In a two-night live broadcasting event, Channel 4, The Local Station, and the Jacksonville University Public Policy Institute (JU PPI) will co-host debates among the candidates vying to become Jacksonville’s next Mayor and Sheriff. News4JAX anchor Kent Justice will moderate …
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Rep. Mia Jones, Prof. Tammy Ryan and senior Ally Capriotti honored as JU Women of the Year
When we support each other, incredible things can happen, no matter our different viewpoints or different backgrounds.
That was part of the keynote message of Florida Rep. Mia Jones, D-Jacksonville, recipient of the Community Woman of the Year award at …
Read More »JU becomes first U.S. partner with Petroleum Technology Development Fund to educate Nigerian students
Jacksonville University is the first U.S. partner in a program with Nigeria’s Petroleum Technology Development Fund to educate its country’s top young scholars in STEM-related fields, signaling a dynamic move to intensify the University’s global reach in higher education.
Read More »FIT LIFE: Is Daylight Saving bad for your health?
In less than a week we will be “springing” our clocks ahead by one hour. It’s that time of year when we “lose” an hour of sleep – which most of us dread. In return, we “gain” an hour of …
Read More »JU Public Policy student Quang Ly wins President’s Volunteer Service Award
Quang Ly, a graduate student working on his Juris Doctor/Master of Public Policy dual degree at Jacksonville University, has received the President’s Volunteer Service Award, according to the University’s Service Learning Center.
The recognition comes from the country’s …
Read More »“Omphalos,” “Cycle” and “FIEA Game Art” unite to intrigue at workshops, Brest Gallery
It was a combination of body casting, navel gazing, lectures, workshops, cutting-edge commercial art, photography and even surprise dancing at a recent art exhibit’s opening reception in the Alexander Brest Gallery.
“Omphalos,” with works by artist Lauren Frances Evans; “Cycle,” …
Read More »Rising jazz piano star Martin Bejerano to play JU and hold open Q&A/rehearsal
World-class jazz pianist and composer Martin Bejerano brings his award-winning trio in concert to Terry Concert Hall at Jacksonville University Thursday, Feb. 26, including an open Q&A/rehearsal and public masterclass leading up to the performance.
Called a “hot young pianist” …
Read More »Composer Robert W. Smith, high school students in concert with Wind Ensemble Feb. 21
The College of Fine Arts Performing Arts Series presents the JU Wind Ensemble with select students from seven local high schools in concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, in Terry Concert Hall. The concert is free to the public.…
Read More »JU, Mote Marine Lab partner to promote research, teaching
Jacksonville University and Mote Marine Laboratory have forged a new education-focused partnership to benefit students, faculty and researchers while strengthening the foundations of Florida-based marine science.
Mote President & CEO Dr. Michael P. Crosby and JU President Tim Cost recently …
Read More »“The Walking Dread” panel discussion Feb. 24 examines plagues, zombie fears, science and culture
The fifth annual interdisciplinary panel discussion presented by Jacksonville University’s College of Arts and Sciences, titled “The Walking Dread: Society, Plague, and Zombies,” promises a provocative blend of discussion on scientific and medical discoveries, societal fears, literature and even …
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