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NROTC program succeeds in attracting elite students

When the Jacksonville University Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) program welcomes its 50th anniversary class this fall, an impressive 30 of its 43 members will be National Scholarship recipients. 

Given that Jacksonville University competes for NROTC students with at …

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JU recognized as Tree Campus USA 5 years in a row

For the 5th year in a row, the Arbor Day Foundation honored Jacksonville University with the Tree Campus USA award, recognizing the University’s commitment to protecting its beautiful campus.

The Tree Campus USA award recognizes college campuses across the nation …

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Davis College of Business extends prestigious accreditation

Strengthening its position as a distinguished global leader in business education, Jacksonville University’s Davis College of Business announced the extension of its accreditation from the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

“The Davis College of Business is …

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River Life: Do sharks prowl the St. Johns?

Shark

Are there sharks in the St. Johns River? This is a frequently asked question, especially by middle school-aged students or people interested in sharks in general. And the short answer is yes, but as usual, it is more complicated than …

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MSRI offers marine science exploration at virtual camp

Swimmng with turtles

At Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI), summer camp is on – virtually.

“There are lots of people looking for something educationally stimulating for their children to do this summer,” says Assistant Professor of Marine Science Dr. Melinda Simmons, …

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River Life: Time to restore the Ocklawaha

Rodman Dam

Is it really July already? This has been an incredible year that few could have imagined in January.

The future is so uncertain with the pandemic and social unrest upsetting the normal patterns of our lives. But we will survive …

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University Creates Two Schools In Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts

Even as the Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts celebrates its 60th year, it continues to focus on the future by creating two schools within the college, Jacksonville University Provost Dr. Chris Sapienza announced today.

The Stein College …

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2020 Nursing graduates participate in first pinning parade

Pinning Parade

Twenty-two Keigwin School of Nursing (KSON) Spring 2020 graduates took part in the University’s first-ever pinning parade on Saturday, June 27, to commemorate their entry into the nursing profession.

“We wanted to celebrate with our graduates and their loved ones …

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How to talk productively about race and culture

Work Ahead Series Logo

Jacksonville University is committed to creating a safer, more equitable world, beginning here on our own campus. As an institution of higher education, we believe in the power of learning and its ability to reshape our thinking and our behavior.

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