LUNAFEST is a traveling film festival of independent, short films for and about women and made by women. The films range from comedy to heart-wrenching trauma about serious topics—not for the faint-of-heart. In addition to showcasing talented independent women filmmakers, LUNAFEST also organizes fundraisers for non-profit organizations with the hope of raising money and awareness […]
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The headlines are clear: religion is on the decline in North America as many people leave behind traditional religious practices. Stetson University’s Christian Theology guest lecturer, Diana Butler Bass, Ph.D., will tackle this complex issue in her lecture, “God in a Post-Religious Time,” Thursday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Stetson’s Department of Religious Studies, […]
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Stetson University moves forward in creating A Diverse Community of Inclusive Excellence.
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Top Stories: • The article, “Stetson University graduates find success after college,” was picked up Jan. 28, innews media outlets, including WTRF.com and KTEN.com. • Chris Ferguson, Ph.D., associate professor and chair, Department of Psychology, Los Angeles Times, Jan. 28: “Are Video Games Too Violent?” • Law Professor Paul Boudreaux wrote the opinion article for […]
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New survey shows 91 percent of Hatters employed or continuing their education A college education is one of the most important investments a student can make. New data show a Stetson University education could be an even wiser move. After surveying 542 graduates, Stetson University found 91 percent of the 2015 graduating class are employed or […]
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Stetson University’s Department of Education has prepared aspiring teachers for the career of their choice, by providing ongoing field experience or internships working in real classrooms with elementary school students in schools across Central Florida. The majority of senior internships are in Volusia County schools, but some schools are located in Seminole, Orange and Osceola […]
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Moving Commencement 2016 outside allows more people to attend.
Continue ReadingTop Stories: Valrie Chambers, Ph.D., associate professor of accounting at Stetson University, published an article in AICPA Insights on Jan. 14, regarding helping clients avoid ACA surprises. Matthew Wilson, Ed.D., associate professor of sport business, participated with MSN News on Jan. 18 in researching contracts of college sports coaches. KPCC-FM Online posted an article written […]
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If adaptability in today’s world is the name of the game, then Robert Kegan, Ph.D., holds the tools to the rules. “Dr. Kegan’s expertise is with adult learners,” explained Resche Hines, Ph.D., assistant vice president of Institutional Research and Effectiveness at Stetson University. “He has helped hundreds of institutions deal with change. And his personality […]
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CNN Producer Alexis Weed gives Stetson media students a glimpse into the fast-paced world of journalism. There is a special glamour to broadcast news. The poise of the anchors, the polish of the script and the unceasing drama. Whether or not we like what we hear from our televisions, united we watch—transfixed by the magic […]
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. charged our world to lives of service when he stated, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” To commemorate Dr. King’s vision for peace and justice, Stetson University’s Center for Community Engagement and Cross Cultural Center are partnering with local organizations to host […]
Continue ReadingTop Stories: •Charles Rose, Director, Center for Excellence in Advocacy; Professor of Excellence in Trial Advocacy, shared his thoughts on the FBI’s decision to keep evidence from the San Bernardino shooting sealed, as reported by MyInforms.com and The Press Enterprise on Jan. 8. •Alan Green, Ph. D., Assistant Professor and Chair of Economics Director of […]
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While navigating the challenges offered by your next level of courses, plotting your course across campus has just become easier, courtesy of new sidewalks and parking lots.
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Members of Stetson’s 1969-70 men’s basketball team will be honored at halftime of Saturday’s game against NJIT. Tip-off for the game is 3:30 p.m. at Edmunds Center. Saturday is one day shy of the 46th anniversary of arguably the greatest win in program history. The Hatters defeated 18th-ranked Louisville, 87-80, on Jan. 17, 1970, in […]
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Multiple student groups from Stetson University spent several weeks last semester volunteering to help rebuild Freedom Playground, a favorite play area for local children of all ages. After 20 years of wear and tear and the extremes of Florida weather, the playground had fallen into decline and had to be demolished. But, just as it had […]
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The Lyonia Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society (FNPS) is offering a seed-collecting and seed-sowing workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 7 p.m., in the Rinker Environmental Learning Center (RELC), Stetson University. Local organic gardener Pauline Coppello, of Pauline’s Lucky Market Garden, along with Nicki Cheslow, student coordinator of Stetson’s Seed Library, will lead […]
Continue ReadingTop Stories: • Law Professor Ciara Torres-Spelliscy is quoted in the Dec. 21 SCOTUSblog Monday round-up discussing a petition for review filed by chocolate giant Nestlé in a case that “arose when several John Does from Cote D’Ivoire in Africa sued Nestlé for aiding and abetting their enslavement as children.” She is also quoted in […]
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Aspiring and established writers alike will have an amazing opportunity to hone their craft and travel the globe with a brand new residency program being launched at Stetson University in January 2016. “We are bringing in amazing instructors and visiting writers for our first master of fine arts residency in January,” explained Mark Powell, associate […]
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2015 is in the books. For Stetson University it was one for the books. With great pride, let us reflect on our accomplishments. 2016 – bring it on!
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The Stetson University Christmas Candlelight concert will air on 90.7 FM WMFE public radio, on Friday, Dec. 25, and Saturday, Dec. 26. This concert features Stetson University’s Concert Choir and Stetson Men, Timothy Peter, conductor, and the Stetson University Women’s Chorale, Andrew Larson, conductor, including student instrumentalists from the Chamber Orchestra and Symphonic Band. Peter […]
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