the Jack Longfellow Family Endowed Band Scholarship
• Recipient of the Ralph Ameduri, Jr. Music Scholarship
• Recipient of the Seminole State College Board of Trustees Scholarship
• President’s List honoree

After graduating from SSC, Johan plans to transfer to a music conservatory to continue his journey as a professional trombonist. "I am so thankful for the excellent education and mentorship I've received from my professors in The Center for Fine and Performing Arts," Johan shares. "I'm looking forward to continuing to learn and grow during my second year at Seminole State College." Follow his musical journey on Instagram: Seminole State College of Florida

08/31/2026

SSC Film Society in September📽.


You are welcome to join the Seminole State College Film Society
https://www.seminolestate.edu/film
, for a 100th anniversary screening of:

🎞”The Flying Ace”

🗓Date: Tuesday, September 15th in

🕢 6:30-8:30 pm

📍Location: J-100 of the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.

Dr. David Morton, author of “Motion Picture Paradise: A History of Florida’s Film and Television Industry” will give a brief discussion of the film before the screening and will be available for questions afterwards.

This aviation melodrama is the first to feature an all-African American cast. Shot entirely in the Jacksonville area, it is the only completely surviving film by Norman Studios. Directed by Richard Norman, the film is inspired by Black aviatrix Bessie Coleman. Seminole State College The Norman Studios Film Museum

08/26/2026

Distinguished Professor Campbell and Dr. Smisek and our Applied Music Faculty will perform their solo repertoire on their primary instrument accompanied by Harrison Light and Ewa Mekwinski. Free Admission! Seminole State College Foundation for Seminole State College Seminole State Alumni

08/26/2026

🎭AUDITIONS are coming up on September 9 at 5:30 pm on the S/LM campus in the Le Petit Theatre B127 next to the Planetarium.
“Leading Ladies” by Ken Ludwig. Looking for 2 men to play 2 women, 2 men - one is a shady schemer, the other a lovable fool, 2 women-a maid and spitfire ex-fiancée. All are welcome to audition! Community members, employees, and students. Seminole State College

08/11/2026

Congratulations to Melinda Perez! Melinda had an outstanding year as a trumpet student last year. She is the recipient of the Hoofman-Fowler Scholarship. Mrs. Laura Fowler and Mr. Robert Hoofman always want to make the most impact possible on the student experience, so the College delivered the scholarship in the form of a trumpet, chosen for her by Professor John Almeida. The department is grateful to Mrs. Fowler and Mr. Hoofman, and so proud of Melinda. Seminole State College of Florida

07/23/2026

Dressed as the artist Frida Kahlo, Melanie Estudillo presents her research on the artist in Professor Tammy Lawless' ARH1000 Art Appreciation course. The project converts traditional research into an accessible public presentation, cultivating skills in visual literacy and public speaking. Students choose their research interest, develop questions to guide their research, and deliver an evidence-based presentation using multimedia design. It is always fun when students take creative liberty in their presentations and connect with the material. A shared cultural heritage with the artist guided Estudillo in her research and presentation. Seminole State College of Florida

07/23/2026

Thank you for the spotlight of our 2025-2026 season. We are indeed proud of our students and faculty!

06/20/2026

featuring alum Quincy Wilson!