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 2, 2006
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Nat Glover ambassador for higher education
Former Jacksonville top cop Nat Glover will now be an ambassador for higher education. He talks to WJCT 89.9 FM about his new role.
November 18, 2006
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County fairs a community tradition
County fairs are a place to celebrate heritage, culture and community and have been taking place for decades. Dr. Krista Paulsen, sociology professor, discusses the popularity of this community tradition.
November 11, 2006
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Protecting yourself against fradulent telemarketers
Fraudulent telemarketers are among those that have seized such opportunities to defraud consumers out an estimated 40 billion dollars annually. Dr. Glenn Coffey, criminal law instructor and attorney, discusses how consumers can protect themselves against this kind of criminal activity.
November 4, 2006
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Internet communication precautions
There is no doubt that the Internet has changed the way we communicate. For many of us, e-mail has virtually replaced traditional letters and even telephone calls as the choice for correspondence. Jeff Durfee, assistant director of Information Security, discusses precautions that should be taken when communicating via the Internet.
October 28, 2006
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UNF unveils new Coastal Biology flagship
President John Delaney recently announced the university will receive a $1 million donation for coastal engineering from Taylor Engineering Inc., a Jacksonville-based company. In conjunction with the donation, Delaney also announced that UNF's Coastal Biology Program has been selected to be the university's fourth and most recent flagship program.
October 21, 2006
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Hot investing trends
The combined assets of the nation's mutual funds today total over $9.3 trillion. Many people use mutual funds to invest for their future needs, including retirement. Dr. Parvez Ahmed, finance professor, discusses selecting mutual funds and current hot investing trends.
September 22, 2006
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UNF announces two new flagship programs
The University of North Florida has announced two more flagship programs--the Transportation & Logistics Program and the International Business Program--both in the Coggin College of Business. A total of $1.25 million dollars annually has been set aside for these programs and other flaship programs.
September 22, 2006
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UNF students help rebuild after Hurrican Katrina
It's been several months since Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast but volunteers continue to stream into the area to help clean up the disaster zone. Several UNF students lent a hand during their spring break.
September 22, 2006
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'The Stories My Foremothers Told Me'
Writing a memoir not only preserves a family’s history, but it can also serve as a guidebook for future generations. UNF staff member and local author Thelma Young discusses her new book, “The Stories My Foremothers Told Me,” which brings readers face-to-face with the experiences of five Black-Creole Catholic women living on the Mississippi-Louisiana Gulf Coast in the days before the civil rights movement.
September 21, 2006
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Professor shares insights into 'The Da Vinci Code'
Dan Brown’s book, “The Da Vinci Code,” and the newly-released movie based on the book have generated a lot of controversy. Dr. Katherine Gill, a religious studies professor, shares her insights.
September 16, 2006
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More women in the boss' chair
Studies show that the best bosses for today’s workforce are people who have leadership styles most often associated with women. Dr. Paul Fadil, management professor, discusses how more women are ending up in the boss’ chair.
September 2, 2006
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Dealing with bullies
The picture of the all-American TV bully is the big, overgrown boy who spends his school days stealing lunch money and stuffing students into lockers; however, bullies come in all shapes, sizes, genders and ethnicities. Dr. Betty Bennett, educational leadership professor, talks about bullies and how parents can help their kids deal with them.
August 26, 2006
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Navigating the college admissions process
Admissions Director John Yancey discusses navigating the college admissions process.
August 12, 2006
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Ways to manage conflict
Conflict can occur in any situation when two or more people have a different opinion. How we communicate in conflict can affect how we live and work with those around us. Karen Donges, communication instructor, talks about using varying communication styles when managing a conflict.
July 29, 2006
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IPTM trains police officers around the world
The law enforcement landscape is always evolving. As a result, police officers always need to be trained in the latest techniques with the latest technology. Bob Jacob, Institute of Police Technology & Management director, discusses how the school trains today’s police officers how to do their jobs better tomorrow.
July 22, 2006
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Beating the college blues
College is a positive experience for most students, but some newcomers to campus may encounter problems that range from homesickness and anxiety to severe stress. Mental Health Counselor Reena Sheth discusses how students can beat the college blues.
July 7, 2006
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UNF students participate in classroom on rails
A small group of UNF students has just returned from a trip of a lifetime. A summer course that required riding the rails through Europe.
