2013

UT Entrepreneurship Efforts Highlighted in Tech Talk Webcast

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:06:11 GMT

How the University of Tampa and its Entrepreneurship Center is going to reshape Tampa Bay and play a role in Tampa’s economic development was a primary focus of a Start-Up Tampa Bay Tech Talk webcast, which was held on May 3 on the UT campus.

UT Student Newspaper, The Minaret, Is Recognized for Excellence

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:07:07 GMT

The University of Tampa’s student newspaper, The Minaret, has recently received recognitions for excellence from the Florida College Press Association (FCPA), the Associated College Press (ACP) and the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).

UT to Hold 134th Commencement May 11

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:17:52 GMT

The University of Tampa will hold its 134th commencement on Saturday, May 11, at 9:30 a.m. at the Tampa Bay Times Forum. There will be 1,172 degree candidates, including August graduates. There are 1,008 bachelor’s degree candidates and 164 are master’s degree candidates. The ceremony is free and open to the public.

Chapter of Global Finance and Accounting Association Forms at UT

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:06:35 GMT

UT accounting students have formed a student chapter of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA), a global accounting and finance association that offers the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification, which is equal to the CPA.

Top ROTC Senior Named Lt. Gen. Hal Moore Award Recipient

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:27:31 GMT

Matthew Murray ’13, a criminology major, was named this year’s Lt. Gen. Hal Moore Award recipient. The award is given annually to the top cadet in the UT Spartan Battalion ROTC program.

UT’s Fine Art Seniors to Showcase Work in BFA Exit Show May 1–10

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 01 May 2013 21:38:36 GMT

Stephanie Wadman may have started out as a pre-med major (at Hillsborough Community College), but a drawing class she took to help balance out her schedule brought about a realization.

“Almost instantly I was taken by the notion that I don’t actually have to hate what I am studying,” said Wadman, who soon transferred to The University of Tampa and changed her major to art.

Beginning today, Wadman will join 27 of her fellow graduating fine arts students in an exhibition at the Scarfone/Hartley Gallery at The University of Tampa.

When School’s out for Summer, Service is in for UT Students

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 01 May 2013 17:29:06 GMT

Merely three days after the end of final exams, 19 University of Tampa students will hold off their summer vacation plans to participate in UT’s Alternative Break community service program in Puerto Rico and Ecuador.

Wind Ensemble Teams up with Second Time Arounders for Concert May 3

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:01:29 GMT

The University of Tampa Wind Ensemble and special guest The Greater St. Petersburg Area Awesome, Original Second Time Arounders Marching Band will give a concert on Friday, May 3, at 7 p.m. in Falk Theatre. The event is free and open to the public.

UT Presents A World to Win on May 3

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:52:49 GMT

The University of Tampa will pay tribute to American lyricist Sheldon Harnick during A World to Win on Friday, May 3, at 8 p.m. in the Plant Hall Grand Salon. The event is free and open to the public.

UT’s ITM Program Identified as a Top 50 Program

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:04:13 GMT

The University of Tampa’s Department of Information and Technology Management has been named a “top 50 program” by the Association for Information Systems (AIS) and will participate in the National IS Job Index.

UT Advertising Students Win for Creativity at District Competition

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:25:46 GMT

Students in UT’s advertising campaigns course won the Best Creative award at the Fourth District National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC) last weekend in Jacksonville, FL.

Jazz Ensemble Wraps Season with Spring Concert April 29

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:06:46 GMT

The University of Tampa Jazz Ensemble will wrap up a busy performance season with its spring concert Monday, April 29. The concert is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in Falk Theatre on the UT campus and is free and open to the public.

UT’s Newest Choral Ensemble to Debut at Concerts May 2 and 10

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 22:58:48 GMT

The Camerata Singers, The University of Tampa’s newest auditioned choral ensemble, will give its debut performance in a joint concert with UT’s Chamber Singers on Thursday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values. The choirs will perform a second concert at St. Thomas Episcopal Church in St. Petersburg on Friday, May 10, at 7 p.m. Both concerts are free and open to the public.

