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Stetson law school commencement is May 14
Mary Anne Rogers May 13, 2016

Roderick L. Ireland, the first African-American chief justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, will deliver Stetson law school’s commencement address at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, in the Plaza Mayor courtyard on Stetson’s Gulfport campus, 1401 61st St. South. When he was appointed an associate justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court in […]

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An Octave Above
Mary Anne Rogers May 11, 2016

Graduate Ian Morin departs Stetson with broadened musical range and a new personal tone. Ian Morin was all set to attend DePaul University in Chicago. Excellent music institution. Great cultural city. Wonderful chance to make a mark away from his Deltona, Fla., home. In the end, however, while convenience and expenses also were key components […]

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Soaring to Success: Jaime Fields
Mary Anne Rogers May 10, 2016

When looking at Jaime Fields’ impressive list of accomplishments at Stetson University, one has to wonder how the senior from Fort Wayne, Ind., manages to do it all. Fields, in typical fashion, has the answer: stay ambitious and focused. “My success has been mainly attributed to my dedication towards reaching my goals,” she says. “I […]

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Stetson University Commencement to Set New Record
Mary Anne Rogers May 4, 2016

Stetson University’s 2016 Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 7, will be its 130th and is expected to set two new records. The university is graduating its largest class with 830 graduates, which comprises 674 undergraduate and 156 master degree candidates. Stetson also will hold its first outdoor ceremony since the 1970s at Spec Martin Memorial […]

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A Shining Star: Whitney Meyers
Mary Anne Rogers May 1, 2016

Four years ago, Whitney Meyers was the first official recruit and signee for Stetson University’s inaugural 2012 lacrosse team. It was a leap of faith she has never regretted. “At the time when I signed to play for Stetson there was one coach, no teammates, no locker room, and no field,” explained the Ponte Vedra […]

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Faculty Awarded Tenure, Promotion 2016-17
Mary Anne Rogers April 29, 2016

  Nine members of Stetson University’s faculty have recently earned tenure and/or promotion. The new status for these faculty will be effective August 2016 with the start of the 2016-2017 academic year. “It is an honor and a pleasure to celebrate the accomplishments of these teacher-scholars,” said Provost Elizabeth Paul, who made the announcement. “I […]

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Leading with Cause: Christina Canalizo
Mary Anne Rogers April 27, 2016

Blending passion with purpose can lead to great outcomes and Stetson University senior Christina Canalizo certainly knows a thing or two about leading with conviction of heart. As founder and president of SASA (Students Against Sexual Assault) on campus, she’s helped victims find their voice and regain their confidence. “Since I founded the organization my […]

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Graduating seniors selected to speak at 2016 Commencement
Mary Anne Rogers April 22, 2016

Outstanding students will take the podium at Stetson Commencement. At Stetson University, the focus has always been on students and their education journey. At the 2016 Commencement Ceremony on May 7, that commitment remains the same. Speeches will be given by students — outstanding achievers — to their graduating classmates. Although typically seen elsewhere at […]

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