/news/Recent posts from USF Newsen-usTue, 27 Jan 2026 05:14:54 -05:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)/news/2026/new-report-finds-usfs-economic-impact-nears-10-billion-annually-across-florida-including-7-billion-in-tampa-bay.aspxBased on the latest data, the report shows that USF delivers substantial returns for students, taxpayers, employers and communities through several key areas, including workforce development, research innovation, health care and alumni productivity.Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:15:19 New report finds USF’s economic impact nears $10 billion annually across Florida, including $7 billion in Tampa BayBased on the latest data, the report shows that USF delivers substantial returns for students, taxpayers, employers and communities through several key areas, including workforce development, research innovation, health care and alumni productivity.Graphic says, "USF Economic Impact Report" over Bull statue image/news/2026/new-report-finds-usfs-economic-impact-nears-10-billion-annually-across-florida-including-7-billion-in-tampa-bay.aspx70th Anniversary,University News70th anniversary,Althea Johnson,MyUSF/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:12:05 USF rises in new research rankings, outpacing many peer institutions in growthWith $522 million in research expenditures in fiscal year 2024, USF ranks No. 47 among the nation’s public universities – and a growth rate higher than 90% of members of the Association of American Universities.Physician looks at screen of baby in the NICU/news/2026/usf-rises-in-new-research-rankings-outpacing-many-peer-institutions-in-growth.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsMyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2026/usf-earns-national-recognition-for-community-engagement.aspxThe 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement recognizes USF’s deep, sustained commitment to partnership-driven work that aligns university expertise with community priorities, including economic development, education and health.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:52:49 USF earns national recognition for community engagementThe 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement recognizes USF’s deep, sustained commitment to partnership-driven work that aligns university expertise with community priorities, including economic development, education and health.USF students and Tampa Bay Lightning community members joined forces at UACDC Harvest Hope Park for the USF Center for Leadership & Civic Engagement Volunteer in the Garden event./news/2026/usf-earns-national-recognition-for-community-engagement.aspxCommunity PartnershipsMyUSF,Office of University Community Partnerships,Tina Meketa/news/2025/usf-welcomes-new-members-to-the-board-of-trustees.aspxThree prominent members of the Tampa Bay community with strong ties to USF will join the university’s Board of Trustees in 2026.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:05:39 USF welcomes new members to the Board of TrusteesThree prominent members of the Tampa Bay community with strong ties to USF will join the university’s Board of Trustees in 2026.USF sign on the Tampa campus/news/2025/usf-welcomes-new-members-to-the-board-of-trustees.aspxUniversity NewsAdam Freeman,Board of Trustees,MyUSF/news/2025/top-stories-of-2025.aspxFrom launching the nation’s first college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to celebrating an historic football season, 2025 was defined by bold moments and impactful leadership. As we turn the page to the second half of the decade, here are some of the year’s top stories.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 08:24:59 Top stories of 2025From launching the nation’s first college dedicated to artificial intelligence and cybersecurity to celebrating an historic football season, 2025 was defined by bold moments and impactful leadership. As we turn the page to the second half of the decade, here are some of the year’s top stories.Graphic says, "A Year of Bold" with photo montage/news/2025/top-stories-of-2025.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,Tina Meketa,Top Stories/news/2025/florida-board-of-governors-confirms-moez-limayem-as-usfs-next-president.aspxLimayem has served as president of the University of North Florida since 2022 and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years before taking the role at UNF.Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:29:46 Florida Board of Governors confirms Moez Limayem as USF’s next presidentLimayem has served as president of the University of North Florida since 2022 and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years before taking the role at UNF.Graphic says, "Welcome home Dr. Moez Limayem, USF's 9th president"/news/2025/florida-board-of-governors-confirms-moez-limayem-as-usfs-next-president.aspxUniversity NewsAdam Freeman,Althea Johnson,Board of Governors,MyUSF,President Moez Limayem/news/2025/usf-board-of-trustees-honors-president-rhea-law-during-final-in-person-meeting-of-2025.aspxPresident Rhea Law’s lifelong commitment to the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ – as a student, employee, founding member of the USF Board of Trustees and the institution’s first alum to serve as president – will leave a lasting legacy that continues well beyond her tenure.Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:47:08 USF Board of Trustees celebrates President Rhea Law with special honors and planned recognitions on campusPresident Rhea Law’s lifelong commitment to the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ – as a student, employee, founding member of the USF Board of Trustees and the institution’s first alum to serve as president – will leave a lasting legacy that continues well beyond her tenure.Mike Griffin, Rhea Law, Will Weatherford/news/2025/usf-board-of-trustees-honors-president-rhea-law-during-final-in-person-meeting-of-2025.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Trustees,MyUSF,Rhea Law,Tina Meketahttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/12/5/usf-football-to-take-on-odu-in-cure-bowl.aspxUSF will look to capture a third straight bowl game win as it takes on ODU at Universal Orlando Resort. The game will be televised on ESPN and is one of many fundraising events hosted by the Orlando Sports Foundation that supports cancer research.External ArticleFri, 05 Dec 2025 08:26:17 USF football to take on Old Dominion University in Cure BowlUSF will look to capture a third straight bowl game win as it takes on ODU at Universal Orlando Resort. The game will be televised on ESPN and is one of many fundraising events hosted by the Orlando Sports Foundation that supports cancer research.Graphic with USF football players in front of graphic that says "StaffDNA Cure Bowl"https://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/12/5/usf-football-to-take-on-odu-in-cure-bowl.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Footballhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/12/3/brian-hartline-named-seventh-head-coach-of-usf-football.aspxHartline joins USF from The Ohio State University and is widely considered one of college football's rising coaching stars and one of the nation's outstanding recruiters.External ArticleWed, 03 Dec 2025 00:24:53 Brian Hartline named head coach of USF FootballHartline joins USF from The Ohio State University and is widely considered one of college football's rising coaching stars and one of the nation's outstanding recruiters.Image of Brian Hartline embedded in a graphic that says "Brian Hartline, Head Football Coach"https://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/12/3/brian-hartline-named-seventh-head-coach-of-usf-football.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Football/news/2025/usf-recognized-by-forbes-as-one-of-americas-dream-employers.aspxFor the second consecutive year, USF was the only public or private university in Florida to make the list. Among employers ranked in the education industry, USF is No. 13 in the nation overall and No. 5 among public higher education institutions.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:07:41 USF recognized by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Dream Employers’For the second consecutive year, USF was the only public or private university in Florida to make the list. Among employers ranked in the education industry, USF is No. 13 in the nation overall and No. 5 among public higher education institutions.USF faculty member speaks at the front of a classroom/news/2025/usf-recognized-by-forbes-as-one-of-americas-dream-employers.aspxUniversity NewsGregory Bowers,Human Resources,MyUSF/news/2025/usf-releases-new-renderings-of-fletcher-district-as-project-receives-state-level-approval.aspxThe university’s planned mixed-use destination features student and multifamily housing, restaurants, retail, a hotel and conference center, an academic research facility and recreation space.Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:40:01 USF releases new renderings of Fletcher District as project receives state-level approvalThe university’s planned mixed-use destination features student and multifamily housing, restaurants, retail, a hotel and conference center, an academic research facility and recreation space.Rendering of Fletcher District/news/2025/usf-releases-new-renderings-of-fletcher-district-as-project-receives-state-level-approval.aspxCommunity Partnerships,University NewsAlthea Johnson,Board of Governors,MyUSF/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxIndustry partnerships have propelled the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:46:53 USF research funding surges to record $750 million, increasing impact across Florida and beyondIndustry partnerships have propelled the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ to a record $750 million in research funding. The surge positions USF closer to its $1 billion goal.Two women in a lab/news/2025/usf-research-funding-surges-to-record-750-million-increasing-impact-across-florida-and-beyond.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,College of Marine Science,Institute of Applied Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,Tina Meketa,USF Health/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxThrough the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability and the arts.External ArticleThu, 30 Oct 2025 09:01:50 Corridor partnership expands undergraduate research and advances experiential learning at USFThrough the continued Corridor Undergraduate Research Initiative, more than 200 students will gain hands-on faculty-mentored research experience in disciplines ranging from engineering and artificial intelligence to public health, education, sustainability and the arts.Three men sit at table/research-innovation/news/2025/corridor-partnership-expands-undergraduate-research-and-advances-experiential-learning-at-usf.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessFlorida High Tech Corridor,MyUSF,Research and Innovation/news/2025/moez-limayem-unanimously-selected-by-usf-board-of-trustees-as-the-universitys-next-president.aspxMoez Limayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors (BOG), which oversees the State University System.