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 […]
Continue ReadingCNN 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 […]
Continue ReadingDr. 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 […]
Continue ReadingWhile 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.
Continue ReadingMembers 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 […]
Continue ReadingMultiple 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 […]
Continue ReadingThe 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 […]
Continue ReadingAspiring 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 […]
Continue Reading2015 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!
Continue ReadingThe 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 […]
Continue ReadingWinter Break is a great time to visit Stetson University. Contact Admissions at (800) 688-0101 and schedule a campus tour.
Continue ReadingTop Stories: On Dec. 16, Stetson graduate Jonathan Canalizo was featured in an article on Fortune titled “Brokers and Advisers Fight For Millennials’ Money.” The Dec. 13 Tampa Tribune reported that Law Professor Joseph Morrissey is suing the federal government for denying him a tax benefit for medical deductions for using a surrogate to conceive […]
Continue ReadingStetson University has selected Bruce Chong as its new vice president for marketing and communications, effective Nov. 4. He will lead the university’s marketing, communications and public relations efforts. Chong takes the position previously held by Gregory Carroll who retired last month after six years at Stetson. Chong comes to Stetson from South University where […]
Continue ReadingStetson’s chapter of Phi Mu Alpha (PMA), a national music fraternity, reached a high note that echoed across the community by developing, designing and marketing the Chili for Charity cook-off. The event raised nearly $2,200, a portion of which went to Sinfonia Educational Foundation, whose mission is to, “advance music in America by supporting scholarship, […]
Continue ReadingLadies and gentlemen, once again it’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. With those holiday greetings and happy meetings when friends come to call, it’s the hap-happiest season of all. But most important of all, it is the time to reflect on what truly matters in life, especially when you are traveling to meet […]
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Continue ReadingTop Stories: • Pensions & Investments posted an article featuring Stetson’s plans to overhaul its investments lineup on Dec. 4. • Rabbi Barry Altman, adjunct professor of religious studies, wrote an article in the Daytona Beach News-Journal on Dec. 4 titled “Hanukkah calls faithful to rededicate selves to ideals.” • On Dec. 9, The Daytona […]
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