UT Entrepreneurship Students Pitch Aquaponics in Competition, Win $2,500

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:52:03 GMT

A team of undergraduate students from The University of Tampa won a $2,500 special Founders Award in a business plan competition to design, develop, train, implement and maintain sustainable agricultural units called “pods” for food insecure communities in the United States and around the world.

Pi Beta Phi Women’s Fraternity to Colonize at UT

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:06:41 GMT

Pi Beta Phi, a national women’s fraternity, is the newest Greek organization on The University of Tampa campus.

UT Alumnus Makes Front Page of Wall Street Journal

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:38:27 GMT

UT alumnus Paul Szoldra ’12 was on the front page of The Wall Street Journal this morning. The U.S. Marine veteran is raising heads for his satirical website, the Duffel Blog, with a reputation for being a military version of The Onion.

UT Orchestra to Give Spring Concert April 30

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:04:24 GMT

The University of Tampa Orchestra will wrap up its inaugural year with a concert on Tuesday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m. in Falk Theatre. The evening will begin with a “behind the music” pre-concert discussion at 6:45 p.m. at Oxford Exchange, led by Kira Omelchenko, assistant professor of music and director of orchestral and string studies.

UT’s Spring Dance Happening Features Kinetic Feast

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:15:03 GMT

This year’s Spring Dance Happening on May 1–4 at The University of Tampa will feature experimental dance partnering, ’80s tap and a tribute to the musical Grease. The show begins in the Reeves Theatre in the Vaughn Center at 8 p.m. and works its way through campus to the East Verandah of Plant Hall.

Glee Clubs to Perform Spring Concert April 28

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:07:50 GMT

The University of Tampa Women’s Glee Club and Men’s Glee Club will perform their Spring Concert on Sunday, April 28. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Fletcher Lounge on the first floor of Plant Hall on campus and is free and open to the public.

UT MFA Program Sets June Schedule for ‘Lectores’ Speaker Series

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:28:41 GMT

The University of Tampa MFA in Creative Writing speaker series, “Lectores,” will feature seven nights of reading with some of today’s most interesting contemporary writers during the MFA students’ June residency.

UT Partners with Special Operations Warrior Foundation to Provide Scholarships

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 23:31:28 GMT

The University of Tampa and the Special Operations Warrior Foundation announced today that they have formed a unique partnership to ensure a college education for qualified students whose parents served in U.S. Special Operations and who died in combat or in a training accident.

Noted Geneticist to Visit UT April 22–26

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:14:38 GMT

Carl Langefeld, a statistical geneticist whose research focuses on the mapping of complex genetic traits in humans, will visit The University of Tampa April 22–26. As part of his visit, Langefeld will give a public lecture on Thursday, April 25, at 4:30 p.m. in the Vaughn Center 9th Floor Board Room.

UT Students Pitch Aquaponics in Business Plan Competition

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:51:20 GMT

A team of undergraduate students from The University of Tampa will compete against students from 27 other universities around the world this weekend in the third annual Richards Barrentine Values and Ventures™ Business Plan Competition.

Sykes College of Business to Showcase Faculty Research April 26

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:09:11 GMT

Faculty from all disciplines in the Sykes College of Business will present their research at the college’s Research Day on Friday, April 26, from 9:20 a.m.–2 p.m. The event will be held in Room 131 in the Sykes College of Business building.

UT to Explore and Celebrate Human Rights April 27

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:44:20 GMT

How many human rights are there? Is there a human right to democracy or economic development? Does the death penalty violate human rights? These and other questions will be explored during The University of Tampa’s second annual Human Rights Day Conference on Saturday, April 27.

Urban Bush Women to Hold Dance Workshop at UT April 20

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:44:41 GMT

Internationally renowned dance company Urban Bush Women will visit The University of Tampa April 19–20 for a planning meeting and workshop in anticipation of a week-long community engagement residency in Spring 2014. All events will be held in the Edison Building at 214 North Blvd.

UT Recognized with Urban Excellence Award

SARAH GLASSFORD — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:11:37 GMT

The University of Tampa was recognized for its contributions to a vibrant downtown as the Tampa Downtown Partnership honored UT as one of nine winners during the 6th Annual Urban Excellence Awards.

