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Inside the Gut: The Key to Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
A trend has arisen from college students discussing their “freshman 15,” addressing the weight that they gained during their first year of college as a result the food they consumed. Usually, their…
NASA Prepares for Artemis II Amid Leadership Change
In recent months, the United States has made significant progress towards returning humans to the moon. As part of NASA’s Artemis program, the agency plans to send a crew of four astronauts…
The Blue Wave: Four Major Wins for Democrats Across the Country
Voters across the nation made their voices heard on Tuesday, delivering sweeping victories for Democrats in four major elections. In Virigina, Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger defeated Republican Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears, becoming…
DSC’s School of Mathematics Hosts 2nd Annual Math Fest “Math In Motion”
On October 24, Daytona State College’s School of Mathematics hosted their second annual Math Fest, bringing attention to the importance of mathematics, promoting cooperation, and encouraging students as they grow in math….
Sleep and Brain Plasticity: Is Late Night Studying Actually Helping?
With anticipation and preparation for midterms, it’s common to stay up late to study. Students may feel overloaded with work and study guides for their tests, causing them to cram their studies…
The Power of Student Voices: How College Democrats Got HB 49 Withdrawn
In preparation for the 2026 Florida House of Representatives legislative session, many Florida Representatives have already begun filing their proposed bills. On September 26, 2025, Republican Rep. Gossett-Seidman of Florida’s 91st district,…
Depression Awareness Month: How DSC Students and Faculty are Fighting Back
As the weather begins to chill and the pumpkin spice drinks return, some students may find their moods dimming with the season. With October being Depression Awareness Month, it’s a reminder that…
Perseverance Rover Finds Evidence of Ancient Life on the Surface of Mars
For as long as humanity has existed on Earth, we have looked up to the night sky in awe and curiosity. We have wondered, “Are we alone?” For most of that long…
NASA’s NG-23 Mission Launches Cygnus XL to ISS, Advancing In-Space Data and Fuel Research
Another day, another successful liftoff from Earth’s busiest spaceport. On September 14, NASA successfully launched the NG-23 resupply mission from SLC-41 on the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. After two days of…
From Couch to Crisis: Is Sitting Causing Bodily Deterioration?
For most people, sitting is a normal part of the day. The average person will go to their eight-hour office job, take their lunch break to sit and eat in the break…
Setting Boundaries: AI in College Classrooms
AI is becoming more active and apparent within society, and with it comes questions, concerns, and to some, possibilities. As it becomes a new part of daily lives, it has also become…
DSC Culinary and Hospitality Department Earns Recognition for Student Success.
Food, for everyone, is a necessity for survival. Yet some eat, sleep, and breathe it. It’s their art form. Every plate is crafted with discipline and precision, and every dish is served…
Spring Into Medicine: Daytona State College’s New Radiologic Imaging Bachelor Program
Daytona State College has dived into the new year with several changes, including a new café in the student service building, changes in the bookstore and new degree programs. For students following…
Medicine in Space: NASA Explores New Biotech Frontiers
In an era where NASA’s challenges often dominate headlines, a remarkable story of scientific ambition is unfolding above our planet. With the most recent crew to arrive at the International Space Station,…
Charlie Kirk Assassinated During Utah Campus Event
On Wednesday, in Orem, Utah, Charlie Kirk, founder of the non-profit organization Turning Point USA and a prominent conservative activist, was fatally shot while speaking during an event hosted by TPUSA at…
Daytona International Speedway: Coke Zero Sugar 400
The Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway marked the end of the NASCAR Cup Series regular season and the beginning of the playoff chase, with all 16 postseason spots now…
Go Cold for a Cause
After ten years, the Ice Bucket Challenge has returned, with a new focus on mental health awareness. Revived by students at the University of South Carolina’s Mental Illness Needs Discussion (MIND) Club,…
Flagler Beach Pier Construction Start Date Remains Unclear
The Flagler Beach pier has been victim to the strong hurricanes that have hit Florida. In 2016, Hurricane Matthew swept 160 feet of the pier into the ocean. Although it remained open…
Scientists Claim to Have Found Evidence for Life on Another Planet
For as long as humans have been on Earth, we have looked up to the sky and wondered if there might be other life out there. Today, scientists may begin to answer…
Students Become Oscar Winners at Club Banquet: Red Carpet Edition.
