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Research Interests Dr. Waterman's research has focused on the selective factors that influence the evolution of sociality and mating systems. The species diversity of squirrels and other small mammals in North America allows her to continue to pursue investigations into the environmental factors affecting social and mating systems. By comparing the intra- and interspecific variation in behavioral development, dispersal, reproduction, life history and social structure, the significance of various selective factors on the evolution of sociality can be ascertained. Dr. Waterman also study male grouping in the polar bear, a marine species in which amicable male groups form. Such all-male groups are quite rare among mammals and thus provide an excellent opportunity to gain important insights into selective forces leading to sociality. Human-polar bear interactions are another research focus, in order to provide data for the sound management and conservation of this species. Selected Presentations
Highlights March 2008: At "Women making History Celebration 2008" ceremony the following faculty were recognized as women that enhance research and leadership capacity of UCF. Kimiko Akita (Communication), Archana Dubey (Physics), Cherie Geiger (Chemistry), Linda Walters (Biology), Jane Waterman (Biology) and Cynthia Young (Math). We honor them during Women's History Month at the Women Making History Luncheon. February 2008: The following people were participants of the CASTL grant.Twelve proposals were submitted, and three were chosen for an award of $2,500 each. The three proposals that were chosen are the following: Drs. J Katt, S Hastings, and J Butler; Nicholson School of Communication, College of Sciences; "The Honors in the Major Thesis Experience". Dr. R Kenney; Nicholson School of Communication, College of Sciences; "How High-Achieving Undergraduate Researchers Describe Their Experience" Drs L Walters and J Waterman; Department of Biology, College of Sciences; and Dr. L Nadelson; Department of Educational Studies, College of Education; "Including Research in Upper-Division Science Courses at Large Universities: Does It Maximize Student Learning and, If So, What Formats are Most Effective?" Congratulations to all! January 2008: Dr. Waterman and Dr. Walters; Two Biology Women Faculty members have been selected to be honored at the Women Making History: The Faculty Women of Prominence Project luncheon on March 05. The project is honoring UCF women faculty and administrators who have had significant national and/or international recognition in 2006-2007.They are among 20 women selected across campus for this honor.Congratulations to our awardees!! . May 2005: Pamela Thomas, Jane Waterman, and John Weishampel have been recommended as 2005 CAS Teaching Incentive Program (TIP) award recipients. The TIP program rewards faculty for teaching productivity and excellence. Selection criteria include teaching quality and effectiveness, commitment to instruction, innovation, creativity, and productivity based on a portfolio of assignments and evaluations collected over the previous 4 academic years. Links Education
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