2025 St. Johns River report shows persistent pollution, mixed signs of stability
Read full article: 2025 St. Johns River report shows persistent pollution, mixed signs of stabilityJacksonville University (JU), University of North Florida (UNF), and Penn State Berks published the 18th State of the River Report, which overviews the conditions in the Lower St. Johns River Basin.
Early signing day: Area athletes make college decisions official
Read full article: Early signing day: Area athletes make college decisions officialWednesday marks the first day of the early signing for all athletes other than in football. High school athletes can sign national letters of intent with colleges. The early period lasts until Nov. 19. Athletes listed have been submitted by their schools as signing during the early period.
Jacksonville University names Dr. Lisa Sutherland as new interim president
Read full article: Jacksonville University names Dr. Lisa Sutherland as new interim presidentA little over a week after Jacksonville University President Tim Cost announced that he would be transitioning from his current role to become the schoolโs Chancellor in summer 2026, the school has announced its new temporary leader.
From a studentโs dream to a team: Jacksonville Universityโs first hockey program takes the ice
Read full article: From a studentโs dream to a team: Jacksonville Universityโs first hockey program takes the iceJacksonville isnโt exactly the first place you think of when you hear โhockey.โ But a group of Jacksonville University students is changing that โ building a team, a community, and a legacy on ice.
Tim Cost stepping down as Jacksonville University president to take role as universityโs chancellor
Read full article: Tim Cost stepping down as Jacksonville University president to take role as universityโs chancellorTim Cost's tenure as president of Jacksonville University will come to an end next year. But Costโs time with the university is far from over. He will be stepping into the role of Chancellor in the summer of 2026.
Jacksonville University renames Public Policy Institute after Preston Haskell following $12M gift
Read full article: Jacksonville University renames Public Policy Institute after Preston Haskell following $12M giftJacksonville University dedicated its Public Policy Institute to one of its advisory boardโs founding members after a $12 million donation.
Jacksonville University aviation enrollment climbs from 220 to 317 solo students, 20% are women pilots
Read full article: Jacksonville University aviation enrollment climbs from 220 to 317 solo students, 20% are women pilotsJacksonville Universityโs School of Aviation has seen enrollment increase from 220 to nearly 317 solo students since 2022, said Captain Matt Tuohy, the programโs director. โOur top priority is to continue producing students that the industry wants,โ Tuohy said.
Jacksonville University: An educational anchor with rich history in the Arlington community
Read full article: Jacksonville University: An educational anchor with rich history in the Arlington communityJacksonville University has been part of the cityโs story for more than 90 years. Founded in 1934 during the Great Depression, the private university has grown from a small two-year college downtown into a thriving campus on the banks of the St. Johns River.
Jacksonville University programs take flight, drive innovation, and train the next generation
Read full article: Jacksonville University programs take flight, drive innovation, and train the next generationJacksonville University is growing โ and three of its signature programs show how the school is preparing students for the careers of tomorrow. From science and technology to aviation and healthcare, JU leaders say the university is aligning with community needs and industry demand.
Jacksonville University launches new program to help protect sea turtles and their coastal habitats
Read full article: Jacksonville University launches new program to help protect sea turtles and their coastal habitatsJacksonville University, in partnership with Micklerโs Landing Turtle Patrol, launches a new program aimed at protecting and conserving sea turtles and their coastal habitats.
JU Lawโs first graduates make history with job success
Read full article: JU Lawโs first graduates make history with job successJacksonville University College of Law marked a historic milestone as its inaugural class of 14 graduates, known as the โFab 14,โ prepares to enter the legal profession with a 100% job placement rate ahead of taking the bar exam.
University of West Florida to host auditions to help JU students find a new โmusical homeโ after program cuts
Read full article: University of West Florida to host auditions to help JU students find a new โmusical homeโ after program cutsOver 300 miles away, a university in the Florida Panhandle extended a heartfelt message of support and action for the students impacted by the recent slash of majors at Jacksonville University.
Jacksonville University board releases letter in support of presidentโs decision to cut programs
Read full article: Jacksonville University board releases letter in support of presidentโs decision to cut programsThe Jacksonville University Board of Trustees released a letter in support of the presidentโs decision to cut several academic programs and dismiss 40 faculty members.