On April 15, 2025, Daytona State College’s Student Government Association hosted its annual Club Banquet. Club members across all DSC campuses came together to enjoy the event, the red-carpet theme showing through…
Jared Isaacman Makes His Case to to Lead NASA
After months of anticipation, on April 9, Jared Isaacman sat before the US Senate and delivered a passionate testimonial, making his case for why he should be the next administrator of NASA….
The War Against Bacteria: Antibiotic Resistance
Take a moment to imagine sweet Grandma Cathy. During one of her outings, likely to gather ingredients for baking, she was exposed to bacteria causing an infection. Poor Grandma Cathy develops pneumonia…
From Pole-to-Pole: Fram2 Sends Astronauts on Historic Flight
Last week, SpaceX launched a crew of astronauts into an orbit above Earth’s poles, a historic first. This mission, Fram2, allowed four astronauts to observe both poles, as well as the aurora…
Students Required to Wear Roller Skates on Campus to Improve Mobility
For years, students from across the country have struggled with getting around college campuses. At Daytona State College, lengthy walks to class are made near impossible by the traditional campus layout, causing…
SpaceX Prepares to Launch Massive Starship Rocket from Florida
On March 3rd, SpaceX announced plans to build a 380-foot-tall stacking facility on Merritt Island in order to build their new Mars-bound Starship rocket. The facility, nicknamed the “Gigabay” after SpaceX’s facilities…
Daytona Beach’s 2025 Bike Week Comes to an End
In 1937, the first ever bike week was held in Daytona Beach, Florida—but it looked nothing like it does now. The Daytona 200 motor bike race was held on 3.2 miles of…
From Launch to Landing, Firefly Aerospace Does Not Disappoint
With all the buzz around Mars from Elon Musk and the new administration, the moon has been largely ignored. Despite this, NASA’s objective remains to establish a permanent settlement on the lunar…
Love is in the Air: A Closer Look at DSC’s Valentine’s Day Plans
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and the Daytona State College community is buzzing with excitement. Whether students and staff are celebrating with a special someone, friends, or simply embracing self-love,…
Why Was TikTok Banned for Twelve Hours?
A couple of weeks ago, Americans lost access to their favorite app, TikTok. On January 18th, 2025, TikTok was shut down in the U.S. The application’s almost 170 million U.S. users were…
Fire in the Night – CRS-31 Brings Food and Science to the ISS
“SpaceX Flight Director is GO for launch.” said a dry voice over a webcast. A few seconds later, “Ignition. Engines full power. And Liftoff. Go SpaceX, go Falcon, go CRS.” The voice…
Harris’s Policies Unpacked
The 2024 Presidential Election is here, with current Vice President Kamala Harris running for the democratic party with her running mate Tim Walz. Understanding where presidential candidates stand on certain issues is…
What is Amendment 4 on Florida’s 2024 Ballot?
This year’s election will include 6 amendments on the ballot for Florida. One of which is citizen-initiated Amendment 4 regarding abortion rights. The amendment would determine that no law shall prohibit, penalize,…
Breaking Down the Ballot
The 2024 general election is just around the corner, and your vote can make a difference. With a surge of newly registered voters this year, many people will be navigating their ballots…
Trump’s Policies Unpacked
As the 2024 presidential election draws near, this article outlines the key policy issues shaping the Trump administration’s campaign, focusing on topics like the economy, climate change, and immigration. By examining these…
2024 United States Presidential Debate Highlights
The 2024 United States presidential debate aired live Tuesday, September 10. The presidential candidates, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, took the stage with debate moderators David Muir and…
Stricter Abortion Law is in Effect in the State of Florida
Florida’s 6-week abortion ban went into effect May 1, 2024. Senate Bill 300 prohibits physicians to terminate a pregnancy after the first 6 weeks (gestational age) of a term. This bill was announced April…
New Florida Bill Banning Minors from Social Media: Latest News
Ron DeSantis has signed off on House Bill 3, which is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2025. Children under 14 years of age will be restricted from some social media platforms. …
Rip Curl and Bethany Hamilton: What Really Happened?
