Turtles Alter Nesting Dates Due To Temperature Change Nov 21, 2008
8, 2004) Loggerhead sea turtles along Florida's Atlantic coast are laying their eggs about 10 days earlier than they did 15 years ago, a change that a University of Central Florida researcher believes was. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Infantryman doing his part to build Iraq back up Nov 18, 2008
I am going to get out and pursue an education at the University of Central Florida. Q. What would you like to say to your family at home. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Got photos of polar bears in the wild? Nov 18, 2008
University Of Central FloridaThe Polar Bear Photo-identification Library offers these profiles as examples of usable photos ... Waterman, an associate professor of biology at the University of Central Florida, often camped out in frigid weather to study the bears, which are listed as "vulnerable" on the of Threatened Species. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Edgewood worth the wait (list) Nov 18, 2008
Graduated with bachelor's degree from Denison University in Grandville, Ohio; master's and doctorate from University of Central Florida in Orlando. Previous employment: Principal at Hoover Middle; assistant principal at Rockledge High, and Cocoa Beach Jr./Sr. (Florida Today)
Feeney's out, but he leaves door open Nov 17, 2008
Aubrey Jewett, a political science professor at University of Central Florida, worked in Feeney's office during a sabbatical. He believes Feeney didn't knowingly do anything wrong when he took the trip. (Florida Today)
Halifax proposes to renew 'union' with Bert Fish Nov 16, 2008
Still, Aaron Liberman, a professor of health management at the University of Central Florida, said Bert Fish Medical Center's operating margin -- at 1. 3 percent in 2007 -- is generally considered in the hospital industry to be a less-than-satisfactory financial condition. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Coaching hunt grade 'insults' WVU official Nov 14, 2008
"We do care here at WVU," said Jennifer McIntosh, director of the Office of Social Justice, a day after the Black Coaches and Administrators unveiled its fifth annual Minority Hiring Report Card surveyed by University of Central Florida researchers. "This is very important. This isn't just publicity. This is how we genuinely feel. "It's very painful because I work so hard to do what I do. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Commentary: It's time for college football to change Nov 12, 2008
A report released on Nov. 6 by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport at the University of Central Florida revealed the current landscape of college football has the fewest black coaches in 15 years. The number will dwindle down to four out of 119 Division 1-A teams after the 2008 season with the dismissals of Washington s Ty Willingham and Kanas State s Ron Prince. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Loggerhead Turtle Release To Provide Vital Information To Scientific Community Nov 12, 2008
12, 2008) On Thursday, November 6, 2008, Dr. Kirt Rusenko, Marine Conservationist, and staff from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton will release two juvenile loggerhead sea turtles raised in captivity into the Indian River Lagoon near Sebastian Inlet. The loggerheads, dubbed Milton and FeeBee, hatched on Boca Raton's beaches in July 2002 and were part of a sex ratio study conducted by Dr. Jeanette Wyneken of Florida Atlantic University. (Science Daily)
Denver Broncos Sign Running Back Nov 12, 2008
Haynes, who entered the NFL with the Ravens in 2005 as a college free agent from the University of Central Florida, has seen time on the rosters of Baltimore (2005, 08) and Carolina (2005-07) during his NFL career. He appeared in all nine career games played with the Panthers last season, rushing three times for three yards while catching three passes for 14 yards and posting three tackles on special teams. (BroncosUpdate.com)
Stroke patients soon may have fun, high-tech tool Nov 11, 2008
Eileen Smith, a professor at the University of Central Florida, is helping develop a virtual environment that will help stroke victims increase their range of motion. The University of Central Florida will immerse stroke survivors in a virtual world full of flying insects to help expand their range of movement. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Survey: president should address mortgage issues Nov 11, 2008
The $700 billion bailout was meant to ease the credit crunch, but some economists believe more could be done to keep families in their homes, said Bill Weaver, real estate professor at the University of Central Florida. Weaver said giving bankruptcy courts the direct power to change existing residential loan interest rates could help the mortgage situation. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Seminole offers similar program Nov 10, 2008
