Jeff Durfee, UNF director of Information Security, discussed practicing safe computing on WJXT Ch. 4’s “Ask the UNF Expert.”

Dr. Chris Rasche, criminal justice professor, discussed violence/murder patterns in Jacksonville on WJXT Ch. 4’s “Ask the UNF Expert.”

Kris Dalton, UNF assistant director of orientation, and senior Jamie O'Brien discussed the ABC's of college savings on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Gabe Ybarra, UNF psychology professor, was interviewed by WJXT Ch. 4 about how to calm your toddler's fears while traveling by air.

The University of North Florida has begun moving some temporary residents to a new home. The search for gopher tortoises is on in an area of campus soon to be the site of new construction.

National security expert Dr. Patrick Plumlee, UNF political science professor, was interviewed by WJXT Ch. 4 about a possible terror plot on the USS JFK.

UNF political science professor Dr. David Schwam-Baird appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss the recent foiled bomb Plot in London.

Stacey Enriquez, a UNF senior nursing student, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" to discuss her recent trip to South Africa, where she studied the health care system and how the country is treating its HIV/AIDS epidemic.

Heather Kite, UNF assistant director of Recreation, and UNF swim instructor Carlos Mejia, discussed and demonstrated water safety tips for parents of young kids on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Carolyn Williams, UNF history professor, discussed her new book "Historic Photos of Jacksonville," an account of a century of the city's history from the 1860s to the 1960s, on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Kristine Webb, UNF associate professor of education, and UNF student Ashley Emanuel discuss the On Campus Transition Program for students with developmental disabilities on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Nancy Soderberg, Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Political Science and Public Administration, discussed cooling relations between the United States and Russia on WJXT Ch. 4.

UNF chemistry lab lecturer John Pechonick demonstrated fun science experiments that kids could do at home over the summer on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Carl Deus, UNF continuing education instructor, discussed seven elements of successful negotiations on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Eric Alva, the first Marine amputee to return from the Iraq war, spoke about the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy at the UNF "Skyrocketing to Legendary Heights" conference.

With the death of Rev. Jerry Falwell, Dr. Julie Ingersoll, religious studies professor, discussed how Falwell's drive and zeal for conservative Christian values made him a household name in America.

Dr. Charles Winton, computer sciences professor, discussed artificial intelligence robotics on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Michael Hallett, UNF criminology and criminal justice chair, recently led a poll that shows about 68 percent of registered Duval County voters would be willing to pay more taxes to fund police and crime prevention programs.

Political science professor Dr. Matthew Corrigan appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss a new poll he conducted on the 2008 presidential primary election.

Dr. Ye Luo, sociology professor, discussed the rising trend of grandparents raising their grandkids on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. John Anderson, UNF senior physics lecturer, discussed a new Earth-like planet discovered by astronomers on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Candice Carter, UNF education professor, discussed peaceful conflict resolution on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF expert."

Dr. Li Loriz, UNF School of Nursing director, discussed how to care for body piercings on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

UNF engineering students designed and built a machine for Armor Holdings Inc. to automate the production of its Narcotics Identification Kits used by law enforcement officers worldwide. This project was highlighted by WJXT Ch. 4.

Shelly Purser, Health Promotions Department director, and Ashley Morris, health education coordinator, discussed combating stress at home and in the workplace on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Greg DiFranza, tactical enforcement unit coordinator at UNF's Institute of Police Technology and Management, talked about educating children and parents against sexual predators on WJXT Ch. 4.

More than 300 UNF students received a First Generation Scholarship and are the first in their families to seek a four-year college degree. Florida's First Generation Matching Grant Program was spotlighted on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. David Schwam-Baird, UNF political science professor, discussed the Iraq war funding battle on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Catherine Christies, UNF nutrition professor, talked about sneaking more fruits and vegetables into kids' meals on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Several UNF Building Construction Management students spent their spring break in New Orleans deconstructing and salvaging two historic buildings. UNF students Leah Trainer and Zack Martin spoke to WJXT Ch. 4 about their trip.