JU students rally for 2nd time in less than a week to protest program cuts. Here are their demands
Read full article: JU students rally for 2nd time in less than a week to protest program cuts. Here are their demandsFine arts students at Jacksonville University are continuing to take action this upcoming week as they protest recent program cuts made by the university.
JU students stand with professors who were laid off, say they โwill not be quietโ about cut majors
Read full article: JU students stand with professors who were laid off, say they โwill not be quietโ about cut majorsJacksonville University students rallied in support of professors who were laid off after the university slashed several majors.
โWe feel betrayedโ: JU faculty members in shock after decision to cut majors leaves them without a job
Read full article: โWe feel betrayedโ: JU faculty members in shock after decision to cut majors leaves them without a jobOn Tuesday, Jacksonville University announced that it is cutting dozens of majors, and while administrators say affected students are being supported, others say itโs not enough.
โDistraught, disappointed, confusedโ: JU students express frustration over schoolโs decision to cut fine arts majors
Read full article: โDistraught, disappointed, confusedโ: JU students express frustration over schoolโs decision to cut fine arts majorsJacksonville University students are expressing frustration over the schoolโs decision to cut fine arts programs and lay off nearly 40 faculty members in an effort to focus more on majors like nursing
TELL US: How do you feel about Jacksonville University eliminating programs, resulting in layoffs of 40 staff members?
Read full article: TELL US: How do you feel about Jacksonville University eliminating programs, resulting in layoffs of 40 staff members?Jacksonville University is headed in a different direction with the elimination of several fine arts programs and the layoffs of nearly 40 faculty members.
Jacksonville University only school with 2 finalist teams in NASAโs 2025 Human Lander Challenge
Read full article: Jacksonville University only school with 2 finalist teams in NASAโs 2025 Human Lander ChallengeJacksonville University is the only school in the nation with two student teams named finalists in NASAโs 2025 Human Lander Challenge. The teams will present innovative cryogenic fuel solutions to support future Moon and Mars missions.
New Jacksonville University accelerated program aims to meet growing demands for nurses
Read full article: New Jacksonville University accelerated program aims to meet growing demands for nursesJacksonville University rolled out an accelerated program that would launch students who have a non-nursing bachelorโs degree into more advanced leadership and clinical positions in the health care industry.
Jacksonville University celebrates groundbreaking for regionโs first four-year medical school
Read full article: Jacksonville University celebrates groundbreaking for regionโs first four-year medical schoolA historic groundbreaking ceremony marks the official start of construction on LECOM at Jacksonville University, the regionโs first four-year medical school.
Northeast Florida has cranked out 5 global womenโs pro wrestling stars
Read full article: Northeast Florida has cranked out 5 global womenโs pro wrestling starsSome of the biggest women's wrestling stars to ever live all have roots in Northeast Florida. That includes Michelle McCool, Jade Cargill, Alicia Fox, Kelly Kelly & Sable.
This Week in Jacksonville - Business Edition: First Lady of JU champions student success, community engagement
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville - Business Edition: First Lady of JU champions student success, community engagementIn this episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, we spotlight Stephanie Cost, the dynamic First Lady of Jacksonville University, whose influence is shaping the future of student success and community engagement.
This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - JU president addresses financial concerns about university
Read full article: This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition - JU president addresses financial concerns about universityIn this episode of This Week in Jacksonville: Business Edition, host Kent Justice interviews Tim Cost, president of Jacksonville University (JU), about recent financial concerns and the universityโs strategic direction.
Jacksonville University celebrates opening of new College of Law downtown campus
Read full article: Jacksonville University celebrates opening of new College of Law downtown campusJacksonville University held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday morning to celebrate the opening of its new College of Law campus downtown.
Former Jacksonville University student killed by lightning strike in South Florida
Read full article: Former Jacksonville University student killed by lightning strike in South FloridaA 19-year-old man was killed by a lightning strike in South Florida Sunday, according to News4JAX partner station WPLG.
OCEARCH, JU extend partnership as crew leaves to study White Sharks in Mediterranean
Read full article: OCEARCH, JU extend partnership as crew leaves to study White Sharks in MediterraneanOCEARCH, the largest shark-tagging and oceanic research organization in the world, will make an announcement Tuesday morning at JU after receiving "generous contributions" from the city and the state.
