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December

December 16, 2024

UNF gets financial boost from National Parks Service for coastal protection projects

Source: Florida Politics
UNF has teamed up with the National Park Service to increase restoration efforts among environmentally sensitive areas along the coastline in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.

December 13, 2024

More than a degree: UNF promises future graduates real-world experience

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
Starting fall 2025, UNF will guarantee all incoming students will have hands-on experience before graduating.

December 12, 2024

UNF guarantees experience-learning opportunities for every student

Source: First Coast Connect
UNF announced a new experience-based learning program to help boost students’ success.

December 11, 2024

UNF, JEA and Miller Electric partner on training program in renewable energy

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
UNF is partnering with JEA and Miller Electric to launch a workforce training program for electricians in renewable energy.

December 11, 2024

UNF and National Park Service using age-old tool to battle erosion — oysters

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF is working together with the National Park Service to battle coastal erosion with oysters.

December 10, 2024

First Coast Forward: How do you 'sell' Jacksonville?

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
UNF President Moez Limayem participated in a panel with local leaders to discuss how Jacksonville can advocate for itself and attract businesses.

December 6, 2024

UNF professor: Breakfast is a profitable niche with room to grow

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Accounting and finance adjunct Eric Heninger weighs in on Maple Street founder Scott Moore’s next morning and lunch venture into soft tacos with Calico Cactus.

December 4, 2024

UNF awarded grant for coastline restoration in Florida, Georgia

Source: News4Jax
UNF has been awarded nearly $800,000 from the National Park Service to help restore coastlines and address shoreline erosion at three national parks in Florida and Georgia.

December 4, 2024

Sporting Jax women's team selects UNF for USL Super League debut

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Sporting Club Jacksonville will kick off its inaugural women's professional soccer season in 2025 at UNF’s Hodges Stadium.

December 3, 2024

UNF physics professors awarded nearly $600K to help advance research of dark matter

Source: News4Jax
Drs. Chris Kelso and Greg Wurtz are working to establish whether evidence of interactions between dark matter and ordinary matter can be found.

December 3, 2024

UNF partners with Federal court for naturalization

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
UNF's Hicks Honors College proudly hosted a naturalization ceremony that left both student and faculty participants feeling hopeful about what it means to be American.

November

November 25, 2024

UNF small business resource hub reopens in heart of Jacksonville

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
The Small Business Development Center at UNF is excited to announce its new office location in the heart of downtown Jacksonville.

November 25, 2024

UNF physics professors discuss their research to explore dark matter

Source: First Coast Connect
Drs. Chris Kelso and Greg Wurtz detail their plans to examine the inferred interaction between dark matter and ordinary matter by studying crystals found in rock samples.

November 21, 2024

UNF expert talks about the perils of “doom spending” in troubled times

Source: First Coast Connect
Dr. Inga Timmerman joins a panel of financial experts to discuss the trend of spending as a form of self-soothing and the perils of “doom spending” in troubled times.

November 21, 2024

Here's how UNF is exploring new medical frontiers with AI and digital health

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
Drs. Mei Zhao and Shyam Paryani share how UNF explores new medical frontiers with AI and digital health.

November 20, 2024

UNF celebrates new U.S. citizens during the naturalization ceremony

Source: Action News Jax
UNF's Hicks Honors College proudly hosted a naturalization ceremony that left both student and faculty participants feeling hopeful about what it means to be American.

November 17, 2024

UNF alumni joins Antarctica expedition

Source: First Coast News
UNF alumni Lee Giat was selected to document the Space2Sea “Voygae of Legends” expedition to Antartica.

November 14, 2024

UNF expert shares insight and tips for Florida

Source: This Old House
Dr. Andrew Barnes answers questions about Florida home warranty.

November 13, 2024

UNF professors secure $600K grant to unravel dark matter mysteries

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
Drs. Chris Kelso and Greg Wurtz were awarded a grant from the National Science Foundation to research dark matter.

November 12, 2024

UNF survey: Jacksonville manufacturing activity still slow

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey results reveal manufacturing activity in the Jacksonville area is still slow.

November 6, 2024

UNF students host intercollegiate discourse event

Source: News4Jax
UNF Honors students discuss their views during an intercollegiate discourse event with the University of Arizona on election night and talk about the Vote 2024 election results the next day.

November 6, 2024

UNF geotech expert reflects on Florida ‘sinkhole’ triggers following Hurricane Milton

Source: Ground Engineering
Geotechnical engineering assistant professor Dr. Ryan Shamet talks about the post-storm ground collapses.

