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Florida Tech will launch its first intercollegiate athletics program this fall, adding multiple sports as the STEM-focused university looks to expand campus life and attract new students. The new program, known as Florida Poly Athletics, will initially include men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s basketball, baseball and softball. Hiring will begin with softball and cross country coaches as the school builds the foundation of its program, university officials said. University leaders say the addition of athletics is intended to enhance the student experience while maintaining the school’s emphasis on academic performance. “To be successful,…
If you look at how most people actually play online slots, one thing becomes pretty clear. Sessions rarely start at full speed. Players usually don’t jump to the highest bet or settle into a steady rhythm right away. In most cases, there is initially a brief period of emotional loss. Carefully spin a few times. Possibly a small stake adjustment. In some cases, you may quit immediately and switch to another game. Within product teams, this pattern is often described as a session warm-up effect. This is not part of the slot calculation itself. This simply shows how real players…
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has rolled out two limited-time ticket offers for this attraction. These sale purchases must be made by May 24th, but are valid for visits through December 13th. The Florida Four Pack offer, available to Florida residents, includes four single-day admission tickets for $167. Single-day admission is normally $77 ($67 for ages 3-11). Proof of residence is required for purchase. Please note: This offer is not valid on rocket launch days and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discounts, events or launch packages. There is a limit of 3 packages and 12 tickets total…
The American Jewish Committee (AJC) and Hillel International have released a 2025 report on the state of anti-Semitism in America. The AJC and Hillel International jointly highlighted data on how American Jewish college students have experienced anti-Semitism on college campuses over the past two years. 42% of Jewish students said they were victims of anti-Semitism. 55% said they felt unsafe and uncomfortable on their local college campus. The AJC report found that 34% of Jewish students surveyed said they avoid identifying as Jewish for fear of anti-Semitism. 60%) I avoid wearing, carrying, or displaying anything that would identify me as…
New data from the National Center for Education Statistics, the National Child Health Survey, and the State Board of Education compares safety metrics in all 50 states and ranks the safest and least safe states to attend school in America. Florida ranked 16th out of 50 states for school safety, with New Jersey and New Mexico leading the way as the safest states to attend school. Information included the number of students including teachers, career guidance counselors, and school psychologists, reporting rates of bullying, pedestrian fatalities, firearms brought to school, and safety infrastructure. Each state is scored on a maximum…
Actor John Stamos will join the Beach Boys on stage during an upcoming concert at SeaWorld Orlando, the theme park announced. The appearance, part of SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival Concert Series, is scheduled for March 22 at 7 p.m. at the park’s Bayside Stadium. Stamos has played drums with the group sporadically since the early 1980s, after appearing on “General Hospital.” He appeared in the group’s video for their 1988 hit song “Kokomo.” As an actor, he gained fame for his roles as Uncle Jesse on Full House and Dr. Tony Gates on ER. Other notable television appearances include…
Closing the book on their home-and-home series with Detroit, the Panthers will host the Red Wings on Tuesday at Amerant Bank Arena at 7 p.m. ET, before closing out the two-game homestand with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday. Sitting 11 points out of the second wild card spot in the Atlantic Division, with 19 games remaining, the Panthers are going to give it all they’ve got until the final horn sounds. “Finalizing this year, being able to make sure that the details, the culture, the way that we play, and the way we carry ourselves throughout this stretch here, finishing off is going to be the right way,” A.J. Greer said following…
If you didn’t receive a raise, you’re not alone. Wages may be higher than they were in 2020, but for many workers, daily costs are rising just as much, if not more, and they have less money than they did four years ago. However, Florida continues to outperform the rest of the nation in key economic factors such as job growth and job investment. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides annual average wage data for each state. Their study reveals U.S. states where wages have outpaced inflation since 2020 and states where workers are falling behind Their recent…
Vice President of Sustainability and Risk Management – Coca-Cola Beverage Florida Erin Black is the Senior Vice President of Sustainability and Risk Management at Coca-Cola Beverage Florida, a visionary and purpose-driven leader deeply committed to protecting Florida’s people, communities and natural resources. Her work is based on a strong belief that sustainability is both a business imperative and a responsibility to the state she proudly calls home. Erin leads company-wide sustainability, safety and risk initiatives across corporate headquarters, sales operations, warehouses, distribution networks, and food manufacturing and processing facilities. She supports strategies that promote environmental stewardship, operational resiliency and long-term…
In a surprising move just before the start of the NFL’s free agency period, the Miami Dolphins have released quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, according to team officials. Dolphins general manager John-Eric Sullivan was reportedly exploring trade options for the former franchise quarterback, but was unable to find a partner willing to take on the deal. The team ultimately made the decision to designate Tagovailoa’s release as a post-June 1 transfer, allowing Miami to absorb a significant financial hit in the short term while allowing for long-term cap relief. Under the terms of this release, Miami will have $67.2 million in dead…