As a freed slave, an Arlington man fought in the Civil War, but his grave was unmarked. Now heโs getting a new headstone
Read full article: As a freed slave, an Arlington man fought in the Civil War, but his grave was unmarked. Now heโs getting a new headstoneJacksonville University, along with local leaders, unveiled plans to commemorate an African American burial site on its campus, starting with a new headstone for a Civil War veteran, Cpl. William Johnson.
Jacksonville University: A Multifaceted Hub of Academic Excellence and Support
Read full article: Jacksonville University: A Multifaceted Hub of Academic Excellence and SupportJacksonville University stands as a beacon of academic excellence with its diverse array of offerings. From renowned business and law programs to a vibrant arts scene and thriving sports culture, JU caters to students with varied interests and aspirations. Notably, the university's commitment to supporting military personnel shines through initiatives such as the Veterans and Military Resource Center, ensuring those who have served receive the assistance they deserve as they pursue their educational goals.
Robot rivals: 3 teams of JU engineering students compete for spot in regionals
Read full article: Robot rivals: 3 teams of JU engineering students compete for spot in regionalsThree teams of Jacksonville University engineering students will face off next week in a robotics competition for a chance to represent JU in the regional tournament in Atlanta.
JU Public Policy Institute honors Nathaniel Glover with named fellowship
Read full article: JU Public Policy Institute honors Nathaniel Glover with named fellowshipJacksonville Universityโs Public Policy Institute is naming its Master in Public Policy Minority Fellowship Program after former Jacksonville sheriff Dr. Nathaniel โNatโ Glover, a widely respected public servant in Florida.
โWeโre hereโ: Pro basketball team Jacksonville 95ers announce new home, partnership with Jacksonville University
Read full article: โWeโre hereโ: Pro basketball team Jacksonville 95ers announce new home, partnership with Jacksonville UniversityJacksonvilleโs newest professional basketball team, the Jacksonville 95ers, announced its new home and partnership with Jacksonville University.
Early signing period โ23: Area athletes make college decisions official
Read full article: Early signing period โ23: Area athletes make college decisions officialWednesday marks the first day of the early signing period for high school athletes. All athletes other than football can ink national letters of intent with their college.
Jacksonville University, NEFAS to host solar eclipse viewing party at Amphitheater Saturday
Read full article: Jacksonville University, NEFAS to host solar eclipse viewing party at Amphitheater SaturdayJacksonville University and the Northeast Florida Astronomical Society (NEFAS) are inviting the community to a viewing of the partial solar eclipse on Saturday afternoon.
Report indicates young dolphin seen being held in viral photo may have been sick, expert says
Read full article: Report indicates young dolphin seen being held in viral photo may have been sick, expert saysA necropsy report for the young dolphin seen in a photo being held out of the water by someone last month has been released.
Jacksonville University will bring โbeautiful oasisโ to campus next fall
Read full article: Jacksonville University will bring โbeautiful oasisโ to campus next fallJacksonville University just announced a major renovation project that will bring a brand-new pool and other amenities to its campus.
Jacksonville University gets $5M for marine science research facility in Mayport
Read full article: Jacksonville University gets $5M for marine science research facility in MayportThe State of Florida has designated $5 million in funding for Jacksonville University and its world-renowned ocean research partner OCEARCH for a marine science research facility in Mayport.
JU rides Blake DeLamielleureโs cycle to walk-off win in 11 innings over UNF
Read full article: JU rides Blake DeLamielleureโs cycle to walk-off win in 11 innings over UNFBlake DeLamielleure had an unforgettable afternoon, completing the cycle with a walk-off home run in the 11th inning to lead Jacksonville University to a 3-2 win over rival UNF on Saturday.
JU womenโs basketball team hires Special Jennings as its new head coach
Read full article: JU womenโs basketball team hires Special Jennings as its new head coachJacksonville University has filled its womenโs basketball team head coaching vacancy, announcing the hire of Special Jennings to lead its program.
JU, former track coach, file to move civil rights case to federal court
Read full article: JU, former track coach, file to move civil rights case to federal courtJacksonville University, and a former track and cross country coach there, are responding to a lawsuit claiming the school ignored the coachโs โmaliciousโ behavior for years because of his competitive record.