November 5, 2024

UNF political expert provides insight during Election Night special

Source: ActionNewsJax
Political scientist Dr. Michael Binder provided insight on Action News Jax’s Election Night special.

October

October 31, 2024

UNF psychologist shares expertise on “ghosting”

Source: First Coast Connect
Psychologist Dr. Gabriel Ybarra discusses what motivates people to “ghost” others and how to handle the cold shoulder when it comes.

October 24, 2024

UNF engineer says finding who made the materials may help determine cause of Georgia’s gangway collapse

Source: News4Jax
Engineer Dr. Adel ElSafty shares his expertise to discuss the Georgia gangway collapse tragedy.

October 22, 2024

UNF marks future expansion with Coggin College of Business groundbreaking

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
UNF officials conducted a groundbreaking ceremony on the expansion and renovation of the Coggin College of Business.

October 22, 2024

UNF hosts Cold Case Symposium to bring nationwide attention to unsolved cases

Source: News4Jax
UNF hosts the third annual Cold Case Symposium for families of unsolved homicide victims and missing persons.

October 11, 2024

UNF economic survey: Manufacturing sector deteriorated slightly

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey.

October 10, 2024

UNF expert shares insights on moving budgets

Source: USA Today
UNF associate professor of finance Dr. Inga Timmerman shared her expertise on creating a moving budget.

October 8, 2024

UNF grant among latest round of NSF awards

Source: U.S. National Science Foundation
A UNF grant is among the latest round of National Science Foundation awards.

October 3, 2024

UNF celebrates $1 billion impact on Florida economy

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
Two years after hiring a new president, UNF reviewed its history and celebrated a $1.375 billion annual economic impact on the state.

October 1, 2024

UNF making changes to help students reach goals after graduation

Source: News4Jax
UNF President Moez Limayem discussed the University’s initiative to increase enrollment and expand educational opportunities to more students.

September

September 30, 2024

UNF philosopher writes book on gardening with Berkeley horticulturalist son

Source: Berkeleyside
UNF philosophy professor Dr. David Fenner and his son co-authored a book on the art and philosophy of gardens.

September 24, 2024

UNF climbs in 2025 News & World Report Best College Rankings

Source: Action News Jax
UNF has earned a spot for the sixth consecutive year on the U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Colleges list.

September 17, 2024

JEA provides scholarships for UNF female student-athletes pursuing STEM Degrees

Source: American Public Power Association
Florida public power utility JEA presented scholarships to 10 UNF female student-athletes who are pursuing STEM degrees.

September 16, 2024

UNF team wins patent for cancer-fighting compound

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
This summer, three UNF professors were awarded a U.S. patent for a potential cancer-fighting compound that could stagnate the growth of certain breast, colon and lung cancers.

September 12, 2024

UNF expert discusses tenant screening apps and their impact on housing accessibility

Source: Bloomberg
Sociologist Dr. David Jaffee shared insight about tenant screening apps and their impact on housing accessibility.

September 11, 2024

Father-Daughter Duo Tees Off: Scott and Kaitlyn Schroeder Reunite at UNF

Source: First Coast News
For UNF Director of Golf Scott Schroeder, his dream of coaching his daughter, Kaitlyn, at the collegiate level has finally become a reality as she attends the University.

September 10, 2024

UNF economic survey again points to contraction

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey.

September 10, 2024

UNF and JEA partner to support women athletes in STEM

Source: Action News Jax
The UNF Athletics Department has partnered with JEA to support female student-athletes pursuing degrees in STEM.

September 6, 2024

WSJ ranks UNF among best colleges to set graduates up for financial success

Source: Action News Jax
UNF was ranked in the Wall Street Journal’s “The 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S.” list.

September 5, 2024

UNF’s Morgan Ray wins Paralympic swimming medal for Team USA in Paris

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Morgan Ray helped the U.S. to silver in the 20-point mixed 4x50-meter medley relay for para swimming at the Paralympics in Paris.

August

August 30, 2024

Labor Day travelers see lower gas and airfare costs

Source: News4Jax
Economics associate professor Dr. Russell Triplett explains that airline prices are related to fuel prices.

August 29, 2024

England-Thims & Miller partners with UNF

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Civil engineer Dr. Ryan Shamet will be the first England-Thims & Miller Inc. Summer Faculty in Residence.

August 28, 2024

Moving to Florida? Here are the best cities, according to UNF expert

Source: USA Today
Finance professor Eric Heninger shares his expertise on moving and living in Florida.

