Faculty and Student Spotlights
IBL Spotlights
The Institute on Black Life Spotlight Series celebrates the students, faculty and staff whose scholarship, leadership, creativity and service contribute to Black life at the 51°µÍø.
Through personal stories and conversations, these video series highlight the people advancing research, strengthening communities, supporting student success and creating meaningful change across USF.
Latest Student Spotlight
Episode 10: Purnata Subah
Purnata Subah is a sociology major dedicated to preserving Black histories and narratives through archival research with the Institute on Black Life. Her experiences also include a voting rights internship and participation in the 2025 Journey Towards Justice cohort. Through her research and community engagement, she is committed to advancing social justice and empowering communities.
Latest Faculty and Staff Spotlight
Episode 08: Dr. Katherine Butterfield
Katherine D. Butterfield, academic services administrator for the Corporate Mentor
Program at USF’s Muma College of Business, shares her journey from military service
to higher education leadership. Drawing on her own experiences and the mentors who
supported her, she now helps student veterans navigate their academic journeys.
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Meet USF students whose academic work, leadership, creativity and community involvement reflect and advance the mission of the Institute on Black Life.
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Faculty and Staff Spotlights
Discover the faculty and staff whose teaching, research, mentorship, programs and community engagement contribute to Black life and Black Studies at USF and beyond.
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