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Men’s, women’s basketball set records

  Stetson fans are in “hoops heaven” according to one local sports writer. And why wouldn’t they be? Both men’s and women’s teams are at the top of their games. Men’s Basketball In the fifth episode of Inside the Arc, Stetson men’s basketball head coach Casey Alexander talked to Dan Forcella about the recent success of the Hatters, what […]

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British author to speak at Stetson Jan. 23

Stetson University will feature internationally renowned author Geoff Dyer as the James Turner Butler Creative Lecturer for 2013. This special event, scheduled for 8 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 23, in Lee Chapel, inside Elizabeth Hall, 421 N. Woodland Blvd., on Stetson’s DeLand campus, is open to the public at no charge. Dyer will read from his […]

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Rip Patton, Freedom Rider, part of MLK schedule

Beatings, bombings did not deter Freedom Riders from their Civil Rights quest When Ernest “Rip” Patton Jr. was a 21-year-old Tennessee State University student and the drum major in the marching band in 1961, he made the life-altering decision to become a Freedom Rider. In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Patton will be […]

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Stetson Women’s Basketball defeats Mercer

The Stetson women’s basketball team began Atlantic Sun Conference play Monday with a convincing 74-41 victory over host Mercer at Hawkins Arena in Macon, Ga. Victoria McGowan and Sasha Sims each scored 21 points as the Hatters (8-4, 1-0 A-Sun) won for the seventh time in their last eight games. “I really liked our defense, […]

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Trustee Emeritus Mark Hollis passes away

Mark C. Hollis, Stetson University Trustee Emeritus, passed away Dec. 7, 2012, in Lakeland, Fla. He was 78. A 1956 graduate of Stetson, Hollis served on the Stetson University Board of Trustees for 30 years, beginning in 1979, and served as chair from 1993-94, and again from 1996-98. He received the title of Trustee Emeritus […]

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Values commitments revisited

Building upon the legacy of former President Doug Lee, Stetson President Wendy Libby initiated a process that has rearticulated and invigorated Stetson’s commitment to fundamental human values. She tasked American Studies Professor Emily Mieras and Vice President of Student Affairs Chris Kandus-Fisher with establishing the framework for moving forward. Their work led to the creation […]

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Human Resources Moves to Historic Allen House

If you’re looking for Stetson University Human Resources you will now have to look west across the Boulevard in the Allen House. The building formerly occupied by Public Relations and Communications has undergone an extensive renovation and is now home to Human Resources and the Budget Office. “HR is very excited and happy to be […]

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Stetson University to purchase University Inn

When Stetson University came to Hina and Sara Patel, principal owners/operators of the University Inn, and expressed an interest in leasing the property for up to three years for the university’s planned increase in undergraduate student population, they told Stetson Vice President for Business and Chief Financial Officer Bob Huth that they would be more […]

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Events you won’t want to miss this week

International Education Week Nov. 12-16 – World: International Learning is hosting many events throughout the week for Stetson students, faculty and staff. Be sure to check out the schedule for the week. Conquer your speaking jitters with SpeakFeast, Monday, Nov. 12, 5-6:30 p.m., in NightLites, above the Bookstore. Thank you for smoking will be shown […]

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Greenfeather helps 10 community partners

Greenfeather 2012 took Stetson’s campus by storm this year. Sixteen teams of students participated in a variety of different events, Oct. 29-Nov. 4, to raise money and awareness for local non-profit organizations. Not only was Greenfeather 2012 successful, it was record-breaking. The fundraiser, which was originally designed in 1952, had the highest student turn-out ever. […]

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Welcome home, Hatter Alumni!

This weekend is Stetson University’s HOMECOMING 2012 – the first fall Homecoming in 50 years, when Hatter Football was part of life at Stetson. Homecoming events include the 22nd Annual Wes Berner Golf Tournament, the Food and Wine Festival, Opera, Football, a Comedy Show, Theatre, Baseball, Softball, a Food Truck Bazaar and Pre-Game Party, Class […]

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Hatter Homecoming 2012 Nov. 2-4

Stetson University will celebrate its first fall Homecoming in 50 years, Nov. 2-4, in anticipation of the return of football to Stetson. Greenfeather, a long-time community engagement tradition at Stetson, in which many student organizations on campus participate in events to raise funds for local non-profit organizations, is in progress this week as well. To […]

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Zipcar comes to Stetson Friday

  Zipcar is coming to Stetson beginning Friday, Nov. 2, providing an inexpensive way to ‘share’ a car without having to worry about gas or insurance. Founded in 1999, Zipcar is the world’s largest membership-based, car-sharing company, providing cars on-demand. Car sharing is a pay-per-use system, which has the effect of significantly altering driving behavior. […]

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Greenfeather, Homecoming fill the coming days

Stetson’s annual participation in Greenfeather begins this week. Many student organizations on campus will be participating in events throughout the week that promote and raise funds for local non-profit organizations. Then on top of that, Homecoming 2012 begins next Friday, Nov. 2! Enjoy yourselves while helping others in full Hatter spirit! Here are some of […]

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Senator to visit campus Oct. 24

On Wednesday, Oct. 24, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-FL) will be visiting Stetson University’s DeLand campus to discuss the importance of civic engagement in our society. “We’re excited for the opportunity to host Senator Nelson on our campus,” said Kevin Winchell, assistant director of Community Engagement. “Senator Nelson’s long and distinguished record of public service […]

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Hold on to your hats for the Week Ahead!

Hold on to your hats, Hatters, because the next two weeks are jam-packed with fun and exciting events! This week starts off with the last round of Presidential Debates. Thanks to the Center of Community Engagement and Stetson Votes, we will be able to watch President Obama and Governor Romney in their last debate before […]

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Fall semester is half-way over!

Fall break signals the time for a brief respite after mid-term exams. But, with Homecoming 2012 right around the corner, one has to realize that rest is way overrated! Once classes resume Monday morning, the Stetson community will be humming with many things to do, including public lectures, discussion opportunities, musical concerts, Hatter sports, Greenfeather Week […]

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Retired Philosophy Professor Completes Life Work

Stetson’s Philosophy Department celebrated the completion of The International Kierkegaard Commentary, a 24-volume series about the 19th century Christian Existentialist philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, with an intimate reception last week for the prolific author. Dr. Robert L. Perkins, retired senior professor emeritus of Philosophy at Stetson University, recently completed the last volume, after spending nearly three […]

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Whose Line is it Anyway! improv stars to perform at Stetson Homecoming

Stetson University’s first fall Homecoming in nearly 50 years is less than a month away. This year’s Homecoming, Nov. 2-4, 2012, will feature many changes and plenty of opportunities to celebrate Stetson’s Hatter pride. This year’s celebrations, which will kick off with the annual Greenfeather, the week-long philanthropy competition, will include a brand new Hatter […]

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Mostly Green Halloween at Gillespie Museum

Stetson University’s Gillespie Museum will host the 4th annual “Mostly Green Halloween,” 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 27. One of the museum’s monthly Science Saturdays, this event offers a showcase of hands-on activities and experiments demonstrating mysterious and unusual animal behaviors and plant habits to children of all ages. This annual event gives […]

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