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April is Florida College System Month, a celebration of everything that makes the FCS the premier workforce engine of Florida. This #FSCMonth, take a moment to share what our institutions mean to you!⭐

@SFSCPanthers has earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly® School designation recognized as a Silver School.👏 This honor reflects the meaningful work done to support veteran students in achieving their goals and pursuing their ambitions.

A new kind of battery could change how we power electric vehicles. @FIU_CEC researcher Bilal El-Zahab shares a breakthrough in beyond lithium-ion technology that could improve convenience and performance on @AcademicMinute. Learn more: academicminute.substack.com/p/bilal-el-zah…

Faculty researchers and students from the UWF Archaeology Institute have uncovered artifacts linked to multiple pre-Columbian Native American cultures during a recent archaeological survey on UWF’s Pensacola campus. Read more: bit.ly/4rsWmOY

USA Today: A crystallized material developed at #USF has shown success in the lab at diminishing the growth of the algae that spawns fish-killing #redtide blooms along the U.S. Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Read more 🔽 usatoday.com/story/news/nat…

The @MiamiHEAT needed AI-ready talent. FIU met the call. Meet the grads doing the data and AI work that powers 601 Analytics, one of the NBA's most innovative companies. 🎥⬇️ 🔗Learn more: news.fiu.edu/2026/miami-hea…

AI is reshaping every industry and at @MDCollege, we’re making sure those opportunities reach students across all of Miami-Dade County.   Today, at the launch of the AI Innovation Hub at our Kendall Campus, our students were front and center showcasing what this looks like in practice: 🏢 Architecture students using AI to enhance design renderings; 💻 Cybersecurity students applying AI to automate cyberattack prevention;  🤖 Robotics students exploring object and facial detection, and robotic vision; 💼 Business students building AI-driven applications to launch their own businesses.   This hub is about access and applied learning. By creating hands-on, real-world environments like this, we’re connecting local students to high-demand careers and ensuring the tech economy grows in a more inclusive way.   And we're not doing it alone. We do it in partnership with leaders from @intel, @Google, @Microsoft, @IBM, @OpenAI, the National Science Foundation, and the Mark Cuban Foundation, to ensure that our students are working with the same tools shaping the global economy, right here at home.

Be sure to download the free FloridaShines app today for 24/7 access to free college success tools, right at your fingertips! Designed specifically for Florida’s high school and college students, parents, and guardians. Download it from the Apple App Store, Google Play, or at floridashines.org/app

In case you missed it: FAMU theater scholar and Head Drum Major of the Marching 100, Oluwamodupe “Dupe” Oloyede, appeared in the opening number of the 98th Academy Awards. Representing FAMU, HBCUs and Greek life on the world’s biggest stage. We’re so proud of you, Dupe!

Undecided on a major? Use FloridaShines to search degree and certificate programs offered by public colleges, universities, and technical colleges throughout Florida. Go to floridashines.org/discover-progr… and start exploring your future today!

Preparing your resume? Formatting is important. Bold your name, section headers and job titles but limit other formatting. For other tips to make your resume stand out from the rest, go to floridashines.org/resume-writing….

We are proud to announce the official launch of Florida Poly Collegiate Athletics! 💜🔥 Beginning this fall, Phoenix teams will compete in men’s and women’s soccer, cross-country, basketball, baseball, and softball. A new era of competition begins now! floridapoly.edu/news/031026-ga…

Planning to interview for a job or internship soon? Be sure to prepare a few questions for the interviewer that show an interest in the company and the role. For more tips on how to shine during your interview, visit floridashines.org/interview-tips

High school seniors: Your spring break is a great time to visit college campuses. If you can’t make the trip, many colleges offer virtual tours, allowing you to tour the campus without leaving your home. Check with your desired college to arrange a campus visit, or go to floridashines.org/virtual-campus… to see which colleges offer a virtual campus tour!

Via @northescambia: UWF Awarded $2 Million National Science Foundation Grant To Support STEM Students Read more: northescambia.com/2026/03/uwf-aw…

Need your transcript? Access it online from FloridaShines! If you're currently enrolled in a Florida public college or university, you can quickly and easily check your unofficial transcripts online using FloridaShines. Stay on top of your academic progress with just a few clicks! Visit floridashines.org/check-your-pro… to access your transcript today!

@PBStateCollege, in collaboration with Boca Pilot, is launching a fast-track to careers in aviation with their pilot pathway program.🧑‍✈️ bocaratontribune.com/bocaratonnews/…

Today is #ReadAcrossAmericaDay, a celebration of literacy and the joy of reading. Celebrate by taking time to curl up with a good book. What are you reading today?📖 📷: @PolkState @LSSCedu

As this #CTEMonth wraps up, keep the momentum going! Use this handy CTE Admissions Checklist as a guide when applying to career & technical education programs. Get it at floridashines.org/cte-admissions…

Student well-being is essential to success. Across the State University System of Florida, counseling and wellness services help students thrive and achieve excellence. ___ #FloridaSUS