June 17, 2006
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Art in the Jail program
“Living Inside”: Art in the Jail Program provides arts education to juveniles jailed as adults in the Duval County Jail. This program provides inmates with experience in various arts disciplines, while teaching and improving life skills. English Professor Dr. Mary Baron discusses the creative writing class she teaches in the jail.
June 3, 2006
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Drought-resistant plants great for Florida yards
Much of Northeast Florida is currently experiencing drought-like conditions of various levels, and many homeowners are anxious about the impact the dry weather is having on their gardens and lawns. Chuck Hubbuch, landscape & grounds coordinator, disucsses what type of drought-resistant plants to use in your yard.
May 13, 2006
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'The Myth of Death'
No longer a far-fetched idea for science-fiction movies, cloning is now a reality. Dr. Peter Wludyka, associate professor of statistics, examines the moral and ethical issues associated with cloning in his new book, “The Myth of Death,” a futuristic novel that examines cloning in the year 2041.
April 21, 2006
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Are First Coast residents prepared for a hurricane?
A poll by the University of North Florida found that most Jacksonville residents expect a direct hit from a hurricane, but the majority of area residents aren't prepared for the upcoming season, which begins June 1.A poll by the University of North Florida found that most Jacksonville residents expect a direct hit from a hurricane, but the majority of area residents aren't prepared for the upcoming season, which begins June 1.
April 15, 2006
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UNF student starts The Big Fun Foundation to help sick kids
University of North Florida sophomore Grant Prather was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis shortly after he was born. At one time, he could barely walk a few steps without huffing and puffing, relying on an oxygen tank to make it through the day. Today, he runs races oxygen-tank free and has co-founded a non-profit organization The Big Fun Foundation to help sick children cope with their illness.
April 8, 2006
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Paralegal profession among fastest growing fields
The nation's legal offices are seeing paralegals assuming a growing range of tasks and performing many of the same duties as lawyers. Marc Levanthal, instructor/advisor for the Legal Studies Institute, discusses one of the fastest growing professions around.
April 1, 2006
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Brooks donates millions to UNF's College of Health
The University of North Florida is renaming its College of Health after receiving one of the largest donations in the University's history.
April 1, 2006
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One- year anniversary of Terry Schiavo's death
It was a year ago this week that Terry Schiavo died after Florida courts allowed her feeding tube to be removed. Chris Gabbard, English professor, discusses the anniversary of Schiavo's death. He teaches a course on disability in the media and our culture.
April 1, 2006
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Political impact of Terry Schiavo's death
The death of Terry Schiavo was very controversial and a political matter as well. Matt Corrigan, political science professor, discusses the political impact of her death, which was a year ago this week.
March 11, 2006
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'A Peaceful Jihad'
With words like jihad, holy war and the Taliban now household terms, Dr. Ronald Lukens-Bull, an associate professor of sociology, anthropology and criminal justice, strives to show the peaceful holy war in his new book "A Peaceful Jihad." He discusses his travels in Indonesia.
February 25, 2006
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Impact of media on women and body image
Every day, women and girls are bombarded with advertisements encouraging them to chase an unattainable ideal of physical beauty. Women also are exposed to a constant stream of lifted, tucked and airbrushed perfect bodies in the movies, on TV and on the Internet. Dr. Berrin Beasley, assistant professor of communication, discusses the impact of media on women and their body image.
February 18, 2006
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Entrepreneurship on the rise
Entrepreneurship is on the rise. Members of Generation X and Y have more interest than any other generation in business ownership. Dr. John McAllister, dean of the Coggin College of Business, explains how UNF will help meet these growing business demands.
January 28, 2006
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'Tell Me How You Love the Picture'
Movie-making is big business, but it's also risky business. Dr. Tom Barton, a Kathryn and Richard Kip professor of accounting, has just co-authored a book called "Tell Me How You Love the Picture", which details the experiences of film producer Edward Feldman. He discusses the risk management involved in producing big budget Hollywood movies.
January 14, 2006
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Obesity in children a serious issue
Obesity in children and adolescents is a serious issue with many health and social consequences that often continue into adulthood. Understanding risk factors and implementing prevention programs are helpful in controlling the obesity epidemic. Dr. Jan Meires, an assistant professor in the School of Nursing, discusses this growing health concern.