Traveling to our biology regents test We wanted to ride our bikes to school, and stop at McDonalds before our biology regents test. On the way I got a flat tire and my tire exploded when I tried to pump in up. I then had to ditch... By: Keyshawn Brown … Continue reading →

LAWRENCEVILLE A Georgia Gwinnett College professor who has authored and co-authored more than 150 scientific articles on cell and molecular biology, was recently honored with a lifetime achievement award. David Barnes received the recognition from the Society for In Vitro Biology at the 2014 World Forum on Biology held in Savannah. Barnes, who has also co-edited nine books on the subject, earned a doctorate from Vanderbilt University and a National Institutes of Health postdoctoral research fellowship at the University of California at San Diego. Dr. Barnes has been invaluable in the development of our cell biology program, Thomas Mundie, dean of GGCs School of Science and Technology, said in a press release. We were thrilled to hear of his selection. The SIVB focuses on biological research, development and applications of significance to science and society. The Lifetime Achievement Award honors scientists who have achieved academic excellence in their field of study, made significant contributions to the field of in vitro biology, or in the development of novel technologies that have advanced in vitro biology. I am greatly honored by this recognition which represents not only my work, but the contributions of my students and co-workers as well, Barnes said in … Continue reading →

By John Eble FOX 35 News TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35 ORLANDO) -- Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart recognized Central Florida school districts Monday for improved student performance on the state's end-of-course (EOC) assessments in Algebra 1, Geometry, Biology 1 and U.S. History. "I am so appreciative of Florida's teachers and school leaders who have worked incredibly hard this year to improve student performance," said Commissioner Stewart. "Their increased focus and dedication will ensure Florida's students are prepared for success in college, a career and in life." Lake County, Osceola County, and Seminole County were among the 13 Florida school districts that improved in all four assessment areas announced Monday. Lake County saw a seven percentage point increase in U.S. History and four percentage points in both Geometry and Biology 1. Osceola County saw a nine percentage point increase in Biology 1 and a five point increase in U.S. History. Seminole County increased scores in U.S. History by six percentage points. Orange County and Sumter County improved in three of the four assessment areas. Orange County improved in U.S. History by seven percentage points and Sumter County saw a seven point increase in Geometry, a five point increase in Biology … Continue reading →