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Association of Florida Colleges (AFC)

What is AFC?

The Association of Florida Colleges (AFC) is the professional association for Florida's 28 public state and community colleges, their boards, employees, retirees and associates.

AFC logoAFC is the only organization in Florida that belongs to and supports us as state college employees. Its purpose is to help the Florida Legislature understand the role state colleges play in higher education, and to advocate for strong and viable state colleges in Florida.

All 28 of Florida's state and community colleges support the work of the association through institutional dues, as do more than 9,000 individual college employees and retirees through individual memberships, and the sharing of their talents, time and energy.

Daytona State College currently boasts more than 360 members in the Daytona State AFC Chapter. Many elect to pay their annual dues by payroll deduction. For as little as $1.46 per pay period you, too, can become a member and help to support our College and its mission.

Region Townhall Meeting and Region 2 & 3 Chapter Breakouts

We are excited to invite you to our quarterly Town Hall Meeting where we will look at upcoming activities and improvements planned for AFC and review proposed updates to our bylaws and articles of incorporation. We will also discuss plans for our 75th anniversary and preview the upcoming legislative session. This meeting is an opportunity for you to participate in shaping our organization’s future.

This Townhall Meeting will also include chapter discussion breakouts, where you will have the chance to connect with members from your region and contribute to our shared goals and vision.

Your input and participation are vital as we navigate these changes and celebrate our achievements. We look forward to your presence and valuable contributions!

  • Date: September 20, 2024
  • Time: Noon – 1 p.m.
  • Location: Zoom

AFC - DSC Chapter Officers (Executive Committee)

President, Gabi Booth
Gabi.Booth@DaytonaState.edu
386-506-4565

Vice-President/President Elect, Erika Blanken
Erika.Blanken@daytonastate.edu 
386-506-3919

Secretary, Michelle Goldys
Michelle.Goldys@daytonastate.edu 
386-506-3331

Treasurer, Mercedes Clement
Mercedes.Clement@DaytonaState.edu
386-506-3440

Membership Chair, Miguel Rivera
Miguel.Rivera@daytonastate.edu 
386-506-3973

Immediate Past President, Charlene Latimer
Charlene.Latimer@daytonastate.edu 

Committees:

Nominating Committee
Vacant, Chair

Communications Committee
Chris Thomes, Chair

Book Scholarship Information

Purpose: 

The purpose of the Scholarship is to assist members of the Daytona State AFC Chapter with the cost of course materials associated with classes or training by reimbursing a percentage of the cost of books/materials (excluding shipping & handling and taxes).

Requirements for Application:

  • The employee must be a member in good standing in the Daytona State College Chapter of the Association of Florida Colleges for one year prior to submitting the scholarship application.
  • The employee must be employed at the College from the period the course begins until the scholarship reimbursement is distributed.
  • Deadlines for application submission are followed.
  • The maximum lifetime benefit is $800.

Criteria for awarding scholarships:

  • Satisfactory completion of the course (B for graduate courses, C for undergraduate courses)
  • Satisfactory completion of training as verified by certificate, letter, etc.
  • Active involvement in AFC as a volunteer is strongly encouraged (assisting in a minimum of one AFC Chapter event per semester)