Author: Writing Student
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From Swimming Lanes to Digital Arenas: The Evolution of Brandon Parramore’s Leadership in Esports
With a career journey spanning traditional sports and esports, Brandon Parramore’s leadership philosophy prioritizes personal connections, community growth, and fostering a team-first mentality at Florida Southern College. From his days as a collegiate swimmer to his current role as the Esports Director at Florida Southern College, Parramore has brought a unique blend of traditional sports…
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10 Gifts for College Students this Christmas 2024
Written by: Edward Flippen Photo by Edward Flippen For many, college years are some of the best, filled with unique experiences. The sudden freedom, the journey into adulthood, and the fresh environment bring new challenges and opportunities. Whether it’s been a while since you were in college or you’re currently studying for your statistics class,…
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Hurricane Helene causes severe damage in Pinellas County
Hurricane Helene has broken records all along the west coast of Florida, which is facing some of the worst flooding it has seen since 1921. The damage is catastrophic as the category 3 storm made landfall early on September 26 in the big bend, ripping through north Florida, Georgia, parts of Tennessee, and devastating the…
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Lakeland Fire Department’s Annual Toy Drive Kicks Off
Each year, as the holiday season wraps the city of Lakeland in its festive embrace, the Lakeland Fire Department (LFD) becomes more than a safety net for the community. The department sets out on a mission of generosity. With their annual toy drive, these everyday heroes swap fire hoses for toy boxes, spreading cheer to…
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The Hallmark Debate: Comforting Classics or Corny Cliches?
By: Julia Vorbeck Whenever you need a little pick me up and want to dive into a world where everything ends with a happy ending, “Hallmark” has you covered. Few genres spark as much debate as Hallmark movies. Some viewers eagerly await the time for movies with small-town charm and holiday cheer, while others can’t…
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The implication and frustrations of club sports
By Asher Gibbons College hockey is continuously gaining traction, especially here at FSC. When the hockey team plays at the Lakeland Ice Arena, it’s mostly packed with students eager to watch a good game of hockey or simply bang on the tempered glass and enjoy a night out with friends. As the Mocs near the…
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Students and faculty receive recognition through the Spirit of the Cornerstone
Jacob Smith What does it mean to embody the spirit of a community? At Florida Southern College, the monthly Spirit of the Cornerstone award celebrates students and faculty who personify the Judeo-Christian values that define our campus. The tenets of the Cornerstone include: practicing personal and academic integrity and excellence of character and expecting the…
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FSC’s Leading Lady
By: Jaydon Mangiaracina Six plays. Four leads. Junior Chelsea Campbell strikes again in FSC Theatre Department’s “Spring Awakening.” “Spring Awakening” is a play about teenagers discovering their adolescent sexuality and how to navigate it. They experience different tragedies in the play such as domestic violence, suicide and death due to a failed abortion. The play…
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FSC Safety Department Enhances Student Communication with an Instagram Page
Ben Ruby An Instagram account was released by the FSC Department of Campus Safety and Security earlier this month in order to improve the communication between the department and the student body. “The goal is to share reliable, credible information to the Florida Southern student body in a timely manner.” -Sophie Grace Posick Sophie Grace…
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Alana McFadden: How the Simmons Center Director Found Her Calling
A couch in an office finds itself piled high with pillows while McFadden attempts to clean out the closet. Sun shines through the windows, illuminating her organized desk while some odd objects find themselves in a temporary home there. Between a shelf sparsely stocked with FSC memorabilia and an old filing cabinet is a compilation…