UNF Brooks College of Health

06/03/2026

Your AA from Tallahassee State College is worth more than you think.

University of North Florida and TSC have launched the Career Ladder Program — a seamless transfer pathway that gives qualified TSC students direct admission into the University of North Florida's Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics (DPD concentration). No extra hoops. No lost credits. Just a clear, aligned path toward becoming a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN).

Here's what you get:
✔ Direct admission into UNF's nationally recognized DPD program
✔ Aligned coursework so your TSC credits count
✔ Flexible completion — online or on campus in Jacksonville
✔ A career focused on community health and real-world impact

If health, science and helping others drives you — this is your next step.

Talk to your TSC advisor today or visit unf.edu/brooks/nutrition to learn more.

06/02/2026

The future of healthcare leadership is being shaped by those in the field right now.

Join us for a Health Administration Virtual Information Session at the University of North Florida and hear directly from industry professionals who are leading the way.

🗓 Tuesday, July 14
🕔 5 p.m.

We are proud to feature guest speakers:
🔹 Steph Day, MHA, BSN, RN – Director, Support Services at Brooks Rehabilitation
🔹 Devon Hughes, MHA – Operations Manager, Institute of Higher Learning at Brooks Rehabilitation

Alongside program insights from Shyam Paryani, MD, MHA, FACHE and current student perspectives, this session offers a real-world look at where a degree in health administration can take you.

Whether you are exploring your options or ready to take the next step, this is your opportunity to connect, ask questions and see what your future could look like.

🔗 Register now: applynow.unf.edu/register/ha-info-714



UNF Online | UNF Health Administration | Brooks Rehabilitation

06/01/2026

When seniors invest in the lives of other seniors, that is not charity. That is a community rising to its true north.

The University of North Florida Brooks College of Health is proud to celebrate another year of partnership with Vicar's Landing, whose annual Charity Classic directly supports the UNF Meals on Wings program. Since 2018, Meals on Wings has recovered more than 185,000 pounds of food and delivered more than 225,000 meals to homebound seniors across NE FLorida.

Housed within the UNF Center for Nutrition and Food Security, Meals on Wings is a student-led initiative that recovers surplus prepared food from local hospitals and delivers nutritious, ready-to-eat meals to seniors in low-income communities. In Duval County, 1 in 7 seniors experiences food insecurity, a rate nearly double the national average. This program meets that need head-on.

At the heart of this partnership is D. Bruce Jones, CEO of Vicar's Landing Senior Services and chair of the B*H Leadership Institute at UNF. A former chair of the Brooks College of Health Dean's Council, Jones has built a career around elevating quality of life for seniors across North Florida. His commitment goes far beyond a check presentation. He is a co-author of what this work produces: healthier seniors, better-prepared health professionals and a stronger Northeast Florida community.

To support UNF Meals on Wings, volunteer or explore a Brooks College of Health community partnership, visit unf.edu/brooks/mow. 💙



UNF Food Recovery | UNF Nutrition & Dietetics Department

06/01/2026

The wellness industry is expanding. Strong leadership is essential.

UNF Brooks College of Health and Arthur Murray are preparing the next generation of studio leaders through the online LifeStyle Management program.

Join our virtual info session:

📅 July 14 | 5 p.m.

Ready to lead? Register here: applynow.unf.edu/register/ha-info-714



UNF Online | The Graduate School | UNF Health Administration

05/29/2026

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05/28/2026

UNF Day at Cypress Village: A Celebration of Lifelong Learning and Opportunity
Cypress Village was thrilled to host UNF Day—a dynamic celebration of education, growth, and connection within our community.
This special event was designed to inspire everyone—residents embracing lifelong learning, employees exploring career advancement, and family members seeking new educational pathways.
We were honored to welcome outstanding leaders from the University of North Florida, including:
--Deans Mei Zhao, Michelle Boling, and Julie Merten, who shared insights into the exciting programs within the Brooks College of Health
--Zach Freesman, Assistant Head Coach, who energized the audience with updates on the upcoming UNF Basketball season and team highlights
--Keith Bradshaw, who provided valuable admissions guidance
--Shyam Paryani, MD, MHA, FACHE, who announced the launch of a new Lifestyle Enrichment Educational Series designed especially for Cypress Village residents and
---Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti, Interim President, who delivered an inspiring vision for education and community partnership

The session was expertly moderated by Ty Morgan, Executive Director, ensuring a thoughtful and engaging experience for all.
A heartfelt thank you to Sarra Ninya, Breanne Eagle, and Katie Amador for their outstanding efforts in organizing such a meaningful and successful day.
Events like UNF Day highlight the power of partnership, lifelong learning, and community engagement—and we look forward to many more opportunities to grow together.

Thanks also to Erin Duggan, Greg Gutkowski, Leigh Palmer, CAP®, Heiko Leyhausen, Kateryna Burak, and others for supporting UNF Day!
University of North Florida, UNF Health Administration, UNF Alumni

05/27/2026

Big things are happening in UNF Public Health. 🦅

UNF junior Sariah Fisher earned an Undergraduate Research Scholarship and Creative Activities (U-RSCA) Training Grant to join the CLEAR study, a research initiative examining health behaviors, substance use, stress management and coping skills among college students.

Working alongside Dr. Nishi Dsouza and in partnership with CivCom and To***co Free Florida Jacksonville's NextGen Initiative, Sariah is collecting and analyzing real data that could shape how communities prevent addiction and support youth wellness.

This summer, she's doing the work. This fall, she'll share what she found.

At UNF, undergraduate research isn't a résumé line. It's a launchpad. UNF Office of Undergraduate Research

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05/26/2026

Big news for healthcare professionals in our community — registration is officially open for the International Healthcare Symposium 2026.

IHS2026 brings together healthcare executives, clinicians, government leaders, and industry innovators for two focused days on AI and digital health in practice. Sessions go deep on cybersecurity, workforce strategy, physician leadership, digital nursing innovation and senior living — all built around what organizations are doing right now, with national keynote voices from the AMA, Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, Mayor Donna Deegan and more.

📅 Oct. 21–22, 2026
📍 University of North Florida, Adam W. Herbert University Center — Jacksonville, FL

💰 Early Bird Two-Day Pass: $299 (ends Aug. 1)
One-Day Pass: $199 (regular $225)
Student Pass: $149

Seats are limited. Secure yours at 👉 healthcaresymposium.unf.edu

Presented by the University of North Florida and the Duval County Medical Society Foundation, in partnership with UNF's Brooks College of Health.