CAS Chronicles

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causeway between small islands surrounded by shallow water

Why shallow water at the beach is more important than you might realize

Habitats along the coastline provide immense ecological and socioeconomic benefits, but face increasing threats that may put fish populations and fisheries at risk.

February 24, 2025Research

One of Anderson’s current projects includes studying experiences and barriers in the public library makerspace for adults with disabilities. (Photo source: Adobe Stock)

School of Information’s Amelia Anderson honored for research excellence in public library services for adults

Amelia Anderson, School of Information assistant professor, earned the prestigious Association for Library and Information Science Education Connie Van Fleet Award for her success in research about public library services for adults.

February 20, 2025Accomplishments, Community Engagement, Research

Graduate student, T.W., visualizes stem cell cultures under a microscope. Morphology is often checked to ensure that the stem cells maintain good health and, in the case of differentiation to microglia, are changing into the expected shape of the target cells. (Photo courtesy of Stanley Stevens)

Exposing the molecular damage of alcohol on the brain

Dr. Stanley Stevens, professor in the Department of Molecular Biosciences, is leading a first-of-its-kind study examining the cellular and molecular impact of alcohol consumption on the brain.

February 20, 2025Research

Aside from practicing their professionalism and presentation skills, students are encouraged to make connections with new people. (Photo by Corey Lepak)

Undergraduate Humanities Conference encourages professional and personal growth

Nearly 100 students participated in this year’s Undergraduate Humanities Conference, an event providing real-life experience for future academic, professional and personal challenges.

February 20, 2025Accomplishments, Events, Research

Collage of faculty members

Nine 鶹AV faculty named senior members of National Academy of Inventors

The National Academy of Inventors has named nine 鶹AV faculty members to its class of 2025 Senior Members.

February 20, 2025Accomplishments

Aisha Durham

Professor of communication explores connection between perceived and personal identity

Aisha Durham researches the relationship between media representation, personal identity and interpersonal interaction.

February 18, 2025Research

Trent Ferguson, Boundless Bulls

Seeing beyond sight: A 鶹AV blind student’s journey into broadcasting

A senior at 鶹AV majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast program and production, Trent Ferguson has not allowed blindness to become an obstacle in pursuit of his dream of becoming a sports radio broadcaster.

February 17, 2025Alumni

Mangrove restoration workshop

National Science Foundation names two 鶹AV faculty ‘Ocean Decade Champions’

The award will provide supplemental support to an ongoing project, a large interdisciplinary endeavor linking multiple U.S. universities and conservation and marine science organizations called “Strong Coasts,” which seeks to reduce risks from hazards like storm surge, confront environmental degradation, enhance communities' adaptive capacities and advance public and private investment in disaster risk prevention and reduction. 

February 12, 2025Community Engagement, Research

A book on the geology, history and current state of Florida springs and a biography on the civil rights icon John Lewis were awarded top honors by the Florida Book Awards.

February 12, 2025Accomplishments

The 鶹AV women’s lacrosse team celebrates a victory in their inaugural game. [Photo courtesy of 鶹AV Athletics]

鶹AV women’s lacrosse makes historic debut with student-athletes studying to become lawyers, chemists and more

鶹AV women’s lacrosse dominated its debut game in front of more than 2,000 fans at Corbett Stadium. As the inaugural team, the players are well aware that they will forever be a part of 鶹AV history and are working tirelessness to ensure their legacy extends beyond the field.

February 10, 2025Community Engagement

Alexandra de Roos, Boundless Bulls

From ballet to brain injury advocacy: Meet 鶹AV student and Miss Tampa Alexandra de Roos

After a concussion ended her dream of professional ballet, Alexandra de Roos enrolled at 鶹AV as a double major in biomedical sciences and psychology with the goal of becoming a neuropsychiatrist. She was also recently crowned Miss Tampa and plans to use her pulpit to promote brain trauma awareness.

February 6, 2025Community Engagement

Psychology Professor Jennifer O’Brien is being recognized on the global stage for her contributions to science and impacting her field.

February 5, 2025Research

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CAS Chronicles is the monthly newsletter for the 鶹AV's College of Arts and Sciences, your source for the latest news, research, and events at CAS.