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“We’re looking for energetic, passionate students who want to get involved and stretch beyond their boundaries … to be challenged academically and have their eyes opened to new experiences.” – Arden Mitchell ’08, MBA ’11; Director of Admissions

Nationally renowned for changing lives, Florida Southern is committed to connecting your academic interests with real-world experiences. Our hands-on curriculum — taught by expert faculty dedicated to teaching — encourages you to explore your passions.

IMAGINE A PLACE FOR DOERS AND DREAMERS … FOR THE INVOLVED AND THE INVESTED …

FOR THOSE WHO CONSISTENTLY RISE TO THE EXPECTATIONS SET BEFORE THEM …

INTO REALITIES

TURN POSSIBILITIES

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2 | A Perfect Day At Florida Southern

A PERFECT

DAYAT FLORIDA SOUTHERN

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WAKE UP • GRAB AN ICED COFFEE AT TUTUS • TEACH FIRST GRADERS ABOUT THE SKELETON FOR YOUR ANATOMY CLASS •

PEER REVIEW PAPERS IN ENGLISH STUDIES • INDULGE IN A VEGGIE BURGER FROM THE GRILLMASTER • PREPARE AN AGENDA

FOR A STUDENT SENATE MEETING AT THE ROUX LIBRARY • CLEAR YOUR HEAD WITH A RUN AROUND LAKE HOLLINGSWORTH •

ENJOY DINNER AT WYNEE’S WITH YOUR FRATERNITY BROTHERS • CATCH THE MOC COMEDY SHOW AT THE BANDSHELL • CONTINUE

WORKING ON YOUR SEMESTER RESEARCH PROJECT • JOIN YOUR HALLMATES FOR A MOVIE • BEDTIME!

Imagine the warmth. The water. The welcome. Tucked amid 40 lakes in the heart of central Florida, our 113-acre campus is home to 2,500 undergraduates, representing nearly every state as well as 50 different countries.

And life here is as varied as our talented people. Students and faculty come together on our friendly campus to contribute their ideas and interests, forming a community that includes and engages everyone.

Looking To Enhance The Way You Think?

Are you intellectually curious?

FSC’s Honors Program is for you.

Our team-taught, discussion-

based classes will help you

challenge your assumptions and

open your mind to new ways of

understanding our world.

EXPECT TO DIVE IN! ATHLETES. ARTISTS. ACTIVISTS. NATURE LOVERS. POLITICIANS. SINGERS. RUNNERS. WRITERS. RESEARCHERS AND ADVENTURERS — WE’RE ALL HERE, UNIQUE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN ENDLESS PURSUITS.

“ What makes the FSC experience so unique is the amount of time you will spend learning and growing outside the classroom — getting involved in campus life, making new friends, and discovering new interests.” –Corey Koch ’16, SGA Executive President, Pasadena, MD

4 | Expect To Dive In

YOUR TIME TO SHINELiving-Learning Communities

Experience the fun of living with students

who share your interests. You’ll continue

learning beyond the classroom and forge

friendships that will last a lifetime through

communities such as:

• LAW & POLITICS

• MUSICIAN’S WORLD

• NURSING

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Imagine classes without classrooms and learning without lectures. At FSC, you’ll find yourself working alongside faculty in the lab, on stage, and in the studio.

STUDY ABROAD. COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH. INTERNSHIPS. PERFORMANCES. EXHIBITIONS. SERVICE PROJECTS. CASE STUDIES. NATIONAL COMPETITIONS. STUDENT TEACHING.

They are all part of our active learning approach to education because when you stretch beyond the boundaries of what’s expected, anything is possible.

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE EXPERIENCEMy experiences at FSC have developed my best qualities. I love it here!” – Valeria Martinez Sabate ’15, broadcast and advertising/PR double major, Venezuela

Environmental science students teamed up with professor Gabe Langford to document the turtle population in our own Lake Hollingsworth. While catching and tagging the turtles using computer chips to enable the study of reptilian movement around the lake, the team discovered that non-native species outnumber native ones.

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6 | It’s All About The Experience

PURSUING THEIR PASSIONS• Business students collaborated on an in-depth study of identity

theft, presented their findings at a professional conference, and published their results in the Journal of Business Issues.

• Students documented their travels to Fiji, Australia, and New Zealand, and exhibited their photographs in the College’s Melvin Gallery.

• Pioneering research by exercise science students and faculty is recognized nationally for its innovative findings that will help prevent injuries among female basketball players.

• Nursing students traveled through Tanzania providing medical care to children in orphanages.

• FSC’s Enactus team, a professional organization promoting social responsibility in business, won the national ‘Rookie of the Year’ award for its work on six projects in the Lakeland community, including encouraging kids to have healthier eating habits and helping middle schoolers think about attending college or start their own businesses.

• Forensics Mocs (debate team) traveled throughout the U.S., including NYC, utilizing its public-speaking and debating skills to collect more than 20 awards at the state, regional, and national levels since students began intercollegiate competition in 2005.