UT Receives Award for Transplanting 65-Foot Grand Oak

SARAH GLASSFORD — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:18:10 GMT

The University of Tampa received a 2012 Friends of Our Urban Forest Outstanding Project award from the Florida Urban Forestry Council for transplanting a 65-foot, 36-inch diameter oak tree.

UT Celebrating Undergraduate Research April 22–May1

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:28:09 GMT

Research is not just something done by University of Tampa faculty or graduate students. Participating in a research project as an undergraduate gives students a better understanding of their field and the opportunity to develop relationships with faculty.

Dedication Set for April 16 for ROTC and Athletics Building

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 19:18:14 GMT

The University of Tampa’s newest building — a facility to be shared by ROTC and UT Athletics — will be dedicated on Tuesday, April 16, at 4:30 p.m. with a special recognition ceremony to honor the building’s namesake, Gen. Peter J. Schoomaker.

‘Company’ Opens April 18 at UT

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:59:35 GMT

The University of Tampa will stage Company, the Tony Award-winning concept musical by Stephen Sondheim and George Furth, April 18–20. Show times are 8 p.m. on Thursday–Saturday, April 18–20, and 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 21. All performances will be in Falk Theatre, located at 428 W. Kennedy Blvd.

PEN Trio to Perform, Give Master Class at UT April 15

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:34:09 GMT

The PEN Trio, which has been praised for bringing “a new energy and fresh approach to the reed trio,” will give a concert on Monday, April 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Salon in Plant Hall on The University of Tampa campus. The trio will also give a master class from 2:30–3:30 p.m. in Room 96 of the Ferman Music Center. Both events are free and open to the public.

UT to Host GETSMART April 13

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:48:47 GMT

The University of Tampa’s Department of Information and Technology Management and the Tampa Bay Technology Leadership Association (TBTLA) will co-host GETSMART (Getting Everyone to Study Math and Related Technologies) on Saturday, April 13.

Local Real Estate, Health Care and Private Equity Leaders to Speak at BNS

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:47:12 GMT

Three leaders in the real estate development, health care and private equity investment industries will share their expertise at the final Business Network Symposium of the 2012-2013 academic year on Tuesday, April 9, at The University of Tampa.

Tampa’s Leading Sustainable Businesses to be Honored at April 12 Luncheon

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 16:54:06 GMT

Earth Charter US (ECUS) Sustainable Business Coalition, in partnership with The University of Tampa’s Center for Ethics, will recognize 13 local businesses during the fifth annual Sustainable Business Awards luncheon Friday, April 12, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event will be held on the 9th floor of the Vaughn Center on the UT campus.

Concert Artist Series Features Music of César Franck on April 7

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:20:25 GMT

The 2012-2013 Concert Artist Series in the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values will wrap up on Sunday, April 7, with “The Music of César Franck.” There will be a preconcert talk at 1:15 p.m., and the concert begins at 2 p.m.

Nigerian Professor Speaks At UT on Terror and Trauma in African Narrative

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:03:50 GMT

Sophia Akhuemokhan, senior lecturer and coordinator of the part-time program in the Department of English and Literature at the University of Benin, Nigeria, will give a talk on “Terrorism and Trauma in African Prose Narratives: The Nigerian Experience” on Wednesday, April 10, at UT.

UT to Dedicate New Athletic Field on April 5

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:54:47 GMT

The University of Tampa will dedicate the Naimoli Family Athletic and Intramural Complex on Kennedy Boulevard on Friday, April 5, at 7:25 p.m.

UT and Tampa Business Leaders Enhance Connections in Dubai

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:24:22 GMT

A group of 28 Tampa Bay-area business executives, joined by select University of Tampa faculty and administrative staff, recently returned from Dubai as a part of the Sykes College of Business Global Access Partnership program.

UT MBA Students Win Regional Case Study Competition

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:42:49 GMT

A University of Tampa team of MBA students won the Tampa Bay ACG Cup competition at the Tampa Club last week.