Lawsuit alleges JU let track coachโs โmaliciousโ behavior go unchecked for years
Read full article: Lawsuit alleges JU let track coachโs โmaliciousโ behavior go unchecked for yearsThe parents of a Jacksonville University student who died by suicide are suing the school and its former track and cross country coach, alleging the school did not support their daughter academically and ignored complaints about how the coach treated runners.
National signing day โ23: Area athletes break out the pens, make college decisions official
Read full article: National signing day โ23: Area athletes break out the pens, make college decisions officialWednesday kicks off the national signing day period for high school athletes across the country. News4JAX is publishing the names and schools of those athletes who have been submitted by their schools.
Jacksonville Universityโs Tim Cost says law school a success, is excited for whatโs to come
Read full article: Jacksonville Universityโs Tim Cost says law school a success, is excited for whatโs to comeJacksonville Universityโs footprint in Arlington is expanding โ and itโs impact of Northeast Florida continues growing, too.
Jacksonville University announces areaโs first 4-year medical school
Read full article: Jacksonville University announces areaโs first 4-year medical schoolThe medical school is supported by long-term clinical agreements with the regionโs preeminent healthcare providers, including Baptist Health, Flagler Health+, and AdventHealth, according to a release.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates opening of Jacksonville University College of Law
Read full article: Ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates opening of Jacksonville University College of LawA ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday afternoon to celebrate the opening of the Jacksonville University College of Law.
โOne pill can killโ: Florida attorney general issues fentanyl warning to college students
Read full article: โOne pill can killโ: Florida attorney general issues fentanyl warning to college studentsFentanyl is a deadly synthetic opioid that can easily mix with other drugs to the point where you may not know itโs there.
Students at Jacksonville University to be featured in season finale episode of โThe College Tourโ
Read full article: Students at Jacksonville University to be featured in season finale episode of โThe College TourโA local university is giving prospective students the ultimate sneak peek into its campus life with a featured episode on an Emmy-nominated and multi-award-winning TV show.
Sheriff Debate Analysis: Who did the best job getting their message out?
Read full article: Sheriff Debate Analysis: Who did the best job getting their message out?After the five candidates who want to tackle Jacksonville's biggest law enforcement issues squared off Wednesday night on Channel 4, an analyst with the Jacksonville Public Policy Institute shared what he considered the biggest takeaways from the debate.
Shark Week is every week at Jacksonville University
Read full article: Shark Week is every week at Jacksonville UniversityJacksonville University Associate Professor of Biology Dr. Bryan Franks stopped by the show to talk about the Universityโs Marine Science Research Institute and its partnership with OCEARCH, a non-profit dedicated to researching ocean life โ specifically sharks. Dr. Franks has been studying sharks for over 2 decades, and in honor of Shark Week this month, he talked about their importance in our oceans and the work JU and OCEARCH are doing to learn more about them.
JU womenโs lacrosse looking to keep โgood energyโ going in NCAA tournament
Read full article: JU womenโs lacrosse looking to keep โgood energyโ going in NCAA tournamentAfter winning the ASUN conference championship, the #17 JU Dolphins are looking to take it to the next level in the NCAA tournament, starting Friday.
All-News4JAX boys basketball: Drive to be the best powered OPโs Josiah Sabino
Read full article: All-News4JAX boys basketball: Drive to be the best powered OPโs Josiah SabinoJosiah Sabino is the All-News4JAX boys basketball player of the year and headed to Jacksonville University on a scholarship. Talk about a change.
National champion youth wheelchair basketball team show JU players their skills
Read full article: National champion youth wheelchair basketball team show JU players their skillsLocal national champion youth wheelchair basketball players gave Jacksonville University menโs basketball players a little lesson on Monday.
โDevastatedโ: JU mourns womenโs soccer player who died in crash that injured 7 teammates
Read full article: โDevastatedโ: JU mourns womenโs soccer player who died in crash that injured 7 teammatesStephanie Davis, a freshman on the Jacksonville University womenโs soccer team, was killed in a crash Sunday in Baker County that also injured seven teammates.
Runaway Rumble: JU dominates UNF for season sweep, 71-39
Read full article: Runaway Rumble: JU dominates UNF for season sweep, 71-39For the first time since 1971, Jacksonville University completed an undefeated home season, and they did it with an impressive 71-39 win over cross-town rivals UNF to complete a sweep in the River City Rumble Wednesday night at a packed Swisher Gymnasium.