UNF recently announced the addition of two new doctoral programs-a doctorate in Nurse Practice and a doctorate in Physical Therapy. WAWS FOX 30 covered the announcement.

Dr. Jacque Batey, childhood education professor, discussed a new study that links poor behavior in children to time spent in day care on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Christine Weber, UNF childhood education professor, discussed how to recognize and develop your child's genius on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Members of the CIA and police officers from as far away as Guam recently attended a weeklong training course on Deviant Sexual Behavior at UNF's Institute of Police Technology and Management, which was covered by WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Chuck Thigpen, physical therapy professor, discussed how young baseball athletes can avoid shoulder injuries on WJXT Ch. 4’s Ask the UNF Expert.

UNF’s School of Engineering and the UNF Community Outreach Council, in conjunction with corporate sponsor HDR Engineering, Inc., recently held its First Annual Egg Drop contest with fifth graders from two local elementary schools. The students were challenged to put their engineering, math and science skills to work in a fun way.

Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist George Will recently spoke at UNF and was interviewed by WJXT Ch. 4 about the political climate.

Nancy Soderberg, Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Political Science at UNF, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss the Iraq debate about pulling out American troops.

Dr. Lucy Trice, associate dean in the Brooks College of Health, discussed metabolic syndrome, its causes and how it can be treated on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Jay Coleman, associate dean in the Coggin College of Business, was interviewed by CBS 47/WAWS FOX 30 about his Dance Card and Score Card methods used to predict at-large basketball team selection for the NCAA tournament.

UNF recently held its first trash and recycling audit on the campus Green. Volunteers sorted, measured and catalogued the waste from one day's worth of trash in order to educate students, faculty and staff about ways to reduce campus trash through recycling and litter-prevention practices.

Academy Award-winning actress Patty Duke was the keynote speaker at UNF's Womens and Girls Health Initiative Luncheon. She spoke about mental health and her struggle with bi-polar disorder.

Ryan Meyer, Osprey EcoCamp director, spoke to CBS 47 about the upcoming summer camp.

Martin Connor, instructor at UNF's Lifelong Learning Institute, discussed how to select wine on WJXT Ch. 4's Ask the UNF Expert.

UNF's Health Promotions Department and Body Image Task Force sponsored "Get Real, Barbie," a week-long event highlighting National Eating Disorder Awareness Week. The event was covered by local media, including WJTX Ch. 4.

UNF Nutritionist Jackie Shank talked to CBS 47/WAWS FOX 30 about the dangers of bugs, like weevils, found in Grain products.

Dr. Julie Ingersoll, UNF religion professor, was interviewed by CBS 47/WAWS FOX 30 about the religious ritual of animal Sacrifice.

Dr. Berrin Beasley, UNF communications professor, and UNF junior Cara Clay discussed eating disorders on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" as part of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.

Dr. Catherine Christie, UNF nutrition professor, discussed a new study on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" that suggests advising pregnant women to limit their consumption of seafood could actually be detrimental to their children.

Kris Vandenberg, UNF visiting nursing instructor, spoke about bi-polar disorder, a serious medical condition that causes uncontrollable mood swings, on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Judy Rodriguez, nutrition professor, discussed healthy meal combinations from various fast food restaurants on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Matthew Corrigan, UNF political science professor, was a guest on WJXT Ch. 4 to give a preview of the President's State of the Union address and a look at candidates for the 2008 presidential race.

Dominick Martorelli, UNF photography professor, talked about how to take great family photographs and the best way to preserve them for years to come on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

UNF Brooks College of Health Dean Pam Chally was a panelist on WJCT Public Television's "Health Matters" series. She participated in a group discussion about health insurance disparities.

Scientists have warned for years that global warming is in progress. Aileen Miller-Jenkins, biology lab lecturer, discussed global warming and ways we can help prevent it from getting worse on WJXT Ch. 4.

Bob Wood, UNF dean of Continuing Education, discussed how continuing education courses can jump-start a new career in a year or less on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Nancy Soderberg, UNF Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Political Science and Public Administration, was interviewed by WJXT Ch. 4 about the debate over sending more troops to Iraq.