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YOU’RE GOING PLACESImagine gaining relevant knowledge and skills while establishing important connections in your field. We do more than just offer internship opportunities … we guarantee them!

Our students work with businesses and organizations within all industries throughout Lakeland and nearby Tampa and Orlando. They also pursue highly competitive internships around the country.

TRAVEL. MEET PEOPLE. LEARN LANGUAGES. DEVELOP SKILLS THAT WILL ACCELERATE YOU ALONG ANY CAREER PATH YOU CHOOSE.

You also have our guarantee … an education from Florida Southern will take you places! Through our Junior Journey program, you will complete an off-campus learning experience in destinations such as Washington D.C., the Caribbean, Costa Rica, England, and France. Travel and earn college credit at the same time … often at no additional cost. How cool is that?

Your Dream Job Is Out There!FSC students gain direct, practical work experience at major corporations. Here’s just a sample:

AmeriCorps, Arizona Cardinals, Bank of

America, Chesapeake Preservation Corps,

Crowe Horwath, Citizens Bank and Trust,

Create Magazine, European Union, Golf Week

Magazine, Grapevine Communications,

Maximize Social Media, Merrill Lynch, MetLife,

Mote Marine Laboratory, Peabody Hotel Group,

Pepperidge Farm, Publix Super Markets,

Raymond James, Real Madrid Football Club,

SMART Creative, Summit Consulting,

Sunshine Network, Supervisor of Elections,

Sun Sports Network, SunTrust Bank, Tampa Bay

Performing Arts Center

My cardiac surgery internship at Stanford University has been an absolutely amazing experience. I actually had the opportunity to perform coronary artery bypass procedures on lab animals. The entire experience was so rewarding, and I know it will help me succeed throughout my medical career.

– Andrew Willinger ’16, biology, Louisville, KY

“8 | You’re Going Places

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“ I feel very lucky to have received a scholarship to Florida Southern. The skill sets I developed there — interpersonal, communication, and teamwork — enabled me to be successful as an intern and led to a full-time career.”

– Senka Sofic ’10; MBA ’12, Analyst, Goldman Sachs, London

10 | You’re In Demand

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YOU’RE IN DEMANDAt this very moment, more than 25,000 Florida Southern alumni are having a positive influence on our world in business, healthcare, education, politics, law, communications, the arts, and every other field you can imagine.

VICE CHAIRMAN OF PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC. THE SECRETARY GENERAL OF OPEC. PRESIDENT OF INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY CORPORATION. RIGHT FIELDER FOR THE TAMPA BAY RAYS. THREE-STAR GENERAL AND DEPUTY NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISOR. CHIEF JUSTICE OF THE FLORIDA SUPREME COURT AND THE LIST GOES ON …

The value of a Florida Southern education is reflected in the range of jobs our students get, the quality of the graduate programs and professional schools they enter, and the rewarding careers they build.

Where Do You Want To Go To Graduate School? Mocs choose to continue their studies at institutions such as Auburn,

Boston, Columbia, Duke, Juilliard, Tufts, Tulane, Vanderbilt, Yale, Virginia Tech,

University of Pennsylvania, and George Washington University Medical School.

FSC FACULTY: REMARKABLY COMMITTED

18Average Class Size

130Full-Time Faculty Members

13:1Student/Faculty Ratio

FSC BY THE NUMBERS

Imagine a faculty who’s incredibly smart, yet absolutely genuine. Experienced professionals and practicing scholars, our professors take their teaching — and your learning — very seriously. They share personal experiences, important contacts, and practical advice. They inspire the research that informs your classes. Time and time again, our exceptional educators do more than teach — they engage your spirit.

Expect A “Personalized Education” At Florida Southern College, A Small School That’s “The Perfect Size For Any Student Who Doesn’t Want To Go Unnoticed!” –The Princeton Review, The Best 380 Colleges

12 | FSC Faculty: Remarkably Committed

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“Read and think. Then do. Learning is not something that just takes place in the classroom and ends when you obtain a degree. It is something you do throughout your entire life, in all aspects of your daily existence. All you need is curiosity, passion, and enthusiasm. Let yourself be that young child again — allow everything to be fun, to be an adventure. Don’t be afraid to explore and dig deeper. You’ll be rewarded in ways you cannot imagine.”

– Dr. Nancy Morvillo, professor of biology and pre-med advisor, a recent recipient of the Miller Distinguished Professor Award

BASEBALL. BASKETBALL. CROSS COUNTRY. GOLF. LACROSSE. SOCCER. SOFTBALL. SWIMMING. TENNIS. TRACK. VOLLEYBALL. WATER SKIING.

14 | A Winning Tradition

Take A Spa-Worthy Break.The Nina B. Hollis Wellness Center is

a state-of-the-art health and fitness

facility featuring activities such as

aerobics and yoga, intramural sports,

recreational outings, and personal

training. Ready to chill out? Try

meditation or sign up for a massage.

The Center’s pool, open year round,

is also a great spot to kick back.