Jose "Joey" Diaz struggled for two years studying engineering at the University of Central Florida. "I didn't know how to handle the responsibilities. It wasn't going well," said the 25-year-old Pine Ridge High School graduate, a Deltona resident who was born in Puerto Rico. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Let's shine more light on public records Nov 9, 2008
And why copies of professors' conflict-of-interest forms would cost me $675 at Florida State University and $6,000 at the University of Central Florida -- for the same records. I asked: How many Brevard County residents could afford to spend more than a week's pay for public information they have a right to see. (Florida Today)
Study: Black coach numbers lowest in 15 years Nov 8, 2008
The report by The Institute for Diversity and Ethics in Sport at the University of Central Florida polled every major college on the ethnicity of its coaches, athletic directors, presidents, faculty, student athletes and NCAA faculty representatives. "While the percentages are slightly better, the general picture is still one of white men running college sport," said Richard Lapchick, the report's co-author. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Woman works 5 jobs to help family Nov 7, 2008
When she moved to Florida a few years ago to live with her sister, she attended the University of Central Florida where she earned her elementary education degree in 2007. With the recent layoffs by the school district, finding a steady teaching job is going to be very difficult. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Men's Lacrosse Announces 2009 Schedule and Captains Nov 7, 2008
Following its season opener against the Lions, the Panthers will face-off against the University of Central Florida (MCLA) before returning home to Long Island to host the first of five home contests on Competition Field against the Rochester Institute of Technology on February 27. "With a competitive schedule, great senior leadership and a brand new Field, the sixty-first edition of Panthers men's lacrosse squad looks to be an exciting one for all involved," Purdie said. (Aupanthers.com)
UCF's Watters' influence runs deep Nov 6, 2008
University of Central Florida wide receiver Jamar Newsome, left, runs for a 54-yard touchdown after catching a pass from quarterback Michael Greco as East Carolina defensive backs Cliff Perryman (40) and Van Eskridge (4) give chase during their game Sunday in Orlando. (AP). (Florida Today)
Voters excited to be part of historic election Nov 6, 2008
20, an electrical engineering student at University of Central Florida, has been watching the line of voters from his dormitory window. Gysi voted for McCain via absentee ballot last month. (CNN -- US)
Fla. plays role in 3Q bank losses Nov 6, 2008
If home values keep going down, a bank will want to make sure both the borrower and the lender have enough to cover any potential losses, which means the bank will require a higher income for borrowers to qualify for the loan and a larger amount as a down payment, said Dr. Stanley D. Smith, professor of finance at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. What that s going to do is increase credit standards. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Bowler sets county record with 825 series Nov 5, 2008
As a student at the University of Central Florida, bowler Michelle Carcagente didn't have much time to celebrate her recent record-setting 825 series. "Just went back home and did some homework and went to sleep," she said. (Florida Today)
Exit polls: Obama wins young, minority voters Nov 5, 2008
Students wait in a long line to vote Tuesday on the campus of the University of Central Florida. Voters in the 18 to 24 age group broke 68 percent for Obama to 30 percent for John McCain, according to the exit polling. (CNN -- US)
Obama wins Florida en route to White House Nov 5, 2008
At a precinct at the University of Central Florida in Orlando, 18-year-old Ben Schwartz was the last in line behind about 500 other students waiting in the dark. "I had stuff to do all day and I kind of procrastinated a little bit," Schwartz said. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Economic storm hitting small businesses hard Nov 4, 2008
Sean Snaith, director of the institute for economic competitiveness at the University of Central Florida, agrees. Concerns about the economy and credit markets are so strong now, the issue has become one of contention in today's presidential election. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Again, Florida could be won by a few votes Nov 4, 2008
I hope not, said Aubrey Jewett, a University of Central Florida political science professor. If it does, its time for all Floridians to go buy lottery tickets. (Florida Today)
OT field goal lifts E. Carolina over UCF 13-10 Nov 4, 2008
- East Carolina placekicker Ben Hartman drilled a 39-yard field goal in overtime to lift the Pirates to a 13-10 win over the University of Central Florida. The Pirates improved to 5-3 this season, 3-1 in Conference USA play. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Ex-UCF player discusses Plancher, workout on OTL Nov 2, 2008
