Schools & Kids
Saturday, June 13, 2026 · Apopka
UCF Scientist Cracks Bacterial Defense Using Cow Peptide
A UCF researcher discovered that a cow-derived peptide forces drug-resistant bacteria to abandon their protective coating, potentially opening a path for antibiotics to work more effectively.
South College Orlando graduates 300 healthcare students in largest ceremony
South College Orlando graduated nearly 300 healthcare students on June 12, the largest commencement in campus history.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
UCF Researcher Tests Probiotic Against Esophageal Cancer
A UCF researcher received $380,000 to study whether probiotics can prevent esophageal cancer in patients with chronic acid reflux.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
UF Eyes $500M Engineering Boom to Tackle Florida Tech Shortage
The University of Florida is pushing for $500 million in state funding to expand engineering facilities, aiming to supercharge STEM education amid Florida's booming tech sector. The proposal targets workforce gaps in high-demand fields like data science and advanced manufacturing. With Gainesville at the epicenter, UF's multibillion-dollar building spree could reshape the state's innovation landscape.
Saturday, June 13, 2026
Florida Senate OKs Bill Capping Teacher Tenure at 4 Years
In a bold move to elevate classroom performance, the Florida Senate has passed legislation limiting teacher tenure to just four years while mandating merit-based evaluations. The measure, aimed at statewide public school gains, reignites a decade-old debate on accountability versus job security. Backed by GOP leaders, it heads to the House amid teacher union pushback.
Saturday, June 13, 2026