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DeSantis, MLB commissioner say Rays ‘belong in Tampa Bay’
The governor and MLB commissioner Rob Manfred spoke at a news conference at Hillsborough College on Tuesday.
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USF Sarasota-Manatee faces uncertainty as legislative vote looms
Gov. Ron DeSantis wants New College to take over the nearby campus. Many don’t think it should happen.
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DeSantis, Manfred to talk Rays next week at Hillsborough College
The governor is expected to provide further insight on how the state might support the Rays’ plans. The MLB commissioner likely will tout the benefits of a new ballpark.
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State funding request for Hillsborough College comes amid Rays talks
State Sen. Danny Burgess asked the state for $50 million for “improvements” to the college.
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Florida is reshaping higher education. Other states are watching
When Florida shows how a state can change its college landscape, others follow, experts say.
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Funding cuts, fee hikes: How USF faced financial changes in 2025
Here’s what happened to research funds and costs to students.
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USF nonresident students to see another fee hike this fall
The board’s decision increases fees by a total of 15% on top of a 10% increase last year.
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UWF poised to pick Manny Diaz as president with pay package nearing $1M
If approved, Florida’s former education commissioner would more than double his old state salary.
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DeSantis names former UF coach Urban Meyer to New College board
Meyer is the highest-profile name in a round of trustee appointments.