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:14:02 Moez Limayem unanimously selected by USF Board of Trustees as the university’s next presidentMoez Limayem currently serves as president of the University of North Florida and was the Lynn Pippenger Dean of the Muma College of Business at USF for 10 years. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors (BOG), which oversees the State University System.Moez Limayem with graphic that says, "President-elect Moez Limayem"/news/2025/moez-limayem-unanimously-selected-by-usf-board-of-trustees-as-the-universitys-next-president.aspxUniversity NewsAlthea Johnson,MyUSF,Presidential Searchhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/cyberbay-new-philanthropic-support-bellini-collegeThe announcements were made at the CyberBay conference, a new initiative to combine technology, academic, government and military sectors in a shared mission to drive Tampa Bay’s evolution as the nation’s leader in the convergence of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.External ArticleTue, 14 Oct 2025 10:59:14 USF announces $2.3 million in new philanthropic support for the Bellini College of AI, Cybersecurity and ComputingThe announcements were made at the CyberBay conference, a new initiative to combine technology, academic, government and military sectors in a shared mission to drive Tampa Bay’s evolution as the nation’s leader in the convergence of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and national security.President Rhea Law speaks at CyberBayhttps://giving.usf.edu/impact/cyberbay-new-philanthropic-support-bellini-collegeUSF FoundationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,MyUSF,USF Foundation/news/2025/usf-climbs-to-its-highest-position-ever-in-us-news-rankings.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best colleges. USF is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. USF also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:34:21 USF climbs to its highest position ever in U.S. News rankingsThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ has reached an all-time high in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of the best colleges. USF is No. 88 overall among all public or private universities in America, up from No. 91 last year. USF also rose to No. 43 among public universities, up two spots from last year, and inside the top 50 for the seventh year in a row.Student gives the "Go Bulls" hand signal during commencement/news/2025/usf-climbs-to-its-highest-position-ever-in-us-news-rankings.aspxStudent Success,University NewsAlthea Johnson,MyUSF,U.S. News and World Reporthttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/22/general-born-to-be-a-bull-rob-higgins-takes-the-reins-as-ceo-of-usf-athletics.aspxHundreds gathered at the Pam and Les Muma Basketball Center for a celebration welcoming Rob Higgins – the first CEO of USF Athletics. In front of an audience of professional athletes, elected officials and many who worked with Higgins over the years, the alum shared how his time as a ball boy as a child launched a lifelong love for USF.External ArticleMon, 22 Sep 2025 18:21:31 Born to be a Bull: Rob Higgins takes the reins as CEO of USF AthleticsHundreds gathered at the Pam and Les Muma Basketball Center for a celebration welcoming Rob Higgins – the first CEO of USF Athletics. In front of an audience of professional athletes, elected officials and many who worked with Higgins over the years, the alum shared how his time as a ball boy as a child launched a lifelong love for USF.Rob Higgins gives the Go Bulls hand signal on stagehttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/22/general-born-to-be-a-bull-rob-higgins-takes-the-reins-as-ceo-of-usf-athletics.aspxUSF Athletics,University NewsMyUSF,USF Athletics/news/2025/usf-builds-national-security-talent-pipeline-through-rare-program.aspxAs global security needs continue to rise, USF is preparing to meet the demand with a transformative program that offers students hands-on national security training, certifications and career opportunities.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:51:16 USF builds national security talent pipeline through innovative programAs global security needs continue to rise, USF is preparing to meet the demand with a transformative program that offers students hands-on national security training, certifications and career opportunities.Interns in a meeting with leaders in conference room/news/2025/usf-builds-national-security-talent-pipeline-through-rare-program.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Student SuccessCassidy Delamarter,Cyber Florida,Global and National Security Institute,MyUSF/news/2025/how-a-high-school-sports-injury-inspired-enrique-trevino-to-pursue-medicine-at-usf.aspxA glimpse inside the operating room at a young age helped shape Enrique Trevino’s path to medicine. Now training at USF, he’s committed to combining his passion for sports with a people-first approach to patient care.Wed, 10 Sep 2025 09:22:59 How a high school sports injury and first name introductions inspired Enrique Trevino to pursue medicine at USFA glimpse inside the operating room at a young age helped shape Enrique Trevino’s path to medicine. Now training at USF, he’s committed to combining his passion for sports with a people-first approach to patient care.Enrique Trevino wearing a USF Health Morsani College of Medicine white coat, showing the 'go bulls' hand signal. Text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2025/how-a-high-school-sports-injury-inspired-enrique-trevino-to-pursue-medicine-at-usf.