Governor Ron DeSantis today visited Ridgecrest Elementary School in Pinellas County to highlight computer science education and the significant achievements of local students in STEM fields. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights Computer Science and STEM Achievements in Pinellas County
Education
Florida Poly senior director to lead international research on autonomous vehicles
As the Advanced Mobility Institute at Florida Polytechnic University positions itself as a leader in autonomous vehicle research, senior director of special projects Dr. Rahul Razdan will head a new series of reports focused on the testing and validation of this emerging technology around the world. [Read more…] about Florida Poly senior director to lead international research on autonomous vehicles
E.J. Salcines to Present Public Lecture on Jose Marti on June 24 at UT
Presentation is part of NEH summer institute, sponsored by UT
Local judge, Hispanic statesman and community leader E.J. Salcines will give a presentation titled “José Martí in Tampa: 20 Documented Visits” on Monday, June 24 at 7 p.m. in the Reeves Theater at The University of Tampa. [Read more…] about E.J. Salcines to Present Public Lecture on Jose Marti on June 24 at UT
FAMU Secures $13.7 Million in Performance-Based Funding from Board of Governors
Florida A&M University (FAMU) will receive $13.7 million in new funding for the 2019-2020 fiscal year as part of the Florida Board of Governors (BOG) Performance-Based Funding allocation. [Read more…] about FAMU Secures $13.7 Million in Performance-Based Funding from Board of Governors
Board of Governors Meeting Highlights
The Board of Governors advanced several initiatives this week to maintain the State University System’s upward trajectory, making decisions about the strategic direction of Florida’s 12 public universities and demonstrating their support for higher education partners. [Read more…] about Board of Governors Meeting Highlights
UF Health patient first to receive new gene therapy for neuromuscular disease since FDA approval
Karen Wright worked her way through the small gathering outside her 4-month-old daughter’s room in pediatric intensive care. [Read more…] about UF Health patient first to receive new gene therapy for neuromuscular disease since FDA approval
Board of Governors presents award to State University System Student Champion
The Board of Governors on Thursday recognized Rep. David Silvers as its 2019 State University System Student Champion. [Read more…] about Board of Governors presents award to State University System Student Champion
Florida’s Top STEM Students Honored at Sunshine State Scholars Conference
Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran today recognized 103 of Florida’s highest-achieving 11th grade STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) students at the 2019 Sunshine State Scholars conference. [Read more…] about Florida’s Top STEM Students Honored at Sunshine State Scholars Conference
Board of Governors announces university performance funds
The Board of Governors approved a plan on Thursday to divide up $560 million in performance funds for the 2019-20 fiscal year. [Read more…] about Board of Governors announces university performance funds
UNF Names Brent Mai New Thomas G. Carpenter Library Dean
Dr. Brent Mai has accepted the University of North Florida’s offer to become the new dean of the Thomas G. Carpenter Library. [Read more…] about UNF Names Brent Mai New Thomas G. Carpenter Library Dean
