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| Gov. Jeb Bush demonstrates the "Gator Chomp" for President Charles Young, Chairman Marshall Criser, UF Trustees Dianna Morgan, Carlos Alfonso and Marc Adler and UF mascots Albert and Alberta. (UF Photo by Ray Carson) More photos... |
Gators Swamp Capitol
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. » In an unprecedented demonstration of Gator pride and spirit, nine University of Florida Trustees, joined by UF President Charles Young and by members of the senior administration, spent Wednesday, March 6, meeting with Florida legislators and with government officials in a concentrated, one-day capital blitz.
Supporting the intensive effort to bring UF's message to Tallahassee was strong representation from various UF colleges and programs as well as the attendance of new UF head football coach Ron Zook and past Gator and NFL Hall of Famer Jack Youngblood.
Two resolutions honoring the university and its academic and athletic programs were each read and passed in both houses. Government administrators and legislators had a one-on-one opportunity to hear UF priorities as well as enjoying the chance to pose with UF mascots Albert and Alberta.
The night before UF Day, Trustee Cindy O'Connell welcomed Gator friends and supporters including trustees, UF Alumni Association President Delphine Jackson and incoming President Dave Mica, to a reception at the O'Connell Farm. To view additional photos, visit http://www.pr.ufl.edu/pointsofpride/20020314photos.html
Young Makes HSC Appointments
GAINESVILLE, Fla. » UF President Charles Young has named Dr. Doug Barrett, who currently serves as chair of the Department of Pediatrics, the Vice President for Health Affairs. Dr. Craig Tisher, who currently serves as Senior Associate Dean, has been named Interim Dean for the College of Medicine. See full story at http://www.pr.ufl.edu/pointsofpride/20020314a.html
…But Can They Pick Up Radio Signals?
GAINESVILLE, Fla. » In a paper accepted last month by the journal
Brain, Behavior and Evolution, UF researchers argue that manatees use
small hairs on their body as "tiny antennas" that pick up information
about water currents, nearby landscape and the presence of other animals.
Such an "underwater distance tactile system" is found in fish,
which monitor underwater surroundings through sensory pores set along
their bodies in twin lateral lines. But the results represent the first
time such a system has been documented in mammals, the scientists say.
See full story at http://www.napa.ufl.edu/2002news/manatee.htm
Now If They Can Invent A Way To Find Lost Luggage
GAINESVILLE, Fla. » A University of Florida-led research team has developed a new mathematical approach to airline scheduling that could lead to substantial savings for United Airlines, which helped sponsor the research, and eventually for other airlines as well. A team composed of researchers from UF, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and United created a mathematical model that helps the airline identify the most profitable assignment of planes to flight legs and determine "through connections" between flights. The model, which relies on complex algorithms, is predicted to save the airline as much as $25 million annually and improve customer satisfaction once it is fully implemented. See full story at http://www.napa.ufl.edu/2002news/airschedule.htm
At a Glance
UF's College Bowl team, which represents the university in academic competitions across the nation, recently took first place in three major tournaments, a first in the Southeast. The team also won two tournaments in the fall and four last year. The team, which has been a part of the Reitz Union since 1951, is a student group in the Office of Student Activities.
Nagao Mako, president of Kyoto University in Japan, has offered UF agroforestry Professor P.K. Nair an honorary doctor of agriculture degree. The degree, to be awarded at a ceremony March 29 in Kyoto, recognizes Nair's academic achievements and outstanding research and education activities in agroforestry. Kyoto University, where Nair spent his Faculty Development Leave, is the second largest university in Japan.
UFactoid
Did you know that....
The University of Florida Levin College of Law is ranked third in the nation and first in Florida in the list of the "Top 10 Law Schools for Hispanic Students" in the March 2002 issue of Hispanic Business Magazine? The University of Texas at Austin topped the list, followed by the University of New Mexico. Other Florida schools on the list are Miami (#6) and Nova Southeastern (#10).
UF in the News
Dean Dennis Jett writes in Newsday about American war coverage abroad:
http://www.newsday.com/news/opinion/ny-vpjet272603913feb27.story
Paul Sotkiewicz, director of energy studies at UF's Public Utility Research
Center writes in Newsday about Enron:
http://www.newsday.com/news/opinion/ny-vpsot272603907feb27.story?coll=ny%2Dviewpoints%2Dheadlines