Academics
Botanical Sensory Room
October 15, 2026
The redesign was a collaborative response aimed at creating spaces for students that would best support their needs beyond the classroom
Doing Activities and Being Involved
You’re more than just your academic interests, and we offer way more than just an academic curriculum. You’ll enjoy an active campus life at Beacon through our many student organizations, recreation events, intramural sports, and other activities.
Part of the joy of college is participating in your favorite activities—or developing a new interest—while making new friends. Whether you’re an accomplished athlete, a passionate hobbyist, or simply up for the occasional adventure, Beacon has something for you. Student interest drives all activities, student organizations, and intramural sports which may vary from semester to semester.
Activities and Events
You’ll explore, create, laugh, relax, and socialize at the various activities and events. From your first day on campus to your last, there is something for everyone!
- Beach day trips
- College football Saturdays and NFL Sundays
- Video game tournaments
- BINGO nights
- Open bowling nights
- Universal City Walk dinner and movie night
- Leadership series
- Disney: Hollywood Studios
- Movie night on the big screen
- Casino night
- Participation in a Mardi Gras Parade
- 80s dance party
- Karaoke nights
BLAZE YOUR PATH
Student Organizations
With most students living on campus, they are the backbone of the campus community as they explore new ideas and interests, create friendships, and develop leadership skills.
Leadership is an important aspect of student organizations at Beacon. Student organizations are spearheaded by students with a faculty or staff member serving as an advisor. Students are responsible for managing their own budgets, organizing events, and maintaining cohesiveness in the group. Will you be one of our next student organization leaders?
The hard part will be deciding where you want to spend your time. With a wide variety of clubs and organizations ranging from academic to cultural and service-oriented to faith-based, you’ll be active and involved in your Beacon community. Don’t see an organization that interests you? Create a new one based on the unique and changing interests of the student body!
- Anime Club
- Anthrozoology Club
- Audio Podcasting Club
- BC Biking Club
- Beacon Community Mindfulness
- Beacon Voices
- Beacon’s Got Talent
- Card Club
- Christian Club
- Chess Club
- Comic Book Club
- Cooking and Baking Club
- Dungeons & Dragons Club
- Equestrian Club
- Fashion Club
- Florida Future Educators of America (FFEA)
- Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
- Hogwarts Club
- Jewish Student Club
- Lightsaber Dueling Club
- Mental Health Ambassadors
- Ornithology Club
- Power Rangers Club
- Student Government Association
- Theatre Club
- Video Game Club
- Wrestling Club
Other Ways to Get Involved
Fitness and Recreation
Explore the many ways to get involved through fitness and recreation with intramural sports and outdoor activities!
Go to Fitness and RecreationAthletics
Every student has the opportunity to be a part of our athletics teams. Join the team in basketball, cross country, golf, or tennis!
Go to AthleticsStudent News
Career Development
Counseling Center Expanding Services
September 29, 2026
Counseling Center Expands Services to Meet Evolving Student Needs
Career Development
Internship Reinforces Career Aspirations
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Bella's London Internship Adventure Whets Appetite for Career Growth
Student Life Staff
Hanah Diebold
Dean of Students
352-638-9740hdiebold@beaconcollege.eduHeather Reed
Assistant Director of Student Involvement and Leadership
352-638-9819hreed@beaconcollege.eduJessica Hughes
Assistant Director of Campus and Community Engagement
352-638-9761jhughes@beaconcollege.edu