Flagler College Magazine

On 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.

In 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.

Like 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.

The 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.

After 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.

What 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.

Outdoor 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.

After 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.

Brad 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.

Of 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.

The 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.

Dear 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.

Motivated 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’s preparation of the next generation of teachers has been recognized as a top-tier education program in Florida.

In 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.

Eva Gibson, ’00, was in the middle of a cross-country move with a new baby and a lot of change ahead.

Stephen Tendrich’s life changed forever after his father’s prostate cancer diagnosis.

Flagler alumna Marissa Harrer, '12, knew from a young age that she'd be a teacher.

As 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.

Ask 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.