Dr. Nicole DeCaro’s journey to leadership and business professor at Eastern Florida State College was surprisingly rooted in an early dislike of school. “I was likely one of the most challenging students a teacher could have,” said DeCaro. “Now there’s a saying that I live by: ‘Although I cannot go back in time and make […]
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One in every four students will quit college during their first year, when risk of dropout reaches its peak. However, by fostering a supportive campus environment, strong extracurricular engagement, and resources for academic success, colleges can significantly increase their students’ likelihood to persist and graduate. Launched in 2024, Eastern Florida State College’s (EFSC’s) First Year
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When choosing a career, it’s important to do something you enjoy. Knowing your interests can help narrow down what type of career will fulfill and sustain you — even when life gets tough. Self-exploration takes time and effort, which is why the Holland Code (also known as the RIASEC) assessment is useful. By answering 60
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June 20, 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of “Jaws,” an American thriller film that captivated the world and the mind of literary scholar Dr. Phil Simpson, who serves as Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Eastern Florida State College and recently co-authored “This shark, swallow you whole”: Essays on the Cultural Influence of
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