August 27, 2024

UNF expert estimates how long repairs to I-95 could take

Source: News4Jax
After a crash under the I-95 overpass caused lanes to close, civil engineer Dr. Adel ElSafty estimates how long repairs could take.

August 26, 2024

Geopolitics and Clean Energy: A preview of UNF’s public policy event

Source: First Coast Connect
Dr. Nick Seabrook, UNF political science professor, and Rohan Patel, former Tesla senior director, sat down to discuss geopolitics and clean energy in preview of the public policy event at UNF.

August 23, 2024

'Prehistoric' relative of sharks struggle to make a comeback near Florida

Source: USA Today
Biologist Dr. Jim Gelsleichter and his students have discovered one of the most threatened marine fishes in the world.

August 22, 2024

Former Tesla executive Rohan Patel to speak at UNF

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
The Diverse Perspective Series presents “Powering the future: The geopolitics of clean energy” featuring former Tesla executive Rohan Patel and UNF political scientist Nick Seabrook .

August 15, 2024

UNF expert discusses the recent rise in hackers

Source: Action News Jax
School of Computing professor and director Dr. Zornitza Prodanoff discusses the recent rise in hackers.

August 15, 2024

Teenagers eligible for scholarships through MOCA

Source: Action News Jax
For MOCA’s 100th anniversary, graduating high school seniors on the Teen Art Council 2024-25 can apply for the Vystar MOCA Centennial Scholarship.

August 12, 2024

UNF survey again indicates economy contracting

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey.

August 7, 2024

UNF expert discusses car insurance

Source: WalletHub
Accounting & Finance adjunct professor Eric Heninger shares his expertise and advice on car insurance.

August 5, 2024

Customized new rides: UNF works with kids with cerebral palsy to improve mobility

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF’s Laboratory of Applied Biomechanics and Engineering is conducting clinical trials to improve mobility for children with cerebral palsy, like eight-year-old Finn.

August 1, 2024

UNF student shares great studying spots around Jacksonville

Source: Folio Weekly
Multimedia Communications student Angelica Santini Hernandez shares fun study spots around Jacksonville.

July

July 31, 2024

UNF lab looking for children with cerebral palsy for power mobility studies

Source: News4Jax
UNF’s Laboratory of Applied Biomechanics and Engineering is searching for children with cerebral palsy for power mobility clinical trials.

July 29, 2024

UNF researcher discusses the discovery of first smalltooth sawfish in sixteen years

Source: First Coast Connect
Biologist Dr. Jim Gelsleichter discusses his team’s discovery of one of the most threatened marine fishes in the world and why it’s a hopeful sign.

July 23, 2024

UNF president talks expansion, future plans for the school

Source: Action News Jax
UNF President Moez Limayem discusses his plan to keep pace with the fastest-growing region and even hinted at expanding to Downtown Jacksonville.

July 23, 2024

'The Power Within': MOCA Jacksonville to display Wolfson Children's Hospital patient art

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Inspiring artwork created by 16 young patients at Wolfson Children's Hospital will soon be on display at MOCA.

July 22, 2024

UNF names Stephen Dittmore dean of the College of Education and Human Services

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
UNF named Dr. Stephen Dittmore as dean of the College of Education and Human Services..

July 22, 2024

Lotte Plaza Market expects early 2025 opening in old Best Buy in Regency area

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Eric Heninger, adjunct professor of accounting and finance, discusses how local Asian markets will feel the competition when the Korean- and Asian-focused grocery store opens.

July 19, 2024

UNF expert discusses inflation and housing costs in Jacksonville

Source: ABC News
Sociologist Dr. David Jaffee shares his expertise on the inflation and housing costs in Jacksonville.

July 19, 2024

‘Self-inflicted:’ UNF cyber security expert weighs in on CrowdStrike cyber incident

Source: Action News Jax
Cybersecurity expert Dr. Zornitza Prodanoff shares her expertise about the CrowdStrike cyber incident.

July 17, 2024

UNF report shows signs of stability and potential resilience

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey.

July 16, 2024

UNF expert speaks about understanding artificial intelligence

Source: First Coast Connect
Dr. Joshua Gellers explains how AI works, discusses whether AI can be trusted and offers advice.

July 15, 2024

UNF expert offers insight on how fast-growing Aldi is reshaping the grocery market

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Eric Heninger, adjunct professor of accounting and finance, shares insight on how Aldi is reshaping the grocery market.

