Palm Beach State College

Just hours after attending the honor walk of a close friend whose life was tragically cut short, Cody Wexler took the mound for Park Vista High School's district championship game. Wexler was one of the top aces in Palm Beach County this season, compiling an 8-1 record with a 0.81 ERA.

For his resilience, perseverance and leadership, Wexler receive the Courage Award at the Palm Beach Post High School Sports Awards Show.

Palm Beach State College was honored to sponsor the Courage Award for the third consecutive year with PBSC’s Men’s Basketball Head Coach Tae Norwood presenting the award.

Congratulations to Wexler and all the outstanding student-athletes recognized for their achievements. We were also proud to connect with Palm Beach County's top student athletes and future Panthers, sharing how PBSC empowers them to chase their dreams on the field, in the classroom and beyond.

Photo gallery: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCVtjF

Get ready to be inspired! Every Monday, we’re delivering powerful insights from our spring 2026 commencement keynote speakers.

Florida Rep. Jervonte “Tae” Edmonds motivated our graduates to own their achievements and recognize the challenges they conquered.

📸 Commencement photo galleries: https://www.flickr.com/photos/palmbeachstatecollege/sets
🎥 Video Highlight: https://youtu.be/e1C0XKypVl

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Save the date for the Public Safety Job Fair on Thursday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Palm Beach State College's Lake Worth campus gymnasium.

Meet recruiters from law enforcement, corrections, fire rescue, EMS and 911 dispatch agencies from across Florida, along with federal agencies and representatives from the Armed Forces.

This is open to the public – no registration required.

Veterans and PBSC students receive early access from 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. – be sure to bring your ID.

https://engage.palmbeachstate.edu/event/12445885

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Today, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Palm Beach State College honors their sacrifice and extends gratitude to the families and loved ones who carry their legacy forward.

Sofiia Toropova thought she knew exactly how her life would unfold. She was living in Odesa, Ukraine, attending art school and planning to become an artist. When war broke out in early 2022, those plans came to a halt.

Read more about her story in the Center: https://bit.ly/4wCSSgA

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The Student Learning Center at the Loxahatchee Groves campus recently celebrated the completion of a remodel focused on creating a more welcoming and sound-friendly environment for our students.

The updated space supports learning, collaboration and connection while providing students with access to valuable academic resources.

Special thanks to Barbie Edgar, SLC manager, and everyone who helped make this transformation possible. We encourage students to stop by, explore the refreshed space and take advantage of the support services available at Loxahatchee Groves and all the other campuses.

More about types of services the SLC offers in person and online: https://pbsc.edu/slc/

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All campuses will be closed from Saturday, May 23, to Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day. No classes are scheduled. The College will resume normal operations on Tuesday, May 26.

Palm Beach State College named its new Dental and Health Innovation building at the Dennis P. Gallon Campus in Loxahatchee Groves in honor of alumni Julie and John Kime, recognizing their decades of generosity and support of the college.

"Our hope is simple: that when students walk into the building, they feel welcome, they feel safe, they feel inspired and they know that someone believes in them," Julie Kime said.

After long and successful careers in the insurance industry, the Kimes have continued to invest in their community and in the next generation of PBSC students.

“Their commitment reflects what we value most at PBSC: when you invest in students, you invest in the future of our entire community," said PBSC President Ava L. Parker, J.D.

See more photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/palmbeachstatecollege/albums/72177720333754542/with/55281980537

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