In an interview to air Sunday on ESPN's "Outside the Lines," a former University of Central Florida football player speaks publicly for the first time about the March 18, 2008, workout at which a teammate collapsed and died. Former Central Florida running back James Jamison says during his interview with OTL that Ereck Plancher, a redshirt freshman wide receiver, struggled at the workout and that coaches have understated the difficulty of the drills. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Florida's tight presidential race makes turnout crucial Nov 2, 2008
"Florida, I do think, is critical for McCain," said Aubrey Jewett, a University of Central Florida political science professor. Florida's importance in presidential races is nothing new. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
FAU Men's Soccer Wins In Last Minute Over UCF Nov 2, 2008
ORLANDO, FL - With only 24 seconds remaining in regulation, freshman scored on a assist to beat the University of Central Florida Knights 1-0. The goal was King's second of the season and Piccoletti's first assist. (Fausports.com)
Brevard confronts homeless 'crisis' Nov 1, 2008
Dr. James Wright, a sociology professor at the University of Central Florida, expects this trend to continue. "Locally, we could see 9, 9.5 percent unemployment -- possibly even 10 percent unemployment -- before this current economic run is over," Wright said. (Florida Today)
Men's Tennis Plays Well on Day One Nov 1, 2008
BOCA RATON, FL - Florida Atlantic University had a storng showing at the University of Central Florida Invite by capturing seven of nine matches played in day one. captured his Flight A singles match with a three set victory over Georgia State's Martin Shiskhov 6-2, 3-6, 6-3. (Fausports.com)
Hindsight near 20:20 for chimps Oct 31, 2008
- An August conference presentation by a University of Central Florida researcher touted the frolicking, profligate mating of male South African squirrels, enhanced, the researcher hypothesized, by the fact that they re hung. The typical proportional equivalency for human male genitals, she said, would be 13 inches. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Top 5 Halloween myths debunked Oct 31, 2008
The percentage of Americans who believe in is at a dangerously high level, says University of Central Florida physicist Costas Efthimiou, who debunks pseudoscientific ideas in attempts to enhance public literacy. Here is the outline of the belief: Legend has it that vampires feed on human blood, and once bitten, the victim also becomes a vampire and starts feasting on the blood of others. (Yahoo News)
US Fed cuts key interest rate - how low can it go?(updated) Oct 30, 2008
"If conditions deteriorate considerably, the Fed could go down to zero. It is absolutely a possibility, but I don't believe it is likely.'' Yet even if the Fed were to lower its key rate to zero, that might not reverse the bunker mentality of consumers and lead them to ramp up spending. More than in recent recessions, consumers have retrenched as vanishing jobs, shrinking paychecks and nest eggs, and sinking home values have made them feel less wealthy and less inclined to spend. Consumer... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Fed cuts to tackle 'turmoil' Oct 30, 2008
A U.S. recession is now a foregone conclusion and the Fed is doing whatever it can to prevent the slump from becoming longer and deeper than necessary, explained Sean Snaith, an economics professor and director of the Institute for Economic Competitiveness at the University of Central Florida. A lower Fed rate would normally lead to lower mortgage rates and business lending rates. (Globe and Mail)
Proof expected of looming recession Oct 30, 2008
"During the peak of the housing boom, Florida's unemployment rate was as low as 3.3 percent, well below the national average," said Sean Snaith, director of the Institute for Economic Competitiveness at the University of Central Florida. "Now we're above the national rate." In St. Lucie County, unemployment is running at 10. (The Palm Beach Post)
Analysis: How low can Fed go on rates? Oct 30, 2008
The problem is not the interest rate, said Sean Snaith, an economics professor at the University of Central Florida. It is that no one is willing to loan, regardless of what the rate is. (AZCentral -- News)
Bruins Tie for Ninth at Isleworth Oct 29, 2008
The UCLA men's golf team tied for ninth place Tuesday at the Isleworth Collegiate, which was hosted by the University of Central Florida. The Bruins posted a team score of 302 (+14) in the final round and finished with a 54-hole total of 902 (+38). (Uclabruins.com)
Tulsa routs Central Florida Oct 28, 2008
David Johnson threw for 264 yards and a touchdown, ran for two more scores and No. 19 Tulsa overpowered the University of Central Florida, 49-19, last night in the Golden Hurricane's first game in the Top 25 in 17 years. Damaris Johnson made up for a critical first-half fumble by returning the second-half kickoff 70 yards to set up a go-ahead touchdown. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Experience vs. a fresh look Oct 27, 2008