JU womenโs basketball away game against UNC canceled due to โCOVID protocolsโ
Read full article: JU womenโs basketball away game against UNC canceled due to โCOVID protocolsโThe Jacksonville University womenโs basketball teamโs away game against the University of North Carolina has been canceled due to โCOVID protocols with the Dolphinsโ program,โ according to a post on judolphins.com.
Jacksonville University, JaxPort announce new St. Johns River education program
Read full article: Jacksonville University, JaxPort announce new St. Johns River education programPowered by funding from JAXPORT, Connected brings together research, education and global commerce in a mission to educate and engage the community on a broad range of topics related to the river.
Plenty of new faces, but optimism running high for JU menโs, womenโs hoops teams
Read full article: Plenty of new faces, but optimism running high for JU menโs, womenโs hoops teamsThe Jacksonville University menโs and womenโs basketball teams are a week from tipoff. There may be a few nerves, but there are lot more new faces than anything.
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Doctors hope FDA approval of Pfizer vaccine boosts confidence
Read full article: Doctors hope FDA approval of Pfizer vaccine boosts confidencePublic health experts and doctors are hopeful that the FDAโs decision to give the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine its full approval for anyone age 16 and above will help lift public confidence and push some holdouts toward getting the shots.
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Edward Waters University rolls back vaccination requirement for on-campus students
Read full article: Edward Waters University rolls back vaccination requirement for on-campus studentsAfter sending a letter to students on Monday saying that any student studying in-person must provide proof that theyโve been vaccinated against COVID-19, Edward Waters University reversed its position on Friday.
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Woman stabbed to death in Arlington apartment with children inside, police say
Read full article: Woman stabbed to death in Arlington apartment with children inside, police sayA woman was killed in a stabbing Friday morning at an apartment complex on University Boulevard near the Jacksonville University campus.
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JUโs Cinderella baseball season ends with loss to Virginia; Gators walloped by South Alabama
Read full article: JUโs Cinderella baseball season ends with loss to Virginia; Gators walloped by South AlabamaJacksonville Universityโs Cinderella run through the college baseball postseason ended with a 13-8 loss to Virginia in the Columbia Regional.
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Local connections strong on regional-bound JU baseball team
Read full article: Local connections strong on regional-bound JU baseball teamRecognize some of those names on the roster? The JU baseball roster is dotted with players who grew up right here on the First Coast and now get the chance to represent Jacksonville on a national stage.
โThis is a Cinderella story:โ JU will face Old Dominion in baseball tourney opener
Read full article: โThis is a Cinderella story:โ JU will face Old Dominion in baseball tourney openerThe Jacksonville University baseball team will start its NCAA baseball tournament in the Columbia, S.C. region and face top-seeded Old Dominion (42-14) on Friday night at 7.
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Cinderella Dolphins await assignment in NCAA baseball regionals
Read full article: Cinderella Dolphins await assignment in NCAA baseball regionalsIn the history of Jacksonville sports, there are a few teams who wore the title of Cinderella particularly well. The 1970 Jacksonville University basketball team. The 1996 Jaguars. And now, you can add the 2021 JU baseball team to the list.
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JU pulls huge upset, beats Florida Gulf Coast 17-1 to advance in ASUN tourney
Read full article: JU pulls huge upset, beats Florida Gulf Coast 17-1 to advance in ASUN tourneyNeeding a win to keep their season alive, Jacksonville University enjoyed their biggest offensive explosion of the year to keep their postseason going.
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Celebration of life planned for beloved former JU president
Read full article: Celebration of life planned for beloved former JU presidentA beloved former president of Jacksonville University who died during the COVID-19 pandemic will be honored this weekend. Dr. Frances Kinne was 102, and she died just days before her 103rd birthday.
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JU menโs soccer heading to NCAA tournament after upset win in ASUN finals
Read full article: JU menโs soccer heading to NCAA tournament after upset win in ASUN finalsAfter being saved by the rain, Jacksonville University's men's soccer team is heading to the NCAA tournament following a 2-0 win over Florida Gulf Coast in the ASUN conference finals.
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Returning to JU is โfull-circleโ for former hoops star Dee Brown
Read full article: Returning to JU is โfull-circleโ for former hoops star Dee BrownDee Brown, the former Bolles and JU basketball star turned NBA Slam Dunk champion and former pro coach, was hired this week to help the program across a number of different categories.

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