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Freshman bull rider shares rollercoaster journey
He nearly died... twice. Lost the sport he built his identity around. Then found himself staring down a bull for the first time. From Brazil to Florida, one freshman’s journey into one of the world’s most dangerous sports is fueled by faith, failure and an addiction to eight seconds that changed everything.
Government lawsuits against universities on the rise, raising concerns over student...
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...
Dance Program celebrates 10-year milestone
This fall, FSC celebrated a milestone: the 10-year anniversary of its dance program and the Fall into Dance show.
Sports
Mocs tennis eyeing SSC Championship run
Reagan RicardoStaff Writer
The Tennis team at Florida Southern has been on a roll since the season began in early March. The Men’s and Women’s...
Game of the year: Mocs defeat Lions in double overtime thriller
Asher GibbonsSports Editor
The history books have some rewriting to be done. Women’s lacrosse brought down program and career records on March 25 in the...
Freshman bull rider shares rollercoaster journey
He nearly died... twice. Lost the sport he built his identity around. Then found himself staring down a bull for the first time. From Brazil to Florida, one freshman’s journey into one of the world’s most dangerous sports is fueled by faith, failure and an addiction to eight seconds that changed everything.
Southern View
AI tools can and should be used constructively
Melanie DePriesterStaff Writer
AI feels like a topic that you just can’t escape from. It’s something that has already affected a bunch of job markets...
The MCU needs to reevaluate its content strategy
Isabella KostikStaff Writer
For over a decade, Marvel movies have dominated the film industry. From the release of Iron Man in 2008 all the way...
The Opinions Editor reflects on working with The Southern
Jacob SmithOpinions Editor
I didn’t really get involved in The Southern until my sophomore year. I first learned about the newspaper from the former online...
Alternative social media sites still have room to grow
Kennedy OwensStaff Writer
When the words “social media” are mentioned in conversation, platforms like Instagram, Facebook and X are what usually come up. Though in...
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Arts & Entertainment
Dance Program celebrates 10-year milestone
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
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?’
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
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
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.
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