Lake‑Sumter State College celebrated the formal dedication of the Lake Jem Farms Beach Court Complex at its Leesburg Campus on Friday, July 18. The event honored the individuals and businesses whose generosity made this facility possible and featured the unveiling of a commemorative plaque at the courts. “The success of this College and its Athletics […]
Her Dream To become a filmmaker with a deep passion for storytelling that connects and inspires. Her Achievement On May 15, 2025, Susana premiered her heartfelt Mother’s Day commercial for Beaver Toyota at the Flickerworks Studio Film Networking Event. As co-creator and lead actress, her work was celebrated for its emotional resonance and creative vision. […]
The State Board of Education approved Lake-Sumter State College to offer a Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program at its June 4th meeting. The program will launch in Fall 2026 and is designed to address the need for certified ESE teachers in Lake and Sumter Counties, one of the highest-demand teacher certification […]
Meet Julio Romero, a rising Lakehawk producer with a passion for creativity and storytelling through digital media. Focused and driven, Julio embraces innovation and hands-on experience to help shape the future of entertainment.
Lake-Sumter State College is proud to announce that Lakehawk Softball sophomore Amy Bak has been selected as a recipient of the 2025 NJCAA Rawlings Gold Glove Awards, presented by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) in partnership with Rawlings Sporting Goods Company. Amy Bak becomes the first Lakehawk in school history to receive this award. […]
Last week marked a remarkable moment for 71-year-old Diane Maca and her 19-year-old granddaughter, Payton Kuhn, as they both graduated from Lake-Sumter State College with their Associate in Arts degrees. On May 8th in the Clermont Arts & Recreation Center, four generations of family attended the 71st Commencement Ceremony to watch Diane and Payton cross […]
Lake-Sumter State College proudly celebrated a historic milestone during its 71st Commencement Ceremonies, held on May 8 and 9. The College conferred degrees and certificates to more than 700 graduates, a nearly 30% increase from Spring 2024. “LSSC’s commencement ceremonies are a celebration of success and perseverance,” says Dr. Laura Byrd, Interim President of Lake-Sumter […]
Last Friday, Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) welcomed bright and eager math minds from across Lake and Sumter Counties for the highly anticipated 38th Annual Mathlympics competition. This annual showdown brought together 27 teams from 13 local high schools to compete in a rigorous mathematics challenge. Each team faced 40 complex questions up to pre-calculus and […]
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) proudly announced the grand opening of its newest addition to the athletics program—the Lake Jem Farms Beach Court Complex. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on March 20, 2025, to celebrate this milestone, bringing together students, faculty, staff, donors, and community leaders. The new home of the Lakehawks’ Beach Volleyball team features […]
Lake-Sumter State College is providing public notification of proposed changes in student fees, including course and laboratory fees, for the 2025 – 2026 academic year.
Written by Daniel “Woody” Weber, LSSC’s Dean of Arts/Humanities/Social & Behavioral Sciences, this unique play brings Lynd Ward’s wordless 1929 novel (composed entirely of woodcuts) to the stage. Additionally, the production is an homage to several 19th-century artistic and literary movements.
Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) is proud to announce that its nursing graduates achieved an impressive 97.3% first-time pass rate on the 2024 National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), far surpassing both state and national averages. This outstanding achievement solidifies LSSC’s commitment to preparing highly skilled nurses who are ready to serve Florida’s growing healthcare needs. “At […]
