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JU Sailing turns in strong performance at last qualifier at Eckerd College
By Jon Faudree/Head Sailing Coach
Fresh off its highest regular-season ranking, the Jacksonville University Sailing Team traveled to Eckerd College in St. Petersburg Saturday, Oct. 19, where 14 teams competed for the last qualifying regatta for the SAISA (South …
Read More »JU PPI plays unique role on issues crucial to Florida’s future, state Speaker Will Weatherford says
By Taylor Agnew
Jacksonville University
Florida can create a “pocket of prosperity” for its residents by addressing issues such as education and poverty, and Jacksonville University’s Public Policy Institute is playing a unique role in shaping dialogue on those very …
Read More »JU Prof. Heather Hausenblas discusses volunteerism’s value to our health in Florida Times-Union
JU Associate Exercise Science Prof. Heather Hausenblas weighs in on the power of doing good in a Florida Times-Union article on volunteerism that appeared on Sunday, Oct. 20.
The Jacksonville area rates high in volunteerism, according to U.S. Census Bureau …
Read More »Updated map for JU Student Veterans of America “Show Your Colors 5K Run” Nov. 9!
What: Jacksonville University Veterans Day Show Your Colors 5K Run. (See map below)
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9.
Where: Jacksonville University, 2800 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville, FL 32211.
Details: To honor local veterans and raise awareness and funding for …
Read More »JU College of Health Sciences wins $141,659 federal grant to help rural veterans with respiratory/swallow disorders
Jacksonville University’s College of Health Sciences has added to recent grant awards by receiving $141,659 from the Department of Veterans Affairs to help in the care of rural veterans with respiratory and swallow disorders.
Continuing to build on its scientific …
Read More »Now serving for JU … the Gooding Coffee Cart!
The Gooding Coffee Cart is now open!
7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday
Featuring Starbucks coffee, muffins, scones, Dunkin Donuts, snack bars and potato chips
Payment accepted: Cash and credit card
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Read More »Jacksonville University mourns loss of former trustee Pat Williams, 92
The Jacksonville University community is mourning the loss of Patrick M. “Pat” Williams, a businessman and philanthropist who supported JU for more than three decades, including 10 years as a Board of Trustees member. Mr. Williams died Thursday, Oct. 10, …
Read More »Enjoy these upcoming JU College of Fine Arts events!
Get ready for the JU Fall Arts & Crafts/Bake Fair Nov. 15; sign up by Nov. 8
WHAT: The JU Employee Advisory Council is hosting the annual Fall Arts & Crafts/Bake Fair
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
WHERE: In front of the Davis Commons Center (if it rains, the event will be held …
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