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HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ in the News
May 01, 2026
Biology Professor Discusses the Sloth World Tragedy
Bobby Fokidis, a HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ biology professor and animal physiologist, discusses the Sloth World attraction and the animal welfare concerns it has raised on Central Florida Public Media’s ENGAGE.
April 30, 2026
Political Science Professor Sheds Light on Florida's Redistricting Special Session
Patrick Rickert, an assistant professor of political science at HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ, joined FOX 13 News Tampa Bay to explain why the stakes extend beyond simple map-making when it comes to redistricting.
April 21, 2026
The Inauguration of HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ President Brooke Barnett
Spectrum News 13 shared highlights from the inauguration of HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ’s 16th president, Brooke Barnett.
April 21, 2026
A Framework for Advancement and Academic Leadership
Brooke Barnett, president of HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ and Jonathan Purvis, vice president for advancement and marketing at Butler University, wrote this opinion piece about leveraging the power of philanthropy to bring an institution’s vision to life.
April 19, 2026
Student Op-Ed: Earth Day Injustices
Makenna Gary, a senior at HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ, double majoring in biology and environmental studies, wrote this op-ed for the Orlando Sentinel exploring Earth Day injustices and Rachel Carson’s lasting impact.
April 16, 2026
Celebrating Fox Day 2026!
HLºÚÁÏÃŲ»´òìÈ's most beloved tradition, Fox Day, was celebrated on April 15. FOX 35 visited campus, talked with students, and President Brooke Barnett about the spirit of the Day.
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