Stetson University and the Florida-Colombia Partners of the Americas, marking 50 years of connecting, serving and changing lives in the Americas, will sponsor a public forum on Climate Change and Environmental Stewardship, on Friday, April 4, on Stetson’s DeLand campus. The all-day forum, open to the public, free of charge, will be held from 9 […]
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Author: Mary Anne Rogers
The winningest season in Stetson women’s basketball history came to an end Sunday, March 23, 2014, as host USF downed the Hatters 75-56 in the second round of the WNIT at the Sun Dome. Brianti Saunders led the way with 16 points, but the Hatters (27-8) shot just 32 percent from the floor and 18 […]
Continue ReadingTickets are still available for members of the public and the Stetson community for Stetson University’s second TEDxStetsonU event, Friday, March 28 from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Allen Hall, 508 N. Woodland Blvd., on Stetson’s DeLand campus. The theme for the event will be Significance in Action: Creating Learning, Innovation and Happiness. You can purchase […]
Continue ReadingCongratulations to Stetson’s grand prize winner, senior Sage Gallarano, pictured holding her two annual passes to Universal Studios for her participation in the recent Map-Works survey. The Office of Student Success would like to thank all students for their participation in completing the Map-Works survey. “The feedback is important and will help us better serve Stetson […]
Continue ReadingStetson University will conduct a panel discussion on the role of emerging media and its effects on professional sports. “The Role of Emerging Media in Professional Sports,” sponsored by the Sport Business Program and the Roberson Lecture Series, and open to the public, free of charge, will take place at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 27, […]
Continue ReadingDan Gunderson, professor of art at Stetson University for 38 years, will open his latest, unique art exhibit at a public opening reception on Friday, March 21, at 6 p.m., at the Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland, Fla. The “Site Specific” exhibition featuring the works of two outstanding artists from Central Florida, including the […]
Continue ReadingMaps influence how we see the world, and are generally thought to be reality in some form. On Thursday evening, March 20, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m., Barbara Bischof, Ph.D. (pictured), visiting professor of geography and environmental science at Stetson University, will talk about what we can learn about changing perceptions of the sea through historic […]
Continue ReadingStetson University and the Artists and Lecturers Committee will present one of America’s most distinguished artistic figures, composer and pianist John Harbison (pictured), in a series of presentations and a public performance on Stetson’s DeLand campus, Wednesday and Thursday, March 26 and 27. On Wednesday, March 26, 6 p.m., Harbison will be part of a […]
Continue ReadingStetson University mezzo-soprano Mallory Sekel will perform her senior recital on Saturday, March 22, at 5:30 p.m. in Lee Chapel, inside Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd., on Stetson’s DeLand campus. All are invited to attend. Sekel has distinguished herself as winner of Stetson University’s prestigious H.M Giffin Vocal Competition in 2013, a regional winner […]
Continue ReadingThe University of Florida’s Brazilian music collective, “Jacaré Brazil” (or “Gator Brazil”), will perform on Stetson University’s DeLand campus on Friday, March 28, at 7 p.m. in Lee Chapel inside the historic Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd. The event is open to the public, free of charge, thanks to the sponsors: the Artists & […]
Continue ReadingAdam Liptak, a lawyer, author and New York Times Supreme Court correspondent, will address 260 graduates of Stetson University College of Law on May 17 in Gulfport, Fla. Stetson’s commencement takes place at 8:30 a.m. in the courtyard on the law school’s Gulfport campus, 1401 61st St. S. Liptak was a Pulitzer Prize finalist for his series […]
Continue ReadingIn 1932, Julia Ruth Stevens was a teenager with the most famous father in the world ─ Babe Ruth. Her parents stayed at St. Petersburg’s prestigious Rolyat Hotel, where the “Sultan of Swat” signed his legendary contract with the New York Yankees and stayed during spring training. According to an article in the 2001 St. Petersburg […]
Continue ReadingStetson University music major Lohengrin Velasquez will perform her senior cello recital on Sunday, March 30, at 7:30 p.m., in Lee Chapel, inside Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd, on Stetson’s DeLand campus. Lohengrin will perform two pieces with Andrew Moenning, piano, including a noted sonata for piano and cello by Ludwig van Beethoven, and […]
Continue ReadingFor the 16th time, U.S. News & World Report ranked Stetson University College of Law first in trial advocacy. Stetson also is ranked sixth in the nation for legal writing and is listed among the top 100 law schools in the country. “It goes without saying that the advocacy program at our College of Law […]
Continue ReadingIt’s that time of year again when Stetson faculty, staff and students can nominate the graduating senior you feel is the most deserving of the Stetson University senior awards. Your nominations will be tallied to ultimately determine who will be honored at this year’s commencement ceremonies. Nominations for two awards and three commencement speakers are […]
Continue ReadingUpon their return from their 2014 Spring Tour through five states, culminating at the Lincoln Center in New York City, members of the Stetson University Concert Choir will perform on the DeLand campus on Friday, March 14, 7:30 p.m., in Lee Chapel, inside Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd. Beginning Saturday, March 1, the first […]
Continue ReadingNews from SEAHO 2014 Conference: At the 50th anniversary conference of the Southeastern Association of Housing Officers (SEAHO), held in February in Louisville, Ky., Stetson University was well represented by attendees Ben Falter, executive director of Stetson’s Department of Housing and Residential Life, Monica Saldarriaga, coordinator for residential programs, and Colin MacFarlane, assistant director for […]
Continue ReadingRecent upgrades to the Stetson University mobile app, interactive map and online calendar of events have resulted in new features and functionality that enhance the user experience. Mobile app: The free Stetson University mobile app has been redesigned from the ground up and puts the university at your fingertips in more ways than ever before. […]
Continue ReadingThe Stetson University School of Music Faculty Chamber Recital scheduled for March 16, will feature musicians: Steinway Artist Michael Rickman, piano; Jean West, flute; Lynn Musco, clarinet; David Bjella, cello; and Tammara Phillips, flute. The concert will be 7:30 p.m., in Lee Chapel, inside Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd., on Stetson’s DeLand campus. The […]
Continue ReadingDid you know everyone has a blind spot in each eye or that in the brain there are about 100 billion neurons? Every time you move, think, breathe, or perceive, you rely on your nervous system! Come discover the exciting world of the neuroscience with Stetson University neuroscientists Camille Tessitore King, associate professor of psychology, […]
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