Dr. Matthew Corrigan, UNF political science professor, talked to WJXT Ch. 4 about the upcoming mayoral race and a recent poll released by the University that shows Mayor Peyton has a large lead.

It isn't your average class project. A group of Building Construction Management students at the University of North Florida will make the 20-foot dinosaur on Beach Boulevard look shiny and new. The class project was featured on WJXT Ch. 4.

University of North Florida baseball player Matt Ridilla has beaten a bout with tesicular cancer and is preparing to paly in his first game. His story of overcoming adversity was highlighted on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Judy Rodriguez, UNF nutrition professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to talk about a study that found people who drink diet soft drinks don't lose weight. In fact, they gain weight.

Nat Glover, special advisor to the president, discussed his new role as an ambassador of higher education for UNF, FCCJ and Edward Waters College and what he hopes to accomplish in this job.

Nancy Soderberg, UNF Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Political Science and Public Administration, was interviewed by WJXT Ch. 4 about President Bush wanting to send more troops to Iraq as part of a new plan to secure Baghdad.

Dr. Henry Thomas, political science professor, talks to WJXT Ch. 4 about Charlie Crist's gubernatorial inauguration and what the next four years hold for Florida's new governor.

Dr. John McDonough, UNF nursing professor, discussed health tips for holiday travel on WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Paul Eggen, childhood education professor, discussed the effectiveness of single-sex classrooms on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Most of the First Coast enjoyed a sunny Wednesday, however, there was snow on the UNF campus. The Office of Residence Life sponsored Snow Day 2006. There were flurries and plenty of simulated snow for students to play with as a way to release steam before finals week.

Nell Robinson, adjunct faculty in the Brooks College of Health, discussed survival skills for holiday parties on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Dr. Henry Thomas, political science professor and Human Rights Commission member, comments on the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department's report regarding alleged racist incidents within the department on WJXT Ch. 4.

Nancy Soderberg, Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Political Science and former U.S. Ambassador, discusses President Bush's visit with Irai Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on WJXT Ch. 4.

President John Delaney announced today that former Sheriff Nat Glover has been retained by UNF, in conjunction with Edward Waters College and Florida Community College at Jacksonville, to be an ambassador of higher education, encouraging students to pursue a college degree. CBS 47 was among the local media covering the press conference held on campus.

Jeff Durfee, assistant director of Information Security, talks to WJXT Ch. 4 about how parents need to be aware of how kids can use their portable Play Stations to download inappropriate content.

Dr. Gabe Ybarra, pyschology professor, was interviewed on WJXT Ch. 4 about how parents can talk to their kids about sex.

UNF Senior Groundskeeper Regina Sanglier appeared on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" to discuss using and decorating nontraditional living trees for the holidays.

Political science professor Dr. David Schwam-Baird discussed the notion of reinstating the draft proposed by Congressman Charles Rangle with WJXT Ch. 4.

Karen Donges, communications instructor, discussed conflict communication and how to use various communication styles when managing a conflict on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

Political science professor Dr. David Schwam-Baird discusses President Bush's Iraq Study Group with WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Gabe Ybarra, psychology professor, talked to WJXT Ch. 4 about the psychological impact of obesity in teens.

The life of a college student is often hectic and stressful, but a handful of UNF students are finding time to tutor at-risk school kids. These UNF Presidential Community Ambassadors were featured On WTLV Ch. 12.

Dr. John Hatle, biology professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" to discuss his research with grasshoppers in order to determine the link between reproduction and aging.

Political science professor Dr. Patrick Plumlee discussed with WJXT Ch. 4 about Congress' shift in power after the November 7th elections.

Jackie Shank, nutrition expert, was featured on WJXT Ch. 4 about food safety and precautions to take in avoiding food-related illnesses.

Ambassador Nancy Soderberg, Distinguished Visiting Scholar in the Department of Political Science & Public Administration, was interviewed by WJXT Ch. 4 about Donald Rumsfeld's resignation. She also discussed his replacement Robert Gates.

Political science professor Dr. Matthew Corrigan discusses post election results with WJXT Ch. 4.