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,MyUSF,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2025/usf-moves-forward-with-plans-for-new-mixed-use-project-featuring-housing-restaurants-academic-research-facility-and-more.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ Board of Trustees voted to advance plans to transform the university’s former 138-acre golf course into a vibrant mixed-use destination.  Referred to as the Fletcher District, the project will provide a new hub of activity and supports the university’s strategic vision for the future.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:19:44 USF moves forward with plans for new mixed-use project featuring housing, restaurants, academic research facility and moreThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ Board of Trustees voted to advance plans to transform the university’s former 138-acre golf course into a vibrant mixed-use destination.  Referred to as the Fletcher District, the project will provide a new hub of activity and supports the university’s strategic vision for the future.Rendering of the Fletcher District/news/2025/usf-moves-forward-with-plans-for-new-mixed-use-project-featuring-housing-restaurants-academic-research-facility-and-more.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF/news/2025/how-the-high-speed-tongues-of-salamanders-and-chameleons-are-helping-usf-unlock-engineering-breakthroughs.aspxWhile studying salamanders and chameleons, USF researchers discovered the animals use the same biological mechanism to fire their tongues at extreme speeds. The research has opened the door to potential innovative engineering applications inspired by nature.Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:17:50 How the high-speed tongues of salamanders and chameleons are helping USF unlock engineering breakthroughsWhile studying salamanders and chameleons, USF researchers discovered the animals use the same biological mechanism to fire their tongues at extreme speeds. The research has opened the door to potential innovative engineering applications inspired by nature.Salamander grabbing a bug with his tongue/news/2025/how-the-high-speed-tongues-of-salamanders-and-chameleons-are-helping-usf-unlock-engineering-breakthroughs.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,MyUSFhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/6/usf-football-stuns-no-13-florida-18-16-in-gainesville.aspxUSF stunned No. 13 Florida – the program's second-straight win over a Top 25-ranked team. This is the first time in program history the Bulls defeated ranked opponents in back-to-back games. USF will continue the nation's toughest non-conference schedule when the Bulls take on No. 5-ranked Miami next Saturday.External ArticleSun, 07 Sep 2025 06:24:47 USF football makes program history in first win against the Florida GatorsUSF stunned No. 13 Florida – the program's second-straight win over a Top 25-ranked team. This is the first time in program history the Bulls defeated ranked opponents in back-to-back games. USF will continue the nation's toughest non-conference schedule when the Bulls take on No. 5-ranked Miami next Saturday.USF football team celebrates on fieldhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/9/6/usf-football-stuns-no-13-florida-18-16-in-gainesville.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Athletics/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxWith new support from the National Institutes of Health and USF’s CREATE Award, USF researchers are unraveling how MRSA evolves and spreads, shaping new treatments, training future scientists and confronting emerging strains in Florida and beyond.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:20 How USF researchers are leading the fight against MRSAWith new support from the National Institutes of Health and USF’s CREATE Award, USF researchers are unraveling how MRSA evolves and spreads, shaping new treatments, training future scientists and confronting emerging strains in Florida and beyond.Shaw examining MRSA under the light in a dish/news/2025/how-usf-researchers-are-leading-the-fight-against-mrsa.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,College of Arts and Sciences,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF/news/2025/usf-secures-contract-with-usf-army-strengthening-collaboration-with-department-of-defense.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens USF’s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities.Thu, 04 Sep 2025 08:53:21 USF secures contract with U.S. Army, strengthening collaboration with Department of DefenseThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ has signed a five-year research contract worth up to $85 million with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory. The partnership strengthens USF’s defense research in cybersecurity, biotechnology and energy sciences while offering students valuable internship opportunities. IAE President and CEO Darren Schumacher; USF President Rhea Law; Eric Moore, deputy to the commanding general, U.S. Army DEVCOM; Adam Rawlett, senior scientist, U.S. Army Research Lab; Norma Alcantar, engineering professor and associate dean of research/news/2025/usf-secures-contract-with-usf-army-strengthening-collaboration-with-department-of-defense.