July 15, 2024

UNF professor shares expertise on the benefits of prison dog programs

Source: KBIA
Dr. Jennifer Wesely, a criminology and criminal justice professor, shares insights on prison dog programs.

July 10, 2024

'Out of a fairytale': UNF student to compete for Team USA in Paralympics

Source: First Coast News
Health administration student Morgan Ray will be competing in at least two events in Paris for the Paralympics.

July 10, 2024

Watch and learn: St. Augustine infant mimics deaf grandparents' sign language

Source: The Florida Times-Union
ASL/Deaf studies associate instructor Michael Stultz and his family have become a social media sensation due to the endearing videos posted by his daughter Mara, highlighting their family interactions and her experience as a CODA.

July 5, 2024

UNF biologist discusses increased shark sightings at local beaches

Source: FOX 35
Biologist Dr. Jim Gelsleichter speaks about why residents are seeing sharks coming closer to shore more frequently at local beaches.

July 3, 2024

Leading with Joy: How Positive Leadership Impacts the Workplace, College Campuses and Athletic Teams

Source: CXO Magazine
UNF Taylor Leadership Institute director Dr. Matthew Ohlson discusses positive leadership.

July 1, 2024

UNF hosts vow renewal ceremony for nearly 30 alumni couples

Source: First Coast News
UNF hosted a vow renewal ceremony for nearly 30 couples who met while attending the University.

June

June 25, 2024

UNF director of sports management weighs in on Stadium of the Future

Source: Action News Jax
Kristi Sweeney, director of sports management and associate professor of sports finance, weighs in on the new Stadium of the Future.

June 25, 2024

UNF offering Doctor of Health Administration

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
UNF is offering a new doctoral degree program for advanced health care leaders, the Doctor of Health Administration.

June 21, 2024

By the numbers: Florida state universities make steady gains in STEM degrees

Source: Tampa Bay Business Journal
UNF made the biggest gain in STEM degrees over the last five years.

June 21, 2024

UNF dean speaks about time management

Source: The Ponte Vedra Recorder
Dr. Kaveri Subrahmanyam, dean of the UNF College of Arts and Sciences, discussed the balance of helping monitor and manage one’s time.

June 20, 2024

UNF’s ‘State-of-the-art’ simulation center drives nursing education in North Florida

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
MedNexus, an innovative program led by UNF, connects health care education with hospital needs.

June 20, 2024

Training UNF students at the cutting edge of medical technology

Source: Jacksonville Business Record
UNF teamed up with the 3D Anatomic Modeling laboratory at Mayo Clinic to create a course with hands-on experience for biology and engineering students.

June 19, 2024

Firms flock to Florida, buy up apartments because of weak tenant-protection laws, UNF study finds

Source: News4Jax
A recent study by UNF’s JAX Rental Housing Project shows a “corporate invasion” of Duval County.

June 17, 2024

UNF announces doctoral program in computing

Source: Jacksonville Today
UNF is adding a doctoral program in computing, its first Ph.D. program.

June 13, 2024

UNF faculty receive patent for discovering cancer-fighting compound that could ‘turn off’ cancer

Source: EurekAlert!
UNF faculty members Drs. Bryan Knuckley, Corey Causey and Fatima Rehman received a U.S. patent for a targeted cancer-fighting compound they discovered.

June 12, 2024

UNF researchers discuss local housing patterns

Source: First Coast Connect
Dr. David Jaffee, UNF professor and director of the Jax Rental Housing Project, and Katelyn Renzi, sociology and political science student, discuss local housing patterns.

June 12, 2024

UNF biologist helps discover mangrove trees in Georgia farther north than ever recorded

Source: EurekAlert!
Biologist Dr. Scott F. Jones recently helped to discover mangrove trees in southern Georgia.

June 11, 2024

New learning avenues can be the reason for increase in UNF enrollment

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Dr. John Kantner discusses increasing University enrollment numbers, despite some companies dropping college degree requirements.

June 10, 2024

Jacksonville historian: Hans Tanzler was city’s most important mayor since consolidation

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF emeritus professor of history Dr. James Crooks reviews the first mayor of consolidated Jacksonville, Hans Tanzler.

June 7, 2024

UNF Economic Survey: Uncertain outlook among Jacksonville area manufacturers

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey.

June 4, 2024

UNF archeology students are digging deep at the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve

Source: ActionsNewsJax
More than 20 students are studying areas in the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.

June 3, 2024

Artemis Generation Shines During NASA’s 2024 Lunabotics Challenge

Source: NASA
UNF received the STEM Engagement Award in first place at the 2024 Lunabotics Competition.

