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FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE PRESIDENT ANNE B. KERR RECOGNIZED AMONG FLORIDA'S MOST INFLUENTIAL EXECUTIVES IN FLORIDA TREND'S FLORIDA 500

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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LAKELAND, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College proudly announces that President Dr. Anne B. Kerr has been recognized in the 2023 edition of Florida Trend's Florida 500 Florida's Most Influential Business Leaders, a prestigious list highlighting the 500 most influential executives across various economic sectors throughout the state.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College proudly announces that President Dr. Anne B. Kerr has been recognized in the 2023 edition of Florida Trend's Florida 500 Florida's Most Influential Business Leaders, a prestigious list highlighting the 500 most influential executives across various economic sectors throughout the state.
  • For the fourth year in a row, President Dr. Anne B. Kerr was selected to the prominent Florida 500 list.
  • This marks President Kerr's fourth inclusion, underscoring her sustained impact on higher education in Florida.
  • Dr. Kerr expressed her gratitude, saying, "It is a tremendous honor to be included alongside such exceptional leaders.

EDWARD HOPPER AND GUY PÈNE DU BOIS PAINT MODERN AMERICAN LIFE AT THE POLK MUSEUM OF ART

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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LAKELAND, Fla., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter, the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College presents "Edward Hopper and Guy Pne du Bois: Painting the Real," an original, loan-based exhibition on view Dec. 17, 2022, through Mar.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This winter, the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College presents "Edward Hopper and Guy Pne du Bois: Painting the Real," an original, loan-based exhibition on view Dec. 17, 2022, through Mar.
  • Lifelong friends since their days at the New York School of Art, Edward Hopper (1882-1967) and Guy Pne du Bois (1884-1958) devoted their artistic practices to depicting the evolving modern worlds around them.
  • "Edward Hopper and Guy Pne du Bois: Painting the Real" will be on view at the Polk Museum of Art, December 17 through March 26, 2023.
  • The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is a not-for-profit, academic and community museum that seeks to enhance lives through inspirational and engaging art experiences for all.

POLK MUSEUM OF ART AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE SET TO BREAK GROUND ON $6M EXPANSION

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Monday, October 24, 2022
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LAKELAND, Fla., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College's newest expansion is scheduled to have its groundbreaking on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6 p.m.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College's newest expansion is scheduled to have its groundbreaking on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 6 p.m.
  • This expansion of the Museum will result in a dynamic arts venue that will greatly enrich the cultural offerings in our community."
  • Today, under the auspices of Florida Southern College, the Museum houses nearly 3,000 works of art and serves a dual purpose, adding an academic component.
  • Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is the oldest private college in the state.

CHILD OF THE SUN DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS SERIES RETURNS WITH CELEBRATED PHOTOGRAPHER

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Monday, February 7, 2022
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LAKELAND, Fla., Feb. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Florida Southern College's Child of the Sun Distinguished Speakers Series returns with a look at life through a camera lens.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Feb. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Florida Southern College's Child of the Sun Distinguished Speakers Series returns with a look at life through a camera lens.
  • Vaunted commercial and fine art photographer John Pinderhughes will deliver a talk using his photographs from his more than 50-year career.
  • The Child of the Sun Distinguished Speakers Series brings speakers of national and international renown to the Florida Southern College campus and Lakeland community several times a year to explore some of the most compelling issues and events of our times.
  • Featuring highly regarded experts, the series aims to provoke thought, stimulate conversation, and inspire action on a wide range of topics.

FSC Names Endowed Chair To Further Strengthen Ties Between Polk Museum Of Art, Local Arts Community

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Monday, February 8, 2021
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Dr. Rich, who was named the George and Dorothy Forsythe Endowed Chair in Art History and Museum Studies, is associate professor of art history and chair of FSC's Department of Art History and Museum Studies.

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  • Dr. Rich, who was named the George and Dorothy Forsythe Endowed Chair in Art History and Museum Studies, is associate professor of art history and chair of FSC's Department of Art History and Museum Studies.
  • "It is wonderful that the George C. Forsythe Family Foundation, through this endowed chair, recognizes the significant work of Florida Southern College and the Polk Museum of Art as we continue to strengthen ties with the local arts community," said FSC President Dr. Anne B. Kerr.
  • Through the important academic affiliation between Florida Southern and the Polk Museum of Art, both organizations are poised to further increase their significant roles within Lakeland's arts community."
  • "I am honored to have been named the George and Dorothy Forsythe Endowed Chair in Art History and Museum Studies," Dr. Rich said.

Dr. Alex Rich To Head Polk Museum Of Art At Florida Southern College

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019
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LAKELAND, Fla., May 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College has appointed Dr. H. Alexander Rich to be the Executive Director and Chief Curator for the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in Lakeland.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., May 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College has appointed Dr. H. Alexander Rich to be the Executive Director and Chief Curator for the Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College in Lakeland.
  • "It's a great honor to be given the opportunity to lead a distinguished community and academic art museum," Dr. Rich said.
  • "The Polk Museum of Art at Florida Southern College has long been a core contributor to the life and culture of Lakeland and Central Florida.
  • "Dr. Rich has been a transformative leader as he has helped to guide the affiliation between Florida Southern College and the Polk Museum of Art," said Museum Board Chair Lynda Buck.