Lake-Sumter State College Foundation, Inc. has received $20,989 from the Florida College System Foundation for three student scholarship programs.
“We are appreciative of the generosity and leadership of the Florida College System Foundation for facilitating these scholarship programs on behalf of our students at Lake-Sumter State College and all FCS schools,” said Dr. Laura Byrd, VP of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director, LSSC Foundation. “These scholarship programs enable us to support students in achieving their dreams of earning a college degree.”
Mr. Tim Morris, Treasurer of the Florida College System Foundation and member of the LSSC District Board of Trustees, presented the check to LSSC on behalf of the FCS Foundation earlier this month.
The Bank of America Dream Makers Scholarship is awarded to first-generation students for tuition, fees, books, transportation, and childcare.
The Helios Education Foundation First Generation Scholarship is award to scholars who are first-generation students to cover their tuition, fees, and books. Preference for this scholarship will be given to students who intend to become a teacher in the State of Florida.
The Florida Blue Nursing and Allied Health Scholarship covers tuition, fees, and books for students pursuing a degree in nursing.
In the 2018 – 2019 academic year, the LSSC Foundation awarded over $546,000 in scholarships to students at Lake-Sumter State College.
Tim Morris presents a scholarship check to the LSSC Foundation on behalf of the Florida College System Foundation. Pictured (left-right): Swoop the Lakehawk; Dr. Laura Byrd, VP Institutional Advancement/Executive Director, LSSC Foundation; Mr. Tim Morris, Treasurer, FCS Foundation & Member, District Board of Trustees; Mr. Josh Gonzales, President, LSSC Foundation; Dr. Stan Sidor, LSSC President
About Lake-Sumter State College
Founded in 1962, Lake-Sumter State College (LSSC) offers high-quality education at an affordable price to the communities of Lake and Sumter counties. As a proud member of the Florida College System, LSSC serves more than 6,000 students annually at three locations: Leesburg, South Lake (Clermont), and Sumterville. LSSC offers certificate and degree programs designed to support and prepare students for today’s dynamic workforce. LSSC is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Through a DirectConnectTM partnership with the University of Central Florida, students graduating with an Associate in Arts are guaranteed admission to UCF. Learn more about LSSC at www.lssc.edu.
About Lake-Sumter State College Foundation, Inc.
The LSSC Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides support to Lake-Sumter State College through the funding of scholarships and projects to advance the College’s mission of student success. The Foundation’s work is possible thanks to the generous support of individuals, businesses, and organizations.
