Category: Spotlight

Taylor Munson: “I would not be where I am today without the EEP”

Taylor Munson began her journey with the University of Florida as a volunteer at UF Health Jacksonville. Just over four years later, she now works as a clinical research coordinator III in the department of Emergency Medicine Research and holds a master’s degree from the University of North Florida — successes she credits in part to UF’s Employee Education Program, or EEP.

Read on to learn more about her experience with the program.

Shakira Henderson named UF College of Nursing dean

Henderson will also become the associate vice president for nursing education, practice, and research — or System Chief Nurse Executive — for UF Health.

Rob Ferl leads National Academies panel on future of space research

UF professor Rob Ferl, Ph.D., has spent his career working with NASA to understand what happens to Earth’s living organisms on the journey to space.

Get to know EAP therapist Devin Shorey

Devin Shorey is a licensed mental health counselor who has a wide range of experience with a variety of mental health and relationship issues.

Get to know EAP therapist Massiel Snow

Massiel Snow recently joined the University of Florida as a new Employee Assistance Program, or EAP, counselor.

President Sasse begins strategic planning process

UF President Ben Sasse, Ph.D., has launched a yearlong strategic planning process to chart UF’s course through the next decade.

Laurie Mintz included in Forbes’ 50 Over 50 list

UF Department of Psychology Professor Laurie Mintz, Ph.D., was recently included in Forbes’ 50 Over 50 list in honor of her advocacy for sex positivity.

Building a community of practice with the ALAP program

Find out how the ALAP program helped Thiyagarajah become a more effective leader at the University of Florida.

2023 Superior Accomplishment Awards recognize outstanding and meritorious service

Sixteen staff and faculty members representing a wide range of experience and hailing from UF locations throughout the state of Florida were recognized for their outstanding service in a ceremony held this morning at the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom. 

Hosted by UF President Ben Sasse, Ph.D., UFHR Interim Vice President Melissa Curry and UFHR Interim Assistant Vice President Bob Parks, Ph.D., the 2023 Superior Accomplishment Awards recognized faculty and staff who have contributed outstanding and meritorious service, efficiency and/or economy, or to the quality of life for students and employees.

How the UF Academy helped a leader build a cross-campus network

Find out how the UF Academy helped Stedman expand her understanding of UF while building a network of cross-campus leaders.