Juried Student Art Exhibition Opens April 5

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 19:30:05 GMT

The annual Juried Student Art Exhibition gives students from any major at The University of Tampa an opportunity to display their artwork to the public. The exhibition opens Friday, April 5, with a reception from 7–9 p.m. at the Scarfone/Hartley Gallery on campus. The show runs through April 25.

Human Rights Watch Traveling Film Festival at UT March 28–April 15

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:56:32 GMT

Beginning Thursday, March 28, The University of Tampa will show three selections from the Human Rights Watch Traveling Film Festival that highlight the struggles and triumphs of communities in Egypt, Uganda and Iraq. All screenings will be held in the Vaughn Center’s Reeves Theater and are free and open to the public.

UT’s Musical Theatre Ensemble Presents OPUS: Counterpoint March 25

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:01:12 GMT

The University of Tampa’s musical theatre ensemble, OPUS, will give its spring show, OPUS: Counterpoint, on Monday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m. in Plant Hall’s Fletcher Lounge. The show will feature duets and ensemble numbers where melodies are introduced, then sung together to produce a musical counterpoint. The program features music from A Chorus Line, A Little Night Music, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Bye Bye Birdie and other Broadway favorites.

World-Premiere Translation of Hippolytus By Euripides at UT March 27-30

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:23:37 GMT

An ancient story will have a fresh retelling as The University of Tampa presents a world-premiere translation ofHippolytus by Euripides. Show times are 8 p.m. on Wednesday–Friday, March 27–29, and 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 30. All performances will be in Falk Theatre, located at 428 W. Kennedy Blvd.

UT Hosts Interfaith Amigos on March 21

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 20:18:07 GMT

The Interfaith Amigos — a pastor, a rabbi and a sheikh — will be on the campus of The University of Tampa on Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m. to present, through insight and humor, on the importance of interfaith dialogue and understanding.

Local Basketball Tournament to Showcase Deserving Students

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 21:39:38 GMT

Success 4 Kids & Families is partnering with The University of Tampa for the 20th anniversary of the Leonard Shearer March Madness Basketball Tournament. The tournament will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2013, at UT’s newly renovated Martinez Athletics Center.

UT Joins Effort to Increase Number of Women in Technology, Computing

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 21:50:41 GMT

The University of Tampa has been chosen to participate in The National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT) Pacesetters program.

Business Innovation Expert to Speak at UT March 6

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:27:01 GMT

The University of Tampa will welcome Peter Skarzynski, managing partner and founder of ITC Business Group, on Wednesday, March 6, to speak on “Scaling Innovation: Lessons from Organizations Large and Small.”

Ticheli Headlines 5th Annual Composer Festival March 6-7

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 19:02:56 GMT

A composer festival featuring the music of Frank Ticheli, professor of composition at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music, will be held on March 6-7 at The University of Tampa.

Jack Geller Apointed Dean of CSSME at UT

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 17:06:33 GMT

Jack Geller, currently professor and head of the Liberal Arts and Education Department at the University of Minnesota, Crookston, has been named by The University of Tampa as the dean of the College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education (CSSME).

UT Orchestra to Give Concert March 2

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 19:49:12 GMT

The University of Tampa Orchestra will perform its first spring concert Saturday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Falk Theatre. The concert is free and open to the public.

Austrian Ambassador to Speak at UT Feb. 27

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 21:53:12 GMT

Hans Peter Manz, ambassador of Austria to the United States, will speak on “Globalization and International Cooperation” at The University of Tampa on Wednesday, Feb. 27. The event, part of the University’s Honors Symposia series, begins at 1 p.m. in the Vaughn Center Crescent Club and is free and open to the public.

UT Participates in College Goal Sunday to Aid Students with FAFSA

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:44:12 GMT

For the third year in a row, The University of Tampa in partnership with the Florida Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, the professional association for financial aid professionals in Florida, will participate in College Goal Sunday, an event designed to assist students and their families with the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Financial Aid (FAFSA).

STUDIO-f Visiting Artist William Villalongo to Create Monoprints at UT

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:25:28 GMT

The University of Tampa community as well as the public will have a unique opportunity to see renowned artist William Villalongo working on campus as he creates monoprints for UT’s STUDIO-f visiting artist program March 11-22.

