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 for her softball skills, but she has also dedicated the past year to embodying the spirited persona of Swoop. Makenzi shared her experiences, challenges, and […]
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 and joyful event where the hard work and dedication of LSSC’s nursing graduates were celebrated with pride and admiration. The Nurse Pinning ceremony is a […]
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 took place at the Everett A. Kelly Convocation Center in Leesburg and was attended by community leaders, trustees, faculty, staff, alumni, and students. Dr. Bigard […]
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 College Athletics Association Region 8 Softball Championship. The Lakehawks, who entered the tournament as the number one seed, defeated Pasco-Hernando State College (PHSC) in a […]
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 River State College and Tidewater Community College. Monique’s educational and career goals include pursuing her master’s degree within the next year, and becoming a supervisor […]
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 island of Trinidad and Tobago. She spent over a decade competing at the highest level, representing her country and inspiring young athletes around the world. […]
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 accomplished nurse, educator, and advocate for the nursing profession. The Nursing Pinning ceremony is a time-honored tradition that celebrates the graduation of nursing students and […]
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 his talent as a track and field athlete has brought him to the forefront of the sport. Noah’s journey began at McQuaid Jesuit High School […]
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 Lake student commencement speaker. After graduating from high school in June 2020, she earned 48 credits toward an associate degree through Lake Sumter’s dual enrollment […]
Lake-Sumter State College is excited to announce the inauguration of Dr. Heather Bigard as the College’s 7th president on Tuesday, May 2 at 10:00 a.m. at the Everett A. Kelly Convocation Center in Leesburg. Dr. Bigard became the College’s 7th president, and the first female to hold the role, at the beginning of this academic […]
Lake-Sumter State College recently hosted the 2023 Academic and Student Life Awards, an evening dedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements of its students. Karen Hogans, Vice President for Academic Affairs, welcomed guests and highlighted the invaluable contributions made by the students to the college’s community. “Our students are the heart and soul of this institution, […]
Get ready to hit the beach because the Lake-Sumter State College beach volleyball team is gearing up for the first-ever NJCAA Beach Volleyball National Championship! The tournament is at their home court, Hickory Point Beach in Tavares, from April 20th to April 22nd, and the Lakehawks are ready to compete. As the fifth seed in […]
