From internships to student achievements to recognition of The University of Tampa faculty and institution as a whole, the following is a running archive of UT press releases, called News Articles, and feature stories, noted as UT Life.
Posted May 19, 2014 in UT Life
One of the first things candidates for the Master of Science in instructional design and technology program do is create an elevator pitch — a 30-second description of what their career field entails.
“A lot of what we do is problem solving,” said Jonathan McKeown, the program director, noting the degree’s flexibility. “Instructional design principles are the same across industry. Whether I go into higher education or business, I figure out who their learners are and tailor learning to them.”
Posted May 14, 2014 in News
The University of Tampa has announced it will demolish a wing of a nearly 30-year-old residence hall and will break ground immediately on a new residence hall in its place.Posted May 13, 2014 in News
Former University of Tampa baseball standout Tino Martinez will be honored by the New York Yankees on June 21 for his contributions to the organization. The team will honor Martinez with a ceremony in Monument Park at Yankees Stadium.
Posted May 12, 2014 in UT Life
When William Sandoval ’14 received his diploma Saturday, he was the first member of his family to graduate from a university. And he didn’t just succeed academically. Sandoval left a mark — as president of Student Productions, the recipient of a 2014 Spartan Award for his engagement and leadership, as a residence hall head resident, as a Diplomat and as the 2013-2014 Outstanding Student Leader. He was chosen to give Saturday’s Senior Challenge.
“Though we are all very diverse in regards to our beliefs, culture, opinions and life goals, we all share the commonality of having been impacted by change agents who have made our lives a little bit better than they were before,” said Sandoval, who gave credit to his mother as his change agent. “She inspires me daily for she immigrated to the U.S. at a young age in hopes of providing her children with opportunities and resources far beyond her own reach.”
Posted May 09, 2014 in News
President Ronald Vaughn has been awarded the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) Region III President’s Award for enhancing the quality of student life on campus by supporting Student Affairs, programs and services.