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In a political showdown that captured the nation’s attention, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris faced off in a highly anticipated debate. 

Student Convocation has been a biannual event held to bring in guest speakers to talk to students, promote campus involvement, and recognize notable faculty and FSC alumni. 

Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration which takes place from Sept. to Oct. 15 to honor the cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

Earlier this morning, around 10:30 a.m., the northeast side of Florida Southern’s campus lost power. Students located in Jenkins Residence Hall, Dell Hall, Miller Hall, and Hollis Hall experienced a complete loss of power, air conditioning, and WiFi network connection, alongside Publix Commons– more commonly known as the Greek Suites.

Both Mocs cross country teams took on the Jacksonville State University Southern Showcase in Huntsville, Alabama last Friday, battling against NCAA Division I, II and NAIA programs.

One of the biggest additions to campus in the following years is the Adams Athletic Performance Center, which broke ground in 2022. The center boasts a 5,000 square foot weight room, a theater for film review, and office suites for the basketball team on campus. Originally slated to open in spring of this year, the project has taken slightly longer than expected, and is currently still in construction, with the exterior completely finished.

One of the biggest additions to campus in the recent years has been the Adams Athletic Performance Center, which broke ground in 2022. The center boasts a 5,000 square foot weight room, a theater for film review, and office suites for the basketball team on campus. Originally slated to open in spring of this year, the project has taken slightly longer than expected, and is currently still in construction, with the exterior completely finished.

The Florida Southern College Department of Safety has been implementing a variety of changes internally and externally throughout this past summer including new infrastructures and personal training for the staff. 

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.

Dr. Jeremy P. Martin, hailing from the heights of educational experience at William & Mary, was officially appointed to his position as president at Florida Southern College on Aug 1. Following the 20-year tenure of Dr. Anne Kerr, Dr. Martin shares his mission, philosophy and appreciation around the college.