Organist from London’s Westminster Abbey to Perform in Sykes Chapel

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 16:15:47 GMT

Continuing the tradition of inviting the world’s most acclaimed organists to perform on the Dobson organ in the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values, James O’Donnell, organist and master of choristers at Westminster Abbey in London, will perform two organ concerts at The University of Tampa as part of its 2012-2013 Concert Artist Series.

Trio of Executives in Technology, Media and Financial Services to Speak at Fellows Forum

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 19:31:56 GMT

The CEOs of BMC Software, Meredith Corp. and PNC Financial Services Group are slated to speak at The University of Tampa Fellows Forum Feb. 27 at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in Ferguson Hall. A continental breakfast will be served at 7:15 a.m., and the program will run from 8-9:30 a.m.

March 1 First Friday Concert Cancelled

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 19:11:04 GMT

The First Friday at Noon concert scheduled for Friday, March 1, in the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values is cancelled to allow James O’Donnell, organist of Westminster Abbey in London, to practice for his concerts later that evening.

UT Spring Dance Concert Takes to the Air

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 16:37:04 GMT

An aerial silks dance is just one of the highlights of The University of Tampa’s annual Spring Dance Concert scheduled for Feb. 21-23 at 8 p.m., with an additional matinee show at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23. All performances will be in UT’s Falk Theatre and are free and open to the public.

Writers at the University Continues Feb. 19 with Amina Lolita Gautier

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:28:15 GMT

The 2012-2013 Writers at the University series at The University of Tampa continues Tuesday, Feb. 19, with Amina Lolita Gautier, winner of the 2011 Flannery O’Conner Award for Short Fiction for her short story collection At-Risk. Gautier will give a reading in the Plant Hall Music Room from 7–9 p.m.

UT to Implement Campus Smoking Zones Starting in August

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 22:49:46 GMT

Beginning in August 2013, The University of Tampa will join the growing list of U.S. colleges and universities to limit smoking on campus by designating particular smoking zones.

Second High School Teacher’s Workshop to be Held Feb. 23

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:26:28 GMT

All Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate high school teachers from Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee and Sarasota counties are invited to participate in a one-day workshop at The University of Tampa on Saturday, Feb. 23, to learn how to inspire students to take their interest in chemistry outside of the classroom.

UT to Host Debate on Legalization of Marijuana on Feb. 18

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:34:08 GMT

The University of Tampa will host a debate on the topic of the legalization of marijuana on Monday, Feb. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in Fletcher Lounge, Plant Hall. The event is free and open to the public.

CEO of Raymond James Bank to Speak at UT Feb. 18

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:46:36 GMT

Steven Raney, CEO of Raymond James Bank, will speak at The University of Tampa on Monday, Feb. 18. The event begins at 8:30 p.m. in the Vaughn Center Board Room on campus and is free and open to the public.

UT Hosts Workshop on Experiential Teaching and Learning on March 23

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 22:03:24 GMT

The University of Tampa will host two workshops on March 23 devoted to experiential learning in higher education: “Teaching and Learning Experientially” and “Reflections: Making the Experience Educational.”

Czech Republic’s Graffe String Quartet to Perform at UT Feb. 17

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:13:18 GMT

The concert is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 17, at 2 p.m. The performance is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Doors will open 45 minutes before the concert.

UT Business Dean to Speak About Globalization and the Tampa Bay Economy Feb. 22

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:47:27 GMT

Frank Ghannadian, dean of The University of Tampa Sykes College of Business, will speak on the economic impact of globalization, with a special emphasis on Tampa Bay, at a luncheon meeting at Feather Sound Country Club on Friday, Feb. 22.

UT to Host Mathematicians from Around the State

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 21:38:16 GMT

Mathematicians from around the state will meet to discuss Fibonacci identities, Bulgarian solitaire, StatCrunch applets, sabermetrics and more at the annual meeting of the Florida Section of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) and the Two-Year College Mathematics Association on Feb. 22–23 at The University of Tampa.

