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Record-breaking state funding propels Lake-Sumter State College toward an exciting academic year

Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) is gearing up for another exciting year thanks to historic state investments in the Florida College System. In June, the District Board of Trustees approved a…

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LSSC’s Cristy Snellgroves selected as Women’s Distance Coach for USA Track & Field at Pan American U20 Championships

Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) cross-country head coach Cristy Snellgroves has been selected as the Women’s Distance Coach by USA Track & Field for the Pan American U20 Championships, being held…

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Scores are Rising – Sumter County Students Improve Their Math Skills at the LSSC RISE Academy

While many high schoolers find math challenging, one group of students in Sumter County has chosen to rise to that challenge.   Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) teamed up with Sumter District…

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Cybersecurity Notice – Data Breach at National Student Clearinghouse

Lake-Sumter State College has received notice from the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) of a cybersecurity issue. This is a summary of that notice: The National Student Clearinghouse is notifying colleges…

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Honoring Excellence: Ron Eldridge and the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nursing

It turns out daisies aren’t so ordinary after all. For the UF Health The Villages Hospital, a DAISY Award is given quarterly to an outstanding nurse nominated by a patient,…

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Health Sciences Collegiate Academy adding program at Leesburg Campus

High school students from the five high schools in North Lake County looking to enroll in the Health Sciences Collegiate Academy can now participate in a new Leesburg Campus cohort.…

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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…