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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

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- Athletics Campus Campus Safety Coronavirus Coronavirus
  
  Government lawsuits against universities on the rise, raising concerns over student impact
  
  February 28, 2026
  
  Lonie KnightStaff Writer The federal government is stepping up its use of lawsuits, funding freezes and regulatory pressure against U.S. universities. This shift has triggered...
  
  FSC is relocating the president’s residence
  
  February 28, 2026
  
  Lillie SchwierSouthern Editor The iconic 1937 Florida Southern College building, which once served as the home of the college’s presidents and their families, from Ludd...
  
  Politics and students, what the young mind has to say
  
  February 28, 2026
  
  Isabel LopezStaff Writer In 2026, it has become apparent that college students across the political landscape share various core concerns in regards to the political...
  
  The unexpected challenges cold weather brings to Florida
  
  February 28, 2026
  
  Reagan RicardoStaff Writer Florida residents woke up this past weekend to freezing temperatures across the state, a rare occurrence, as the state is known for...
  
  Flu cases rise in Florida, putting college students at risk
  
  February 2, 2026
  
  Kennedy Owens Staff Writer Prior to the holiday season, only six states were classified as “very high” in flu activity according to the FluView interactive...
Features
- Alumni Alumnus Faculty Lakeland MSC
  
  Officer Leach builds relationships through daily campus interactions
  
  February 2, 2026
  
  Adria Schimmenti Staff Writer The Office of Safety and Security plays a central role at FSC, with campus safety personnel interacting everyday with students, faculty...
  
  How FSC seniors leave their mark and guide those who follow
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  As we come to the end of this semester, seniors begin to graduate and leave their lasting impressions. Sienna Caldwell is one of the many seniors graduating from FSC, she was involved in sorority, environmental studies and worked at the wellness center as well.
  
  Tasting season in Lakeland with a review of local coffee shop menus
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  Three Lakeland coffee shops — Foxtail Coffee Co., Rogue Coffee and Concord Coffee — are embracing the winter season with warm, comforting drinks and holiday-inspired treats.
  
  Sound-tracking the season as FSC students share their go-to winter picks
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  As we head into the winter season, our routines and our playlists begin to change. The crisp air, shorter days and cozy atmosphere bring a different kind of energy compared to fall.
  
  Sidney Zhao’s mission to support FSC students and be a leader
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  “So my first week here, I had a miserable time,” said student Sidney Zhao on her introduction to Florida Southern College. “I was honestly so sad, it was the Thursday [after classes had started] and I was doing laundry and I was like, ‘I have no friends here.’ I was so lonely.”
Southern View
- Columns Editorial Letter to the Editor Politics Southern View
  
  Hot take: FSC does not have a parking problem
  
  February 2, 2026
  
  Anna BialkowskiEditor-in-Chief I know it’s a crazy take. For the three and a half years that I have been at FSC, parking has always been...
  
  Is NYC mayor-elect Mamdani the best choice for the city?: No, Mamdani isn’t good for New York
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  David BradyStaff Writer From a cursory scroll of NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s campaign website, you’re struck with a focus on, what is typically called, bread...
  
  Is NYC mayor-elect Mamdani the best choice for the city?: Mamdani is a refreshing breath of air
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  The New York City mayoral race is officially over, with the voters deciding that the young, enthusiastic Zohran Mamdani can lead their city to a brighter future.
  
  Children’s lives should not be treated like entertainment
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  In the age of endless scrolling and algorithm-driven entertainment, one disturbing trend has quietly rooted itself into mainstream culture: children becoming the backbone of online content.
  
  Social media influencers are not real-world professionals
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  If you’re a well known figure in the on-line space and you don’t have a food product, book or music career you’re trying to sell, then are you really even an influencer?
Sports
- Baseball Basketball Cross Country eSports Golf
  
  Faster, more dynamic offense to play at Henley in 2026
  
  February 28, 2026
  
  Lawren DoddStaff Writer After a postseason cut short against the University of West Florida last spring, the Mocs baseball team and Head Coach coach, Rick...
  
