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Basketball Performance Center unveiled to men’s and women’s teams

In a triumphant moment that was years in the making, Jacksonville University’s men’s and women’s basketball teams finally got their first look – and first shots – inside the just-completed Basketball Performance Center.

The facility, where both basketball teams will …

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A Birthday Surprise for Chairman of the Board Jamie Shelton

Jordan Mincy (left), Jamie Shelton (middle), Alex Ricker-Gilbert (right)

Jamie Shelton had no idea what was in store for him on his birthday this year. Based on previous birthdays the Jacksonville University trustee and chairman of the board could have easily anticipated a few presents, perhaps a fun evening …

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JU mourns tragic loss of beach volleyball student-athlete

Over the weekend, Jacksonville University learned of the sudden and tragic passing of freshman and beach volleyball student-athlete Makenzie Befus.

“It is with a heavy heart that I wish to extend my deepest condolences to the family of Makenzie Befus, …

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Jacksonville University and Van Wagner Announce Multimedia Rights Partnership

Jacksonville University has agreed to a multi-year partnership naming Van Wagner Sports and Entertainment as the exclusive agent for campus-wide strategic business partnerships, athletic sponsorships and multimedia rights.

Van Wagner will work with JU leadership to explore opportunities that drive …

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Athletic Director Alex Ricker-Gilbert ups JU’s influence with appointment to NCAA Division I Council

The University’s voice on issues surrounding student athletes across the nation has doubled with the announcement that Athletic Director Alex Ricker-Gilbert is the newest member of the NCAA Division I Council. The council reports directly to the NCAA Division I …

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