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and Innovation,Student Success,University NewsCollege of Engineering,Institute of Applied Engineering,MacDill Air Force Base,MyUSF,Tina Meketahttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/8/28/usf-football-dominates-no-25-boise-state-34-7-for-first-ranked-wins-since-2016.aspxFor its first ranked win since 2016, USF football beat No. 25 Boise State 34-7. The Bulls were “Back in Black" at Raymond James Stadium in front of a nationally-televised audience on ESPN.External ArticleFri, 29 Aug 2025 08:00:10 USF football kicks off season, dominating Boise State for first ranked win in nearly a decadeFor its first ranked win since 2016, USF football beat No. 25 Boise State 34-7. The Bulls were “Back in Black" at Raymond James Stadium in front of a nationally-televised audience on ESPN.Fans surround USF football playerhttps://gousfbulls.com/news/2025/8/28/usf-football-dominates-no-25-boise-state-34-7-for-first-ranked-wins-since-2016.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,USF Football/news/2025/whats-new-at-usf-college-launch-lululemon-apparel-beach-volleyball-dining-and-more.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ launches the 2025–26 academic year with major updates across academics, campus life and wellness. Key additions include the new Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, enhanced dining services and murals painted by student artists.Mon, 25 Aug 2025 08:37:45 What’s new at USF: College launch, Lululemon apparel, beach volleyball, dining and moreThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ launches the 2025–26 academic year with major updates across academics, campus life and wellness. Key additions include the new Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing, enhanced dining services and murals painted by student artists.Three students stand with Rocky the Bull /news/2025/whats-new-at-usf-college-launch-lululemon-apparel-beach-volleyball-dining-and-more.aspxÐÜèAVÃâ·ÑBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,USF Dining Services/news/2025/usf-recognized-by-forbes-as-one-of-americas-best-in-state-employers.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ is one of Florida’s best employers – and ranks No. 1 among all public or private universities in the state – according to a new list released by Forbes.Thu, 21 Aug 2025 13:10:02 USF recognized by Forbes as the best employer among Florida universitiesThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ is one of Florida’s best employers – and ranks No. 1 among all public or private universities in the state – according to a new list released by Forbes.Staff members sit at a table during staff appreciation luncheon/news/2025/usf-recognized-by-forbes-as-one-of-americas-best-in-state-employers.aspxUniversity NewsGregory Bowers,MyUSF/stadium/index.aspxIt’s a new era for USF. Experience how the new home of the Bulls will transform game day - from the exclusive student section to premium suites and club areas to a rooftop lounge.External ArticleWed, 20 Aug 2025 10:48:47 USF debuts first video look at the new on-campus stadiumIt’s a new era for USF. Experience how the new home of the Bulls will transform game day - from the exclusive student section to premium suites and club areas to a rooftop lounge.Rendering of USF on-campus stadium/stadium/index.aspxUSF AthleticsMyUSF,Stadium,USF Athletics,USF Football/news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxFrom AI-driven discovery to cutting-edge medical research, USF’s newest faculty are advancing bold ideas and preparing students for the future. Their arrival reflects the university’s continued momentum as a hub for world-changing innovation and academic excellence.Wed, 13 Aug 2025 09:23:40 Meet the new faculty helping power USF’s futureFrom AI-driven discovery to cutting-edge medical research, USF’s newest faculty are advancing bold ideas and preparing students for the future. Their arrival reflects the university’s continued momentum as a hub for world-changing innovation and academic excellence.New faculty gathered around the USF seal /news/2025/meet-the-new-faculty-helping-power-usfs-future.aspxResearch and Innovation,University NewsCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2025/top-stories-of-usfs-summer-semester.aspxUSF’s campuses remained vibrant throughout the summer – breaking multiple records. From lifesaving research, to philanthropic giving and thousands of K-12 students connecting at summer camp, the USF community embodies what it means to be bold. Read more about some of the summer semester's biggest moments.Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:02:29 Top stories of USF's summer semesterUSF’s campuses remained vibrant throughout the summer – breaking multiple records. From lifesaving research, to philanthropic giving and thousands of K-12 students connecting at summer camp, the USF community embodies what it means to be bold. Read more about some of the summer semester's biggest moments.Exterior signage of the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ/news/2025/top-stories-of-usfs-summer-semester.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2025/usf-to-confer-nearly-2700-degrees-during-commencement-ceremonies-on-aug-9.aspxGraduates included a student who is blind and overcame the odds to fulfill his lifelong dream and a biomedical sciences major who donated part of his liver to save the life of a baby.Sun, 10 Aug 2025 02:25:47 USF confers nearly 2,700 degrees during summer commencement ceremoniesGraduates included a student who is blind and overcame the odds to fulfill his lifelong dream and a biomedical sciences major who donated part of his liver to save the life of a baby.Two students celebrate taking a selfie at USF commencement/news/2025/usf-to-confer-nearly-2700-degrees-during-commencement-ceremonies-on-aug-9.aspxUniversity NewsBoundless Bulls,Commencement,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo,Ryan Hughes/news/2025/usf-hosts-inaugural-summer-research-program-ahead-of-launch.aspxCollege students spent the summer at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing as part of the inaugural USF Bridge Coalition Program, a new initiative designed to expand research opportunities for undergraduate students from emerging research institutions.Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:23:30 USF Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing hosts inaugural summer research program ahead of fall launchCollege students spent the summer at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing as part of the inaugural USF Bridge Coalition Program, a new initiative designed to expand research opportunities for undergraduate students from emerging research institutions.Denilo at a computer examining his robot on the screen/news/2025/usf-hosts-inaugural-summer-research-program-ahead-of-launch.aspxResearch and Innovation,Student SuccessBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2025/imaging-the-impossible-usf-researcher-pushing-boundaries-of-what-we-can-see.aspxWith support from NSF and DARPA, USF researcher John Murray-Bruce is developing new mathematical tools to improve how machines "see" in challenging conditions. The research will lay the foundation for imaging systems that don’t just see better, they see the unseen.Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:14:24 Imaging the impossible: USF researcher pushing boundaries of what we can seeWith support from NSF and DARPA, USF researcher John Murray-Bruce is developing new mathematical tools to improve how machines "see" in challenging conditions. The research will lay the foundation for imaging systems that don’t just see better, they see the unseen.John looking over computer screen in his lab/news/2025/imaging-the-impossible-usf-researcher-pushing-boundaries-of-what-we-can-see.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/hacksee_nsf.aspxThe National Science Foundation has awarded nearly $268,000 to the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ for a collaborative research project led by Robert Karam, an associate professor in USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.External ArticleTue, 08 Jul 2025 08:43:35 USF awarded NSF grant to build platform for hands-on cybersecurity educationThe National Science Foundation has awarded nearly $268,000 to the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ for a collaborative research project led by Robert Karam, an associate professor in USF’s Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing.circuit board/ai-cybersecurity-computing/news/2025/hacksee_nsf.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,MyUSF/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-perform-worlds-first-bloodless-heart-liver-transplant-surgery.aspxTransplant surgeons at USF Health and Tampa General Hospital have successfully performed the world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgery.External ArticleMon, 07 Jul 2025 18:18:01 USF, TGH successfully perform world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgeryTransplant surgeons at USF Health and Tampa General Hospital have successfully performed the world’s first recorded bloodless heart-liver transplant surgery.The medical team posing at a press conference inside Tampa General Hospital/health/news/2025/usf-tgh-perform-worlds-first-bloodless-heart-liver-transplant-surgery.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationMorsani College of Medicine and Heart Institute,MyUSF,USF Health Morsani College of Medicine/news/2025/crying-isnt-the-only-clue-usf-researchers-using-ai-to-detect-silent-pain-in-newborns.aspxNewborns in the NICU can’t tell us when they’re in pain, so a team of USF researchers is developing AI technology that can find out. The collaboration between medicine and engineering could change the future of neonatal care.Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:00:00 Crying isn’t the only clue: USF researchers using AI to detect silent pain in newbornsNewborns in the NICU can’t tell us when they’re in pain, so a team of USF researchers is developing AI technology that can find out. The collaboration between medicine and engineering could change the future of neonatal care.Tampa General Hospital Neonatal Care Unit/news/2025/crying-isnt-the-only-clue-usf-researchers-using-ai-to-detect-silent-pain-in-newborns.aspxCommunity Partnerships,Research and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,MyUSFhttps://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/floridas-oyster-crisis-takes-center-stage-in-latest-musical-science-project.aspxA team of professors, musicians and students at USF is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like harmful algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in Florida.External ArticleWed, 02 Jul 2025 16:03:56 Florida’s oyster crisis takes center stage in latest musical-science projectA team of professors, musicians and students at USF is transforming complicated environmental data into powerful music compositions. After tackling critical issues like harmful algae blooms and red tide, the group has now composed music that highlights the environmental stressors affecting oysters in Florida.View of the ocean with music note graphics labeled 'Oysters Ain't Safe'https://www.stpetersburg.usf.edu/news/2025/floridas-oyster-crisis-takes-center-stage-in-latest-musical-science-project.aspxResearch and InnovationCollege of Arts and Sciences,MyUSF,USF St. Petersburg/education/blog/2025/from-usf-to-the-pros-meet-grad-student-and-soccer-star-vivianne-bessette-2025.aspxWhile pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at USF, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.External ArticleTue, 01 Jul 2025 11:04:01 From USF to the pros: Meet grad student and soccer star Vivianne BessetteWhile pursuing a master’s degree in exercise science at USF, Vivianne Bessette helped lead Tampa Bay Sun FC to a championship title as a standout defender in the team’s inaugural season.Vivianne Bessette playing soccer for the Tampa Bay Sun, about to kick the ball./education/blog/2025/from-usf-to-the-pros-meet-grad-student-and-soccer-star-vivianne-bessette-2025.