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Following Hurricane Michael, All Students in Gulf and Washington Counties Are Eligible for Free School Meals

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In response to the destruction caused by Hurricane Michael, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today announced that all students in Gulf and Washington counties are eligible for free school meals through the National School Lunch Program from now through Nov. 30, 2018, in addition to other flexibilities to best serve students. [Read more…] about Following Hurricane Michael, All Students in Gulf and Washington Counties Are Eligible for Free School Meals

Florida Department of Education Honors Five Employers for Hiring Individuals with Disabilities

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In celebration of Disability Employment Awareness Month, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) staff recognized five outstanding Miami employers for their commitment to hiring people with disabilities. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Education Honors Five Employers for Hiring Individuals with Disabilities

Study Reveals Coloring Improves Working Memory/Reduces Stress Among Veterans

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Simple activities, such as drawing and coloring, may yield both mental health and cognitive benefits for veterans, according to a new study conducted by Dr. Tracy Alloway, associate professor of psychology at the University of North Florida. [Read more…] about Study Reveals Coloring Improves Working Memory/Reduces Stress Among Veterans

Jason Evans to Discuss Problems, Solutions for ‘State of Watery Peril’

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Evans will deliver keynote address at Volusia Water Alliance symposium 

Jason Evans, Ph.D., associate professor of environmental science and studies at Stetson University, will be discussing ways to conserve Florida’s fresh water supply in his keynote presentation “Reclaiming the Future: Science, Engagement and Hope in our State of Watery Peril” during the Volusia Water Alliance’s annual Fall Symposium, Friday, Oct. 26, in DeLand. [Read more…] about Jason Evans to Discuss Problems, Solutions for ‘State of Watery Peril’

FLVC to Tackle High Textbook Costs During OER Summit

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Following the success of the Florida Virtual Campus’ Open Educational Resources Summit (OER Summit) last February, FLVC is excited to announce the next OER Summit for Feb. 27 – 28, 2019, at the Sheraton Orlando North in Orlando, FL. The Summit is designed for attendees to learn how to identify, modify, and design OER, with the goal of implementation at their college or university. [Read more…] about FLVC to Tackle High Textbook Costs During OER Summit

UNF Hosts Endowed and First Generation Scholarship Luncheon

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The University of North Florida will recognize endowed and First Generation scholarship donors and will celebrate the lives of students that have been forever changed by their generosity at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 18, in the Adam W. Herbert University Center, Building 43, Grand Banquet Hall, Room 1044, on the UNF campus. [Read more…] about UNF Hosts Endowed and First Generation Scholarship Luncheon

Rattler Football Partakes in Post-Hurricane Relief Efforts

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University FAMU Cares Initiative Underway
On Sunday, October 14, FAMU Football Coach Willie Simmons, members of the football team and Athletics’ staff delivered fifty cases of bottled water to Havana and Marianna, Fla., two cities devastated by Hurricane Michael.

Florida A&M University (FAMU) Head Football Coach Willie Simmons, fresh off of one of the biggest victories in recent history, immediately turned his attention to the devastation caused by Hurricane Michael in the Florida Panhandle. [Read more…] about Rattler Football Partakes in Post-Hurricane Relief Efforts