May

May 31, 2024

Florida Times-Union College Media Day brings 18 UNF, Edward Waters students to City Hall

Source: The Florida Times-Union
The Florida Times-Union brought 18 students from UNF and Edward Waters University to City Hall as part of the first ever “College Media Day.”

May 30, 2024

UNF MedNexus expands academic programs in Palm Coast

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
UNF MedNexus is proud to announce the introduction of three innovative academic programs in Palm Coast, Florida..

May 30, 2024

UNF launching new bachelor’s and master’s programs in ‘Fintech’ in Fall 2024

Source: News4Jax
Due to a critical need for more workers in the “Fintech” industry in Jacksonville, UNF is launching two new programs to help companies find talent.

May 29, 2024

Amazon Prime Now Streaming the UNF Episode Of ‘The College Tour’

Source: Florida Daily
Amazon Prime Video is now streaming the UNF episode in season 11 of “The College Tour,” a groundbreaking series from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy and Burton Roberts.

May 21, 2024

How to stick to a diet, according to UNF expert

Source: Forbes
Nutrition and dietetics emeriti professor Dr. Catherine Christie provided strategies to help stick to a diet.

May 21, 2024

UNF is Breaking Barriers with Climbing Wall Programming

Source: Campus Rec Magazine
The UNF Recreation and Wellness Department is using creative climbing wall programming to highlight fun and build community on campus.

May 20, 2024

Deeps discounts may benefit shoppers but may not help the economy, UNF financial expert says

Source: News4Jax
UNF accounting and finance instructor Ron Heymann spoke about how deep discounts may benefit shoppers, but it isn’t guaranteed to be good for the economy.

May 20, 2024

Path to the Polls: What UNF’s latest poll tells us is driving voters in the 2024 presidential election

Source: News4Jax
Political scientist Dr. Michael Binder discusses the latest PORL poll results.

May 17, 2024

UNF math professor explains how to maximize the odds of a scratch-off success

Source: News4Jax
Mathematician Dr. Scott Hochwald helps investigate the best way to maximize the odds on scratch-off tickets.

May 17, 2024

UNF alum shares her journey to joining the Florida Museum of Natural History team

Source: Florida Museum
Double Osprey alum Amanda Hall shares her journey to joining the Florida Museum of Natural History as its new collection manager for Florida and Caribbean archaeology and bioarchaeology.

May 16, 2024

UNF expert discusses redistricting battles and how they could determine the balance of power in the US House

Source: CNN
Political scientist Dr. Nick Seabrook shares his expertise in response to the redistricting battles happening during the 2024 election cycle.

May 16, 2024

UNF expert answers how credit cards can help build credit

Source: WalletHub
Accounting & Finance instructor and program director Ron Heymann provides advice on credit cards and how they can help build credit.

May 15, 2024

UNF Artist-in-Residence exhibits work at MOCA honoring Moncrief's history

Source: First Coast News
MOCA Jacksonville is presenting the 2024 UNF Student Artist-in-Residence in "Elysa Adams: Voices of Moncrief.”

May 15, 2024

UNF professor talks about the Jaguars stadium and its economic impact

Source: Action News Jax
Dr. Kristi Sweeney, a sports finance professor, discussed the Jaguars stadium and its economic impact.

May 14, 2024

UNF expert talks about AI security concerns

Source: News4Jax
Dr. Josh Gellers shares his expertise on AI security concerns.

May 14, 2024

UNF Economic survey finds ‘a slightly challenging phase for the manufacturing sector’

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey which reflects that businesses are wary of potential challenges ahead.

May 13, 2024

UNF grad student: Adult illiteracy in the dyslexic population is the invisible enemy

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Public health graduate student Sarah Powell explains how adult illiteracy in the dyslexic population is an invisible enemy.

May 13, 2024

Missed the Northern Lights? UNF professor says eclipse glasses could help see what's causing them

Source: News4Jax
Theoretical physics professor Dr. Jason Haraldsen shares his expertise on the northern lights and how the recent phenomenon will play a role in his classroom.

May 8, 2024

Florida is named Top State for Higher Education for eighth year

Source: U.S. News & World Report
Economics chair Dr. Russell Triplett shares his expertise on the allure of Florida after it was ranked No. 1 in education for the eighth year.

May 7, 2024

MOCA Jacksonville announces art gifts from Gordon W. Bailey in honor of museum’s 100th anniversary

Source: Action News Jax
In celebration of its 100th anniversary, MOCA Jacksonville is set to receive a donation of 21 artworks from Gordon W. Bailey.