UT Professor Publishes Guide to Student Orientation in Higher Ed

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:13:56 GMT

Aiming for higher student performance and greater faculty engagement in higher education, a University of Tampa professor has recently co-authored a book to help students get oriented to college, and for faculty and staff to help orient them.

Retired Army Major General to Speak Feb. 6 on Lessons Learned in Wartime to Stimulate Economy

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:39:27 GMT

Retired Army Maj. Gen. Michael Jones will visit The University of Tampa Wednesday, Feb. 6, to share his thoughts on how management techniques used in the military might benefit the country’s economic competitiveness in the global market.

Tino Martinez to be Honored at No. 4 Spartans Home Opener

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 21:30:57 GMT

The No. 4-ranked University of Tampa Spartans baseball team is set to begin the 2013 campaign by hosting the Bentley University Falcons in a three game series beginning Feb. 1. UT alumnus and former New York Yankees World Series champion Tino Martinez ’11 will appear for ’90s Night festivities surrounding the 6 p.m. home opener at the Sam Bailey Baseball Field.

Honors Symposia Begins with Talk on “Contemporary Afghanistan”

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:36:31 GMT

The Spring 2013 Honors Program symposia series will kick off on Tuesday, Feb. 5, with a presentation by David Staats, managing director of G. William Miller & Co., on “Contemporary Afghanistan, U.S. Policy Involvement.” Staats’ talk begins at 4 p.m. in Reeves Theater in the Vaughn Center on the UT campus.

First Friday Chapel Concerts Resume

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:16:33 GMT

After a brief hiatus for the holiday season, The University of Tampa will resume its First Friday at Noon recital series on Friday, Feb. 1. The concert will feature Ryan Hebert, University organist and assistant professor of music, performing selections by Johann Sebastian Bach, Craig Sellar Lang, Frank Bridge and Théodore Dubois.

Acoustic Duo Singing Tree to Perform at UT Feb. 2

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 18:21:37 GMT

Singing Tree, whose music is described as folk with a classical twist, will give a concert on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values on The University of Tampa campus. The concert is free and open to the public.

UT to Host the 2013 Southeast Entrepreneurship Conference Feb. 1-2

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 16:46:39 GMT

A student-entrepreneur pitch competition, networking and national speakers will highlight the 2013 Southeast Entrepreneurship Conference (SEEC 2013), held in the Vaughn Center at The University of Tampa on Feb. 1–2. The conference is hosted by UT Entrepreneurs, UT’s chapter of The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization.

Experts to Discuss Sports Supplements and Athletic Performance at Feb. 23 Workshop

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:26:59 GMT

Some of the world’s top experts on nutrition and exercise will meet at a sports supplement workshop on “Muscle Hypertrophy (Growth) and Performance” at The University of Tampa on Saturday, Feb. 23.

Fanaticism and Family

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 17:08:58 GMT

As Super Bowl XLVII approaches, if football fans find their fanaticism to be causing more conficts with their family than there are conflicts on the field, a University of Tampa professor has some suggestions.

Art Meets Technology in Electronics Alive VII

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:27:28 GMT

The use of technology is the common thread between the varied works in Electronics Alive VII, a biennial invitational exhibition at the Scarfone/Hartley Gallery at The University of Tampa.

UT Students to Serve Area Nonprofits on Jan. 21

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 17:02:38 GMT

Students, faculty and staff from The University of Tampa will honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 21, with a day of service to the Tampa community.

Local Restaurant, Airport and Software Leaders Headline BNS on Jan. 29

JAMIE PILARCZYK — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:55:23 GMT

The leaders of software company CLARIFIRE®, Tampa International Airport and restaurant management company Front Burner Brands Inc. are slated to speak at the next Business Network Symposium on Tuesday, Jan. 29, at The University of Tampa.

Changes Announced to Jan. 4 and 5 Events of UT MFA Program “Lectores” Speaker Series

SARAH GLASSFORD — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 20:45:38 GMT

Due to unforeseen circumstances, National Book Award-winning author Denis Johnson will not be able to attend The University of Tampa MFA in Creative Writing “Lectores” speaker series. Karen Russell, author of Swamplandia!, will speak in his place.