Photography exhibit kickoff and reception

SARASOTA, FL (September 8, 2008) - Refugee youth representing 8 different countries were given cameras to photograph their lives as they see them. Their photos beautifully represent their triumphs and struggles and visually depict their experiences.  Complete News

 

 

anna maria island offers courses for lifelong learning academy at usf sarasota-MANATEE

SARASOTA, FL (September 4, 2008) – This Fall, The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee’s Lifelong Learning Academy (formerly Academy of Lifelong Learning) will officially begin offering two courses on Anna Maria Island.  Complete News

 

 

former mcc president dr. sarah pappas to join usf sarasota-manatee staff

SARASOTA, FL (September 4, 2008) – Dr. Sarah Pappas, president emeritus of Manatee Community College (MCC), will join the staff of the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee, Chief Executive Officer Arthur Guilford announced Wednesday. Complete News

 

 

NEW DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AT USF SARASOTA-MANATEE

The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee is proud to welcome Barbara Bainbridge (McKinney) as Development Director in the Department of Advancement.  Complete News

 

 

manatee residents invited to participate in online health care survey

 

THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS MOVES UPWARD AND ONWARD WITH NEW ASSOCIATE DEAN

Ask Dr. Robert Anderson what he likes best about the Sarasota area and you won’t hear about the warm weather, the white sand beaches, or the fantastic dining.

 

In fact, ask him anything at all, and you’ll probably get an earful about the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee College of Business.  Complete News

 

 

voters can get answers at candidate debates

SARASOTA, FL (July 30, 2008) – Voters facing a long list of ballot choices in the August 26 primary election can become better informed about their choices at a series of candidate debates during early August presented by the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee’s Institute for Public Policy and Leadership (IPPL). Complete News

 

 

Usf featured in 2009 princeton review "best 368 colleges"

TAMPA, FL (July 30, 2008) – The University of South Florida is one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The Princeton Review. The New York-based education services company known for its test-prep courses features the college in the just-published 2009 edition of its annual book, "The Best 368 Colleges" (Random House). Only about 15 percent of America’s 2,500 four-year colleges and two Canadian colleges are in the book. The Princeton Review also posts the book's ranking lists on its Web site www.PrincetonReview.com at which users can read FAQs about the book.  Complete News

 

 

usf sarasota-manatee to hold commemorative dedication in honor of lester green, sr. vice president of construction at w.g. mills, inc.

SARASOTA, FL (July 17, 2008) – On Thursday, July 17, the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will hold a commemorative dedication in honor of Lester Green, whose last project as Senior Vice President of Construction at W.G. Mills, Inc. was the construction of the new USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. Complete News

 

 

usf sarasota-Manatee students attend national conference for college women student leaders

SARASOTA, FL (July 9, 2008) –  Four representatives of  the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee attended the 2008 American Association of University Women (AAUW) and National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) National Conference for College Women Student Leaders.  The conference was held June 5–7 and drew more than 500 students from across the nation to Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Complete News

 

 

USF Sarasota-manatee to dedicate vernon g. buchanan college of business wing in honor of gift

SARASOTA, FL (June 12, 2008) – On Monday, June 16, the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will celebrate the dedication of the Vernon G. Buchanan College of Business Wing in recognition of a generous gift made by Congressman Vern Buchanan. Complete News

 

 

new usf sarasota-manatee board member appointed

SARASOTA, FL (June 13, 2008) – The University of South Florida Board of Trustees announced Thursday that Rick Smith, managing partner of the Sarasota office of Christopher, Smith, Leonard, Bristow & Stanell, P.A., has been appointed to serve on the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee Campus Board. Complete News

 

 

sarasota bayfront sculpture finds new home on local university campus

SARASOTA, FL (June 9, 2008) – On Friday, June 6 at 9:30 a.m., the last sculpture that was previously displayed at Sarasota Bayfront as part of Sarasota’s “Season of Sculpture” moved to its new home on the USF Sarasota-Manatee campus. Complete News

 

 

manatee residents invited to participate in health care study and discussion

SARASOTA, FL (June 9, 2008) –Local residents will have an opportunity to share their views about health care in Manatee County at a series of town-hall meetings in various parts of the county sponsored by USF Sarasota-Manatee. Complete News

 

 

USF SARASOTA-MANATEE ANNOUNCES EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR FOR 2008

SARASOTA, FL (June 4, 2008) – The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee announced Hillary Bardwell, assistant director of Recruitment, and Diane Lewis, Communications and Marketing specialist, as Employees of the Year for 2008. Complete News

 

 

COURSE TEACHES ABOUT CIVILITY IN DEMOCRACY; STUDENTS HEAD TO CITY HALL

SARASOTA, FL (May 30, 2008) – As part of a local year-long program, “Civility in Democracy: Election 2008,” ten USF Sarasota-Manatee students are engaged in a Special Topics course addressing this issue and brainstorming about improving our democratic system.  As part of the class, on June 4 they will visit with Sarasota County Commissioner Kelly Kirschner, who will speak to them on the topic “Conflict Can Be Civil” at City Hall. Complete News