May 6, 2024

UNF students: Shifting global tides predict either competition or conflict with China

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF political science class offers insight on how the shifting global tides predict either competition or conflict with China.

May 6, 2024

UNF graduate shares her inspiring story

Source: Jacksonville Today
UNF graduate Mahalia White shares her journey to getting her master’s degree.

May 3, 2024

9 Arc Jacksonville students graduate from UNF

Source: Action News Jax
Among the thousands of students who graduated from UNF, nine of them completed this year’s college experience On Campus Transition program.

May 1, 2024

UNF honors those who exposed JEA

Source: First Coast Connect
Dr. Georgette Dumont speaks on behalf of the UNF Department of Political Science and Public Administration which presented the inaugural Public Service Awards to local heroes.

April

April 30, 2024

UNF to offer master’s in fintech

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
UNF will offer undergraduate and graduate programs in financial technology starting this fall.

April 30, 2024

Nurturing Well-being Through Eco Adventures

Source: Campus Rec Magazine
UNF’s Eco Adventures offers a variety of wellness benefits.

April 29, 2024

Students create realistic 3D models of human organs in new class at UNF

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF has teamed up with Mayo Clinic to offer an interdisciplinary Anatomy in 3D course which offers students a unique experience in the growing medical field.

April 25, 2024

UNF, Mayo Clinic partner on 3D anatomy printing course

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
UNF has teamed up with the 3D Anatomic Modeling Laboratory at Mayo Clinic to create an innovative undergraduate course at the University.

April 25, 2024

UNF considers adding new degrees

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
UNF is considering adding a new undergraduate degree program in environmental science and creating a financial technology focus as part of a master’s degree program.

April 24, 2024

UNF student recognized among 2024 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
ALL IN recognized political science student Rachel Paul among the 2024 Student Voting Honor Roll.

April 22, 2024

UNF civil engineer breaks down traffic study results

Source: News4Jax
Civil engineer Dr. Ramin Shabanpour spoke about the recent traffic study results over a proposed Chick-fil-A restaurant trying to come to an Oceaway neighborhood.

April 19, 2024

Celebrating 30 years of UNF golf

Source: The Florida Times-Union
This season marks 30 years with UNF for men’s golf coach Scott Schroeder since he arrived on campus as a student-athlete.

April 18, 2024

UNF surprises four local teachers with Gladys Prior awards

Source: First Coast News
Four local teachers received the 2024 Gladys Prior Career Teaching Award, created by philanthropist Gilchrist Berg, and distributed by UNF.

April 15, 2024

UNF expert discusses how managing stress can lead to a healthier lifestyle

Source: News4Jax
Psychologist Dr. Tracy Alloway talks about the effects of stress and how managing it can lead to a healthier lifestyle.

April 12, 2024

Palm Coast Hosts 2024 UNF MedNexus Innovation Challenge

Source: The City of Palm Coast
The City of Palm Coast hosted the third annual UNF MedNexus Innovation Challenge where high school students presented innovative solutions to modify excessive social media usage.

April 11, 2024

Best Diets Of 2024, According To Experts

Source: Forbes
Registered dietitian Dr. Catherine Christie shared her expertise on tips for sticking to a diet.

April 10, 2024

UNF Survey shows Jacksonville is one of the hottest labor markets in the country

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey which reflects the city’s strong demand for jobs.

April 9, 2024

Thousands crowd UNF campus with eyes on the sky for the solar eclipse

Source: Action News Jax
The solar eclipse brought huge crowds to UNF’s watch party.

April 9, 2024

UNF professor weighs in on how to stay safe during an earthquake

Source: News4Jax
Civil engineer Dr. Adel ElSafty talks about earthquake safety and the possibility of earthquakes in Florida.

April 8, 2024

UNF grad student: Shedding light on the opioid epidemic and building a healthier tomorrow

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Public Health student Yusneisy Cuellar offers insight on the opioid epidemic and a healthier future.

April 8, 2024

Hundreds ‘Walk to Defeat ALS’ at UNF

Source: News4Jax
Hundreds of people took part in the annual “Walk to Defeat ALS” on UNF’s campus to raise money for research and to help find a cure for the disorder.

April 5, 2024

UNF enrolling more nursing students than ever

Source: News4Jax
With job growth turning out to be much stronger than expected, more students are enrolling in the UNF Nursing program than ever before.

