As a reminder of this year’s 140th anniversary, this collage of early campus buildings was given as a Stetson Presentation Day souvenir in 1900. Buildings include DeLand Hall, Elizabeth Hall, the Elizabeth Hall Chapel, Sampson Hall and Stetson Hall.
Continue ReadingEditor’s note: For comprehensive information about the history of Stetson University, go here. Did you know? Really, did you know? Here’s a brief collection of miscellaneous facts through the decades that might surprise you: 1880s 1887: The Stetson Reporter, Florida’s first college newspaper, is published for the first time. 1890s 1894: Stetson played its first football game — […]
Continue ReadingStetson University has been named a College of Distinction for the 2023-2024 academic year, marking its commitment to providing a high-quality undergraduate education that focuses on hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, a vibrant campus life and successful outcomes. The Colleges of Distinction’s selection process includes in-depth research and detailed interviews with the school, accepting only those […]
Continue ReadingWhen Elizabeth Skomp, PhD, arrived at Stetson in mid-2019 as Dean, her singular priority was guiding the College of Arts and Sciences. An expert in Russian language and literature — and a professor of World Languages and Cultures (Russian) — Skomp also possessed extensive experience in faculty development, curriculum management, inclusion and diversity, grants, research, and […]
Continue ReadingRev. Todd F. Campbell Jr. is joining Stetson University in August as the University Chaplain and director of Religious and Spiritual Life. He will arrive in campus after most recently serving as associate chaplain for Christian and Interfaith Life at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota. The University Chaplain and director of Religious and Spiritual […]
Continue ReadingAdvice for you: Students already on campus — the real experts — share their insight about making the transition to Stetson
Continue ReadingTwelve members of Stetson’s faculty recently earned tenure and/or promotion — with the new ranks beginning in August with the start of the 2023-2024 academic year
Continue ReadingArt history major Lily Paternoster ’23 presented her most recent research paper at the prestigious WorldCUR (Congress of Undergraduate Research) conference, April 3-6, at the University of Warwick in England. The research paper theorizes the impact of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat’s merchandise on his legacy. How prestigious was the conference? So hot, in fact, that the newly established […]
Continue ReadingStetson President Christopher F. Roellke, PhD, announced Thursday that Jeffery T. Gates, LPD, will serve as the university’s new Senior Vice President for Enrollment and Marketing, following a nationwide search. Gates is currently Senior Vice President for Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Success at Utica University in Utica, New York, and will begin his new […]
Continue ReadingMeet seven students who are defying college odds and, in effect, multiplying the chances of success for others — while also putting their university to the test
Continue ReadingAn active spring semester for the Centurion Sales Competition Team resulted in plenty of success
Continue ReadingThis academic year has brought a new and invigorated focus on employer interaction on campus — with students benefitting from internship and career opportunities. One tangible result: The graduating class of 2022 has achieved a success rate (percent of students employed or seeking additional education) of 91%. For example, what began in May 2022 as […]
Continue ReadingStetson University History department and Jewish Studies department are excited to host this annual lecture and luncheon
Continue ReadingStetson University in the News is a weekly roundup of media coverage that mentions Stetson, its faculty, students, staff and alumni
Continue ReadingEach day during February, Stetson will highlight a different reason for the university to celebrate Black History Month
Continue ReadingThanks to the generosity of hundreds of Hatters, the office of Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving more than tripled the number of donors from 2021’s Giving Tuesday — raising more than $54,000 in one day for Stetson University and its students. This includes meeting the entire $25,000 match from the Jessie Ball duPont Fund. Matching […]
Continue ReadingBuilt in 1892, Chaudoin Hall still cuts a striking figure across from the Carlton Union Building. With a north wing added in 1894 and the south wing in 1935, Chaudoin was designed in Colonial Revival style with multiple dormers, gambrel roof and ornate windows. It has served as home to thousands of Stetson women over […]
Continue ReadingStetson students are ready for the 2022 Annual Public Stock Showcase
Continue ReadingThe entire Hatter community is looking forward to great times and making great memories
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