Having just earned his degree from the University of Central Florida in August, he is the chairman of Brevard County's Democratic Party. "My wife asked me why I wanted to do this," he said. (Florida Today)
Strategists focus on Florida strongholds Oct 27, 2008
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Bicycle ministry gives region's farmworkers a lift Oct 26, 2008
The bicycle drive is a way to connect with farmworkers who work hard and endanger their health by being exposed to pesticides while earning low wages, said another volunteer, Dominique Aulisio, 19, of Orlando, a sophomore theater student at the University of Central Florida. "I've had so much privilege in my life," Aulisio said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Incumbent faces longtime local for District 32 seat Oct 26, 2008
Steve Crisafulli Party: Republican Age: 37 Occupation: Vice president of Crisafulli Enterprises Inc. and Crisafulli Builders Inc. (family agribusiness, cattle, citrus, real estate brokers) Residence: Merritt Island Years in Brevard: 36 Education: Associate degree, Brevard Community College, 1993; bachelor's degree, University of Central Florida, 1996 Political experience: Supervisor of Brevard County Soil and Water Conservation District, Group 2 Other experience: Past president and current... (Florida Today)
I DO, I DO: Distance couldn't keep them apart Oct 26, 2008
Ebonee, meanwhile, went to college and majored in broadcast journalism at the University of Central Florida, where she joined the Golden Key International Honor Society. All the while, she stayed in close touch with Reggie. (Florida Times-Union)
Hospital's start thrills veterans Oct 25, 2008
The Orlando center will be in the Lake Nona Science and Technology Park near the University of Central Florida College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Nemours Children's Hospital and Burnham Institute for Medical Research. Michele Reid said it would make it so much easier if her husband had to go no farther than Orlando when he needs hospital treatment. (Florida Today)
Brevard reefs offer lots of green (turtles) Oct 25, 2008
She received a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in biology at the University of Central Florida. She is now a doctoral candidate at the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute at Florida Atlantic University in Fort Pierce. (Florida Today)
Ask the Experts: NFC Edition Oct 25, 2008
Tom Marino: Well, Josh, the University of Central Florida is a long way from the NFL. Also keep in mind that the Lions are trailing in many games and the opportunity to give a back 20 to 25 times is limited when your club is trying to play catch up as is the case with the Lions. Ed Thompson: While Smith is a respectable talent, I have to disagree with the assessment that he's the best of the rookies. (BearReport.com)
Gaylord High School graduate Carey promoted to Air Force brigadier general Oct 25, 2008
Carey graduated in 1978 from Gaylord High School and received a bachelor s degree in 1982 from the University of Central Florida, Orlando. He earned his master s degree in 1988 from the University of Oklahoma, Norman. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
SOFTBALL RELEASES 2009 SCHEDULE Oct 24, 2008
The Mavs open the 2009 campaign in Orlando, FL at the University of Central Florida Tournament on Feb. 13-15, where they will match-up against Tennessee, host UCF, Bowling Green, George Mason, and South Carolina in the three-day event. Sandwiched between tournaments is a match-up on the road against Big 12 opponent-University of Texas on Feb.17. (Utamavs.com)
Game 1 a dream for Phils fan at Trop Oct 24, 2008
Gvozdenovich, a student at the University of Central Florida and a diehard Phillies fan, needed to journey only a short distance to Tropicana Field -- and little did he know what a night it would be. While the majority of the Trop fell silent when into the right-field seats in the first inning of Game 1, Gvozdenovich, a native of south New Jersey, found himself in one of those priceless right-place-at-right-time situations. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Surfers hit waves for AAU tourney Oct 24, 2008
"That would be really awesome to get one of those spots," said McLean, a Cocoa Beach resident who formerly was on the University of Central Florida surf team. "Just to be in that contest . . . my ultimate goal would be to surf with those pros.". (Florida Today)
Former Women's Golfer Alejandra Diaz-Calderon Awarded John McLendon Scholarship Oct 24, 2008
Diaz-Calderon has been accepted to the University of Central Florida's DeVos Master in Sports Business Management program ... The other four winners of the 2008 John McLendon Memorial Minority Postgraduate Scholarship include Keenan Blalark (Northern Illinois), Keunta Miles (University of Central Florida), Araceli Ortiz (Stanford University) and Carl Pendleton II (University of Oklahoma). (Und.com)
Union issue shakes up race Oct 23, 2008
