UNF - College of Arts and Sciences

Congratulations to Dr. John Hatle, Professor of Biology, on being named the 2024 Undergraduate Research Mentor of the Year by the Office of Undergraduate Research - UNF University of North Florida! Haley Peters, the student who nominated him, wrote, “Dr. Hatle has a true passion for student success which is demonstrated through his clear effort in aligning research projects with students’ interests. Each individual experience under Dr. Hatle is unique but shares a common characteristic of being supported by a mentor who has an earnest interest in your development as a student." Dr. Hatle's award was presented as part of the 2024 Showcase of Osprey Achievements in Research and Scholarship (SOARS), held on Friday, April 19. Congratulations, Dr. Hatle, on this impressive achievement! #UNF #MentorOfTheYear #StudentSuccess #Biology #ResearchExcellence

Congratulations to our recent UNF School of Communication graduate Grace Velez for winning a National Gracies Award by the Alliance of Women in Media! The Gracie Awards recognize exemplary programming created by women, for women, and about women in all facets of media and entertainment. Congratulations Grace! We can't wait to see what you do next!

🌟🎉 Congratulations to Rachel Paul, a fourth-year Political Science student, for being named one of 137 college students selected for the Student Voting Honor Roll this spring by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge! 🌟🎉 As a Campus Compact Newman Fellow, she has successfully united various campus groups, administrators, faculty, and community members to collect data, secure written pledges, and meet with the local Supervisor of Elections to establish a polling place on our campus. 🗳️🙌 We are very proud of Rachel's achievements and her unwavering commitment to civic engagement and student leadership. Keep up the fantastic work, Rachel! ✨ Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eCYWGph3

🌍✨ Congratulations to COAS alumni and Foreign Service Officer Jack Bisase on his outstanding career journey! Since joining the U.S. Department of State nearly a decade ago, Jack has held posts in the Dominican Republic, Laos, and more, making a significant impact globally. In his current role as a Public Diplomacy Desk Officer for Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands, Jack supports a variety of diplomatic initiatives, helping to bridge communications and promote programs that make a difference in people's lives. Jack’s path from studying classical voice to discovering his passion for international relations is a testament to the transformative power of education and perseverance. We are proud to have him as a part of the UNF community, and we celebrate his dedication to mentoring and inspiring our students. During his recent visit to Jacksonville, he participated in the Diverse Perspective Series event and spoke to students about careers in the federal government, continuing to give back to the community that helped shape his career. Learn more about Jack and his visit here: https://lnkd.in/eMQNrjGh #UNFProud #GlobalOsprey #Diplomacy #Mentorship #CareerInspiration #ForeignService

This spring we launched the "Anatomy in 3D" course at UNF, a collaboration with the Mayo Clinic. Taught by Dr. M. Laura Habegger, Assistant Professor of Biology, and Dr. Grant Bevill, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering, this innovative course offers biology and engineering students hands-on experience in the burgeoning field of 3D medical printing. Professor Habegger notes that this course could significantly enhance students' prospects in 3D medical printing labs. We look forward to seeing the impact of this class on our students' futures! #UNF #MayoClinic #3DPrinting #AnatomyIn3D #Biology #Engineering

Planning a beach trip this weekend? Be sure to visit the UNF Seaside Sculpture Park! This project is a transformative opportunity for our students. Each participant presents their small sculpture models to a committee of UNF faculty, community members, and the Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville. Selected students receive scholarships to fabricate and install their pieces as large-scale outdoor works. Supported by MountainStar Capital, the Lazzara Family Foundation, and the City of Jacksonville Beach, this initiative marks the fifth art installation by UNF undergraduate sculpture students since the park's opening in 2016. Witness the creativity and skill of our talented students on display! #UNF #SeasideSculpturePark #StudentArt #JacksonvilleBeach #ArtInstallation

Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July! 🎆

🐬🚤 As we enjoy the water this weekend, let's remember the importance of boater safety for ourselves and marine life. Dr. Quincy Gibson, Director of the UNF Dolphin Research Team and biology associate professor, recently spoke at an event with representatives from the Mayor’s Office, Coast Guard, North Florida Marine Association, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Waterways Commission, Jacksonville University, and more. 🐾 Dr. Gibson, who has studied local dolphins since 2011, highlighted the recent rise in dolphins being killed by boat strikes in the St. Johns River. With dolphin breeding season from April to October, it's crucial to be extra vigilant. Newborn calves are especially vulnerable as they are still learning to swim and dive. Dr. Gibson urges boaters to slow down and keep a continuous lookout for wildlife. 🌊

🚀 Exciting News! Dr. Marina Kounkel, an assistant professor of astrophysics, has received a $500K grant from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration to collaborate with Vanderbilt University on a groundbreaking study of young eclipsing binary stars. 🌌 Eclipsing binaries are invaluable astrophysical laboratories that offer insights into their size, mass, temperature, orbits, and more. This study aims to greatly enhance our understanding of these systems, providing an unprecedented opportunity to examine how stellar and orbital properties evolve with age. Understanding the age of stars contributes to our greater knowledge of the universe and our place within it. 🌟 #UNF #Astrophysics #NASA 

MOCA Jacksonville has selected Elysa Adams as their 2024 UNF Student Artist-in-Residence! Elysa, a Jacksonville native, is majoring in Printmaking, Painting, and Drawing with a minor in Psychology at UNF. Her multidisciplinary art reveals the hardships and celebrates the resilience and excellence within the Moncrief community. Through various mediums, Elysa engages in vital conversations, creating visually striking and thought-provoking works. Join us for her solo exhibition, Voices of Moncrief, now through September 8, 2024. Elysa's journey from a UNF Psychology major to a Fine Arts major at UNF showcases her dedication and passion for art. #UNF #MOCA #ArtExhibition