Welcome to Jax with Sharmaine

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JU has strong roots in Jacksonville, or as the locals call it, Jax, the most populous city in Florida. Its rapidly growing economy attracts global companies in healthcare, tech, business, and banking, and Jacksonville University has a downtown campus right in the middle of it all. That’s where Sharmaine is getting her masters in medical sciences on her way to becoming a doctor. How’s it going, Sharmaine?

– Hey, everyone, and welcome to downtown Jax. JU is known as Jacksonville’s University, and our downtown campus is right in the center of it all. Jacksonville is home to Fortune 500 companies and we’re a leader in fintech, banking, and healthcare. Jax was recently named as Supernova city for its booming economic growth, and we’re the number one city in Florida for recent college graduates. I’m currently enrolled in the one-year Medical Sciences graduate program based in JU’s downtown campus. It’s designed to prepare future doctors, dentists, PAs, and other aspiring medical personnel for the rigors of medical school by mirroring your first year at a medical college. After graduating with my bachelor’s degree and working at one of the many Jacksonville hospitals, I was drawn to this program to get myself ready for medical school. As an aspiring doctor, JU’s program allows me to strengthen my application for medical school, receive free MCAT tutoring, and gain the study tools I need to succeed in my future. When I’m not in class, you’ll find me at one of the cafes, restaurants, or beautiful parks here in the city. Sitting by the water is the perfect place to study or just to chill with friends, and we’re just steps away from concert venues, local breweries, and the Jax Stadium. I love being in the heart of the city every day. You can almost feel the opportunities. With Jacksonville being one of the best places for young professionals and job seekers, it means you don’t have to choose between a great place to live and a great education. Here, you get both. You know what I’m talking about, Alex. Back to you.

– I sure do, I’ll never forget attending the first ever Jacksonville Jaguars game in the very first season. It was amazing. Duval! Thanks for showing us around Sharmaine, that was great.