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LSSC extends fall semester application deadline to Aug. 13

There’s now more time to get started on your future with Lake-Sumter State College. In response to strong demand, LSSC is extending the fall semester application deadline to Thursday, August… Continue reading »

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LSSC announces Return to Campus Plan, new students can still apply

In advance of the fall semester beginning on August 24, Lake-Sumter State College will begin a limited reopening of its campuses for student services on Monday, July 27. Over the… Continue reading »

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LSSC Lineworker students complete 7-week boot camp ready to enter the workforce

Seven students completed Lake-Sumter State College’s inaugural Lineworker Boot Camp preparing them for a competitive and high-demand career as a lineworker. Lineworkers may not be a household name, but their… Continue reading »

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Lineworker students set to showcase their skills

Students are set to complete the Lake-Sumter State College’s Lineworker Boot Camp next week after an intensive six-week course preparing them for a competitive and high-demand career as a lineworker.… Continue reading »

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Fall 2020 Course Schedule Updated for Return to Campus, Many Classes Offered Online

This message was sent to all students on June 25, 2020. Students, As we continue to plan our return to campus for fall semester, Lake-Sumter State College remains committed to… Continue reading »

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A message to our 2020 graduates on postponement of Commencement ceremonies

This message was sent to the entire Lakehawk community on June 24, 2020. Dear LSSC graduates, Over the past few months, we have all faced significant disruptions—both as a college… Continue reading »

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Community Alert: Burglary on Leesburg Campus on June 9

On June 10, Campus Security was notified of a burglary that occurred to a Facilities storage building on the east side of the Leesburg Campus. This burglary occurred on Tuesday,… Continue reading »

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LSSC proposing student fee modifications for 2020-21 year

Proposed Fee Modifications for 2020-2021 Lake-Sumter State College is providing public notification of proposed changes in student fees for the 2020-2021 academic year. In accordance with Florida Statutes 1009.23(20), Lake-Sumter State… Continue reading »

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From LSSC President Sidor: COVID-19 Update and Planning for a Safe Return to Campus

Dear Lakehawk Community, I want to take this opportunity to share with everyone in our community about Lake-Sumter State College’s response to the COVID-19 situation and our ongoing efforts. Our… Continue reading »

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Food Distribution for LSSC Students on May 21

Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the LSSC Foundation and Lake Cares Food Pantry will offer a drive-thru food bank for LSSC students on May 21. Students will… Continue reading »

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LSSC receives nearly $300k grant for new electrician apprenticeship program

Lake-Sumter State College has received $299,840 from the Florida Pathways to Career Opportunities grant program for a new electrician apprenticeship program. “The Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant puts funding behind… Continue reading »

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Socially distant but goal oriented: City of Leesburg donates bucket truck to LSSC

The City of Leesburg Electric has donated a bucket truck to the LSSC Foundation for LSSC’s Energy Programs, increasing real-world training experiences for future lineworkers in the Electrical Distribution Technology… Continue reading »