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EPIC’s ‘Collaborate JU’ harnesses interdisciplinary learning to prepare students for real world

November 24, 2015 Comments Off on EPIC’s ‘Collaborate JU’ harnesses interdisciplinary learning to prepare students for real world

Getting a taste of real-world work experiences is at the heart of Collaborate JU, a program developed through JU’s Florida EPIC (Entrepreneurism, Policy, Innovation, and Commerce) Program. Students and professors from multiple disciplines are joining forces with

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Strong mix of Davis College of Business students honored on 2015 Top 40 Talent list

November 24, 2015 Comments Off on Strong mix of Davis College of Business students honored on 2015 Top 40 Talent list

From Sport Business majors gaining coveted internships with the Jacksonville Jaguars to Aviation Management students setting up foreign exchange programs for JU in Taipei to Consumer Goods & Services Marketing MBA candidates breaking gender barriers in the supply chain industry, …

Faculty and student research using drones to study oyster beds gets off the ground at crowdfunder Experiment.com

November 23, 2015 Comments Off on Faculty and student research using drones to study oyster beds gets off the ground at crowdfunder Experiment.com

With an eye toward re-opening recreational oyster harvesting in Northeast Florida, the Marine Science Research Institute, Department of Geography and the Environment, and the School of Aviation have launched a crowdfunding project with Experiment.com aimed at using drones …

President Cost champions ‘positive intent’ at induction to First Coast Business Hall of Fame

November 20, 2015 Comments Off on President Cost champions ‘positive intent’ at induction to First Coast Business Hall of Fame

In some ways, it’s not the first line to the chorus of one of JU President Tim Cost’s favorite songs that fully captures his positive spirit. “It’s a beautiful day,“ from U2’s Beautiful Day, certainly comes close. But it’s …

Experts on national security, Middle East to speak at JU Public Policy Institute Nov. 30

November 12, 2015 Comments Off on Experts on national security, Middle East to speak at JU Public Policy Institute Nov. 30

breslin-smith Jamesbsmith The Jacksonville University Public Policy Institute is pleased to host an evening with two speakers who have been immersed in Saudi culture while working in the public and private sectors.

James B. Smith and Dr. Janet Breslin-Smith will speak at …

WELL-TRAVELED: Seeing Florida through the eyes of a foreign tourist

November 10, 2015 Comments Off on WELL-TRAVELED: Seeing Florida through the eyes of a foreign tourist

When traveling, I always try to see my destination less from the perspective of a typical tourist and more from a local enjoying what makes his or her hometown special.

Even when my language skills are limited in a country,

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President Tim Cost to be inducted into prestigious First Coast Business Hall of Fame

November 10, 2015 Comments Off on President Tim Cost to be inducted into prestigious First Coast Business Hall of Fame

The First Coast Business Hall of Fame, whose roster includes such iconic local names as Alexander Brest, Preston Haskell, Tom Petway, Peter Rummell, Jay Stein and Wayne and Delores Barr Weaver, is welcoming a new member: Tim Cost.…

A pioneering new higher ed “one-stop shop” for Northeast Florida military veterans

November 9, 2015 Comments Off on A pioneering new higher ed “one-stop shop” for Northeast Florida military veterans

Military veterans will be able to navigate the higher ed system and attain their degrees more easily after Monday’s announcement that the Northeast Florida Military Veteran College Network is up and running, leveraging the resources and personnel of the region’s …

Those who serve and served honored at JU Military Appreciation Football Game

November 7, 2015 Comments Off on Those who serve and served honored at JU Military Appreciation Football Game

A special brand of honor and integrity was in the air at Milne Field Saturday, as the University recognized current and former service members at its Military Appreciation Football Game vs. Davidson College.

At halftime, one of JU’s most committed …

A top school for veterans — three times over

November 6, 2015 Comments Off on A top school for veterans — three times over

Jacksonville University has been named to two prestigious national lists recognizing schools with leading programs and best practices that demonstrate the highest level of support for veterans and help create excellent education outcomes. The news follows being recognized recently by …