In 2003, professional surfer, Bethany Hamilton lost her left arm in a major shark attack. She soon became a worldwide inspiration, as she conquered surfing with one arm. Rip Curl has represented Bethany Hamilton since…
New Florida Bill Potentially Banning Minors from Social Media
Florida’s social media bill, House Bill 1, was vetoed by Governor Ron DeSantis and is now being presented with corrections. The reworked bill would ban 13-year-olds from any use of social media…
Daytona Beach Vs. Nature: A Constant Battle
In Daytona Beach, erosion and wind from storms cause damage to seawalls and coastline buildings. A timeshare located in Daytona Beach, Catalina Beach Club, had to close down last August due to repairs for…
Compass by Margaritaville Breaks Ground in Flagler Beach
Flagler Beach’s Compass by Margaritaville hotel has broken ground. Located in the center of Flagler Beach, Veteran’s Park, it has stirred the attention of many locals. Ormond Beach-based Elite Hospitality’s developer and manager, Manoj…
Book Bans and Rallies in Florida School Systems Continue to Rise
On July 1, 2023, House Bill 1069, also referred to as “Don’t say Gay”, took effect in Florida. The bill prohibited instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in the classroom atmosphere from prekindergarten…
Space Coast Locals
If you wish to experience a sight nothing short of magical, mark your calendars for the next SpaceX rocket launch. Gather with friends and family to watch SpaceX sate-lite the night! Elon…
Flagler Beach Makes the Best of Hurricane Season
If you have attended Flagler Beach recently, you may have noticed some hurricane damage, or maybe even some enormous waves. Hurricane season can be devastating for the locals in Flagler Beach. Although…
New Equipment, New Opportunities
The Daytona State College Music Production Technology program has received new equipment that allows music students to experiment with analog synthesizer sounds. On February 7th, the DSC MPT Instagram page posted a…
Dental Hygiene Clinic in Need of Patients
Anything can seem easy in theory, but to fully understand how things work, it is imperative not to apply “textbook knowledge” to real-world situations. This is why the Dental Hygiene Clinic program…
Two Elections, One Semester
Daytona State’s Student Government Association is slated to have an unusually active semester this Spring. Not only will they be handling their usual responsibilities of presenting issues to the school’s administration on…
After Ian: DSC’s Main Campus and the Hurricane
In early October, Hurricane Ian made landfall and devastated southwest Florida, with coastal cities like Fort Myers taking the brunt of the hit. While Volusia didn’t incur the worst of Ian’s wrath,…
Residence Hall at DSC in Full Swing
When the Residence Hall first opened its doors to residents during the Summer B semester, the board of trustees at Daytona State made sure to use this test run to its full…
3.9 Million Grant Awarded to the School of Workforce
On September 16th, 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis presented Daytona State College’s School of Workforce with a grant totaling 3.9 million dollars. The money is part of multiple grants awarded to the…

Dormitory Follow-up
Last year, In Motion talked with the college’s Vice President of the DSC Foundation, Tim Norton, on some vague yet helpful thoughts and ideas regarding the new dorms being built on campus. A full year later, concrete has been poured and the steel beams have been erected. This monumental achievement for the college is aimed to be completed around the end of the summer semester 2022.

Holocaust Remembrance Event Recap
On April 8th, 2021, Daytona State College honored Yom HaShoah by having a moment of reflection at the clock tower plaza on the Daytona campus and an online presentation via Teams.

All-Florida Academic Team Winners
Each year, the Florida College System acknowledges those stellar students around the state for their academic achievement, leadership and service to the community. In order to be considered for such an honorable award, students must first be nominated to the All-USA Academic Team competition by…

One of the Most Anticipated Events of March 2021
Over the past two months, the citizens of Daytona Beach were watching with bated breath one of the most ambitious construction projects in the area. On March 22, 2021, the gas station chain Buc-ee’s proudly opened their doors to their first guests at the intersection of…

















































