EFSC Foundation Newsletter May 2017 | Page 2

Events and Outreach I had the pleasure of joining the EFSC Foundation team in January. My overall responsibility is Development, which includes organizing Foundation events, cultivating Alumni Outreach and forming a new Athletic Booster Club. Alumni Update S erving on the Alumni Advisory Board at Eastern Florida State College has been a wonderful opportunity to volunteer and give back to the college. I attended Eastern Florida State I am excited to share with College while still in High School you some upcoming through the dual-enrollment events. On October 5, program. The opportunity to 2017, we will be hosting earn college credit and ease into Melanie Tisdale Realtor “Titan’s Toast to Health,” the college experience was a an event that will showcase great experience. our new state-of-the-art I attended Eastern Florida Health Sciences Institute. State College while still in Karin Alcock Guests will be treated to High School through the dual- Associate Director of guided tours through eight enrollment program. Community labs while enjoying Outreach After graduating from Melbourne High School, I signature tapas dishes Initiatives returned to EFSC as a full time student and graduated perfectly paired with with honors with my AA Degree. samplings of wine and beer. I feel it is so important to help our community and I Live entertainment and a “blind wine pull” raffle will am always looking for ways to volunteer and serve! It round out the evening. Mark your calendar and be on is my honor and pleasure to introduce others to our the look-out for your invitation! fabulous Space Coast and share in their home-buying Our 4th Annual EFSC Golf Classic is scheduled for experience. After all, it truly is the most wonderful September 22, 2017. Save the date and stay tuned for place to call home. EFSC is an essential part of the more details. Space Coast and instilled in me a desire and love for I look forward to meeting you in person! lifelong learning. I am forever grateful and blessed for the education I received. Upcoming Events September 22 •   4th Annual EFSC Scholarship Golf Classic October 5 •  Titan’s Toast to Health Cocktail Party Note: Scholarship Applications for Fall 2017 open April 17 and will close June 14 Titan Fund Endowment A s our college expands and grows, the need for financial support for scholarships is essential. In order to increase our ability to provide scholarships, the Titan Fund Endowment was established and we launched the “Come Grow with Us” campaign. With the generous support of our alumni, donors and friends, this year’s campaign raised over $67,000. THANK YOU for your support! To learn more about this ongoing campaign go to: easternflorida.edu/ foundation/titan-fund.cfm