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College students often feel call to certain careers years before graduating

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Far from being undecided about what direction to take in life, many students just starting in college already know their career callings, a new University of Florida study finds.

Filed under Business, Education, Research on Tuesday, October 26, 2010.

Florida’s consumer confidence gets big boost from variety of factors

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Historically low interest rates, bargains on condominiums and the moratorium on foreclosures were the likely causes of a six-point jump in Florida’s consumer confidence in October to 74, its highest level in six months, according to a new University of Florida survey.

Filed under Business, Florida, Research on Tuesday, October 26, 2010.

Companies created in UF program generate jobs in challenging economy

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Despite the tough economy, a University of Florida program that fosters the creation of new start-up companies had a successful year, according to an annual report filed with the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Filed under Business, Economic Impact, Florida, Research on Monday, October 18, 2010.

Terrorism and disasters no match for recession in hampering travel plans

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Fears about finances overshadow worries about terrorism, natural disasters and other factors for the nation’s travelers, a new University of Florida study shows.

Filed under Business, Florida, Research on Tuesday, October 12, 2010.