• Civic Orchestra Concert & Reception - April 26th Reserve your FREE ticket today!

• Hall of Fame Nominations - due May 15th Nominate Today!

You are cordially invited to join us for the Grand Opening of WAVE (Workforce and Ventures in Entrepreneurship) from 3-5 p.m., on April 20 at Lakeland Community College, Room A-2100.

WAVE will serve as an Entrepreneurial Service Provider (ESP) that connects technology-based entrepreneurs and small tech-based companies to coordinated networks of support services, resources, and capital.

By integrating deal flow, entrepreneurial assistance, and funding opportunities, ESPs help accelerate the growth and success of technology-driven ventures.

WAVE represents Lakeland’s commitment to innovation, workforce development, and new business ventures in our community.

Contact: Lucy Ott, Executive Director for Workforce Development and Employer Relations, lott1@lakelandcc.edu with any questions

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Your Support Matters

Recently, a high-achieving student faced unexpected financial challenges that threatened to prevent him from graduating. Maintaining a 3.8 GPA and actively participating in the honors program and student government, he has demonstrated exceptional commitment to his education.

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we were able to bridge his final funding gap and keep him on track to graduate.

In a time of shrinking public funding for higher education, private support is more vital than ever. Thank you to all of our donors who make the dream of educational attainment possible for so many students.

Former Basketball Coach Terry Bowe Inducted into Lakeland Athletics Hall of Fame

Terry Bowe, Lakeland Community College’s longtime men’s basketball coach, was inducted into the College’s Athletic Hall of Fame on January 24.

Over 20 years, Coach Bowe compiled:

• 310 wins
• Three conference titles
• Five national tournament appearances

In recognition of his transformative impact on Lakeland Athletics, the campus basketball court has been renamed Terry Bowe Court.

Lakeland Community College students delivered an outstanding performance at the recent regional SkillsUSA competition, earning first-place finishes in both fabrication and welding.

Team Accomplishments:

• Aiden Pecka took first place in Welding.
• The team of John Morris, Luciano Crawford, and Alex Visnick earned first place in Fabrication.

We are incredibly proud of their achievement and the excellence they represent.

If you would like to support our students and programs, please visit:

https://www.lakelandcc.edu/give

Or click the link below.

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On January 27, Lakeland President Sunil Ahuja and Vice President David Cummins appeared on New Day Cleveland to share news of Lakeland’s continued success and growth. Click here to view the video!

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There are several exciting changes happening at The Lakeland Foundation. After serving as a steady and trusted presence through many transitions, Meghan Pitrak and Tina Baucher, have moved on to pursue exciting new opportunities outside of Lakeland. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication and leadership and wish them both the very best in this next chapter. They will truly be missed.

We are also pleased to welcome two new team members:

• Patti Seitz, Engagement Officer
• Ashley Reeves, Sr. Administrative Assistant

Our current foundation team:

• John McCreery - Executive Director
• Patti Seitz - Engagement Officer
• Ashley Reeves - Administrative Assistant II
• Jessica Manley - Development Services Specialist

Cardinal Credit Union offers the Lakeland Affinity Credit Card for our college community, including employees.

This card provides a convenient way to manage everyday purchases while automatically giving back to Lakeland. Every dollar spent contributes 0.5% directly to The Lakeland Foundation, helping fund scholarships, programs, and student opportunities.

It’s a simple way to support the work we do together.

To learn more, visit Cardinal Credit Union on campus or contact Maria Reed at mbrockman@cardinalcu.com.

There are so many exciting things happening at Lakeland that impact our community and region.

Stay up to date by visiting our press release page.

Thank you for your continued support of Lakeland students and programs.

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