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Dunson joins FSC as director of annual funds

LAKELAND, Fla. (Sept. 21, 2001) — Lisa Dunson has joined Florida Southern College as its director of annual funds. Dunson replaces Billy Langston, who became assistant director of admissions for the college in June.

In this position, Dunson is responsible for cultivating donations for the college's annual fund through regular contact with alumni, the community and other friends of Florida Southern. The annual fund helps the college keep from considerably raising tuition for students and assists students who otherwise may not be able to afford such a high-quality education.

"We're pleased to have Lisa as part of the college's advancement program," said Robert H. Tate, FSC vice president for advancement. "Her diverse experience, creativity and strong communication skills will be extremely valuable to Florida Southern."

Dunson is a 1985 graduate of Florida Southern College. After completing her bachelor's degree in business, she went on to become the chief legislative assistant for Florida State Senator Rick Dantzler. She then served as executive director of the Highlands County Citrus Growers Association. A native of Winter Haven, Fla., Dunson graduated from Winter Haven High School in 1981.

About Florida Southern College
Florida Southern is a four-year, private, co-educational liberal arts college affiliated with the United Methodist Church. The college offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and a master of business administration degree accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Located in Lakeland, Fla., the college is home to the largest, single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in the world.

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