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Lake-Sumter State College receives state funding for Workforce Development Center in Leesburg

Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) is proud to announce that it has been designated to receive $17.5 million from the State of Florida for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Workforce Development…

LSSC Nursing Faculty pose for a photo at the May 2023 Nurse Pinning and Candlelight Ceremony

Achieving Excellence: Strategies in Success for LSSC’s Nursing Program

At Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC), our unwavering commitment to excellence in nursing education sets us apart. We firmly believe that becoming a registered nurse is a remarkable journey that requires…

student-athletes pose for a photo with LSSC District Board of Trustees members and President Heather Bigard

LSSC celebrates student-athlete achievements for 2022-23 year

As the 2022-23 academic and athletic season draws to a close, Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) Athletics takes a moment to reflect on the remarkable achievements of its student-athletes throughout the…

Makenzi Heaton walks across the stage at commencement donning her Swoop feet, revealing herself as the mascot

Embracing the Feathers: A Year as Lake-Sumter State College’s Mascot, Swoop

At Lake-Sumter State College, the spirit and enthusiasm of its students shine in many ways, including our mascot, Swoop. Makenzi Heaton, a recent graduate of LSSC, might be more recognized…

Photo of Lake-Sumter State College nursing graduates, Spring 2023

Lake-Sumter State College Honors Nursing Graduates with Nurse Pinning Ceremony

Lake-Sumter State College held its Nurse Pinning ceremony on Thursday, May 4th. The ceremony was attended by the graduates’ families, friends, and faculty and staff members. It was a heartwarming…

President Heather Bigard sits and listens to the national anthem during the 7th presidential inauguration

Historic Inauguration Ceremony for Lake-Sumter State College’s First Female President, Dr. Heather Bigard

On Tuesday, May 2, Lake-Sumter State College held a historic inauguration ceremony for Dr. Heather Bigard, the College’s 7th president and the first female to hold the role. The ceremony…

2023 Lake-Sumter State College softball team poses with their state championship medals

Lake-Sumter State College Softball Team Makes History with First-Ever State Championship Win

The Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) softball team has made history by winning their first-ever state championship in the 2023 Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) Division II / National Junior…

Monique Barnes, 2023 Leesburg Commencement student speaker

Driven to Lead: Monique Barnes, Student Commencement Speaker for LSSC Leesburg Ceremony

Monique Barnes is a driven individual from Tavares, FL who has always enjoyed learning and being knowledgeable. She graduated from Tavares High in 2012 and continued her education at Indian…

Track and Field Olympian Kelly-Ann Baptiste as the commencement speaker for LSSC Leesburg ceremony

Lake-Sumter State College Announces Olympian Kelly-Ann Baptiste as their 2023 Leesburg Commencement Speaker

Lake-Sumter State College is excited to announce its commencement speaker for the Leesburg ceremony, Kelly-Ann Baptiste. Baptiste is a former professional track and field athlete who hails from the Caribbean…

Dr. Jose Castillo III will be the distinguished speaker for the 2023 Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Florida Board of Nursing Chair, Dr. Jose Castillo III, to Speak at Lake-Sumter State College’s Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Lake-Sumter State College proudly announces the Florida Board of Nursing Chair, Dr. Jose Castillo III as our distinguished speaker at our Nursing Pinning ceremony tonight. Dr. Castillo is a highly…

Noah Williams, 2023 South Lake commencement speaker

Lake-Sumter State College announces track and field star Noah Williams as South Lake commencement speaker

Lake-Sumter State College is proud to announce its commencement speaker for the South Lake ceremony, Noah Williams. Noah is a shining example of hard work and dedication paying off, as…

South Lake commencement speaker Isabelle Medlin

South Lake’s Isabelle Medlin Inspires Graduates as Student Commencement Speaker

Isabelle Medlin, a Lake County Virtual School alumna from Clermont, Florida, is not only a bright and accomplished individual, but she has also been chosen as Lake-Sumter State College’s South…