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Education,MyUSF/news/2025/important-funding-for-usf-in-final-state-budget.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ will receive significant funding in Florida’s 2025-26 state budget, supporting major initiatives in research, student success and campus development across all three campuses.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:10:37 Important funding for USF in final state budgetThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ will receive significant funding in Florida’s 2025-26 state budget, supporting major initiatives in research, student success and campus development across all three campuses.Capitol building/news/2025/important-funding-for-usf-in-final-state-budget.aspxUniversity NewsMyUSF/business/news/2025/06-30-online-dba-love-story.aspxJacqueline Benavides and Kyle Kelly met in 2022, the first year the online DBA program was offered at USF. The program gave them a path toward academic growth and, unexpectedly, toward each other.External ArticleMon, 30 Jun 2025 16:22:28 From classmates to soulmates: Three years, two degrees and one happily ever afterJacqueline Benavides and Kyle Kelly met in 2022, the first year the online DBA program was offered at USF. The program gave them a path toward academic growth and, unexpectedly, toward each other.Jacqueline Benavides and Kyle Kelly in their cap and gowns/business/news/2025/06-30-online-dba-love-story.aspxÐÜèAVÃâ·ÑMuma College of Business,MyUSF/news/2025/usf-developed-technology-analyzes-facial-expressions-to-identify-childhood-ptsd.aspxTechnology developed at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ offers a promising, privacy-preserving tool to help clinicians diagnose and track trauma in kids, especially those too young to express it.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:00:00 USF-developed technology analyzes facial expressions to identify childhood PTSDTechnology developed at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ offers a promising, privacy-preserving tool to help clinicians diagnose and track trauma in kids, especially those too young to express it.facial scan on computer screen /news/2025/usf-developed-technology-analyzes-facial-expressions-to-identify-childhood-ptsd.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,College of Behavioral and Community Sciences,MyUSF/news/2025/usf-to-advance-its-position-as-a-leader-in-mental-and-behaviora-health.aspxThe Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at USF will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:14:58 USF to advance its position as a leader in mental and behavioral health by creating a new research center named for Sen. Darryl RousonThe Senator Darryl E. Rouson Center for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Research at USF will conduct rigorous research to advance the scientific understanding of the relationship between substance abuse and mental health issues, including improving treatment outcomes and reducing the societal impacts of substance abuse and mental health conditions.President Rhea Law looks at a photo with Sen. Darryl Rouson/news/2025/usf-to-advance-its-position-as-a-leader-in-mental-and-behaviora-health.aspxUniversity NewsCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences,Florida Legislature,MyUSF,Tina Meketa/news/2025/usf-building-pipeline-of-researchers-to-develop-technologies-for-aging-adults-in-new-summer-program.aspxStudents at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ are spending their summer developing tech-driven solutions to improve the lives of older adults and their caregivers through a hands-on program hosted by USF’s Center for Innovation, Technology and Aging.Tue, 24 Jun 2025 08:00:00 USF building pipeline of researchers to develop technologies for aging adults in new summer programStudents at the ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ are spending their summer developing tech-driven solutions to improve the lives of older adults and their caregivers through a hands-on program hosted by USF’s Center for Innovation, Technology and Aging.Rice Pham throwing up bulls sign behind his computer in robotics lab/news/2025/usf-building-pipeline-of-researchers-to-develop-technologies-for-aging-adults-in-new-summer-program.aspxResearch and InnovationBellini College of Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity and Computing,Cassidy Delamarter,MyUSF/news/2025/how-usf-helped-kickstart-skateboarding-in-tampa-bay.aspxUSF’s impact on Tampa Bay skateboarding is undeniable. Students embedded skateboarding into the area’s cultural DNA, designed the region’s first nationally known skatepark and helped the public recognize the sport’s historical value.Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:29:04 How USF helped kickstart skateboarding in Tampa BayUSF’s impact on Tampa Bay skateboarding is undeniable. Students embedded skateboarding into the area’s cultural DNA, designed the region’s first nationally known skatepark and helped the public recognize the sport’s historical value.ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/how-usf-helped-kickstart-skateboarding-in-tampa-bay.aspxÐÜèAVÃâ·ÑMyUSF,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/usf-student-rocket-team-soars-in-national-nasa-competition.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ's Society of Aeronautics and Rocketry team completed a NASA Student Launch Competition and brought home an award for successfully designing and then sending a model rocket over 4,000 feet while transmitting data.Tue, 10 Jun 2025 08:06:59 USF student rocket team soars in national NASA competitionThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ's Society of Aeronautics and Rocketry team completed a NASA Student Launch Competition and brought home an award for successfully designing and then sending a model rocket over 4,000 feet while transmitting data.ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/usf-student-rocket-team-soars-in-national-nasa-competition.aspxStudent SuccessCollege of Engineering,MyUSF,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxFor May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study—it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.Mon, 09 Jun 2025 08:00:00 From classroom to command: USF student helping shape the future of national securityFor May Birch, national security isn’t just a field of study—it’s a calling rooted in family, shaped by mentors and propelled by student leadership.A photo of student May Birch showing the 'go bulls' hand gesture. Graphic text says, Boundless Bulls./news/2025/usf-student-helping-shape-the-future-of-national-security.aspxStudent SuccessBoundless Bulls,College of Arts and Sciences,Global and National Security Institute,Judy Genshaft Honors College,MyUSF,Torie Doll/news/2025/how-social-media-is-shifting-the-spread-of-hurricane-information.aspxIt wasn’t long ago that people relied on news broadcasts for hurricane updates. Today, they can easily swipe through social media platforms for the latest information. A USF expert and local influencers weigh in on how that’s reshaping public safety and what you should watch out for this hurricane season.Thu, 05 Jun 2025 09:00:00 How social media is shifting the spread of hurricane informationIt wasn’t long ago that people relied on news broadcasts for hurricane updates. Today, they can easily swipe through social media platforms for the latest information. A USF expert and local influencers weigh in on how that’s reshaping public safety and what you should watch out for this hurricane season.satellite view of hurricane/news/2025/how-social-media-is-shifting-the-spread-of-hurricane-information.aspxResearch and InnovationCassidy Delamarter,MyUSF,Zimmerman School of Advertising and Mass Communications/news/2025/will-weatherford-and-mike-griffin-reelected-to-usf-board-of-trustees-leadership-roles.aspxThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ Board of Trustees will continue to be led by Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin after their reelection as chair and vice chair during today’s board meeting. Weatherford and Griffin, who have served as chair and vice chair since 2021, were each selected for an additional two-year term.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:07:11 Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin reelected to USF Board of Trustees leadership rolesThe ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ Board of Trustees will continue to be led by Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin after their reelection as chair and vice chair during today’s board meeting. Weatherford and Griffin, who have served as chair and vice chair since 2021, were each selected for an additional two-year term.Will Weatherford and Mike Griffin/news/2025/will-weatherford-and-mike-griffin-reelected-to-usf-board-of-trustees-leadership-roles.aspxUniversity NewsBoard of Trustees,MyUSF/news/2025/from-orange-groves-to-alma-mater-usf-and-temple-terraces-shared-history.aspxTemple Terrace turned 100 years old on May 28. As USF approaches its 70th anniversary, the two neighbors are more connected than ever, with shared projects, planning efforts and a vision for what the future holds.Wed, 28 May 2025 08:07:06 From orange groves to alma mater: USF and Temple Terrace's shared historyTemple Terrace turned 100 years old on May 28. As USF approaches its 70th anniversary, the two neighbors are more connected than ever, with shared projects, planning efforts and a vision for what the future holds.ÐÜèAVÃâ·Ñ: A Preeminent Research University/news/2025/from-orange-groves-to-alma-mater-usf-and-temple-terraces-shared-history.aspxCommunity PartnershipsMyUSF,Paul Guzzo/news/2025/three-distinguished-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxTheir innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.Mon, 19 May 2025 11:14:58 Three distinguished USF faculty innovators selected for the Florida Inventors Hall of FameTheir innovations have led to important advancements in health care, dental technology and cancer treatment.Entrance to the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame/news/2025/three-distinguished-usf-faculty-innovators-selected-for-the-florida-inventors-hall-of-fame.aspxHonors and Awards,Research and InnovationCollege of Engineering,Morsani College of Medicine,MyUSF,Research and Innovation,USF Health