FL House budget proposal threatens college access for 22,000 students
Keiser University Vice Chancellor Belinda Keiser said the cuts would hit non-traditional students hardest - working adults, single parents and first-generation college-goers who rely on these grants.
"Thirty-five hundred dollars a year over the next four years will be taken away," she said. "That might cause some of those students pursuing nursing, pursuing Homeland Security, pursuing cyber - and we offer all those degrees - to drop out. And to me, talent should always be one of your best investments."
I was honored to participate in the Electoral College on Tuesday at the Florida State Senate chamber in Tallahassee, casting my ballot for Donald Trump for president and J.D. Vance for vice president, in accordance with the U.S. Constitution.
CFO Jimmy Patronis Gives Remarks During Florida Veterans Roundtable
Keiser University Joins Collins, Nunez, Patronis to Talk Female Veterans
Headed up by Belinda Keiser and the Florida Commission on the Status of Women, the roundtable hit on issues affecting veterans, specifically female veterans as the fastest-growing group in the veteran population, including mental health.
CFO Jimmy Patronis Gives Remarks During Florida Veterans Roundtable
CFO Jimmy Patronis said, “Since becoming CFO in 2017, I’ve prioritized the support of our active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families in Florida. With more than 1.4 million veterans who call Florida home, veterans are essential members of our community and deserve the utmost respect and admiration for their service to our country. Huge thanks to the Florida Commission on the Status of Women for hosting this important panel and to Lt. Governor Nunez for her participation in highlighting the mental health and veterans support issues that our brave men and women in uniform struggle with when returning home from deployment. These heroes are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our country to preserve our freedom and defend the homeland.
Making it official: Florida Republicans cast Electoral College votes for Trump
Florida’s 30 electoral votes went to President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on Tuesday, as a slate of Republicans cast ballots during a ceremony in the state Capitol.
Who are the Florida electors who will vote for Donald Trump? Slate full of GOP leaders
But before he can take office, the state electors must vote in the Electoral College. On Tuesday, Dec. 17, the Florida Electoral College is scheduled to meet in the Senate chambers at the state Capitol. Belinda Keiser, vice-chancellor of community relations and student advancement at Keiser University, was named one of Florida’s 30 electors.
Reclaiming Nevada: How Black, Latino, and Asian-Americans Can Stand for Freedom
Nevada has always been a shining example of what makes America great. The state’s strength lies in its diversity — where Blacks, Latinos, Asian-Americans and Caucasians live and work side by side, united by shared values of faith, family and freedom. Today, these values are under attack. Kamala Harris and the Biden administration’s radical agenda threaten our way of life, and it’s time for freedom-loving Nevadans of all backgrounds to take a stand.
How Elections Can Impact Higher Education Plans
In today’s rapidly evolving labor market, the intersection of politics, policy, and education holds critical significance for students charting their future career paths. As elections shape the policies that govern education—determining funding, access, and quality—students must be keenly aware of how these decisions influence their educational investment. Understanding this relationship is critical, particularly in light of pressing economic factors and labor market shortages, such as those currently facing the healthcare sector.
Keiser University named one of Broward’s Top Advocates for Children by Florida’s Children First
Vice Chancellor Belinda Keiser attended the ceremony and accepted the award on behalf of Keiser University, discussing the commitment of the many who work tirelessly on behalf of Florida’s children. “All of you in this room tonight have fought alongside each other to ensure Florida’s at-risk children receive the care and representation they deserve,” said Keiser. “I am humbled to accept the 2024 Outstanding Corporate Champion for Children award on behalf of Keiser University and our nearly 4,000 employees.”
Keiser University Vice Chancellor Belinda Keiser Named One of Florida’s Most Influential Business Leaders
Keiser University Vice Chancellor Belinda Keiser was recently named to the 2023 Florida 500, a list of the state’s most influential business leaders produced annually by Florida Trend Magazine.
Keiser University Vice Chancellor Belinda Keiser Inducted into the Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges Hall of Fame
As Vice Chancellor at Keiser University, Keiser oversees media and public relations, government relations, student services, and alumni relations, serving for more than 40 years as an advocate for social mobility, accessibility to higher education, and talent development. She has devoted her career to advancing Florida’s higher education, economic, and workforce development communities and serves on numerous governmental boards.
Florida Commission on the Status of Women and Keiser University join forces to discuss issues that matter to Central Florida women
The mental health roundtable was led by FCSW Commissioner Belinda Keiser and Florida Senator Jason Brodeur and included Judge Alicia Latimore from Florida’s Ninth Judicial Circuit, Marni Stahlman, CEO of the Mental Health Association of Central Florida, Joanne Rice, Director of Florida’s Division Fire Marshall, and representatives from Paving the Way, Nacion de Fe Associate, HCA Healthcare, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, and Orange County Public Schools.
Keiser University Nursing Advisory Council announces recommendations to address Florida’s nursing shortage
“As Florida’s population continues to grow, the state’s future economic success is intertwined with a vibrant, financially strong, and sophisticated healthcare system,” said Belinda Keiser, Vice Chancellor of Keiser University. “That future includes a strong nursing workforce.”
Jimmy Patronis Inducts the Florida Commission on the Status of Women Officers and New Member
The CFO inducted the following 2023 officers: Chair Sophia Eccleston, Vice Chair Lori Day, Treasurer Rosie Paulsen, Secretary Claudia Medina Thomas, Member at large Jenna Persons-Mulicka, Member at large Maruchi Azorin, and Parliamentarian Belinda Keiser.
Nursing Advisory Council makes recommendations to help gain more nurses
Belinda Keiser, Vice Chancellor of Keiser University, said the nursing shortages impacts things like critical care. "We hear from nurses in the talent pile and there's burnout. They care about quality," Keiser said. "The hospitals are stepping up by hiring as many as they can. But with the growth in Florida the demand for nurses continues."
20th Annual For the Public Good Gala fundraiser raises $131,000 for Legal Aid Programs in Broward County
Belinda Keiser, vice chancellor of Community Relations and Student Advancement at Keiser University was presented with the Tony Karrat Excellence in Community Service Award.