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DSC Scam Alert! Protect Yourself from Fraudulent Messages 

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Attention Falcons!
 
Scammers are actively targeting college students with messages designed to trick you into clicking harmful links or sharing personal and financial information.
 
Watch out for:

  • Emails or texts pretending to be from Daytona State College, professors, or financial aid offices.
  • Fake job offers, scholarships, or urgent financial assistance.
  • Requests for banking info, login credentials, or gift card purchases.

 
Protect yourself:

  • Don’t click on unexpected links or attachments.
  • Verify the sender—official email addresses end with @DaytonaState.edu
  • Report suspicious messages to HelpDesk@daytonastate.edu.

 
Daytona State College will never ask for sensitive information via email or text. If something feels off, trust your instincts and reach out.
 
Stay safe,
Campus Safety

 

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Counseling and Accessibility Services announce the launch of Mindfulness Mondays, a monthly opportunity to pause, recharge, and practice mindfulness together. Sessions will be held on the first Monday of each month, beginning October 6, 2025, at noon.

A Microsoft Teams link will be shared with you one week prior to each session. We encourage you to take this opportunity to pause, recharge, and enhance your well-being.

Expanding the On-Campus Living Experience

DSC's second residence hall renderingOur capital campaign to build a second student residence hall on the Daytona Beach Campus is underway and you are invited to help our students!

 

The new facility, which is expected to house approximately 256 students, could open as early as Fall 2026.

Our first residence hall has been a resounding success. It opened to full capacity in Fall 2022. It is already at full capacity for the upcoming academic year. And we have received more than 1,000 student housing applications in less than one year. 

When we began studying the possibility of building housing on campus in 2018, a study we commissioned showed the college could support more than 500 students. Initial plans for the second residence hall call for approximately 52,000 square feet of space and approximately 256 beds.

We know that students who live on campus are more engaged with their instructors, utilize academic support systems more frequently, and participate more in on-campus activities.

With the DSC Foundation, we’re launching a $16 million capital campaign. Donations from the community will ensure our residence hall will be an affordable and accessible option for students. We need your support. Make your gift here, or contact the Daytona State College Foundation at Foundation@DaytonaState.edu or by calling (386) 506-3195.

You can learn more at the new residence hall web page and keep tabs on the campaign’s progress. 

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Outstanding Employee Laura Haddad

Honoring Employee Laura Haddad

It is with great pleasure that we share news of Laura Haddad receiving a Service Excellence Award this week at our Senior Executive Staff meeting.

Laura joined Daytona State in July 2011 as a custodian in the Facilities Department at the main campus. Later that year she transferred to the New Smyrna Beach/Edgewater Campus and, in early 2012, was promoted to Maintenance Specialist, serving the NSB and DeLand campuses for 10 years before joining the Student Life team as Senior Staff Assistant in 2021.

Known as the “heart and hub” of Student Life, Laura creates a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable dropping in to learn about clubs and activities. She handles purchase orders, requisitions and club-related expenses, and supports organizations such as Student Publications, Student Government Association and Phi Theta Kappa. She also plays a key role in planning and executing the annual Awards Convocation and Commencement, ensuring each event runs smoothly.

Laura’s dedication extends to the Residence Hall, where she assists with move-ins and move-outs, room inspections and other student-support tasks. She even served as a COMPASS mentor for two semesters, helping student mentees navigate challenges and connect with College resources.

Students and colleagues alike admire her helpfulness, efficiency and genuine commitment to ensuring every student has the best possible college experience.

Please join us in congratulating Laura for her outstanding service and commitment to our mission.

Outstanding Employee Lisa Wise

Honoring Employee Lisa Wise

It is with great pleasure that we share news that Lisa Wise received a Service Excellence Award this week at our Senior Executive Staff meeting.

Lisa first joined Daytona State College in 2005 as an Academic Advisor, supporting students in the Dual Enrollment program. In 2010 she became a Student Disability Services Advisor before taking a position in 2015 with the State Division of Blind Services. She returned to DSC in 2023 to serve as a Counselor in our Counseling & Accessibility Services department.

Throughout her time with us, Lisa has demonstrated a deeply student-focused approach. She takes time to understand each student’s unique needs and works collaboratively with faculty, staff and community partners to create accommodations that promote success. Her expertise in disability support fosters a welcoming environment where students feel empowered and understood.

Lisa was one of two members of Counseling & Accessibility Services to become Certified Wellness Coaches through funding from the Project SPEAK grant. In that role, she provides holistic, student-centered guidance that addresses mental health, academic stress and personal growth. As a Counselor, she regularly meets with students in crisis or those simply needing someone to confide in, and her efforts have led to numerous student success stories, improved retention and stronger overall student well-being. She also coordinates the annual Abilities Awareness Day, which celebrates the talents and achievements of students and community partners.

By blending her expertise in accessibility services with her training in wellness coaching, Lisa is an invaluable member of the Counseling & Accessibility Services team – and a powerful advocate for student success across the College.

Please join us in congratulating Lisa for her outstanding service and commitment to our mission.

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