 

 

university vision not dampened by budget cuts

SARASOTA, FL (May 21, 2008) – Economic news today is filled with talk of the state university system, budget cuts, and economic shortfall.  But there is at least one glean of light for our hometown university, USF-Sarasota-Manatee. Complete News

 

 

Gulf Coast Community Foundation of venice, the north port chamber of commerce, and the city of north port invite the community to meet usf sarasota-manatee vp and ceo

SARASOTA, FL (May 6, 2008) – On Wednesday, May 14 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will hold a special event at the North Port City Hall to introduce CEO Dr. Arthur Guilford to the community and celebrate USF’s continued commitment  to the North Port area. Complete News

 

 

USF Sarasota-Manatee to confer 292 degrees at spring 2008 commencement

SARASOTA, FL (April 28, 2008) – This Sunday, May 4 at 2:00 p.m., the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will confer degrees upon 292 students at the Manatee Convention and Civic Center. Complete News

 

 

usf sarasota-manatee seeks sponsors for student internships in professional and technical  writing

SARASOTA, FL (April 14, 2008) – Students at USF Sarasota-Manatee will have an opportunity to apply for internships in professional and technical writing beginning in the fall 2008 semester.  Complete News

 

 

new york times editor to speak about election at usf sarasota-manatee

SARASOTA, FL (April 7, 2008) – On April 17 at 7:00 p.m. Robert B. Semple Jr., associate editor of The New York Times editorial page, will speak at a lecture entitled “Election Musings: A View from the New York Times.”  Complete News

 

 

experts discuss voting technology at lecture and luncheon

SARASOTA, FL (April 4, 2008) – At an April 17 luncheon event at the Ritz Carlton, three prominent experts on voting technology will take an in-depth look at how the issue affects the election process. Complete News

 

 

partnership seeks to compare environmental issues in florida to those in holland

SARASOTA, FL (April 4, 2008) – USF Sarasota-Manatee’s Institute for Public Policy and Leadership (IPPL) has been invited to be the public policy representative for a unique international environmental partnership project called the Florida-Holland Connection.

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authors lauren groff and stephen king to speak at usf sarasota-manatee

SARASOTA, FL (March 18, 2008) – Stephen King will be speaking at USF Sarasota-Manatee this month, and not to promote his new book, “Duma Key,” which takes place on a fictional island south of Casey Key. Complete News

 

 

USF SARASOTA-MANATEE PROFESSOR SELECTED AS FULBRIGHT SENIOR SPECIALIST

SARASOTA, FL (May 15, 2008) – Dr. John Walker, who holds the McKibbon Professorship in Hotel Management in the School of Hotel and Restaurant Management at USF Sarasota Manatee, has been selected as a Fulbright Senior Specialist by the J. William Fulbright Scholarship Board, the Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Department of State, and the Council for International Exchange of Scholars.  Complete News

 

 

USF SARASOTA-MANATEE HOSTS INTERNATIONAL PANEL DISCUSSION

SARASOTA, FL (March 6, 2008) – On March 28 at 3:00 p.m. USF Sarasota-Manatee’s International Studies Association (ISA) is hosting a panel discussion entitled “Foreign Service and International Communication.” Complete News

 

 

local students search for jobs at usf sarasota-manatee career fair

SARASOTA, FL (March 5, 2008) – In a tight economy, students and the public will attend a Career Networking Fair hosted by USF Sarasota-Manatee, hoping to find a local employer to connect with.  Complete News

 

 

usf sarasota-manatee welcomes clc chairman and executive committee

SARASOTA, FL (March 5, 2008) – The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee welcomes Richard Smith of Christopher Smith Leonard Bristow & Stanell PA as the 2008 Community Leadership Council Chairman.  Complete News

 

 

professor discusses kenya's national elections in contrast to our own

SARASOTA, FL (March 5, 2008) – The slaughter in Kenya following that African nation’s national elections in December stands in stark contrast to the current election process in the United States, where one of the biggest concerns is the level of civility the candidates show toward one another. Complete News

 

 

USF SARASOTA-MANATEE PROFESSOR TO DISCUSS POLITICS IN RUSSIA

SARASOTA, FL (February 28, 2008) – On March 11, University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee Associate Professor Dr. Robert Barylski will give a lecture entitled “Russian Political Change:  Who Controls Russia Today?  Where is this Richer, More Powerful Russia Heading?” Complete News

 

 

travel marketer to speak at usf school of hotel and restaurant management's third lecture of the linda novey-white lecture series

SARASOTA, FL (February 26, 2008) – On Tuesday, March 4 at 4:00 p.m. USF Sarasota-Manatee’s School of Hotel and Restaurant Management will host Dr. Peter Yesawich, Chairman and CEO of YPartnership, as the keynote speaker for the third annual Linda Novey-White Memorial Lectureship.  YPartnership is America's leading marketing, advertising and public relations agency serving travel and leisure-industry clients. Complete News

 