com Lisa Cullen Party: Republican Age: 43 Occupation: Training administrator City: Cocoa Years in Brevard: 30 Education: Associate of Arts, Brevard Community College, 1985; Bachelor of Science in business, accounting, University of Central Florida, 1990; Florida State University, certified Florida collectors assistant, 1992 Political experience: None Other experience: Director of title and registration, Brevard County Tax Collector's Office; elected chairperson, Central Florida Coalition, 2005,... (Florida Today)
Pierson wedding (182) Oct 23, 2008
He is presently attending physical therapy school at the University of Central Florida. After a honeymoon cruise to the Bahamas, the couple is now residing in Orlando. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
UCF student held after dorm explosion Oct 21, 2008
ORLANDO -- A University of Central Florida student was arrested after an explosion in his dorm room while he was allegedly trying to melt down a prescription medicine to make a more powerful drug, police said in a report from FLORIDA TODAY news partner WKMG Local 6 News. Wendell Davis McKee, 19, has been charged with first-degree arson, manufacturing a controlled substance within a 1,000 feet of a college and sale or delivery of a controlled substance, UCF police spokeswoman Jeannette Emert... (Florida Today)
Sheriff's candidates don't see eye-to-eye Oct 21, 2008
Jack ParkerParty: Republican Age: 46 Occupation: Brevard County sheriffCity: Merritt Island Years in Brevard: 33 Education: Cocoa Beach High School, 1980; associate of arts, Brevard Community College, 1986; bachelor of arts, University of Central Florida, public administration; graduate, Law Enforcement Academy, Corrections Academy and Firefighting Academy Political experience: Sheriff, 2005-present Other experience: Brevard County Sheriff's Office, positions including patrol major, jail... (Florida Today)
More of this story Oct 20, 2008
Tulsa returns to battle next week for a Sunday game will University of Central Florida. Kickoff is schedule for 7 p.m. at Chapman Stadium. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Sucher wins amateur title Oct 20, 2008
But Sucher held on with a final-round 68, giving him a three-round total of 3-under-par 207 and a three-shot victory over Bartram Trail High School senior Julian Suri (69) and University of Central Florida senior David Johnson (72). "It was very tough out there," said Sucher, a University of Alabama-Birmingham senior who's 53rd in the most recent Golfweek college rankings. (Florida Times-Union)
Amendment 2 could be considered vague Oct 19, 2008
Aubrey Jewett, political science professor at the University of Central Florida, said he thinks the amendment wouldn't affect domestic unions because proposed amendments need to be very clear and not apply to more than one thing. If it wasn't clear, he thinks the Florida Supreme Court wouldn't have approved it for the ballot. (Florida Times-Union)
Student an Astronaut Scholar Oct 18, 2008
The 20-year-old University of Central Florida junior didn't even take a serious interest in engineering until her junior year at Satellite High ... Apollo 7 astronaut Walt Cunningham presents an oversized scholarship check for $10,000 to Suntree native and University of Central Florida junior Ashley Ewh ... School: Junior at the University of Central Florida; 2006 Satellite High graduate. (Florida Today)
ERAU strives to create top homeland security program Oct 17, 2008
Stephen Sloan, a University of Central Florida professor and terrorism expert, called many of these homeland security programs "very uneven" and added: "In many instances, institutions were doing it to jump into what was viewed to be a growing market.". Other schools developed certificate programs that focused more on turning out low-wage security guards -- and making money. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Women's Basketball Starts Practice Friday Oct 17, 2008
The Deacons will host Coppin State and Presbyterian before heading south for the University of Central Florida Tournament set for December 19-21. Wake Forest will open with UCF on the 19th and follow with Ole Miss on the 21st. (Wakeforestsports.com)
Races to Watch: A Florida Republican Tries to Survive Abramaoff Oct 17, 2008
and how can you call yourself a rookie when you've been 20 years in public life," said Kosmas, who has stressed expanding healthcare and alternative energy in addition to hammering Feeney on ethics in government. Political analyst and University of Central Florida professor Aubrey Jewett, who also resides in Feeney's district, said the ad could backfire as otherwise unengaged voters get clued in. "If they had asked me, I would have suggested not to run it," Jewett said. "It's hard to say exactly... (Time.com)
At BCC, women run the show Oct 16, 2008
Bachelor of arts in humanities from University of Central Florida and master's in English from University of Central Florida. Most recommended articles. (Florida Today)
High Mortality Of Endangered Loggerhead Sea Turtles In Baja California Oct 16, 2008
8, 2004) Loggerhead sea turtles along Florida's Atlantic coast are laying their eggs about 10 days earlier than they did 15 years ago, a change that a University of Central Florida researcher believes was. . (Science Daily)
