Palm Beach State College Biotechnology

05/06/2026

🎓✨ Celebrating the Future of Science! ✨🎓

Today we proudly recognize the incredible graduates of the Biotechnology Program at Palm Beach State College! 🧬🔬

Your dedication, curiosity, and passion for discovery have led you to this amazing milestone. From mastering lab techniques to exploring cutting-edge innovations, you are now prepared to make a meaningful impact in the world of science, healthcare, and beyond.

We can’t wait to see where your journeys take you—whether continuing your education, entering the workforce, or leading the next breakthrough in biotechnology.

Congratulations, graduates! Your future is bright, and this is just the beginning. Panther Proud, Panther Strong! 🌟🐆🐾🌟

04/24/2026

We want to extend a heartfelt Congratulations to our graduating Biotechnology student, Marcela Tarazona, who has been selected as one of six PBSC students to be honored as a 2026 World Impact Scholar, from a highly competitive pool of applicants. She will receive a $2,500 scholarship.

Supported by a generous investment from Coca-Cola North America, the World Impact Scholars program reflects Phi Theta Kappa’s commitment to investing in student success and especially in those whose education and career pathways strengthen their communities and meet real workforce needs. These scholars represent the talent, determination, and local impact that community colleges cultivate every day, and their selection is a powerful reflection of your institution’s leadership and commitment to opportunity.

Congratulations on this amazing opportunity!

04/23/2026

Our Biotechnology 1 Genomics students had an incredible opportunity to step beyond the classroom and into real-world science during their recent visit to Dr. Susana Valente’s research lab at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology. 🧬

Throughout the visit, students learned more about the research that their Professor, Dr. Mark Clementz worked on prior to coming to PBSC and explored cutting-edge research focused on HIV biology, gene expression, and innovative therapeutic strategies. They engaged with scientists, observed advanced laboratory techniques, and gained firsthand insight into how genomics is shaping the future of medicine.

Experiences like this bring course concepts to life—connecting what we learn in class to meaningful, impactful research happening right here in our community. We are so grateful to the researchers and staff for inspiring the next generation of scientists!

https://wertheim.scripps.ufl.edu/profile/valente-susana/

04/20/2026

Our Intro to Biotech students had an incredible opportunity to step into the world of cutting-edge science today during our class trip to the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience! 🧠✨
From exploring advanced imaging technologies to learning how researchers study brain function at the cellular level, students experienced firsthand what it means to be at the forefront of neuroscience discovery. The visit sparked curiosity, inspired questions, and connected classroom learning to real-world innovation.

A huge thank you to the scientists and staff who welcomed us and shared their passion for research and discovery. A special thank you to PBSC Biotech Program Alum, Dr. Mike Guest, for hosting yet another wonderful tour. Experiences like this empower our students to envision themselves as the next generation of scientists, healthcare professionals, and innovators.

04/17/2026

We are proud to celebrate two outstanding students for their Academic Excellence Awards! 🎓✨

Please join us in congratulating Amanda Shenkman and Riya Kumar for their exceptional dedication, hard work, and commitment to academic and leadership success. Their achievements reflect not only their perseverance, but also their passion for learning and growth.

These students have gone above and beyond, setting a high standard of excellence and inspiring those around them. We are excited to see all they will accomplish in the future!

Congratulations again on this well-deserved recognition! 👏🎉

04/16/2026

Today we hosted our Spring Biotechnology Genomics Poster Symposium where our students from Dr. Mark Clementz’s Biotech 1 lab class presented on experiments they conducted this semester. Congratulations to all the presenters for doing a great job.

A special Congratulations to our top presenters:

First Place: Winter Kelty
Second Place: Amanda Shenkman
Third Place: Jasmine Chappell

Thank you to our amazing research industry partners who took time out of their busy schedules to serve as Industry Judges:

Sonia Jablonski, PhD., Research Assistant Professor
and
Joseph Jablonski, Laboratory Manager and Research Assistant IV
Both from the Dr. Susana Valente Laboratory at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology

It was a wonderful event with a great turn out. What a perfect way to end the semester.

We look forward to seeing our biotech students in the fall. Until then, have an amazing summer!

03/17/2026

Happy ! ☘️

If you’ve ever wondered why the bubbles in Guinness appear to fall instead on rising, or what gives the beer its dark colour, check out this edition of in C&EN: https://cen.acs.org/articles/93/i11/Periodic-Graphics-Chemistry-Pint-Guinness.html

03/16/2026

What a wonderful article about our amazing TeamWork Education Foundation Scholarships! The generous scholarship program is helping AS program students at the Palm Beach Gardens campus of PBSC accomplish their academic and career goals. Please see page 12 for the article.

Our publication is an upbeat and colorful opportunity to include relevant resident stories, feature articles, events, and photos. Each edition is intended to personify the style of whom we are as a Community with Content

03/15/2026

Come out and see biotech program alum Bethany Simpson talk about native Florida orchids.

02/09/2026

It’s been an absolute pleasure to work with the Teamwork Education Foundation to provide scholarships for not just our biotech students, but also AS program students across the entire Palm Beach Gardens campus. What an amazing organization!

Here is the latest update:
https://news.pbsc.edu/stories/2026/TeamWork-Education-Foundation-commits-200000-in-scholarships-to-Palm-Beach-State-College-students.php