  A Moccasin midseason check-in with Karl van Gelder
  
  February 2, 2026
  
  RV Florida Southern men’s basketball has 15 wins before the end of January for the third year in a row, but this team isn’t like any other. If you’ve followed men’s basketball at all this year you know of their unorthodox playing style, lack of size and carousel of characters, both on the court and on the bench. However, what makes this team truly special is the lack of a box to put them in for better or worse.
  
  College prospect showcase hosted at historic Henley Field
  
  February 2, 2026
  
  Asher GibbonsThe Southern Editor The historic Henley Field does more than just host Mocs games. On January 18, Lakeland was the host site for Prime...
  
  Rewriting records and exceeding high expectations
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  Good things come in three’s and women’s basketball is tripling down on their identity of tough, quick and team-oriented basketball.
  
  Women’s soccer coach Lucey announces retirement
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  Following the FSC women’s soccer team’s elimination in the second round of the SSC playoffs, head coach Gerry Lucey announced his retirement. He plans to move to Long Island with his family at the end of the year.
Arts & Entertainment
- Art Comedy Comics Movies Music
  
  Dance Program celebrates 10-year milestone
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  This fall, FSC celebrated a milestone: the 10-year anniversary of its dance program and the Fall into Dance show.
  
  Music majors perform for junior and senior recitals
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  Talent has been blooming over the past few weeks with junior recitals here at FSC. These recitals are a way for music students to showcase their talent and hard work to their friends, families and professors while feeling a sense of accomplishment.
  
  From scripts to the stage in Legally Blonde: ‘What, like it’s hard?’
  
  December 5, 2025
  
  What do you get when you mix sorority girls, law school and big musical numbers? “Legally Blonde: The Musical,” closing Sunday, Dec. 7 at FSC’s Buckner Theatre.
  
  Graphic design students bulid community through LAME club
  
  November 7, 2025
  
  At FSC, students are encouraged to explore their passions beyond their major. The campus offers a wide variety of clubs and organizations, each providing something unique for students to get involved in and enjoy.
  
  How TikTok is influencing the music industry
  
  November 7, 2025
  
  Over the years, the core method of promoting music has shifted from live performances to radio play to MTV, and now we have streaming platforms to add to the mix, but most importantly, TikTok, to help promote upcoming or existing songs.
e-Edition
- Spring 2025
- Archived Editions

Celebrating 100 years in Lakeland

Entertainment

FSC Theatre’s rendition of Broadway classic tackles the meaning of life

January 24, 2025

Entertainment

Curiosity inspires junior to audition for leading role

December 6, 2024

Entertainment

“Witness For the Prosecution” set to premiere at Buckner Theater

Art

Theater program puts on Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’

featured

Women’s Advocacy Club adopts new name

News

Government lawsuits against universities on the rise, raising concerns over student...

February 28, 2026

Lonie KnightStaff Writer The federal government is stepping up its use of lawsuits, funding freezes and regulatory pressure against U.S. universities. This shift has triggered...

FSC is relocating the president’s residence

February 28, 2026

Politics and students, what the young mind has to say

February 28, 2026

The unexpected challenges cold weather brings to Florida

February 28, 2026

Sports

Baseball

Faster, more dynamic offense to play at Henley in 2026

February 28, 2026

Lawren DoddStaff Writer After a postseason cut short against the University of West Florida last spring, the Mocs baseball team and Head Coach coach, Rick...

A Moccasin midseason check-in with Karl van Gelder

February 2, 2026

College prospect showcase hosted at historic Henley Field

February 2, 2026

Rewriting records and exceeding high expectations

December 5, 2025

Entertainment

Dance Program celebrates 10-year milestone

December 5, 2025

This fall, FSC celebrated a milestone: the 10-year anniversary of its dance program and the Fall into Dance show.

Music majors perform for junior and senior recitals

December 5, 2025

From scripts to the stage in Legally Blonde: ‘What, like it’s...

December 5, 2025

Graphic design students bulid community through LAME club

November 7, 2025

Features

Campus

Officer Leach builds relationships through daily campus interactions

February 2, 2026

Adria Schimmenti Staff Writer The Office of Safety and Security plays a central role at FSC, with campus safety personnel interacting everyday with students, faculty...

How FSC seniors leave their mark and guide those who follow

December 5, 2025

Tasting season in Lakeland with a review of local coffee shop...

December 5, 2025

Opinions

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