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Private Regional University in the South
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Liberal Arts College in Florida
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Best Undergraduate Teaching (tied)
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Rollins in the News
May 06, 2026
A Framework for Advancement and Academic Leadership
Rollins President Brooke Barnett and Jonathan Purvis, Butler University’s vice president for advancement and marketing, co-authored this Inside Higher Ed opinion piece on how philanthropy can help bring an institution’s vision to life.
May 05, 2026
Orlando Sentinel Looks Back on Environmental Issues in Central Florida
Leslie Poole, an associate professor of environmental studies at Rollins College, provided expertise on the history of The Florida Audubon Society for this article, published as part of the Orlando Sentinel’s 150th birthday.
May 01, 2026
Biology Professor Discusses the Sloth World Tragedy
Bobby Fokidis, a Rollins College biology professor and animal physiologist, discusses the Sloth World attraction and the animal welfare concerns it has raised on Central Florida Public Media’s ENGAGE.
April 30, 2026
Political Science Professor Sheds Light on Florida’s Redistricting Special Session
Patrick Rickert, an assistant professor of political science at Rollins, joined FOX 13 News Tampa Bay to explain why the stakes extend beyond simple mapmaking when it comes to redistricting.
April 21, 2026
The Inauguration of Rollins President Brooke Barnett
Spectrum News 13 shared highlights from the inauguration of Rollins College’s 16th president, Brooke Barnett.
April 19, 2026
Student Op-Ed: Earth Day Injustices
Makenna Gary, a senior at Rollins College, double majoring in biology and environmental studies, wrote this op-ed for the Orlando Sentinel exploring Earth Day injustices and Rachel Carson’s lasting impact.
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