University Police Department Chief Mark Foxworth was interviewed by WTLV Ch. 12 for a child abduction series. He discussed a 2002 case that he worked as lead detective while he was employed by Clay County.

Dr. Katrina Hall, childhood education professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" to talk about stereotypes and diversity in children's books and TV programs.

Dr. Matthew Corrigan, political science professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to disucss the amendments that are slated for the upcoming election ballot.

Communications professor John Parmelee talks to WAWS-FOX 30 about the effectiveness of political advertisements.

Greg DiFranza, tactical enforcement unit coordinator at the Institute of Police Technology and Management, discusses victim awareness and safety on "Ask the UNF Expert," which airs on WJXT Ch. 4.

WAWS-FOX 30 covered the announcement by President John Delaney about a new flagship program and a major donation. The designation of coastal biology as UNF's lastest flagship program and a $1 million donation for coastal engineering research will allow UNF to be a leader in the region's environmental research.

Nutrition instructor Jackie Shank talked about designer foods, products formulated to have higher amounts of nutrients, on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert." She also gave viewers her top picks.

Dr. Adam Shapiro, anthropology and sociology chair, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss the nation’s population reaching 300 million and how it could impact our country's resources.

Joel Beam, athletic training program director, discusses how to properly clean and dress acute wounds on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert."

The University of North Florida will rename its soccer complex after receiving one of the school's biggest donations.

The University of North Florida dedicated its new Social Sciences Building, Jacksonville's first LEED-registered environmentally-friendly facility. Dr. Peter Braza, associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, and anthroplogy/sociology professor Dr. Gordon Rakita, talked about this new "green" building and how students, faculty and staff are reaping the benefits on WJXT Ch. 4.

Political science professor Dr. Hyunsun Choi appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss the recent nuclear missle launch in North Korea.

Dr. Elissa Barr, public health professor, discussed teen sexuality and conflicting messages about sex on WJXT Ch. 4's Ask the UNF Expert.

In light of the recent Mark Foley scandal, Jeff Durfee, assistant director of Information Security, was a guest on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss how safe are e-mails that people send to family and friends and how those messages can be retrieved.

Dr. Gabe Ybarra, psychology professor, discussed the rash of recent school shootings and the psychology of a shooter in those situations with WJXT Ch. 4.

Physical therapy professor Dr. Chuck Thigpen appeared on WJXT Ch. 4's "Ask the UNF Expert" to discuss shoulder pain, its causes and prevention.

Dr. David Schwam-Baird, political science professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to talk about the search for terrorist leader Osama bin Laden.

Dr. Janice Wood, Crawford Early Literacy Faculty Fellow, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4's Ask the UNF Expert to discuss tutors for toddlers and how parents are pushing their children too soon.

As homework grows, so do arguments against it. Dr. Nile Stanley, education professor, discusses the pro's and con's of homework with WJXT Ch. 4.

Greg DiFranza, Institute of Police Technology and Management instructor, teaches traffic stop techniques to hundreds of police officers from around the country each year. He was interviewed by WESH Ch. 2 in Orlando about traffic stop procedure.

Dr. Paul Mason, economics professor, discusses dropping gas prices with WJXT Ch. 4.

Dr. Michael Herkov, psychology professor, discussed with WJXT Ch. 4 how people have been dealing with the tragedy of 9/11 five years later.

History professor Dr. David Courtwright was interviewed on WJXT Ch. 4 about the historical perspective of 9/11 and its place in America's history.

Political science professor Dr. Matthew Corrigan appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to provide a wrap-up of all the candidates from the September 5 primary election.

Political science professor Henry Thomas appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss the upcoming primary elections.

University of North Florida student and Marine Ben Pridgeon got a hero's welcome after he returned home from serving in Iraq, where he was wounded in an ambush.

Dr. Fred Beck, Student Medical Services director, spoke to WAWS FOX 30/CBS 47 about how college students can stay healthy.

Dr. Glenn Coffey, criminal law professor and attorney, discussed fraudulent telemarketers and how consumers can protect themselves from this type of criminal activity on WJXT Ch. 4's Ask the UNF Expert.

