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Whether your student’s first home is in Florida, another state, or another country, Florida Southern College is committed to keeping you informed and connected while your student transitions to collegiate life. Your student’s experience at ¹û¶³´«Ã½ will be transformational, and your partnership plays a key role as we prepare your student to make a positive and consequential impact on society.
We are dedicated to providing resources to help you and your family stay abreast of what’s happening on campus, sharing important dates and deadlines, and ultimately providing a gateway to the services that will support your student’s success at Florida Southern and beyond.
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Summer Dance
Jun 14
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Summer Band Camp
Jun 18
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Discover Florida
Moc Magic
Aug 31
Celebrate this Labor Day weekend by Joining us on our 10th annual magical trip to the happiest place on earth, Magic Kingdom!
Registration opens: 8/13
Registration Closes: 8/27
Tickets: 150
Location: Magic Kingdom, Disney World
Cost: $100 per student ($50 for passholders)
In-Person
Discover Florida
Halloween Horror Nights
Oct 4
Step right into some of the most pulse-pounding moments in horror history at Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights. Face 10 terrifying haunted houses, inspired by the biggest names in fear, and make your way through multiple street experiences where creatures lurk around every turn. You’re never quite sure if your spine is tingling with dread or sheer excitement.
Registration Opens: 9/13/24
Registration Closes: 9/29/24
Tickets: 200
Location: Orlando Studios
Cost: $30
In-Person
Discover Florida
Busch Gardens
Oct 15
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay features up-close encounters with exotic animals, incredible thrill rides and live entertainment. With nearly 3,000 animals and 10 thrilling coasters known for being the fastest, steepest, tallest coasters in the country, Busch Gardens is a thrilling fall break experience.
Registration opens: 9/24/24
Registration Closes: 10/8/24
Tickets: 10
Location: Busch Gardens Tampa
Cost: Free
In-Person
Discover Florida
Southern Hill Farms Fall Festival
Oct 17
We are looking forward to the 8th annual Fall Festival at Southern Hill Farms! What fall adventure would be complete without mouth-watering apple cider donuts, jolly Jumbo Jack carving pumpkins and s’mores around the fire pits? Enjoy the corn maze, pick your own sunflower, or bring home the feeling of fall on the farm with unique products, all made right in Southern Hill Market.
Registration opens: 9/26/24
Registration Closes: 10/10/24
Tickets: 12
Location: Southern Hill Farms
Cost: Free
In-Person
Discover Florida
Bok Tower
Nov 3
Bok Tower Gardens has offered some of Florida’s most remarkable experiences to more than 23 million visitors since 1929. The Gardens offer unparalleled opportunities for artistic, cultural, personal, and spiritual enrichment.
Registration opens: 10/11/24
Registration Closes: 10/28/24
Tickets: 50
Location: Bok Tower Gardens
Cost: Free
In-Person
Discover Florida
Disney Springs
Nov 25
Find the perfect Christmas present for your loved ones at Disney Springs! Make reservations for unique dining options, enjoy bowling, or take a ride in a hot air balloon!
Registration Opens: 11/4/24
Registration Closes: 11/18/24
Tickets: 50
Location: Disney Springs, Disney World
Cost: Free
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Campus Safety
Our dedicated, responsive staff helps to ensure the well-being of the entire college community. In addition to an emergency text message system, our Campus Safety staff are available 24/7 to meet the needs of our students.
Airport Shuttle Services
Florida Southern College provides shuttle transportation for current students to and from the Tampa (TPA) and Orlando (MCO) airports for breaks throughout the school year.
