The University of Tampa was recently recognized as one of 77 universities accepted into the 2020-2021 cohort of First-gen Forward institutions. [Read more…] about UT Receives First-gen Forward Designation, a National Honor for Commitment to First-Generation Student Success
Education
UT’s Part-Time MBA and Nursing Master’s Program Named One of the Best by U.S. News & World Report
The University of Tampa Sykes College of Business’ part-time MBA program and UT’s master’s degree in nursing were named among the best programs in the country in the 2021 edition of “Best Graduate Schools” by U.S. News & World Report. [Read more…] about UT’s Part-Time MBA and Nursing Master’s Program Named One of the Best by U.S. News & World Report
Four Florida School Districts Are Prepared for Distance Learning
Duval, Union, Sumter and Collier will begin implementing distance learning
The Florida Department of Education today praised Duval, Union, Sumter and Collier district leaders for their commitment to implementing distance learning once the districts’ extended spring breaks conclude. [Read more…] about Four Florida School Districts Are Prepared for Distance Learning
Florida Department of Education Announces Additional Guidance for the 2019-20 School Year
All public and private K-12 schools are closed through April 15, 2020
The Department of Education and Commissioner Richard Corcoran are today using executive authority to support the Florida Division of Emergency Management to ensure Florida citizens are kept safe. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Education Announces Additional Guidance for the 2019-20 School Year
UT Will Continue Online Course Delivery Throughout This Semester and Cancel In-Person Commencement
Based on the latest COVID-19 developments, and for the health and safety of students, faculty and staff, The University of Tampa has decided that online course delivery for students will continue through the rest of the Spring 2020 semester. [Read more…] about UT Will Continue Online Course Delivery Throughout This Semester and Cancel In-Person Commencement
Statement on the Status of the State University System
Last Wednesday, the Board of Governors issued guidance to Florida’s twelve public universities to begin implementing methods that would enable the delivery of coursework to students remotely. [Read more…] about Statement on the Status of the State University System
Florida Department of Education Provides Recommendations for Spring Break
Richard Corcoran, Commissioner of the Florida Department of Education, today provided strong recommendations for extending spring break following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issuing guidance specific to COVID-19 in Florida. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Education Provides Recommendations for Spring Break
Florida Virtual School® Offering School Districts Teacher Training to Prepare for Online Learning Environment in the Event of School Closures
As mentioned in Governor Ron DeSantis’ press briefing on Monday, March 9, 2020, and at the direction of Governor DeSantis, Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has partnered with the Florida Department of Education to offer all school districts student support and teacher professional development tailored to the online learning environment. [Read more…] about Florida Virtual School® Offering School Districts Teacher Training to Prepare for Online Learning Environment in the Event of School Closures
MyCareerShines now offering career awareness program for pre-K through 5th grade students
The Florida Virtual Campus is excited to announce that MyCareerShines is now offering Kuder Galaxy, a free online system that allows all students in pre-K through 5th grades to explore their career possibilities through a series of fun games, activities and experiences. [Read more…] about MyCareerShines now offering career awareness program for pre-K through 5th grade students
Statement from President Galvano on New College of Florida
Florida Senate President Bill Galvano (R-Bradenton) today released the following statement regarding his view on the future of New College of Florida. [Read more…] about Statement from President Galvano on New College of Florida