Those close to School of Aviation Director Capt. Matt Tuohy (Ret) ’75 ’03 are accustomed to it. Those who meet him for the first time quickly grasp it: His primary mission is always about what he can do for others. …
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Fall Dance Concert to close with ‘Get Outta My Way’ choreographed by Ariana Grande lead dancers the Nicholson twins
Now that JU dance students have been shown the way, it’s time for Get Outta My Way.
The Fall Dance Concert this Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 16-18, will close with a high-energy street jazz piece called Get Outta My …
Read More »A patient-centered approach to the U.S. drug epidemic to be discussed by top experts Nov. 14
A major seminar at Jacksonville University Nov. 14 will gather the region’s top substance abuse experts to describe outreach, prevention and treatment for those affected by the cascading U.S. drug epidemic, including U.S. veterans.
The 3½-hour event is supported by …
Read More »Historian and activist Aviva Chomsky to speak on immigration Nov. 2
In a timely lecture, celebrated historian, activist and Latin America specialist Aviva Chomsky will give a talk on immigration issues at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 2, in Gooding Auditorium.
Chomsky, professor of history and coordinator of Latin American studies at …
Read More »Fine Arts challenges a septic system with “Urinetown, The Musical” Oct. 26-29
No. 1, it’s swirling with heavy topics. No. 2, it’s flush with great humor.
It’s “Urinetown: The Musical,” the Tony Award-winning production being presented Oct. 26-29 in Swisher Theater by the Jacksonville University College of Fine Arts.
Read More »First Coast Wind Symphony hosts French wind orchestra Oct. 24
The JU Performing Arts Series will present a free joint concert including an acclaimed French wind orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, in Terry Concert Hall.
The First Coast Wind Symphony, a Jacksonville community music organization, will host …
Read More »Barrera, Tuohy, Grey honored as 2017 JU Distinguished Alumni
Standouts in aviation, military and entrepreneurial endeavors are recipients of this year’s prestigious Distinguished Alumni awards for 2017.
Honored at halftime of this year’s Homecoming football game as “Distinguished Alumni of Excellence Class of 2017” was Kelly Barrera ’86, while …
Read More »Students now able to learn at the epicenter of region’s activity as JU Downtown officially opens
Closing a loop some 80 years in the making, JU Downtown is officially open for business, bringing Jacksonville University programs and faculty back to the epicenter of the city for the first time since the University’s beginnings in 1934.
JU …
Read More »Titanic discoverer Dr. Robert Ballard receives inaugural Marine Science Pioneer Award from JU
“I view Earth as a living creature, because it responds as a living creature. And what you are seeing right now is the Earth responding to us. And it is very angry.”
— Dr. Robert D. Ballard
Renowned oceanographer and …
Read More »Performing Arts Series offers array of dazzling talent for campus, community
The College of Fine Arts has again assembled a superlative program of arts for this academic year, with many of the events and exhibits free to campus and the community. Below are messages from President Tim Cost and Fine Arts …
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