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On Oct. 1,  the United States entered into a government shutdown, bringing many federal operations to a standstill and reigniting debates about partisanship, spending priorities and the future of American governance.

A simple sentence from the president can ripple through the country and feed dangerous rumors that change lives. In a press conference held on Sept. 22, President Donald Trump announced that acetaminophen, commonly known as Tylenol, causes autism. While factually untrue, this declaration spreads dangerous misinformation, undermines science and disrespects the experiences of those on the spectrum.

Florida Southern’s Student Government Association (SGA) has welcomed a new class of senators and they are already getting to work. These senators are not only preparing for the year ahead, but also working to continue the history of SGA at FSC.

FSC students returned to campus this fall to find some big changes in the dining services on campus. Mostly centered around Wynee’s Bistro, the changes include an allergy-friendly station, an expanded salad bar and a new and improved international menu rotation designed to bring flavors from around the world to campus.

Florida Southern prides itself on engaged learning and its newest professors are already embodying that mission. Whether it’s through analyzing real-world business cases, or by discovering the power of journalism, these two new faculty members share a common goal: helping students find meaning in what they learn and preparing them for life beyond campus.

The Lakeland Linder International airport has a lot of exciting new expansion that’s expected to benefit both FSC students and the Lakeland community. With new flight routes coming to the airport and other expansion efforts, patrons can expect more travel options and greater convenience right in Lakeland. 

Junior forward Alex Steen paved the way with an explosive performance that played a key role in FSC’s impressive victory.

In light of recent years, the American people are no strangers to unprecedented times. From the COVID-19 pandemic, to Black Lives Matter protests, American citizens have experienced unique phenomena.  Political scientists have been documenting high tensions leading up to a presidential election for decades, but this year in particular, interest in elections is at an all time high.

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.

Florida Southern College alum Blake Loughrey turned a passion into a business in the form of ABL3.