April 5, 2024

Local, national leaders speak at Generation W event at UNF

Source: News4Jax
Industry and Jacksonville community leaders are set to speak at UNF during Generation W’s “Believe” summit.

April 4, 2024

UNF nets record number of donors on 2024 Giving Day

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
UNF’s 2024 annual Giving Day raised a record-breaking number of donors that gave more than double the amount raised last year.

April 4, 2024

Annual UNF MedNexus Innovation Challenge to be held at Palm Coast Community Center

Source: The City of Palm Coast
For the fourth consecutive year, the City of Palm Coast is set to host the UNF MedNexus Innovation Challenge.

April 4, 2024

UNF expert says ‘major US bridges could be vulnerable to ship collisions’

Source: CNN
Dr. Adel ElSafty discussed Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Bridge’s risk of collapse.

April 3, 2024

UNF professor discusses what to expect from upcoming eclipse

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Physics professor Dr. Jack Hewitt explains what Jacksonville can expect from Monday’s solar eclipse.

April 1, 2024

UNF engineering expert says ‘no, the Hart Bridge is not at-risk’

Source: First Coast News
After the bridge collapse in Baltimore, engineer Dr. Adel ElSafty confirms that Jacksonville’s Hart Bridge is not at-risk.

March

March 26, 2024

After Baltimore collapse, UNF civil engineer talks about measures keeping Jacksonville’s bridges safe

Source: News4Jax
Civil engineer Dr. Adel ElSafty discusses possible causes for the Baltimore collapse and the safety measures set in place for Jacksonville’s bridges.

March 26, 2024

UNF economist’s research reveals slow growth in working-age immigrants reduces U.S. economic growth

Source: Forbes
New research by economist Dr. Madeline Zavodny finds that America’s economic growth could be boosted by an increase in the working-age foreign-born population.

March 25, 2024

Celebrate 100 Years at MOCA Jacksonville’s Centennial Gala: A Walk on the Wild Side

Source: JAX Chamber
MOCA Jacksonville will host a Centennial Gala to celebrate the museum’s century-old legacy of creativity and community.

March 22, 2024

UNF students preparing to do experiments with high-altitude balloon during April’s solar eclipse

Source: Action News Jax
The “Great North American Solar Eclipse” is fast approaching and UNF science students are preparing to do experiments with a high-altitude balloon.

March 21, 2024

UNF expert discusses why a new report says Americans under 30 aren’t happy

Source: News4Jax
Psychologist Dr. Tracy Alloway says people under 30 have a lower happiness rating due to comparing themselves to others.

March 21, 2024

Jacksonville pianist explores what it means to be human on new jazz record

Source: The Florida Times-Union
Pianist Lynne Arriale, professor of jazz studies and director of small business ensembles at UNF, will hold a release party for her new record.

March 18, 2024

ABC names UNF among 2024 Construction Management Competition winners

Source: Associated Builder and Contractors
Associated Builder and Contractors has named UNF’s ABC Florida First Coast chapter as one of the 2024 Construction Management Competition winners.

March 15, 2024

UNF expert discusses how redistricting could determine which party controls the US House

Source: CNN
Political scientist Dr. Nick Seabrook talks about how state redistricting could determine which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives.

March 14, 2024

UNF economic survey shows manufacturing expanding in Jacksonville

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey which reflects positive local business expansions.

March 13, 2024

UNF adjunct instructor celebrated among 40 Under 40 honorees

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
Economist Dr. Audrienna Burgin was named one of this year’s 40 Under 40 honorees.

March 12, 2024

UNF scholar reviews recent developments in the United States

Source: Environmental Rights Review
Political scientist Dr. Josh Gellers discusses recent events in Utah and Alabama on nonhuman personhood.

March 12, 2024

Lawmakers add UNF’s expansion plans to state budget

Source: The Florida Times-Union
In an effort to increase enrollment, construction of UNF’s student academic building will be funded by the state budget.

March 11, 2024

Local historian: A perspective on Black Reconstruction in Jacksonville after the Civil War

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF emeritus professor of history Dr. James Crooks reviews Black reconstruction in Jacksonville after the Civil War.

March 8, 2024

UNF professor shares insight on NYPD using social media

Source: Associated Press
Criminologist Dr. Michael Hallet shares his expertise on NYPD’s usage of social media.

March 7, 2024

UNF’s Hayt Invitational, Players Championship building a strong relationship

Source: The Florida Times-Union
The 32nd annual invitational golf tournament named for UNF booster John Hayt will be cross-promoted by The Players, PGA Tour.

