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Lyft’s new option for women may make ridesharing safer

This might be Lyft’s angle to becoming the top rideshare app.

Beloved multi-vendor eatery plans expansion to meet community needs

A Lakeland staple recently bought land to expand its business and improve its parking. Lakelanders await the upcoming project as it is in its early planning and development stages.

Community and creativity: How Florida native supports both through coffee

Inside the brick walls of a house on Hillcrest Street, the smell of coffee fills the room and vibrant art covers the walls, hanging above vintage furniture pieces.

As FSC eases COVID-19 precautions, students test positive

As cases in Polk County remain low and Florida Southern rolls back its precautions, students are testing positive.

Women of Florida Southern thrive in male-dominated majors

Every March, people around the nation celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing the triumphs and accomplishments that women have achieved. Women everywhere prevail through discrimination and show the world their strength by becoming successful in male-dominated areas of work and study.

Florida intervenes with Texas’ conflict against the nation

Growing tensions between Texas and federal authorities continue as neither have come to a consensus on how to proceed with the rise in migrant crossers at the U.S.-Mexico border. Conflict ensues as protests break out throughout Texas and Florida sends their own State Guard members out to intervene.

Election season is here — are you prepared to vote?

As the first month of the new year has gone by, the big presidential election crawls closer. The long-awaited election will take place at the end of this year, and campaigns are already taking over the media. As November draws near, students are being encouraged to take action and utilize their right to vote.

Polk Museum of Art Unveils ‘Icons of Americana’ exhibit

Lakeland, they do. The Polk Museum of Art (PMOA) at Florida Southern College is about to unveil their biggest exhibit yet, featuring two of America’s biggest illustrators.

Shoppers choose online deals this Black Friday

Black Friday is a holiday that Americans have celebrated for years. Shoppers ring in the holiday season by hunting for deals for Christmas gifts. However, due to inflation and the rise of online shopping, Black Friday just isn’t what it used to be anymore.

FSC to begin restoring planetarium based on original design

Next year, students will once again be able to sit back and view the vast universe without leaving campus.

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How students can get more involved in the Lakeland community

Angela RevelsStaff Writer One of Lakeland’s greatest assets is its strong sense of community. Whether someone is  interested in volunteering for local organizations, joining community...

Where jobs are a pleasure: FSC alumni working for Publix

It’s hard to escape the Publix identity in Polk County, especially at Florida Southern. Our field house, green and sophomore men’s dorms are named after Publix founder George W. Jenkins. The Greek suites, formally known as the Publix Charities Commons, are funded by its namesake. Students will work at their stores after classes, and their headquarters reside in the big glass building by the local airport. 

Mocs earn runner-up in the AVCA Small College Championships bronze bracket

To close the beach volleyball season, the Mocs competed in the AVCA Small College Championships at Hickory Point Beach in Tavares, Florida April 12-14. The team matched-up against six schools throughout the tournament as the No. 10 seed in Pool B. They started third out of four in their pool. 

Swan City takes on the Swan Derby for it’s 17th anniversary

On April 26, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine (LVIM) will be hosting their 17th annual Swan Derby on Lake Mirror in downtown Lakeland. This event is free admission and runs from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., consisting of three swan boat races, a fireworks show and much more. 

Freshman wins full-ride scholarship from Moccasin Battalion

The Army Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) at Florida Southern College is one of the top-rated ROTC programs in the Southeastern United States. The Moccasin Battalion has consistently ranked in the top 10% of ROTC programs by summer training evaluations. Alumni of the Moccasin Battalion include multiple general officers, several members of the FSC Board of Trustees and leaders around the globe.