 

lecture series attempts to bring civility back to politics

SARASOTA, FL (February 25, 2008) – We live in an increasingly contentious political climate fueled by partisan gridlock, negative campaigns, disputed results, and declining citizen anticipation in government. Complete News

 

 

Political analyst larry sabato to speak at ritz carlton

SARASOTA, FL (February 20, 2008) – On Feb. 27 at 12:00 noon Dr. Larry J. Sabato, professor of political science and director of the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia, will provide a broad overview of civility at a luncheon and lecture entitled “Sabato’s Crystal Ball” at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Sarasota. Complete News

 

 

theatergoers interact with panelists and actors after the show at van wezel "CONVERSATION SERIES" EVENT

SARASOTA, FL (February 15, 2008) – On Feb. 10, the Van Wezel presented “Top Secret:  the Battle for the Pentagon Papers,” to a packed audience, completing its Conversations Series.  The Series provided a unique experience for theatergoers to interact with the actors and community leaders on the play’s subject matter after the show. Complete News

 

 

children's literature symposium helps to choose books for children

SARASOTA, FL (February 15, 2008) –On Saturday, February 23, the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will be hosting its second Children’s Literature Symposium, entitled “Engaging a Generation of Readers:  Voices of Selection.” Complete News

 

 

forum to discuss economic reality of "the next five years" in sarasota-manatee

SARASOTA, FL (February 5, 2008) – The bursting of the real estate bubble, concern for high property taxes, and citizen hostility to development joined forces in 2007 have put the Sarasota-Manatee area and the entire state of Florida into a tailspin. A long era of prosperity has slowed to a crawl. Complete News

 

 

"paths to greatness" panel to celebrate black history month

SARASOTA, FL (February 5, 2008) – On Weds., Feb. 27, USF Sarasota-Manatee will be hosting “Paths to Greatness,” an event to celebrate Black History Month. Complete News

 

 

FORMER COMMUNITY LEADER CLYDE G. NIXON COMMEMORATED AT USF SARASOTA-MANATEE

SARASOTA, FL (February 1, 2008) – On Monday, Feb. 11, the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee will celebrate Clyde Nixon’s contributions to the University and the community with the dedication of the Clyde G. Nixon Courtyard. Complete News

 

 

YALE PROFESSOR TO DISCUSS VOTING PROCESS AND ELECTION MEDIA COVERAGE AT USF SARASOTA-MANATEE

SARASOTA, FL (February 1, 2008) – On Feb. 8, just days after a historic Super Tuesday primary election, Yale Political Science Professor Gregory Huber will visit the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus to discuss his research on the impact of campaign advertising and campaign contact on election results. Complete News

 

 

AGING BRAIN SYMPOSIUM TO BE HELD BY USF SARASOTA-MANATEE ACADEMY FOR LIFELONG LEARNING

SARASOTA, FL (January 30, 2008) – Does your brain change as you age?  What effects does aging have on learning, memory and cognitive skills?  What can you do to keep your brain ‘young?’ Complete News

 

 

USF Sarasota-Manatee to hold 'candidate college' for those thinking of running for office

SARASOTA, FL (January 29, 2008) – Politics 101 is the only course that will be offered at the “Candidate College” at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee on Feb. 7. The three-hour session, beginning at 6:00 p.m., is a primer for anyone running or thinking of running for office in this election year of 2008. Complete News

 

 

USF SARASOTA-MANATEE AT MCC VENICE WELCOMES CEO TO SOUTH SARASOTA COUNTY AND CELEBRATES GROWTH OF PROGRAM FOR AREA RESIDENTS

SARASOTA, FL (January 28, 2008) – On Thursday, Jan. 21 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee at MCC Venice will hold a special event at the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce to introduce CEO Dr. Arthur Guilford to the community and celebrate USF’s continued commitment  to the Venice area. Complete News

 

 

complex amendment one issues to be explored at public forum at usf sarasota-manatee

SARASOTA, FL (January 8, 2008) – The complex issues related to Amendment One will be explored in depth at a free upcoming public forum sponsored by The Institute for Public Policy and Leadership at the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee. Complete News

 

 

BOB GRAHAM TO SPEAK ON CIVILITY AT USF SARASOTA-MANATEE

SARASOTA, FL (January 7, 2008) – Bob Graham, former two–term governor and three-term U.S. Senator from Florida, will speak at USF Sarasota-Manatee on Friday, Jan 11 at 4:00 p.m. in the Selby Auditorium.  His address, which is free and open to the public, is entitled, “Keep it Civil: We CAN All Just Get Along.” Complete News

 

 

usf sarasota-manatee academy for lifelong learning speaker series to be held on anna maria island

SARASOTA, FL (January 4, 2008) – The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee’s Academy for Lifelong Learning will present a Speaker Series in 2008 on Anna Maria Island. Complete News

 

 

book author to teach program on "living thin" at usf sarasota-Manatee

SARASOTA, FL (December 21, 2007) – The holidays are a time of cooler weather, gifts, shopping, family, and perhaps most of all—food.  A growing waist line this time of year is not uncommon, and the New Year’s Resolution of many is to lose weight and be healthier. Complete News