March 7, 2024

MOCA’s newest installation created in honor of museum’s centennial

Source: The Ponte Vedra Recorder
MOCA marked its 100th year in style with an enormous installation by artist Frank Stella and notable speakers.

March 6, 2024

UNF Division of Continuing Education partners with Applied Technology Academy to launch IT and cybersecurity training

Source: EIN Presswire
UNF Division of Continuing Education announced the launch of comprehensive training in high-demand technological fields with Applied Technology Academy.

March 6, 2024

“Legacy of Leaders” with Matthew Ohlson of UNF

Source: Daily News Network
Dr. Matthew Ohlson, Taylor Leadership Institute director, talked about the program’s goal of helping students become capable and confident leaders.

March 3, 2024

UNF seeks more community partners as its undergraduate research expands in Jacksonville

Source: The Florida Times-Union
As UNF grows and continues to develop as an R2 research university, the Office of Undergraduate Research is actively seeking new community partnerships.

March 1, 2024

UNF expert provides advice about best money market accounts

Source: WalletHub
UNF professor of finance Dr. Oliver Schnusenberg shared his expertise about money market accounts.

February

February 25, 2024

UNF Lend-a-Wing advisor discusses food insecurity among college students

Source: Flagler College Gargoyle
UNF Lend-a-Wing Pantry advisor and student affairs coordinator Madison Smith discusses the causes and impact of college food insecurity.

February 21, 2024

“Making A Difference” with Matthew Ohlson of the Taylor Leadership Institute at UNF

Source: Daily News Network
Dr. Matthew Ohlson, Taylor Leadership Institute director, talked about the meaning of leadership and TLI’s goal of helping students become change-makers in the community.

February 20, 2024

MOCA Jacksonville’s executive director talks about the museum’s 100-year history and celebration

Source: First Coast News
Caitlín Doherty was invited to talk about MOCA’s history and 100-year celebration.

February 20, 2024

UNF offers continuing education study abroad course in central Italy

Source: Action News Jax
UNF’s Division of Continuing Education and the Brooks College of Health is a 6-week continuing education study abroad course open to the public and adults of any age.

February 19, 2024

The importance of academic research

Source: First Coast Connect
UNF’s Office of Undergraduate Research director Dr. Judy Ochrietor and biology student Alex Bartkowiak discuss the importance of academic research.

February 19, 2024

UNF professor named a 2024 PCI Fellow

Source: Informed Infrastructure
Civil engineer Dr. Adel ElSafty is one of eleven members honored as a 2024 Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Fellow.

February 17, 2024

UNF’s new baseball coach talks about expectations for the upcoming season

Source: Action Sports Jax
UNF baseball coach Joe Mercadante discusses the upcoming season.

February 14, 2024

UNF sculpture exhibit at Jacksonville International Airport

Source: News4Jax
Work by student artists will be on display in the Sky Gallery in the courtyard through April 30.

February 14, 2024

UNF plans to grow enrollment over next five years

Source: The Florida Times-Union
UNF officials are nursing dramatic plans to grow enrollment by nearly 50 percent over five years, reaching 25,000 students by 2028.

February 13, 2024

UNF professor shares expertise about accounting for licensure

Source: Harvard Law School Center on the Legal Profession
Accounting professor Dr. Mark Dawkins discussed the licensure process to become an accountant.

February 13, 2024

UNF economic report shows optimistic expansion

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
Economist Dr. Albert Loh discusses the results of the recent UNF Jacksonville Economic Monitoring Survey which reveal that local manufacturers are more optimistic about business conditions.

February 12, 2024

UNF ranked as one of the ‘Best Online Programs’ by U.S. News & World Report

Source: Action News Jax
UNF has earned high rankings in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 Best Online Programs list.

February 9, 2024

UNF breaks ground for new Honors Residence Hall

Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
UNF broke ground on an Honors Residence Hall and living-learning community that will house more than 500 students and open in fall 2025.

February 3, 2024

Educating entrepreneurs: How UNF is looking to create the next generation of business leaders

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
The Coggin College of Business aims to tie students interested in starting businesses with local connections.

February 2, 2024

UNF VP selected as a 2024 Women of Influence honoree

Source: Jacksonville Business Journal
Teresa Nichols, vice president of University Development and Alumni Engagement for UNF, has been named a Woman of Influence.

February 1, 2024

UNF expert breaks down 3 ways to show support for others, improve mood

Source: News4Jax
Psychologist Dr. Tracy Alloway breaks down how you can help support others and improve your own moral.

January

January 31, 2024