Flagler College Magazine
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Marker Commemorates Legacy of Civil Rights Sit-in at the Ponce
Jul 12On the 58th anniversary of a Civil Rights sit-in that took place at the Hotel Ponce de Leon, students, faculty, staff and community leaders unveiled a marker at Flagler College commemorating the significance of that day. -
Lacrosse Launches at Flagler
Jul 12In a major milestone for Flagler College Athletics, men's and women's lacrosse began their inaugural seasons this February with the opening of the new Flagler College Lacrosse and Intramurals Field at the Flagler College Athletics Complex. The last time Flagler added a sport was in August 2014 with men's and women's indoor track and field. -
Using Discarded Oysters to Save Our Shores
Jul 12Like many coastal areas, St. Augustine is familiar with the sight of eroded shorelines after a major storm. Along with destroying homes, erosion also damages vulnerable ecosystems, leaving every aspect of the coast affected by hurricanes and tropical storms. -
Professor Teaches About Ever-Expanding Field of Psychology, And How Pandemics Affect Us
Jul 12The field of psychology has evolved significantly over the years. Tracy Litzinger, Assistant Professor of Psychology and a 1991 Flagler College alumna, says this is why it's so important to expose students to the many different avenues like human factors and industrial/organizational psychology. -
Flagler Alumna Finds Her Way to Lucasfilm
Jul 12After a couple of twists and turns in the film and television business, Flagler alumna Meredith Brace Sloss, ‘07, landed at none other than Lucasfilm, home to “Star Wars” and, of course, Baby Yoda. -
Student-built Robot Helps Coastal Environmental Program Study Tortoises
Jul 12What started as a need to help Flagler researchers study a threatened gopher tortoise has led to a campus club building a high-tech robot with a camera that is designed to carefully crawl into the animals’ burrows for a closer look. -
With start of first season, track and field looking to grow at Flagler
Jul 12Outdoor track and field joined lacrosse this year with its own inaugural season for men's and women's teams. Both started the Spring 2022 season at the University of Tampa Distance Classic in early March. -
Art Vanden Houten Named VP of Academic Affairs
Jul 12After holding the interim position for more than a year, Dr. Art Vanden Houten has been named as the next Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty at Flagler College. -
Browns Continue Their Legacy of Support for Flagler
Jul 12Brad and Mandy Crupi Brown's support for their alma mater extends beyond their donation for the new innovation center that will bear their name. From serving on boards to funding scholarships and facilities, they have been working to make a difference on the Flagler campus since graduating from the College in 1988. -
Innovation Center Becomes Reality with Support of Alumni Brad and Mandy Brown
Jul 12Of all the changes happening at Flagler College, one of the most unique will be the addition of an innovation center that promises to be much more than just a place for expensive technology and 3D printers. -
Student Interest in Psychology Rises in Popularity at Flagler
Jul 12The psychology major at Flagler has become one of the College's largest programs as the field continues to grow in popularity with students. Part of that rise, according to Assistant Professor of Psychology Tracy Litzinger is how the field continues to expand beyond traditional psychology. -
President's Letter
Jul 12Dear Flagler Family, This time of the academic year naturally lends itself to a time of reflection. As I look back over my first year at Flagler College in the role of president, one word emerges – remarkable. -
The Design of a Better Future in Haiti
Jul 12Motivated by the many tragic events and disasters that have shaken the nation of Haiti, Flagler College Assistant Professor of Art & Design Chris Smith has started using his knowledge of graphic design and virtual learning to better the lives of Haitian students looking for marketable skills. -
Flagler College Education Program Ranks First in the State
Jul 12Flagler College’s preparation of the next generation of teachers has been recognized as a top-tier education program in Florida. -
Kenan Trust Makes Largest Gift in Flagler College History
Jul 12In the largest gift in Flagler College's more than 50-year history, the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust has made a $12 million, 3-1 matching gift that will help make key investments in the College's future. -
Alumni Spotlight: Eva Gibson's Books Help Readers Realize They're Not Alone
Jul 12Eva Gibson, ’00, was in the middle of a cross-country move with a new baby and a lot of change ahead. -
Alumni Spotlight: Alumnus Stephen Tendrich Launches Pink Nail Society to Raise Awareness of Prostate Cancer
Jul 12Stephen Tendrich’s life changed forever after his father’s prostate cancer diagnosis. -
Alumni Spotlight: Marissa Harper Named Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind District Teacher of the Year
Jul 12Flagler alumna Marissa Harrer, '12, knew from a young age that she'd be a teacher. -
Leading the Way: Flagler Alumna Becomes First Female Police Chief for St. Augustine
Oct 1As a woman making her way in male-dominated careers, Jennifer Michaux, '08, has accumulated a long list of “first female” accomplishments. In March 2021, however, she snagged a big one when she was appointed chief of police for the city of St. Augustine. -
Spencer Hooker: Driven to Make a Difference
Oct 1Ask Spencer Hooker to name everything he's worked on in his short time at Flagler College, and he has to take a long pause to really think about it.