Pasco-Hernando State College recognized HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital and HCA Florida Trinity Hospital for their financial contributions, which will enable PHSC to award up to 30 annual scholarships during the 2025-2026 academic year, totaling $20,000. A breakfast check presentation was held at the PHSC West Campus Conference Center on Thursday morning, August 14.
In 2024, HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital provided the matching funds for the Linking Industry to Nursing Education (LINE) Fund that enabled PHSC to award the Excellence in Achievement Scholarship to ten PHSC Nursing students during the spring 2025 term. The hospital’s most recent gift will provide scholarships to students enrolled in a nursing program during the upcoming academic year.
“We are deeply grateful for the generous support for our health care students. Investments in scholarships help ensure that financial barriers do not stand in the way of developing the next generation of skilled, compassionate health care professionals. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to strengthening the health care workforce and improving the well-being of our communities,” said Eric Hall, Ed.D., PHSC president.
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital designated its funds towards the HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Medical Student Annual Scholarship, while HCA Trinity Hospital designated its funds towards the HCA Florida Trinity Hospital Scholarship, which benefits students enrolled in the nursing and allied health programs.
“We are grateful for the continued support of HCA Florida and our local hospitals. Their partnership and generosity over the years have provided financial support to countless students pursuing a career in the healthcare field,” said Lisa Richardson, Ed.D., vice president of advancement, innovation and strategic partnerships.
The event featured remarks from several key leaders who have played integral roles in advancing health care education and community partnerships: Eric Hall, Lisa Richardson and Sally Seymour, CEO of HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital.