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Flagler College’s Bickel Scholarship Fund empowers aspiring journalists
At Flagler College, the Karl A. Bickel and Madira Bickel Journalistic Scholarship Fund has become a beacon of opportunity for aspiring journalists.
Inside SGA: Meet the Leaders Making Moves at Flagler
The Student Government Association (SGA) serves as a vital bridge between students and administration through its efforts to promote clear communication. SGA strives to improve the welfare of students and...
Flagler College acts as the backdrop for the St. Augustine Film Festival
For 13 years, independent filmmakers, actors, and producers come to our historic city for an experience celebrating the art of cinematic storytelling.
Faculty Spotlight: Ben Atkinson
Ben Atkinson, Assistant Professor of Natural Sciences, instructs students on topics like ecology, environmental science & sustainability, and evolutionary biology.
Celebrated author, Professor C.H. Hooks, inspires new students with keynote Convocation speech
Convocation ceremonies are a cherished tradition at colleges and universities, celebrating students’ entry into higher education and warmly welcoming them into their new academic communities.
Using Discarded Oysters to Save Our Shores
Like many coastal areas, St. Augustine is familiar with the sight of eroded shorelines after a major storm. Along with destroying homes, erosion also damages vulnerable ecosystems, leaving every aspect of the coast affected by hurricanes and tropical storms.
Alumni Notes: Former Flagler Pitcher and Coach Christopher Holt Now on Staff of Orioles
For any kid who has played the game of baseball, their dream is to make it to the Major Leagues and step into the batter's box at Wrigley Field or Fenway Park.
Alumni Spotlight: Alum Aaron Sagers Gets Paranormal
On the day of his graduation, Flagler alumnus Aaron Sagers took his family on an unofficial ghost tour of St. Augustine, showing them the most haunted spots of the city and telling stories of the Hotel Ponce De Leon, including a floor tile that Henry Flagler’s face is supposedly emblazoned on. He wore his cap and gown the entire time.
FlagSHIP Deaf EcoSystem Course Creates Bridges Between Communities
Flagler Professors June Ann LeFors and Jennifer Catalano created the FlagSHIP Deaf EcoSystem Course with the sole mission of further connecting Flagler College to the Deaf community of St. Augustine. Their goal in creating the course was to teach students ways that local businesses can be more inclusive to Deaf individuals. With the help of Flagler- alumni owned local businesses, they’ve been able to do just that.
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated on campus with student event, keynote speaker
In 1988, the month-long celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month was codified as a national period of observance recognizing the cultures and contributions of people in the U.S. who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. This month of celebration, which begins on Sept. 15, also coincides with the anniversary of independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua reminding us to recognize the rich history of Latin American countries. “Hispanic Heritage Month to me means celebrating my culture and who I am,” senior Kandy Marroquin said. “It also reminds me to appreciate what my family has worked hard for.”