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Joseph Ambrosino Embraces History and Heritage Through Fulbright UK Journey

Joseph Ambrosino, a junior majoring in political science and history at the Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV, was selected as one of three recipients to participate in the 2023 University of Bristol Black Humanities Summer Institute Program as part of the Fulbright UK Summer Institute Program.

December 12, 2023Accolades, Community

At the age of two, Honors student Barbara Figueredo moved to the U.S. from Venezuela after her family left the country due to the political turmoil that continues today. Coming to America and learning English at a young age made her want to pursue an Education degree.

December 4, 2023Accolades, Community

131st Commencement Convocation, Fall 2023

Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Conferred More Than 4,400 Degrees During Fall Commencement

Graduates include student veterans, a mother-daughter earning their degrees at the same time, and a future engineer with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder graduating with a near-perfect GPA.

December 4, 2023Community, Events

Sarasota-Manatee Judy Genshaft Honors College Assistant Dean Cayla Lanier and two 2023 Honors graduates.

2023 Honors Symposium Celebrates Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Sarasota-Manatee Honors Community

At this year's Sarasota-Manatee Honors Symposium, the Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV's Honors community gathered to recognize the outstanding achievements of first year and graduating students. The event featured presentations of freshmen theses and included a graduation celebration ceremony.

December 1, 2023Community, Events

Dr. Susan MacManus smiles alongside a group of Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Honors students.

Florida Political Analyst Dr. Susan MacManus Visits Judy Genshaft Honors College

Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Professor Emerita and political analyst Dr. Susan MacManus recently visited the Judy Genshaft Honors College to speak with reporters from CNN. Following her interview, MacManus engaged in a small group discussion with Honors students interested in political science and education.

November 21, 2023Community

The students, judges and faculty that participated in the Grand Challenge competition smile for a group photo.

2023 Grand Challenge Competition Recap: Access to Meaningful Work

The 2023 Grand Challenge has come to a momentous close as student finalists pitched their proposals to conclude the competition. The winning student team, ARThritis, was selected by the panel of judges to implement their project in the Tampa community in spring 2024.

November 20, 2023Community, Events, Teaching and Learning

To cap a semester learning about thinkers who revolutionized our understanding of nature, Professor Rebecca Johns took her class on a camping trip. Exploring, journaling, and reflecting on course readings, students spent the day and evening at Boyd Hill Nature Preserve.

November 14, 2023Teaching and Learning

Ashley Hinton performs an ear exam on a small child.

Catching up with Honors Alum Ashley Hinton

Honors Alum and senior translational scientist, Ashley Hinton, reflects on her time in the GAP-AuD Program at the Judy Genshaft Honors College.

November 13, 2023Alumni and Friends

Dr. Rita Hurst smiles with family members in front of the new Judy Genshaft Honors College Building

A Family Tradition

Honors alum Rita Hurst reflects on her time at Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV and her son's enrollment as a freshman in the Judy Genshaft Honors College.

November 9, 2023Alumni and Friends, Community

Students relax in one of 39 learning lofts, which offer places for classroom conversations to continue uninterrupted.

Worthy of their Dreams: New Judy Genshaft Honors College Building Provides Next-Level Exploration

From Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV Magazine: The new Judy Genshaft Honors College building abounds with signature elements that set it apart on the national academic landscape. The new building is feature-rich: a stunning atrium, 39 signature learning lofts, dedicated studio spaces for art, food and culture, music and technology, event space, and more.

November 9, 2023Alumni and Friends, Community

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Buddy Brew Launches New ‘Bulls Blend’ Coffee at Judy Genshaft Honors College

Buddy Brew coffee has released a special 'Bull's Blend' coffee in celebration of the company's partnership with the Judy Genshaft Honors College. The new blend launched in time for Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV's Homecoming week and features a unique flavor profile in honor of the Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV community.

November 7, 2023Alumni and Friends, Community

A sold-out crowd enjoyed fine dining from local restaurants and catering companies and heard updates on how the Sarasota-Manatee campus is expanding physically and academically.

November 7, 2023Alumni and Friends, Community

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