Dr. Jay Huebner, visiting chemistry and physics research professor, discussed the latest findings about Pluto losing its planetary status on WJXT Ch. 4.

Political science professor Matthew Corrigan appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss big political issues to be aware of during the 2006 elections.

Dr. Catherine Christie, nutrition professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 for Ask the UNF Expert to discuss how students can avoid the freshman 15 and cook healthy on a college budget.

Dr. Krista Paulsen, sociology professor, spoke with First Coast News about a recent report in Men's Health magazine that listed Jacksonville in the top 10 of angriest cities in the nation.

Dr. David Schwam-Baird, political science professor, talked in depth with WJXT Ch. 4 about the recent Middle East cease-fire and peace plan.

Traces of creosote, a toxic chemical commonly found in wood preservatives, was recently detected in the St. Johns River. Nursing professor Dr. John McDonough, spoke about the health impacts of this chemical with FOX 30/CBS 47.

Robert Myers, area director for the Small Business Development Center, spoke to First Coast News about a new Mobile Assistance Center RV that will be used in assisting small businesses in pre-disaster planning and post-disaster recovery.

Robert Myers, area director for the Small Business Development Center, was a guest on WJXT Ch. 4's Ask the UNF Expert. He discussed a new Mobile Assistance Center RV that will be used for assisting small businesses in post-disaster recovery.

Broadcast journalism instructor Marcia Ladendorff appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss the media, the Middle East and hidden agendas.

Dr. Betty Bennett, education professor, discussed school bullies and how to handle them on WJXT Ch. 4's weekly Ask the UNF Expert segment.

Dr. Michael Herkov, psychology professor, appeared on WJXT Ch.4's Ask the UNF Expert to discuss the anxieties kids and parents experience when a child starts school for the first time.

Dr. Janice Wood, early childhood literacy professor, spoke to WAWS-FOX 30 about how you can tell if your child needs homework help and where to turn to for a good tutor.

Dr. Matthew Corrigan, political science professor, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss a referendum to bring the Navy back to Cecil Field.

Lynell Hodge, Residence Life area coordinator, discusses first-year college pitfalls and how students can cope during the Ask the UNF Expert segment on WJXT Ch. 4.

Jerry Inman was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the kidnap and rape of Tiffany Souers. After only serving 16 years behind bars, he was free to go, although he was a two-time sex convict. University of North Florida Criminologist Michael Hallett told WTLV Ch. 12 that "releasing a sex offender unconditionally without supervision is not a good idea."

The escalating turmoil in the Middle East has local analysts closely watching as Israelis and Palestinians exchange fire. Dr. David Schwam-Baird, political science professor, was featured on CBS 47 and WAWS-FOX 30 to talk about how this conflict hits home.

Attention deficit-hyperactivitiy disorder affects between 3 and 5 percent of all American children. Dr. Gabe Ybarra, assistant professor of psychology, told WJXT Ch. 4 viewers on Ask the UNF Expert about warning signs of the disorder.

Dani Deyton, director of marketing and events for the Fine Arts Center, appeared on WJXT Ch 4 as a guest on Ask the UNF Expert to discuss the University bringing the Trey McIntyre Project dance company to the campus to preview its new work titled "GO OUT."

Nancy Ann Martinez, continuing education program manager, appeared on WJXT Ch. 4 to discuss a new series of life lesson seminars targeted at young adults.

Dr. Hyunsun Choi, political science professor, was interviewed on WJXT Ch. 4 about the testing of missiles by North Korea and what this rogue nation will do.

Dr. Mary Baron, English professor, was featured on WJXT Ch. 4 about her involvement in "Living Inside": Art in the Jail Program, which provides arts education to juveniles jailed as adults in the Duval County Jail.

Dr. Daniel Cox, mechanical engineering professor, and engineering student Peter Vergenz were guests on Ask the UNF Expert, which airs on WJXT Ch. 4. They showed viewers how to make a fun, educational project at home like a homemade water rocket and the basic engineering concepts that kids learn from it.