UNF In the News
     Radio News Coverage

Students, faculty and staff at the University of North Florida are constantly making headlines, whether it be local, regional, state or national news. Because of the expertise of our faculty, they are often viewed as an authority in their fields and are interviewed weekly either on television, radio or in print, such as newspapers or magazines. The University also produces a weekly radio show, "UNF On The Record," which features campus life as well as faculty and student research, keeping the UNF community in touch with what's new and exciting on campus. To see the latest radio coverage about UNF students, faculty or staff, click one of the interviews below.


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UNF In the News

December 13, 2008
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GIS used to engage readers online
We all know that Geographic Information Systems help us navigate the highways and byways in town and across the country. But now GIS is being used in a unique way to engage readers online. Dr. Terry Cavanaugh, a UNF College of Education and Human Development professor, discusses book mapping.
December 6, 2008
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'The Criminalization of Medicine: America's War on Doctors'
Some experts believe that medical doctors have been made political scapegoats for the financial crisis of health care and the failed war on drugs in the U.S. Dr. Ronald Libby, UNF political science professor, discusses his recent book “The Criminalization of Medicine: America’s War on Doctors.”
November 8, 2008
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UNF paleontologist uncovers prediatory marine repitle
While dinosaurs roamed the land 93 million years ago, the little known plesiosaur swam the water ways. Paleontologist Dr. Barry Albright, a UNF chemistry and physics professor, discusses his research on this large predatory marine reptile.
October 24, 2008
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Living a long, sweet life
National Public Radio talk show host Dr. Zorba Paster was recently on the UNF campus and discussed “How to Live a Long, Sweet Life.” Paster was interviewed about his lecture on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
August 30, 2008
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'All You Could See Was the Water'
Hurricane Katrina was the costliest and one of the five deadliest hurricanes in the history of the United States. Thelma Young, a UNF student and local author, discusses her new book “All You Could See Was The Water: Hurricane Katrina Through the Eyes of Children” on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
August 2, 2008
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When depression enters a relationship
Each year, depression affects an estimated 19 million Americans and countless numbers of loved ones. It can even test the most secure of relationships. Dr. Gabe Ybarra, UNF psychology professor, discusses steps to take when depression enters a relationship.
July 26, 2008
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Pyschology helps in jury selection process
Psychology helps attorneys gain insight into how prospective jurors may view their cases. Dr. Linda Foley, UNF psychology professor, discusses the process of jury selection on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show.
June 28, 2008
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Negative impact of energy drinks
Jon Vredenburg, preceptor for UNF’s dietetic internship program, discusses the negative impact that energy drinks can have on your body.
June 21, 2008
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Prescription for communicating with your doctor
The relationship with a doctor is a very personal one, built on communication and trust. Dr. Judy Sayre, UNF communications professor, discusses the prescription for better communication with your physician.
June 20, 2008
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Hollywood director conducts film camp at UNF
Hollywood director Joey Travolta is giving kids with autism leading roles at a film camp he is conducting at UNF.
May 17, 2008
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Drama increases children's critical-thinking skills
Dr. Katrina Hall, UNF childhood education professor, discussed using traditional literature and drama to increase a child’s comprehension and critical-thinking skills.
April 19, 2008
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Selecting the right diet for you
Dr. Judy Rodriguez, UNF nutrition professor, gives the skinny on more than 75 different weight-loss and health-promoting diets in her new book “The Diet Selector.”
March 15, 2008
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Managing your child's behavior problems
Dr. Karen Patterson, UNF exceptional student and deaf education professor, talks about managing your child’s behavior problems.
March 1, 2008
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Women and Girls Health Initiative mission
Dr. Pam Chally, dean of the Brooks College of Health, was interviewed on WJCT 89.9 FM radio’s “In Context” show about the role and mission of the Women and Girls Health Initiative.
February 16, 2008
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Proposed St. Johns water withdrawl
Dr. Courtney Hackney, UNF Coastal Biology Program director, discussed the proposed plan to withdraw water from the St. Johns River.
February 2, 2008
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Saving for your retirement nest egg
Dr. Parvez Ahmed, UNF finance professor, discusses how to start saving for your retirement nest egg.
January 26, 2008
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Small businesses use e-commerce to survive
Robert Myers, area director of UNF's Small Business Development Center, discusses how small businesses can use e-commerce to survive.