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JU Marine Science Research Institute to host ‘Ripples on the River’ May 18
Sixth annual
“Ripples on the River”
WHAT: An opportunity for people of all ages to discover what marine research is all about
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18
WHERE: Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) on
… Read More »Floating St. Johns River classroom and dock valued at $500,000 coming for JU marine science students
By Christina Kelso
JU Communications sophomore
After six years of brainstorming, planning and paperwork, Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute will finally be “river-ready” this fall with a state-of-the-art floating classroom for students.
The 45-foot-by-12-foot vessel and a new companion …
Read More »Young girls imagine college life through PhotoVoice project at JU
Youths from Girls Inc. in Arlington experienced a little taste of college life this week at Jacksonville University as part of a global photo project — and got a chance to sit behind the President’s desk to boot.
PhotoVoice is …
Read More »St. Johns River gets little respect in JU poll of area residents
By Phillip Milano
Politicians and community leaders may want to pay heed to the results of a newly released Jacksonville University poll, in which conventional sentiments that the St. Johns River is the area’s lifeblood and greatest asset aren’t reflected …
Read More »Strom River Jam set to rock JU Nov. 5, christen new Larry Strom Amphitheatre
What: The Strom River Jam is a free public music fest with a lineup of exciting Dolphinium Records artists, including popular East Coast band Chroma and American Idol Season 8 contestant AJ Neaher. The event includes recognition of Jacksonville …
Read More »2012 River Report: Improvement, but continued threats affect St. Johns River
Joint News Release from UNF/JU:
The fifth annual State of the River Report on the lower basin of the St. Johns River shows improvement in some areas but continuing threats in several critical categories.
The annual report was released Wednesday, …
Read More »Fourth annual “Ripples on the River” May 19 at Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute
When: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, May 19
Where: Jacksonville University’s Marine Science Research Institute (MSRI) on the riverfront, 2800 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville, Fla. 32211- 3394
Cost: $10 per adult, youths under 18 free; payable …
Read More »Submerged Aquatic Vegetation Critical to Estuarine Ecosystems
Submerged aquatic vegetation, or SAV, is a critical component of estuarine ecosystems. The St. Johns River and Indian River Lagoon just to our south are examples of what can happen when the delicate balance of environmental factors is impacted.
The …
Read More »Successful search for elusive giant squid brings deep-sea explorer to Jacksonville University
Giant squid are not something you are likely to find in the St. Johns River, but these mystical creatures have fascinated me for a long time.
They were first introduced to me in my first general zoology course as a …
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