I chose Florida Southern because of its great athletic tradition and its strong academic programs. It’s the perfect place to focus on baseball and my studies.”

– Joey Miller ’15, Honors student, biology major, All-American baseball player, Sarasota, FL

Imagine a college with 28 NCAA Division II national championships, including twelve in golf (more than any other Division II school in history). As one of the most successful athletic programs in the country, Florida Southern boasts athletic success that spans 187 conference championships and 1065 All-Americans.

Whether it’s achievement on the court or in the classroom, as athletes and scholars, we share a commitment to excellence and a drive to win.

In The Mood For Some Friendly Competition? FSC’s intramural program, ranked #6 in the country by The Princeton Review, offers a wide range of fun, physical activity, and sportsmanship for the team player or the rugged individualist. Team, dual, and individual sports include flag football, Ultimate Frisbee, inner tube water polo, kickball, sand volleyball, tennis, soccer, basketball, softball, bowling, and wiffleball.

A WINNING TRADITION

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YOUR TIME TO SHINEHoning your craft isn’t just done within the walls of your band room or studio. Here, you’ll find yourself developing your skills right below the spotlight! In contrast to large schools where you would have to wait years to be cast as the lead in a production, FSC gives you the opportunity to be involved early and stay involved throughout your college career!

JAZZ. OPERA. THEATRE. BALLET. READINGS. MASTER CLASSES. OPEN MIC NIGHTS. ART PARTIES. LECTURES. EXHIBITIONS. FESTIVALS.

From solo shows to outstanding ensemble concerts; from specialized degree programs to participating just for fun; from one-on-one lessons to comprehensive classroom courses — aspiring artists will find the arts is an integral part of our rich, cultural life.

“ I base my lessons on the knowledge I’ve gathered through study and experience — on the passion I have for the subject and my students.” – Paul Butcher, professional trumpeter, jazz pianist, composer/arranger,

educator, and director of band studies

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Festival of Fine Arts An FSC tradition, this unique art series provides students with invaluable opportunities to attend outstanding performances, interact with guest artists, act a part in one of our plays, or even sing in an opera.

Melvin Gallery Along with hosting student shows the Melvin Gallery exhibits the works of regional, national, and international artists and designers, providing a stimulating experience that will inspire creativity in your own work.

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Your life at Florida Southern is the time

to try anything and everything. Whether

you’re an aspiring thespian or a shower

singer looking for a stage, you’ll find

more than 80 clubs and organizations to

explore. Rush Theta Chi or edit a literary

magazine — the possibilities are

endless and the choice is yours!18 | Be Part Of Something Bigger

Mocs don’t just take classes. They take charge of their learning environment and create new opportunities for growing.

CHANNEL YOUR INNER LEADER. VOLUNTEER. BECOME AN RA. TUTOR YOUR PEERS. RUN FOR OFFICE. NURTURE YOUR FAITH. AFFECT CHANGE. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF WAYS TO APPLY YOUR SKILLS AND LEAVE OUR COMMUNITY AND THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.

Florida Southern is the perfect place to spread your wings. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to find your voice and leadership style and graduate a stronger, more confident you.

Convocation brings inspiring

leaders to campus to share their

insights and the exceptional

contributions they make within their

communities. Recent speakers include:

• Blake Mycoskie, philanthropist

• Steven Covey, author

• Steve Forbes, publishing executive

• Ramon Gil-Casares, ambassador

• Herbert Fisk Johnson III,

businessman and CEO

• Bonnie McElveen-Hunter, chairman

MAKE AN IMPACT

“Our students aren’t here exclusively for classroom learning; they’re also learning how to be part of a community. Learning to be an engaged citizen is the cornerstone of an FSC education.”

– Bill Langston, Dean of Student Development

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20 | It’s All Here!

I chose Florida Southern because I felt at home here. It’s an amazing community — made of people who genuinely want to see you reach your goals.”– Lauren Miley ’16, advertising & public

relations with a minor in marketing, Chicago, IL

IT’S ALL HERE!Imagine a college that offers everything you need to be your best. It’s no wonder guidebooks such as The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report, The Fiske Guide, and Forbes consider us to be one of the country’s best colleges.

Along with a one-of-a-kind living and learning experience on the nation’s most beautiful campus, you’ll find a lasting and worthwhile investment. Our distinct combination of academic rigor and hands-on learning results in preparation not just for your first job — but for a life.

We encourage you get to know us better. We know you’ll be glad you did.

Come for a visit, meet our professors and students, stay overnight in our residence halls, attend classes, eat in the ‘caf,’ and hang out on Mr. George’s green. We offer a variety of special events and daily tours throughout the year.

To schedule your visit, call the admissions office at 800.274.4131 or visit flsouthern.edu/visit.

INDIVIDUAL ATTENTION. RIGOROUS ACADEMICS. REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE. DEDICATED FACULTY. SOCIAL CONNECTIONS. CREATIVE OUTLETS. PHYSICAL FITNESS. SPIRITUAL FOCUS.

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