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The University of Tampa will honor more than 1,400 students at its 148th commencement on Saturday, May 11, during two separate ceremonies at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall. [Read more…] about UT to Hold Spring Commencement on May 11 for 1,400 Students at State Fairgrounds
Dr. Cliff Ross, a professor in the Department of Biology at the University of North Florida, has been selected as the recipient of the Terry Presidential Professorship. [Read more…] about University of North Florida Biology Professor Awarded Terry Presidential Professorship
When it comes to value, the University of North Florida is one of the top universities in the country again this year, according to new rankings from Forbes. [Read more…] about University of North Florida Among ‘Best Value’ Colleges in New Forbes Ranking
Hip-hop recording artist, actor and activist Common, Florida A&M University (FAMU) alum and former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum and veteran music industry attorney Nicole Wyskoarko will be the speakers for the FAMU Spring Commencement ceremonies. [Read more…] about Artist, Activist Common to address FAMU Spring Commencement Graduates
The OneJax Institute at the University of North Florida is now accepting applications from teens entering grades 9 through 12 to participate in its Sandy Miller Metrotown Institute, a four-day program that promotes respect and understanding across the differences of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, ethnicity, socio-economic status and ability. [Read more…] about OneJax Sandy Miller Metrotown Institute Hosts Teen Diversity Leadership Program
On Sunday, May 5, “Keeping History Above Water: St. Augustine” opens with a “public day” program. [Read more…] about “Keeping History Above Water: St. Augustine” public day program announced
Calling it a project that will transform the creative arts both for University of Tampa students and the Tampa community, UT officials announced today that the University will soon begin construction on a new, four-story, 90,000-square-foot building on campus that will provide spaces for UT’s fine and performing arts. [Read more…] about UT Announces Construction of “Transformative” Building for Fine and Performing Arts
David E. and Mary J. Pollard came to Florida A&M University (FAMU) as students. [Read more…] about Applications Open for David E. and Mary J. Pollard Scholarship for STEM and Teacher Education Students
Florida A&M University (FAMU) today awarded 14 grants totaling $98,000 to more than 20 faculty members to conduct research on marijuana as it impacts diverse minority communities. [Read more…] about Florida A&M University and the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative Announce Recipients of Medical Marijuana Research Grants
Florida A&M University’s Office of Student Activities hosted #MeToo founder Tarana Burke and her colleagues on April 19, as part of the #MeToo HBCU Tour. [Read more…] about FAMU Outlines Efforts to Prevent Sexual Assault on Campus
