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Belonging & Access

Belonging isn't an aspiration at Florida Southern. It's a Cornerstone value, and it asks every member of this community to respect the dignity and worth of all persons. Whether you're looking for community, need support accessing campus life, or want to understand your rights, you'll find it here.

Florida Southern Is a Place for Everyone

Finding your people matters. These resources support students of every background, identity, and experience, and help build the kind of campus where everyone has a place.

Clubs & Organizations

With 120+ student organizations, from FSC Allies and the Multicultural Student Council to cultural clubs and affinity groups, there's a community here for you. The only question is where you want to start.

Clubs & Organizations

Faith & Spiritual Life

Faith and spiritual community take many forms at FSC. From chapel and Christian ministries to Hillel, the Catholic Student Association, the Muslim Student Association, and students of all traditions and backgrounds, our spiritual life community welcomes everyone who wants to connect around shared values, ask big questions, or simply find a place of peace on campus.

Faith & Spiritual Life

Simmons Multicultural Center

A gathering place for FSC's diverse organizations, cultural programs, and student leaders. Come to connect, celebrate, and find community with others who share your background or want to learn from yours.

Simmons Multicultural Center

LGBTQIA+ Resources

You are welcome and you have a place here. Whether you're a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, a family member, or an Ally, find Safe Zone resources, gender-neutral restrooms, mental health support, and more.

LGBTQIA+ Resources

Cornerstone Council

The living expression of FSC's Cornerstone values, the Cornerstone Council works to build a campus culture where every person is seen, respected, and valued. Learn how our community turns shared commitments into everyday action.

Cornerstone Council

Access & Accommodations

Every student deserves full access to campus life. These offices and programs are here to make sure nothing stands in the way of your success at FSC.

Disability Services

SDS works with you individually to arrange the academic accommodations, testing support, and housing adjustments you need to thrive. Start the conversation early so we can make sure everything is in place before you arrive.

WRIGHT Sensory Spaces

Three dedicated spaces across campus offer a calm place to decompress, recharge, or focus between classes. Spaces are open to all students.

  • The Wright Room (Rogers 217)
  • Wright Fit Zone (Edge Hall 112)
  • Wright Team Lounge (Jenkins 019)

College Housing

Need a housing accommodation related to a disability or health need? Student Disability Services works directly with Residence Life to review each request individually and find the right fit for you.

Counseling Services

Whatever you're carrying, you don't have to carry it alone. The Office of Counseling Services offers confidential mental health support for every FSC student. You don't need a reason to reach out.

Health Services

On-campus health care for every student, including menstrual products available at no cost across multiple campus locations.

Student Solutions

Not sure where to start? Dean Shari Szabo and the Office of Student Solutions have spent decades learning every corner of this campus so you don't have to figure it out alone. Stop by the Carlisle Rogers Building, say hello, and let us help you find your Mocs Magic.

Center for Student Success

From tutoring and academic coaching to first-year support and study skills, the Center for Student Success connects you with the tools and people that help you do your best work.

Web Accessibility

FSC is committed to making sure every student can access and engage with our online materials fully and without barriers. Report an issue and we'll address it.

Safety & Sexual Respect

Every member of the FSC community deserves to feel safe. If you have experienced sexual misconduct, harassment, or assault, you are not alone and you have options. Confidential support, reporting resources, and your rights under Title IX are all here.

Resource What It Covers
Title IX – Just Ask Student resources for reports of sexual discrimination, harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Confidential support available.
Clery Act Your rights under the Clery Act and Violence Against Women Act, including campus crime statistics and reporting options
File a Report Report discrimination, harassment, or a conduct violation, formally or anonymously.
Safety and Security 24/7 campus safety coverage. For emergencies call 911. For non-emergency assistance call Safety and Security
Peace River Crisis Center 24/7 confidential counseling and crisis support for the Polk County community. Call 863.413.2707.

 

Policies & Your Rights

These policies define how FSC upholds equal access, non-discrimination, and community standards for every student, faculty member, and staff.

Policy What It Covers
Equal Opportunity FSC's commitment to non-discrimination in all educational and employment activities, in compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and applicable federal and state law.
Conduct Violations & Complaint Procedures Standards of student conduct and the formal process for filing a complaint or grievance.
The Cornerstone Choosing to join the FSC community means holding yourself and each other to the highest personal and communal values.
HEOA Consumer Disclosures Federal disclosures required under the Higher Education Opportunity Act, including campus crime statistics and institutional data.