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 26, 2009
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Avoiding a blue Christmas
The holiday season holds the promise of exciting social, spiritual and personal events. However, in light of the troubled economy, the holiday season can lead to sizable stress and disappointment. Dr. Gabe Ybarra, UNF psychology professor, talks about avoiding a blue Christmas on WJCT 89.9 FM Public Radio's "In Context" show.
December 19, 2009
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UNF researchers develop sensors that can detect harmful viruses and substances
UNF researchers have developed several high-tech sensors that can detect the presence of certain substances, gases or disease-causing viruses by sniffing the air or by coming in contact with a chemical. David Hayes, director of UNF’s Coggin College Pilot Program for Innovation, discusses how the University is trying to commercialize its scientific breakthroughs on WJCT 89.9 FM Public Radio's "In Context" show.
November 28, 2009
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UNF-MOCA Partnership
Dr. Debra Murphy, chair of the UNF Department of Art & Design, discusses how MOCA's affiliation with UNF benefits the community and the University.
November 21, 2009
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2009 State of the River Report
The State of the River Report describes the health of the Lower St. Johns River basin based on a number of broad indicators. Dr. Radha Pyati, director of UNF’s Environmental Center and co-lead researcher on the report, discusses the latest findings.
November 20, 2009
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Preventing workplace violence
As our economy continues to facilitate layoffs and create greater stress for the workers who remain, workplace violence will only continue to increase. Dr. Paul Fadil, a UNF management professor, discusses preventing workplace violence on WJCT 89.9 FM Radio's "In Context."
November 12, 2009
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Have bullying laws brought about positive changes?
Dr. Betty Bennett, director of UNF’s Educator Preparation Institute, discusses whether the current law is curtailing the actions of school bullies on WJCT 89.9 FM Radio's "In Context" show.
October 29, 2009
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Personal experiences with abstract artist Robert Motherwell
Robert Motherwell was a leading figure in early American abstract expressionism and is currently featured in an exhibition at the Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville, a cultural resource of UNF. John Hutcheson, a UNF printmaking instructor, shares his personal experiences with this artist.
October 22, 2009
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Pros and cons of office romances
Dr. Paul Fadil, a management professor, discusses the pros and cons of workplace fraternization on WJCT 89.9 FM Radio’s “In Context” show
September 19, 2009
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What you need to know about Lyme Disease
People in Northeast Florida are acquiring Lyme Disease infections and are at risk for the disease year round. Dr. Kerry Clark, UNF professor of epidemiology and environmental health, discusses what you need to know about Lyme Disease.
September 12, 2009
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'Sport and Criminal Behavior'
Sport is filled with much paradox and the most troubling occurrence with contemporary sport is the increasingly visible prevalence of criminal behavior associated with sport. Dr. Jason Lee, UNF sport management professor, discusses his new book “Sport and Criminal Behavior”
August 15, 2009
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Preventing falls in the elderly
Each year, thousands of older Americans fall at home and many of them are seriously injured or disabled. Dr. Chitra Balasubramanian, a UNF physical therapy professor, discusses how to prevent falls in the elderly on WJCT 89.9 FM Radio's "In Context" show.
August 8, 2009
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UNF professor discusses St. Johns River Report
Dr. Radha Pyati, director of UNF's Environmental Center, talks to WJCT 89.9 FM Pubic Radio about the results of the 2009 River Report.
June 20, 2009
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Healthy body fat key to realistic weight loss
Knowing your body fat percentage can help you determine if your weight loss goals are realistic. Dr. Peter Magyari, a UNF exercise physiology professor, discusses health body fat.
June 13, 2009
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Tracing historical roolt of diabetes treatment, research
Although ancient and medieval doctors knew of diabetes, the disease they treated was rare and largely confined to young sufferers. UNF history professor Dr. Elizabeth Furdell discusses her book “Fatal Thirst” and how it covers the search to understand the disorder and cure it from medieval times to the 1930s.
June 6, 2009
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UNF professor discusses current racial climate
Although we have made many strides towards equity, it’s still difficult for most people in the United States to openly engage in discourse around race. Dr. Melissa Hargrove, UNF anthropology professor, discusses the current racial climate.
May 30, 2009
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Talking Matters: Developing your child’s speaking skills
Dr. Madelaine Cosgrove, associate director for School Readiness at UNF’s Florida Institute of Education, discusses developing your child’s speaking skills.
May 26, 2009
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UNF Educator Preparation Institute
Dr. Betty Bennett, director of the Educator Preparation Institute at UNF, discusses a 10-month program that offers instruction, field experience and mentoring to men and women who want to be educators.
May 9, 2009
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College entrance exams preparation
Preparation is the key to success on the ACT and SAT college entrance exams. Probyn Inniss, minority recruitment coordinator at UNF, discusses when you should take the test and pitfalls to avoid.
May 2, 2009
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Signs fortelling a housing recovery
Home sales and home prices have been and are continuing to decline in the Jacksonville area. Dr. Sid Rosenberg, UNF real estate professor, discusses signs to look for that will foretell a housing recovery is on the horizon on WJCT 89.9 FM Radio's "In Context" show.
April 18, 2009
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TV for Babies: Harmful or helpful?
Dr. Katrina Hall, UNF childhood education professor, discusses whether watching TV for babies is helpful or harmful.
April 11, 2009
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East Meets West in Medicine
Author Lisa Oz speaks on the benefits of integrating Eastern and Western medicine.
March 11, 2009
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UNF students get hands-on experience in Guatemala
Eighteen University of North Florida students will see firsthand the challenges facing a developing country during a week-long transformational learning trip to North Guatemala.
March 7, 2009
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Changes in Bright Futures scholarships
The legislature is grappling with the issue of how to change Florida Bright Futures scholarships to make them less of a drain on lottery revenues. Dr. Mary Borg, UNF political economy professor, discusses the economic and political effects.
February 14, 2009
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'Presidential Power in Action'
Dr. Darren Wheeler, UNF political science professor, discusses his book “Presidential Power in Action,” which provides a timely examination of the Bush administration’s response to the Supreme Court’s decisions regarding enemy combatants and military tribunals.
January 31, 2009
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Dangers of political dynasties
Dr. Matthew Corrigan, chair of the Department of Political Science and Public Administration at UNF, discusses his new book "American Royalty," which addresses the dangers of political dynasties.
January 24, 2009
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16th-century Florida murdery mystery
Dr. Michael Francis, UNF history professor, discusses a 16-century Spanish Florida murder mystery.
January 9, 2009
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'The Prosperity Agenda'
Nancy Soderberg, Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Political Science at UNF, discusses her new book “The Prosperity Agenda: What the World Wants from America and What We Need in Return,” which lays out a blueprint for the next administration to revive America’s position in the world and keep us safe, prosperous and secure.