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USF Attracts Nurses To New Degree Program, Tampa

By Megan Hendricks Tuesday, July 17, 2012
USF redesigns degree program for nurses to meet needs cited by community members as well as healthcare professionals.

Florida Summer Camps Innovate To Meet Urgent STEM Needs

By Chris Kuhn Tuesday, July 17, 2012
A unique mix of STEM summer camps in Tampa Bay sets out to connect students with greater knowledge and confidence while preparing them to join the workforce with the abilities necessary to land in real jobs.

SWOT Analysis By USFSP Student Helps Haiti Clinic

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Marketing studies in Third World nations examine strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats much like they do in the U.S., but the data collected, the solutions proposed and the outcomes projected look vastly different.

Tampa Bay Shines, Front Row Tampa Bay

By Diane Egner Tuesday, July 10, 2012
Tampa Bay Shines and Front Row Tampa Bay aim to attract investors in the region by showcasing people, places and things that promote civic pride.

Tampa Hackathon: Citizen Solvers Code For A Cause

By Nathan Schwagler Friday, June 29, 2012
Wouldn't it be cool if .... ? The city of Tampa's first hack-a-thon attracted about 75 techies and geeks with new and creative ideas for apps to communicate information, solve perceived ineffciencies and provide new services to the public.

Happy July 4th From 83 Degrees Media

By Diane Egner Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Florida's beaches and entertainment spots beckon as we celebrate our nation's roots and enjoy a mid-summer break with family and friends.

USF Diabetes Center Targets Type 1 In Families

By Janan Talafer Tuesday, June 19, 2012
The new Family Centered Diabetes Center at the University of South Florida ramps up the university's goal of being a major player in the cure for diabetes. It brings together cutting-edge research, clinical trials, medical treatment, education and counseling in one setting. Dr. Sureka Bollepali is among the physicians there who hopes to make a difference for Tampa Bay families.

St. Petersburg Satellite Reef: Florida Craftsmen Gallery

By Diane Egner Tuesday, June 19, 2012
More than 280 crochet artists contributed to the colorful indoor coral reef on display at the Florida Craftsmen Gallery on Central Avenue in downtown St. Petersburg.

Spring Hill Mother, Daughter Craft Custom Cookies

By Matt Spencer Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Spring Hill-based home bakery ButterWinks is gradually earning a following for its striking hand-crafted sugar cookies and unique designs. Mother-daughter duo Mallory Chiavacci and Shelley Brown credit Florida's Cottage Food Law, passed in 2011, for enabling budding entrepreneurs like themselves to turn their talents in the kitchen into a business.

LessMoney Conference Inspires, Influences With Ideas, Lessons Learned

By Megan Voeller Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Florida-based entrepreneurs Allan Branch and Steven Bristol share lessons they've learned as entrepreneurs and web pioneers with anyone who will listen as part of their LessMoney, LessEverything conferences. Latest stop: St. Petersburg.

Photo Slideshow: Safari Chopper, St. Petersburg

By Julie Busch Branaman Tuesday, June 05, 2012
Where can you order lunch or dinner, jump on a helicopter, take a buzz around the city and return in time to find your order waiting? Safari Chopper outside the Hangar Restaurant in downtown St. Petersburg.

Superheroes Help Kids Learn STEM Subjects, Tampa

By Diane Egner Tuesday, June 05, 2012
The Scientific League of Superheroes helps elementary school students learn about science, technology, engineering and math through the antics of cartoon characters.

Craftwork: More People Pursue Passion To Make Things By Hand

By Douglas Trattner Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Blame it on the recession or chalk it up to a generation of people who prefer vinyl records to MP3s, but the trend toward creative entrepreneurship is real and rising. People value authenticity, and that often comes in the form of a handmade object with pedigree and a good story to boot. Folks from all walks of life across the nation are trading in their "day jobs" to pursue their passions.

Changing The Narrative: 83 Degrees Stories Attract Local & Global Readers

By Diane Egner Tuesday, May 29, 2012
83 Degrees Media consistently aims to change the narrative about the Tampa Bay region by featuring stories about thought leaders, rising stars, innovations, global diversity and sense of place.

Connections: Entrepreneur Clubs Ideate, Create Solutions For the World

By Chris Kuhn Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Increasingly popular academic programs in entrepreneurship at the University of Tampa and the University of South Florida St. Petersburg attract creative, independent thinkers intent on developing their ideas for the global marketplace.
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