With six locations, seven intercollegiate sports, more than 50 student clubs and organizations, there is a lot going on at PHSC. Check out our news, updated with the latest information when it happens.

PHSC, Dayspring Academy Expand Early College Partnership Allowing Students to Earn Associate Degrees Before High School Graduation

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) and Dayspring Academy officially formalized the next phase of their partnership through the formal execution of the Charter Contract on Wednesday, May 13. This milestone event represents a significant expansion of educational opportunities for students enrolled…

Instructure (Canvas Learning Management System) Incident Update

Instructure (Canvas Learning Management System)  has shared a recent update regarding the recent cybersecurity incident. Instructure CEO Steve Daly has reached an agreement with the unauthorized actor involved in the incident. As part of that agreement, the data was returned. Instructure…

Back-to-Back Champs: PHSC Baseball Clinches South District Title, Returns to World Series

For the second year in a row, the Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Bobcats Baseball Team is set to compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II College World Series from Saturday, May 23, to Saturday, May 30, in Enid, Okla., after winning the Florida College…

Important Canvas Service Interruption Information

Pasco-Hernando State College is continuing to work through a nationwide cybersecurity incident involving Instructure, the company that owns Canvas. Instructure has informed us that Pasco-Hernando State College is one of the colleges impacted by the incident.  At this time, Canvas cannot be…

PHSC Baseball Wins Second Straight FCSAA Division II Region 8 State Championship, Advances to NJCAA Division II South District Series

The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Bobcats Baseball Team captured the 2026 FCSAA Division II Region 8 State Tournament title for the second consecutive year, defeating top-seeded Lake-Sumter State College 3-1 in a decisive championship matchup. Entering the tournament as the Number Two seed,…

Caps, Gown and Grit: PHSC Spring Grads Turn Perseverance into Possibility

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) will cross the stage with more than diplomas—they carry stories off resilience, determination and hard-earned triumph. This spring’s graduates have overcome obstacles, defied expectations and persevered through challenges to reach this milestone. From students…

PHSC’s Operating Hours for Spring 2026 Commencement

Due to PHSC’s spring 2026 commencement ceremonies, the College’s operating hours will be adjusted on Thursday, May 7, 2026.  Department Hours Student Services, Student Affairs, Libraries and Academic Success Centers on all PHSC campuses will close at 4:30 p.m. Please note that the week…

PHSC Retains Experienced Leadership with Three Trustee Reappointments

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the re-appointment of Nicole Newlon, J.D., Jeffrey Harrington, Ph.D., and Kirk Wilson to the Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) District Board of Trustees (DBOT). Newlon is a partner at Johnson, Newlon and DeCort, P.A., a Tampa Fla. law firm. Newlon previously…

Strengthening Health Care Workforce Pipeline Was Focus of PHSC Institute for Nursing and Allied Health Advancement Convenes Quarterly Meeting

The Institute for Nursing and Allied Health Advancement powered by Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) convened its quarterly meeting this week, bringing together health care leaders and partners along with college administrators and academic leaders to collaborate on strategies that strengthen the…

Leadership in Action: PHSC Honors Outstanding Students and Alumni at 37th Annual Awards Ceremony

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) successfully hosted the Distinguished Alumni and Student Life and Leadership Awards Ceremony on April 23, an event honoring achievement, service and leadership across all campuses. The annual celebration brought together students, faculty, staff and families to…

PHSC Signs Agreement with FGCU to Advance Student Opportunities

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) today, creating a comprehensive framework for the development of future academic agreements, designed to enhance student opportunity and success in Pasco and Hernando…

PHSC Trustees to Review Proposed Course-Related Fee Adjustment

Pasco-Hernando State College’s District Board of Trustees (DBOT) will consider approving a proposed adjusted course-related fee at its May 19 board meeting, to be held at 11:30 a.m. at the Spring Hill Campus, 450 Beverly Court, Spring Hill, FL 34606. Fee adjustment proposals are reviewed and…

PHSC’s FBLA Named Top Chapter in Florida

Pasco-Hernando State College’s (“PHSC”) Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter attended the State Leadership Conference held in Orlando Fla. on March 19-22. The chapter was named Top Chapter among all colleges and universities, with students winning multiple awards and honors.  “…

PHSC Convenes Regional Health Care Leaders to Address Workforce Needs

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC), through The Institute for Nursing and Allied Health Advancement, hosted a regional Leadership Roundtable today, bringing together health care executives, education partners and state leadership to discuss Florida’s evolving health care workforce needs and…

PHSC Trustees to Review Proposed Course-Related Fee Adjustment

Pasco-Hernando State College’s District Board of Trustees (DBOT) will consider approving a proposed adjusted course-related fee at its April 21 board meeting, to be held at 11:30 a.m. at the Porter Campus at Wiregrass Ranch, 2727 Mansfield Blvd., Wesley Chapel, FL 33543. Fee adjustment proposals…

Advising Services Closure on March 19 and 20, 2026

Advising Services and Student Affairs Offices Closure – March 19 and 20, 2026 Advising Services and Student Affairs Offices on all campuses will be closed during the following times due to Spring Student Affairs Training: Thursday, March 19, 2026: Advising services will be unavailable from 1 to 4:…

PHSC Board of Trustees Selects Dayspring Early College Academy as College’s First Charter School

Pasco-Hernando State College (“PHSC”) is one of only a handful of Florida College System institutions approved thus far by the Florida Department of Education to serve as a charter school authorizer. Through this authority, the College will expand high-quality educational opportunities while…

Bobcat Weekend Wrap-Up - February 2026

Basketball The Men’s Basketball Team produced a strong showing during the 2026 FCSAA DII Men’s Basketball Championship in Jacksonville, FL., securing the first FCSAA Championship bid Since 2021. Unfortunately, the team fell short against Palm Beach State College in the Championship Game. PHSC…

From Army Veteran to Cybersecurity Leader: John Kitchens’ Journey Back to the Classroom

Q&A with John Kitchens As an Army veteran, executive leader, entrepreneur and full-time student, John Kitchens brings a wealth of life and professional experience to the classroom. Now preparing to graduate with his Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management (BAS-SM) with a…

Advising Services Closure on February 27, 2026

Advising services will be unavailable on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m. for advisor training. Front office staff will be available to assist students, and advising services will resume at 11 a.m. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

PHSC Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications for the 2026–2027 Academic Year

The Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2026–2027 academic year. All current and prospective PHSC students planning to enroll for the next academic year are encouraged to apply.  During the 2025-26 academic year, the PHSC Foundation…

PHSC District Board of Trustees Meeting Cancelled Due to Power Outage - 2/17

The PHSC District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting scheduled for today, Tuesday, February 17, has been cancelled due to a power outage. This meeting will be rescheduled for a later date. For updates and information on upcoming events, please visit our event calendar.

February is Financial Aid Awareness Month

February is Financial Aid Awareness Month! Complete your 2026-2027 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Visit your campus Financial Aid Office for FAFSA assistance and awarding updates. Visit FAFSA to Apply.

PHSC Elevates Surgical Technology Program to an Associate in Science Degree

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) proudly announced the transition of its Surgical Technology program from a certificate program to a full associate in science (AS) degree program last academic year, with the first class starting in spring 2025. This advancement reflects PHSC’s continued…

PHSC Boosts Local Economy by $563.2 Million Annually

Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) generates a powerful economic impact of $563.2 million annually for the region, according to a new report by Lightcast, underscoring the college’s role as a major driver of workforce development, job creation and economic growth across Pasco and Hernando counties…